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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Superstar Jr. NTR To Collaborate With Producer Bhushan Kumar of T-Series?
1181 days ago
Tollywood

Superstar Jr. NTR To Collaborate With Producer Bhushan Kumar of T-Series?

Mumbai, March 24 - Producer Bhushan Kumar of T-Series is going after Telugu superstars to set up Pan India projects. The producer already has a number of films in the pipeline and he recently announced a mega-budget project featuring superstar Allu Arjun under the direction of Sandeep Reddy Vanga. ## Bhushan Kumar is already working on a couple of films with Prabhas, and now, as per the latest reports, the Big Bull is in talks with another Telugu giant Jr. NTR. The producer was reportedly seen attending the Muhurat ceremony of Jr. NTR's film with Koratala Siva "NTR 30" on Thursday which sparked rumors. ## According to Pinkvilla, the producer has been discussing a big Pan India project with Jr. NTR. It is to be noted that the T-Series head was in Hyderabad a few weeks ago where he met with some of the biggest Telugu superstars and Jr. NTR was one of them. We might get a clear idea about this hot collaboration in a few months. ## Jr. NTR will soon start the shooting of "NTR 30" which has Janhvi Kapoor as the female lead and Saif Ali Khan as the lead antagonist. It is gearing up for April 5, 2024, release in multiple languages. After wrapping up Koratala's movie, the "RRR" star will start "KGF" and "Salaar" director Prashanth Neel's movie later this year. ## Stay tuned...

PKSDT: Pawan Kalyan and Sai Dharam Tej-Fronted Telugu Remake of 'Vinodhaya Sitham' Gets A Release Date
1181 days ago
Tollywood

PKSDT: Pawan Kalyan and Sai Dharam Tej-Fronted Telugu Remake of 'Vinodhaya Sitham' Gets A Release Date

Hyderabad, March 24 - Telugu superstar Pawan Kalyan and Sai Dharam Tej fronted the Telugu remake of Vinodhaya Sitham is set to hit big screens on July 28, 2023. ## Tentatively titled PKSDT, it is a remake of the Tamil film "Vinodhaya Sitham". The fantasy comedy-drama is directed by Samuthirakani who also directed the original movie. The shoot is currently going on at a brisk pace.## Produced by People Media Factory, PKSDT will see Pawan Kalyan and Sai Dharam Tej enacting Samuthirakani and Thambi Ramaiah's roles, respectively. It also stars Ketika Sharma, Rohini, Subbaraju, and Brahmanandam, among others in key roles.## PKSDT will be Pawan Kalyan's first release since "Bheemla Nayak" which was released in February last year.## #PKSDT storming in theatres from 2️⃣8️⃣th July 2023🌀Bombarding updates on the way💥@PawanKalyan @IamSaiDharamTej@vishwaprasadtg @vivekkuchibotla @peoplemediafcy @ZeeStudios_ @zeestudiossouth pic.twitter.com/HpuF8i34xf— People Media Factory (@peoplemediafcy) March 24, 2023 ## Stay tuned...

Shahid Kapoor, Vijay Sethupathi, and Raashii Khanna's 'Farzi' Sets New Viewership Record For An Indian Web Series
1181 days ago
Digital Media

Shahid Kapoor, Vijay Sethupathi, and Raashii Khanna's 'Farzi' Sets New Viewership Record For An Indian Web Series

Mumbai, March 24 - Amazon Prime Video's latest Indian web series Farzi is creating a sensation among digital viewers. Released on February 10, 2023, the black comedy crime thriller was the most-watched web series this week.## According to Ormax Media, "Farzi" is now the most-watched SVOD original Indian series of all time. During this week, it took the top spot and is expected to be watched by an estimated 37 Million Indians by the end of its run. ## Created by Raj & DK and starring Shahid Kapoor, Vijay Sethupathi, Kay Kay Menon, and Raashii Khanna in the leading roles, "Farzi" has crossed the lifetime viewership of Disney+Hotstar's "Rudra: The Edge of Darkness" which was watched was 35.2 million Indian households, per Ormax Media.## The series is about Sunny, an artist disillusioned by the income inequality in India after failing to keep his grandfather's revolutionary printing press in business. He decides to team up with his best friend Firoz to make counterfeit money. They face challenges from Mansoor, a gangster, and Michael, a cop. ## Have a look at the top 5 most-watched original Indian shows (estimates) - ## 1. Farzi (Prime Video) - 37.10 M## 2. Rudra (Disney Plus Hotstar) - 35.20 M## 3. Mirzapur S2 (Prime Video) - 32.50 M## 4. Panchayat S2 (Prime Video) - 29.60 M## 5. Criminal Justice (Disney Plus Hotstar) - 29.10 M## Note: Ormax Media tracks viewership for 8 weeks from launch. Hence, audiences who 'discover' a show once a new season comes out are not counted for the older show.## Stay tuned...

Kareena Kapoor Teases A Sequel To All-Time Blockbuster '3 Idiots'
1182 days ago
Bollywood

Kareena Kapoor Teases A Sequel To All-Time Blockbuster '3 Idiots'

Mumbai, March 24 - Director Rajkumar Hirani's comedy-drama 3 Idiots starring Aamir Khan, R Madhavan, Sharman Joshi, Kareena Kapoor, and Boman Irani is one of the most loved Bollywood films of all time, and even after 15 years of release, the magic of this classic blockbuster remains intact. ## Over the years, the fans have been demanding the sequel to "3 Idiots" and after 15 years, we finally might have gotten a hint at the same. Earlier in the day, Kareena Kapoor took to Instagram to post a video. In the video, the actress reveals that she is sensing a sequel, which Aamir and the other two male stars have been keeping a secret from her, Boman Irani, and from the audience too. ## "I just got to know that when I was on holiday that these three (pointing up on the frame of Aamir, Sharman, and Madhavan) were up to something. This press conference ka clip that is going around is from the secret that these three are keeping from us".## "Something is fishy and please don't say this is Sharman ka some movie promotion. I think they are coming for a sequel. But only these three, without me? I don't think even Boman knows about this. Calling Boman right now to check aakhir chal kya raha hai. This smells like a sequel for sure", the actress said.## She captioned the video, "I can't believe this!! How can they do this without me? @boman_irani have they kept this a secret from you also?"## View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kareena Kapoor Khan (@kareenakapoorkhan) ## It is to be known that the makers have never talked about the sequel and they have been tight-lipped about it. However, the times have changed and the demand for the next installments of the classic blockbusters has been increasing. We are already seeing the effect of it with the development of "Hera Pheri 3", "Awara Pagal Deewana 2" and "Welcome 3", and now, we might see another in the list in the form of "3 Idiots 2".## Stay tuned...

Avatar 2 Swims Past Avengers Infinity War At The North American Box Office
1182 days ago
Hollywood

Avatar 2 Swims Past Avengers Infinity War At The North American Box Office

Los Angeles, March 24 - James Cameron's mega-blockbuster Avatar: The Way of Water is still minting millions at the domestic (North America) box office despite being in its 14th week.## The sci-fi epic is nearing its spectacular box-office run but before reaching its end, the movie has down another blockbuster domestically. It has become the 7th highest-grossing film of all time in North America, beating Marvel's "Avengers: Infinity War's" entire $678.8 million domestic run. ## "Avatar 2", after its 14th Wednesday, has reached $678.9 million domestically. It will most likely finish as the 7th biggest movie of all time as the next in the list is "Black Panther" which grossed $700.4 million. It is projected to finish its run between $680 million - $690 million. ## Highest-grossing films in North America (as per Box Office Mojo) - ## 1. Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens - $936.60 M## 2. Avengers: Endgame - $858.30 M## 3. Spider-Man: No Way Home - $814.10 M## 4. Avatar - $785.20 M## 5. Top Gun: Maverick - $718.70 M## 6. Black Panther - $700.40 M## 7. Avatar 2 - 678.90 M*## 8. Avengers: Infinity War - $678.80 M## 9. Titanic - $674.20 M## 10. Jurassic World - $653.40 M## The sequel to Cameron's all-time biggest worldwide grosser is currently the 3rd highest-grossing title globally with $2.30 billion, behind "Avengers: Endgame" ($2.79 billion) and "Avatar" ($2.92 billion).##

Pawan Kalyan's 'Ustaad Bhagat Singh' With Director Harish Shankar To Go On Floors On April 5
1182 days ago
Tollywood

Pawan Kalyan's 'Ustaad Bhagat Singh' With Director Harish Shankar To Go On Floors On April 5

Hyderabad, March 24 - Telugu superstar Pawan Kalyan's long-delayed action drama film Ustaad Bhagat Singh with director Harish Shankar is finally moving ahead. ## It was announced in September 2020 under the title of "Bhavadeeyudu Bhagat Singh", but due to some issues, it was reportedly shelved. The duo of PSPK and Harish revived the project with the title "Ustaad Bhagat Singh" late last year. ## Now, as per the latest reports, the much-awaited film will commence filming on April 5 this year. It was reported that "Ustaad Bhagat Singh" is a remake of the Tamil title "Theri", however, director Harish Shankar recently revealed that it is a fresh story and not a remake. ## The movie will be produced by Mythri Movie Makers and the music will be composed by Rockstar DSP. It marks the second collaboration of Pawan Kaylan and Harish Shankar. The duo previously worked on "Gabbar Singh" which was a remake of Salman Khan's "Dabangg". ## Pawan Kalyan, meanwhile, is currently working on multiple films. He has been shooting for the "Vinodaya Sitham" remake. He will resume the shoot of the period action drama "Hari Hara Veera Mallu" soon and also has director Sujeeth's next in the pipeline.## Stay tuned...

Director Farhan Akhtar Gives A Big Update On Priyanka Chopra, Alia Bhatt, And Katrina Kaif's 'Jee Le Zaraa'
1182 days ago
Bollywood

Director Farhan Akhtar Gives A Big Update On Priyanka Chopra, Alia Bhatt, And Katrina Kaif's 'Jee Le Zaraa'

Mumbai, March 23 - Actor-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar is returning to the director's chair with another road trip movie Jee Le Zaraa, starring Priyanka Chopra, Alia Bhatt, and Katrina Kaif in the leading roles. ## The movie was announced in August 2021 and was supposed to kickstart filming in 2022. However, due to the then commitments of the lead trio, the movie couldn't get rolling and later, there were reports stating that the film has been put on hold indefinitely. ## Now, Farhan Akhtar has provided a big update on the much-awaited project. Akhtar is currently on the location hunt for the movie and he shared a picture in which he can be seen in the desert area of Rajasthan. He captioned the picture, "Searching for gold". ## Having already explored the road trip films with Dil Chahta Hai and Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, Farhan Akshatar's Jee Le Zaraa falls in the same genre, this time with the girls. The shoot of the movie will start soon and it will be released next year.## The script is written by Zoyaa Akhtar, Farhan Akhtar, and Reema Kagti while it will be produced by Reema Kagti, Zoya Akhtar, Ritesh Sidhwani, and Farhan Akhtar under their banners Tiger Baby, and Excel Entertainment. ## View this post on Instagram A post shared by Farhan Akhtar (@faroutakhtar) ## Stay tuned...

Vijay Deverakonda and Samantha's 'Kushi' Gets A New Release Date
1182 days ago
Tollywood

Vijay Deverakonda and Samantha's 'Kushi' Gets A New Release Date

Hyderabad, March 23 - Telugu heartthrob Vijay Deverakonda and lady superstar Samantha Ruth Prabhu's romantic-comedy film Kushi will be released on September 1, 2023, in theaters worldwide. ## Directed by Shiva Nirvana, "Kushi" was originally scheduled for Christmas 2022 release, however, due to the delay in the shoot, the makers postponed the release. The filming was recently resumed and the team is progressing at a fast pace to wrap up soon. ## The shoot of the film was paused after Samantha revealed she was suffering from a rare auto-immune disease called myositis. She took a break from acting for her treatment. The actress returned to the shoot and is simultaneously shooting for Amazon Prime Video's "Citadel" web series.## Touted to be a romantic drama, Vijay Deverakonda, and Samantha's film revolves around an unconventional love story with the backdrop of Kashmir. Produced by Mythri Movie Makers, the movie also stars Jayaram, Vennela Kishore, Rahul Ramakrishna, Sachin Khedakar, and Murali Sharma, among others in key roles.## "Kushi" will be released on September 1 in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam languages.## Whole heart🤍#Kushi @TheDeverakonda @ShivaNirvana @MythriOfficial pic.twitter.com/HwqZtd4v8k— Samantha (@Samanthaprabhu2) March 23, 2023 ## Stay tuned...

Natural Star Nani Reacts On Bholaa Vs Dasara Clash At The Hindi Box Office
1182 days ago
Bollywood

Natural Star Nani Reacts On Bholaa Vs Dasara Clash At The Hindi Box Office

Mumbai, March 23 - Telugu star Nani is heavily promoting his upcoming period action drama film Dasara in the Hindi belt. Directed by debutante Srikanth Odhela, "Dasara" is scheduled to release on March 30 in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada languages. ## "Dasara", which also stars Keerthy Suresh as the female lead, is expected to take a bumper opening at the Telugu box office, however, it won't be that easy in Hindi as it will be clashing with Ajay Devgn's mass action entertainer Bholaa which is slated for same day release. ## "Bholaa" is easily one of the most-anticipated Bollywood films but Nani seems confident about "Dasara". During a recent interview, Nani was asked to comment on Dasara clashing with Bholaa at the Hindi box office to which the Natural Star gave a heartfelt response. ## Nani said that when he came to Mumbai for the first time to promote "Makkhi" (Eaga), Ajay sir was also present in that press conference, so I was introduced here with his support. That's why I am feeling the same now, with his help I am moving forward this time as well. If I was in Mumbai, I would have gone to see Bhola first and then Dasara. ## Stay tuned...

Anubhav Sinha's 'Bheed' Projected To Take A Dull Start At The Box Office
1183 days ago
Bollywood

Anubhav Sinha's 'Bheed' Projected To Take A Dull Start At The Box Office

Mumbai, March 23 - Director Anubhav Sinha's drama film Bheed seems to be going nowhere with its pre-sales and chances for its dull start at the box office looming large. ## Starring Rajkummar Rao and Bhumi Pednekar, "Bheed" is set during the events of the 2020 COVID-19 lockdown in India. It tells the story of how several characters in the film deal with the covid-19 lockdown and migrate to a place they feel safe. ## The movie did hit by controversy, however, despite the desperate attempt, it failed to generate any sort of buzz which was clearly visible in the advance booking which finished below 10 lac gross for the opening day. ## Given the fact that there was hardly any awareness among the moviegoers and dull response in the pre-booking, "Bheed" was always going to struggle at the box office and that's what happened with it with the opening of around 30 lacs. Sinha's last directorial, "Anek" (2022) too bombed at the box office and the prospects are not looking promising for his upcoming film either. ## The lack of curiosity for "Bheed" is set to benefit Ranbir Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor's "Tu Jhoothi Mein Makkaar" for another week before Ajay Devgn's "Bholaa" arrives on March 30. There is Keanu Reeves' "John Wick 4" this weekend but that will mainly acquire the premium screens. Rani Mukerji's "Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway", which is performing at a decent level, might also get the benefit this weekend.## Stay tuned...

Director Koratala Siva Reveals The Basic Premise Of NTR 30
1183 days ago
Tollywood

Director Koratala Siva Reveals The Basic Premise Of NTR 30

Hyderabad, March 23 - Director Koratala Siva's second collaboration with superstar Jr. NTR was officially launched on March 23 under the tentative title NTR 30. After facing a major setback with "Acharya", Koratala Siva seems hellbent to deliver a solid comeback with the upcoming film. ## During the movie launch event, Koratala revealed the basic idea of the story of NTR 30. The blockbuster director revealed that the movie is set in the backdrop of forgotten lands and there will be more animals than people who are fearless. ## He further said that NTR 30, apart from being a mass entertainer, is going to be an emotional roller coaster ride and the filmmaker promised that it will be his best work to date. The movie will be happening in the Coastal area and there will be a lot of ocean shots. ## "NTR 30" has Janhvi Kapoor playing the female lead, marking her debut in Telugu cinema. The film is produced by NTR Arts, Yuvasudha Arts, and MSK Films. Meanwhile, there are rumors that Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan will be playing the lead antagonist and the official announcement is expected to be made soon. ## The movie will be released on April 5, 2024, in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada, languages.## Stay tuned...

Hombale Films Confirms The Writing Begins For 'Kantara 2'
1183 days ago
Sandalwood

Hombale Films Confirms The Writing Begins For 'Kantara 2'

Bengaluru, March 22 - On the auspicious occasion of Ugadi, the writing for the much-awaited Kannada blockbuster Kantara 2 has begun, Hombale Films has confirmed via Twitter. ## "Kantara 2" will be the prequel to the original movie with Rishab Shetty returning to direct as well as playing the lead role. The movie will delve into the back story of folklore that features in the first part. ## "On this auspicious occasion of Ugadi & New Year, we are delighted to announce that the writing for the second part of #Kantara has begun. We can't wait to bring you another captivating story that showcases our relationship with nature. Stay tuned for more updates", Hombale Films tweeted.## ಬರವಣಿಗೆಯ ಆದಿ…On this auspicious occasion of Ugadi & New Year, we are delighted to announce that the writing for the second part of #Kantara has begun. We can't wait to bring you another captivating story that showcases our relationship with nature. Stay tuned for more updates. pic.twitter.com/JPmtE5vtx2— Hombale Films (@hombalefilms) March 22, 2023 ## The shooting for "Kantara 2" will begin by mid of this year and the movie is likely to release in 2024 in multiple languages. ## Stay tuned...