Sunit Jangir

Sunit Jangir

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As a Senior Editor at Sacnilk, Sunit Jangir leads our coverage on Indian cinema, box office analytics, and global entertainment trends. Passionate about Cricket, Sunit Jangir is an avid sports lover. He finds inspiration in other people's life stories and try to absorb them. Though introvert by nature, he doesn't feel shy when the topic is cinema and sports, particularly cricket.

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Christmas 2026 Box Office War Heats Up: Avengers Doomsday, Dune 3, King and Jumanji 3 Set For Mega Holiday Clash
77 days ago
Bollywood

Christmas 2026 Box Office War Heats Up: Avengers Doomsday, Dune 3, King and Jumanji 3 Set For Mega Holiday Clash

Mumbai, March 25 - The Christmas 2026 box office is shaping up to be one of the most explosive in recent memory, with multiple high-profile releases locked in across the festive corridor. The biggest showdown begins on December 18, as Avengers Doomsday and Dune 3 arrive together, promising a colossal clash between two global cinematic giants. With both franchises commanding massive fanbases, the opening weekend is expected to deliver record-breaking numbers worldwide. Just days later, on December 24, Shah Rukh Khan's King enters the arena, adding significant star power to the already crowded box office. Positioned strategically on Christmas Eve, the film aims to capitalise on holiday footfall in India and overseas markets, amid stiff competition. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The festive battle reaches its peak on December 25 with the release of Jumanji 3, a franchise known for its strong holiday performance and family appeal. With its mix of adventure, humour, and star-driven entertainment, the film is expected to attract a wide audience, especially in international markets. With four major releases spread across a week, the Christmas corridor is set for an unprecedented box office showdown. The outcome will not only depend on star power and franchise value but also on word of mouth and audience preferences during the holiday season. One thing is certain—cinema lovers are in for a blockbuster-packed Christmas like never before. Stay tuned...

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Dhurandhar 2 Unstoppable Rampage Delivers Record Monday As Spy Actioner Set For North America Crown
78 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar 2 Unstoppable Rampage Delivers Record Monday As Spy Actioner Set For North America Crown

Mumbai, March 24 – Director Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is on a historic rampage in North America, delivering box office numbers that are not just record-breaking but almost unprecedented for an Indian film. After a thunderous start, the film is now firmly on track to emerge as the biggest Indian grosser in the region. The spy action spectacle, starring Ranveer Singh, opened to a sensational $14.02 million (131.50 crore) in its extended 4-day weekend, setting a new benchmark for Indian cinema in North America. Riding on extraordinary word of mouth and massive audience turnout, the film continued its dream run on its first Monday, collecting a stunning $1.05 million, the highest ever for an Indian title. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) What makes this run even more remarkable is the film's consistency post-weekend. The advances for Tuesday have already crossed the $1 million mark, with estimates suggesting a strong $1.5 million finish for the day. This would take the total collection to an outstanding $16.5+ million in just six days, putting the film in an unassailable position at the box office. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Top 5 Highest-Grossing Indian Films In North America Rank Movie North America GBOC 1 Baahubali 2 $20.80 million (updated) 2 Dhurandhar $20.65 million 3 Kalki 2898 AD $18.60 million 4 Pathaan $17.49 million 5 Dhurandhar 2 $16.50+ million (6 days expected) With such a phenomenal trajectory, Dhurandhar 2 is now rapidly closing in on the long-standing North America record held by Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, which grossed over $22 million in its lifetime. The gap is shrinking at a rapid pace, and if the current trend holds, the film could surpass this milestone as early as its second weekend. At this pace, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is not just chasing records; it is redefining them. All eyes are now on the second weekend, where the film is expected to officially crown itself as the highest-grossing Indian film in North America, setting a new gold standard for future releases.

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Preponement Proved Fatal For Pawan Kalyan's Ustaad Bhagat Singh: Here Is Why
78 days ago
Tollywood

Preponement Proved Fatal For Pawan Kalyan's Ustaad Bhagat Singh: Here Is Why

Hyderabad, March 24 - Superstar Pawan Kalyan's action drama Ustaad Bhagat Singh was preponed from March 26 to March 19, following the postponement of Yash-fronted Toxic, which was carrying solid buzz in Telugu states. The decision to shift the Telugu biggie initially appeared to be a smart move, as it allowed the film to occupy a seemingly advantageous release window with reduced immediate competition. However, that early gain quickly turned into a long-term setback. By advancing its release, Ustaad Bhagat Singh inadvertently locked horns with the Bollywood biggie Dhurandhar 2, headlined by Ranveer Singh. While the clash may not have looked threatening on paper at first, the Hindi action spectacle was carrying strong pre-release buzz even in the Telugu states. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) In the opening phase, Ustaad Bhagat Singh managed a decent start, benefiting from Pawan Kalyan's star power and initial curiosity, though the opening was slightly underwhelming compared to PK's last film, OG. But as word-of-mouth and interest around Dhurandhar 2 grew rapidly, the box office dynamics shifted rather quickly. By the third day itself, the Ranveer Singh starrer had taken a clear lead in the Telugu states, eating into UBS's core market, something few would have predicted so quickly. On the first working day, Monday, Dhurandhar 2 minted over 7 crore gross, and at the same time, UBS grossed below 3 crore in the Telugu states. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) This sharp turnaround highlights a key miscalculation by the makers of Ustaad Bhagat Singh. The decision to prepone was based on avoiding one competitor, but it ended up exposing the film to a much stronger and more unpredictable threat. In underestimating the pull of Dhurandhar 2, especially in a non-native market, the team misread the evolving audience preferences where content-driven, high-scale entertainers transcend language barriers. In 5 days so far, UBS has grossed around 66 crore, while Dhurandhar 2 is quickly catching up with around 40 crore gross so far. In the long run, the Bollywood sequel is expected to beat UBS in the region, which will be a shocking result. Ultimately, what looked like a tactical shift to capitalise on a vacant slot ended up intensifying competition and gave a hard lesson to the makers that it is not just about avoiding clashes, but about correctly assessing the true strength and reach of the competition. Stay tuned...

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What Stopped Dhurandhar 2 From Beating Pushpa 2 To Become The Biggest Indian Opener Worldwide?
78 days ago
Bollywood

What Stopped Dhurandhar 2 From Beating Pushpa 2 To Become The Biggest Indian Opener Worldwide?

Mumbai, March 23 - Director Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has obliterated the global box office with a historic opening weekend, rewriting the record books for Bollywood cinema. The spy actioner has grossed a staggering 750+ crore worldwide in its 4-day opening weekend, comfortably emerging as the biggest opener ever for a Hindi film. Not just in India, the Ranveer Singh starrer sequel has shown unprecedented dominance overseas as well, raking in around 210 crore gross internationally, which is the highest-ever opening weekend collection for an Indian film in overseas markets. Such massive numbers underline the sheer scale and acceptance of Dhurandhar 2, which has performed like a true global event film. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) From record-breaking advances to packed houses across key territories, the film has delivered beyond expectations and established itself as one of the biggest cinematic events Indian cinema has ever witnessed. However, despite this extraordinary start, the film fell just short of becoming the biggest Indian opening weekend grosser. That record continues to be held by Telugu biggie Pushpa 2: The Rule, which had posted an even bigger 795 crore gross worldwide opening weekend. The gap between the two films, though not massive, can largely be attributed to a couple of critical factors, and one of them is the Gulf market. Dhurandhar 2 was banned in the Gulf region, a territory that has consistently been a major contributor to the overseas box office of Indian films. The absence of this market had a direct impact on the film's overall worldwide total. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Top 5 Indian Movies' First 4 Days Worldwide Collection Movie WW GBOC Pushpa 2 ₹ 795.50 Cr Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge ₹751.97 Cr Baahubali 2 ₹ 615.00 Cr RRR ₹ 568.10 Cr KGF Chapter 2 ₹ 546.00 Cr Trade estimates suggest that Dhurandhar 2 may have lost around 50 crore from the Gulf during its opening weekend alone due to the ban. In a close race where the difference between the top two films is under 50 crore, this missing chunk proved decisive. Interestingly, this isn't the first time the Dhurandhar franchise has faced this hurdle. The first part had also reportedly lost nearly 100 crore from the Gulf due to a similar ban. Another factor which might have helped Pushpa 2 to remain at the top is its massive pan-India release. While Dhurandhar 2 also had a multi-lingual release, the impact Allu Arjun-fronted blockbuster made across languages, particularly in Hindi, apart from the original Telugu version, helped it to gross over 600 crore domestically in its opening weekend. While Dhurandhar 2 managed to go bigger everywhere else, the continued absence in these key markets cost it a shot at the all-time record. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) In the end, Dhurandhar 2's opening weekend remains nothing short of historic. It has set new benchmarks for Bollywood and redefined the scale at which a Hindi film can perform globally. But in the race for the biggest Indian opener of all time, the Gulf ban and less impact in dubbed versions created a gap just enough for Pushpa 2 to stay ahead. Stay tuned...

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Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge Rampage Continues As Ranveer Singh Starrer Locks Heroic 50+ Crore Net On Monday
78 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge Rampage Continues As Ranveer Singh Starrer Locks Heroic 50+ Crore Net On Monday

Mumbai, March 23 – Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge continues its sensational box office domination as the Ranveer Singh-starrer delivers an absolutely unprecedented performance on its first Monday. After a historic extended opening weekend, the film has carried its momentum into the weekdays with shocking strength. The Monday collections are out of the world, as early estimates suggest a staggering well over 50 crore net and close to 60 crore or more in Hindi, a figure never achieved before by any film on a non-holiday working day. Despite the expected drop, the overall trend remained extraordinary throughout the day. Strong bookings, combined with steady footfall in both mass belts and multiplex chains, ensured that the film held its ground at a level far beyond industry norms. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The kind of consistency it is showing reflects not just hype, but genuine audience acceptance across the board. With Monday collection, the total Hindi net is 480+ crore in just 5 days, as the first full extended week is heading to finish around 600 crore net, which is insane by any means. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the spy action spectacle had already created history with its opening weekend numbers, and this phenomenal Monday performance further cements its status as a record-breaking blockbuster. The film is now operating in a zone where even its weekday collections are outperforming the peak numbers of most big-ticket releases. Stay tuned...

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Top 5 Biggest First Week Grossers In Hindi: Dhurandhar 2 Beats Pushpa 2 In 4 Days To Claim Top Spot
79 days ago
Bollywood

Top 5 Biggest First Week Grossers In Hindi: Dhurandhar 2 Beats Pushpa 2 In 4 Days To Claim Top Spot

Mumbai, March 23 - Pan-India superstar Allu Arjun created a storm with his action drama Pushpa 2: The Rule, which scored the biggest opening week collection in Hindi with 425 crores net in 2024. But in a little over a year, Dhurandhar 2 has shattered this record in an unbelievably short time. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by Aditya Dhar, the spy action thriller put things in the top gear from the premiere itself, and delivered a massive 4-day extended opening weekend collection of around 430 crores net in Hindi, thus becoming the biggest first week grosser of all-time in a single language at the Indian box office. During its opening weekend, Dhurandhar 2 also created daily records, from the biggest paid previews in India to the biggest first, second, third, and fourth day in Hindi. The biggest record it created was to score first 100+ crore net in Hindi in a single day, and it has done it twice in just 4 days. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Top 5 Biggest Opening Week In Hindi (Including Extended Week) Rank Movie Opening Week Collection (Net) 1 Dhurandhar 2 (2026) ₹430+ Cr (4D) 2 Pushpa 2 (2024) ₹425.10 Cr 3 Pathaan (2023) ₹351 Cr 4 Jawan (2023) ₹347.98 Cr 5 Stree 2 (2024) ₹291.65 Cr The incredible pace at which Dhurandhar 2 has created the opening week record highlights the exceptional word of mouth and the curiosity built by the first part. The trade is expecting it to become the first film ever to enter the 1000 crore net club in a single language in India, and the early signs are pointing towards this rare milestone. Interestingly, the original Dhurandhar, which was released just 4 months back, is currently the highest-grossing film in Hindi, and also in a single Indian language, with over 835 crores net collection. Pushpa 2 is third in this list with 810+ crores net as the Hindi box office continues to deliver rich results over the past few years.

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Jayasurya's Aadu 3 Delivers Second Biggest Opening Weekend For A Malayalam Film
79 days ago
Mollywood

Jayasurya's Aadu 3 Delivers Second Biggest Opening Weekend For A Malayalam Film

Kochi, March 23 - At the time when Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is ruling the nationwide box office, Malayalam cinema has quietly delivered another major success with the fantasy comedy Aadu 3. The film adds to the industry's impressive streak of consistent hits in recent years. Headlined by Jayasurya, the third instalment of the popular franchise benefited from the makers' bold decision to stick to its original release date, despite the ongoing tensions in the Gulf region, traditionally the biggest overseas market for Malayalam films. The gamble paid off handsomely, as the film opened to strong box office numbers. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Aadu 3 recorded one of the biggest opening days ever for a Malayalam film, collecting nearly 18 crores worldwide. It then showed an excellent hold over the Eid holiday period, ultimately delivering the second-biggest opening weekend in Mollywood history with an impressive around 85 crores gross in its extended 4-day run. Domestically, the film has earned approximately 31.25 crores, including over 27 crores from Kerala alone. Overseas, it has contributed an estimated 53 crores, with the Gulf region accounting for the majority of that total. Mohanlal's Empuraan remains the biggest opener in Malayalam cinema with a massive 174 crores worldwide gross during its 4-day opening weekend. Stay tuned...

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Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge Smashes Overseas Box Office With Record Opening Weekend
79 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge Smashes Overseas Box Office With Record Opening Weekend

Mumbai, March 23 - Ranveer Singh-starrer Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has created history at the overseas box office by delivering the biggest opening weekend ever for an Indian film. The spy action thriller stormed past the 200 crore mark, collecting approximately 210 crores gross in its extended 4-day opening weekend. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film has surpassed the 5-day opening weekend collection of Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan to emerge as the biggest Indian opener in international markets. What makes this achievement even more remarkable is that the film accomplished this feat without releasing in the Gulf region, where it has been banned. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge opened to a phenomenal 50+ crore gross overseas, including premieres, and then witnessed massive growth over the weekend to set a new benchmark. North America emerged as the biggest contributor, with an outstanding 131+ crore gross weekend, highlighting the film's massive global appeal. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Top Indian Films With Biggest Overseas Opening Weekend Movie Overseas Opening Weekend Dhurandhar 2 ₹ 210 Cr (4D) Pathaan ₹ 206.50 Cr (5D) Jawan ₹ 177 Cr (4D) Pushpa 2 ₹ 163 Cr (4D) The Revenge enjoyed the widest overseas release for a Bollywood title, debuting on over 3000 screens across 2200 cinemas, and that too without the Middle East. The original Dhurandhar grossed around 300 crores overseas in its lifetime run, and Dhurandhar 2 will be eyeing to beat this in the second weekend itself. If the momentum continues, the film is well on track to become the highest-grossing Indian film overseas (excluding China). At present, Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan holds the top spot with 400 crore overseas collection. Including China, Dangal, starring Aamir Khan, remains the highest-grossing Indian film globally with over 1400 crores, although China is not a regular market for Indian releases. Stay tuned...

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