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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Zootopia 2 Box Office (China): Breaks A Major Record for Hollywood by Selling $100+ Million Tickets
160 days ago
Hollywood

Zootopia 2 Box Office (China): Breaks A Major Record for Hollywood by Selling $100+ Million Tickets

Mumbai, January 1 - Disney's Zootopia 2 is rewriting history for Hollywood at the Chinese box office with an extraordinary theatrical run that very few foreign films have ever managed to achieve. The animated sequel has crossed a landmark that places it in an elite club dominated by only the biggest global blockbusters. According to trade estimates, Zootopia 2 has sold over 100+ million tickets in China, making it the first Hollywood film since Titanic (1997) and only the 8th film ever to cross the 100 million admissions mark in a single market. This historic feat highlights the film's unexpected and unprecedented reach among Chinese audiences. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The animated juggernaut has already grossed $560+ million in China, firmly establishing itself as one of the highest-grossing Hollywood films of all time in the territory. The film continues to draw massive footfalls, an extremely rare phenomenon for imported releases in recent years. The record-breaking run is particularly significant given Hollywood's recent struggles in China, where local productions have largely dominated the box office. Zootopia 2 has managed to buck that trend entirely, emerging as a cultural event rather than just a successful release. Zootopia 2 is heading towards finishing at $575+ million in China, as the second highest-grossing Hollywood title in the country after Avengers: Endgame ($632 million). At the worldwide box office, the film has topped $1.45 billion, becoming the third biggest animated film of all-time (excluding The Lion King), and the biggest-grossing Disney animated film. Stay tuned...

Jana Nayagan Advance Booking: Vijay-starrer Tops 15 Crore Worldwide For Opening Day
160 days ago
Kollywood

Jana Nayagan Advance Booking: Vijay-starrer Tops 15 Crore Worldwide For Opening Day

Chennai, January 1 - Thalapathy Vijay's upcoming political action drama Jana Nayagan is making a strong noise at the box office even before its theatrical arrival. The film, confirmed as Vijay's final outing before his full-time political plunge, is witnessing solid traction in advance booking, especially in overseas markets. As per the latest trade reports, Jana Nayagan has hit 15 crore worldwide in pre-sales for its opening day, including premieres. In India, the film has so far collected over 3 crore, with bookings currently open only in Karnataka and Kerala. Despite the limited domestic rollout, the initial response has been encouraging, clearly indicating strong demand on the ground. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) On the overseas front, Jana Nayagan is putting up impressive numbers, having already grossed 11–12 crore from advance sales alone. Major contributions are coming from North America, the UK, and Australia, where Vijay continues to enjoy a massive fan following. With eight days still left before release, there is ample room for the film to further grow. A sharp spike is expected once advance booking opens in Tamil Nadu and other key Indian territories, which traditionally contribute heavily to Vijay's opening day numbers. If the current momentum sustains, Jana Nayagan is well on course to register one of the biggest opening days of Vijay's career worldwide. With hype, sentiment, and numbers all aligning in its favour, Jana Nayagan is shaping up to be a major pre-release box office force ahead of its theatrical debut. It will be released in multiple languages, including Hindi as Jan Neta on January 9. Stay tuned...

Ikkis Box Office Day 1 Early Estimates: Maddock Films' War Biopic Takes A Good Opening
160 days ago
Bollywood

Ikkis Box Office Day 1 Early Estimates: Maddock Films' War Biopic Takes A Good Opening

Mumbai, January 1 - The Bollywood industry might be in for a pleasant surprise to begin 2026 as Maddock Films' war biopic drama Ikkis, which happens to be legendary late Dharmendra's last film, has taken a good start at the domestic box office, exceeding expectations. New Year's Day, being a holiday, has always drawn footfalls, and Ikkis has taken the full advantage of it despite Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar continuing to dominate the box office. Starring Agastya Nanda in the title role, the film has scored an estimated 6.75-7.25 crores net on its opening day, which is better than what pre-sales suggested. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Ikkis expectedly had mid-pre-sales, which suggested 4-5 crores net start, but the holiday advantage and early positive reception have propelled the opening to much higher numbers. The opening of the film is actually better than Kartik Aaryan's Christmas release, Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, which is a very good sign. Directed by Sriram Raghavan, Ikkis was originally scheduled to release on December 25, but was postponed to give it a genuine chance to perform amid the Dhurandhar wave. The decision to postpone the film seems to have paid off, and it is now all about building on the momentum. Stay tuned...

Dhurandhar Box Office (North America): Becomes the Highest-Grossing Bollywood Movie By Surpassing Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan
160 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar Box Office (North America): Becomes the Highest-Grossing Bollywood Movie By Surpassing Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan

Mumbai, December 31 - In a major milestone and in its record-breaking journey, Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar has become the highest-grossing Bollywood film at the North American box office, after surpassing the lifetime grosses of superstar Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan. With no signs of slowing down, the Aditya Dhar's directorial has crossed $17.50 million in North America at the end of the 4th Tuesday, which took it past Pathaan's $17.49 million and made it the biggest Bollywood grosser of all-time in the region. It is now the third biggest Indian film there, behind Kalki 2898 AD ($18.50+ million) and Baahubali 2 ($20+ million). (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dhurandhar has made it a habit of breaking records with each passing day, and with the way it is still going, the film is certain to beat Kalki, and who, it might go on to top Baahubali 2 to become the biggest Indian blockbuster in North America. But that is still a long shot, but the film will surely be finishing at the second biggest grosser there, at least. The spy action thriller has been on a record-breaking run in most of the territories, whether it is domestic or international. It has proved to be a one of its kind phenomena, which has swept most of the daily and lifetime records, and it still hasn't done yet with so much is yet to come, including the biggest Hindi grosser of all-time at the domestic box office. Stay tuned...

Jana Nayagan Trailer: Vijay's Political Actioner Trailer Date and Time Revealed
160 days ago
Kollywood

Jana Nayagan Trailer: Vijay's Political Actioner Trailer Date and Time Revealed

Chennai, January 1 - The trailer of Thalapathy Vijay's much-awaited political action drama Jana Nayagan has been confirmed to release digitally on January 3rd. The announcement has further intensified the buzz around the film, which is slated to hit theatres during the Pongal festival. The trailer will be launched on January 3rd at 6:45 PM in Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi, ensuring a wide reach across the nation. Jana Nayagan holds special significance as it is confirmed to be Vijay's final film before his full-time entry into politics. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by H. Vinoth, the film, which also stars Bobby Deol, Pooja Hegde, and Mamitha Baiju, is said to revolve around power, governance, and the voice of the common man, blending mass appeal with a strong socio-political narrative. The film also features a solid supporting cast, while the music is composed by Anirudh Ravichander, adding further weight to the project. With advance bookings already showing strong trends in select territories, the trailer launch is expected to give a major boost to the film’s pre-release momentum. Jana Nayagan is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on January 9. pic.twitter.com/ZEbj0CkaES— Vijay (@actorvijay) January 1, 2026 Stay tuned...

Dhurandhar Box Office: Becomes First Film To Score Doubt Digit Collection For Consecutive 25+ Days In Hindi
161 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar Box Office: Becomes First Film To Score Doubt Digit Collection For Consecutive 25+ Days In Hindi

Mumbai, December 31 - Ranveer Singh-starrer Dhurandhar has scripted a historic milestone at the Hindi box office by becoming the first film ever to record double-digit daily net collections for 25+ consecutive days. At a time when most releases witness sharp drops after weekends, the spy action thriller has shown unreal consistency well into its fourth week. The Aditya Dhar's directorial has continued to pull audiences across mass belts and multiplexes alike, refusing to slow down on weekdays. Even in the post-holiday phase, Dhurandhar has managed to stay firmly in double digits, a benchmark that no previous Hindi blockbuster has been able to touch. The previous record holder was Pushpa 2, which scored double digit collection of 21 days in Hindi. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) After opening to better-than-expected numbers of 28 crores net, the film's momentum kept rising with powerful word of mouth pushing its collection to uncharted territories. In 26 days so far, the movie has remained in double-digit figures, with the 26th day collection landing in excess of 11 crores. Dhurandhar's total net collection has surged past the 700 crore mark, and is racing ahead at a record pace. The sustained run has also pushed the movie into an elite league globally, as its worldwide gross has already crossed 1000 crore, making it the highest-grossing Hindi film ever. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The film not only registered the biggest fourth weekend and fourth week in Hindi cinema history, but also comfortably surpassed the previous benchmarks set by pan-India juggernauts by a long margin. Strong word of mouth and repeat value have ensured minimal drops on crucial weekdays. With no major Hindi release posing a serious threat in the immediate future, Dhurandhar is expected to continue its golden run at the box office. The film's unprecedented 25+ days of double-digit collections have now set a new gold standard for longevity and consistency in the Hindi film industry. Stay tuned...

Prabhas' Kalki Part 2 Shoot To Begin In February 2026
161 days ago
Tollywood

Prabhas' Kalki Part 2 Shoot To Begin In February 2026

Hyderabad, December 31 - After the big success of sci-fi epic Kalki 2898 AD, the makers are gearing up to take the Kalki universe forward with its much-awaited sequel. As per the latest buzz in Telugu media, Part 2 of Prabhas-starrer is set to go on floors in February 2026, after months of delay. Directed by Nag Ashwin, Kalki 2 has been in pre-production for quite some time now, with the team carefully chalking out the scale, action blocks, and visual effects-heavy portions. Given the enormous scope of the sequel, the makers are reportedly taking time to fine-tune the script and technical execution to ensure it matches, or even surpasses, the first part's cinematic impact. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Prabhas, who is currently juggling multiple big-ticket projects, is expected to allocate dedicated dates for Kalki Part 2 starting early 2026. The film will once again be mounted on a grand scale, with extensive use of cutting-edge VFX and large studio setups. Key cast members from the first instalment, including Amitabh Bachchan and Kamal Haasan, are also expected to reprise their roles. The production of the film hit a major roadblock when the makers announced the exit of Deepika Padukone, reportedly due to her exaggerated demands. The actress played a crucial role in the first part, and now, the makers are looking for a new actress to replace her, for which the announcement is expected to be made soon. With Kalki 2898 AD establishing itself as one of the most ambitious Indian films ever made, expectations are sky-high for Kalki Part 2. Prabhas and epic sci-fi cinema rooted in Indian culture are eagerly waiting for the makers to make a formal announcement regarding this mega project. The film is produced by Vyjayanthi Movies. Stay tuned...

The Raja Saab Vs Jana Nayagan Advance Booking (North America): Prabhas-starrer Locks Into A Tight Battle With Vijay's Actioner
161 days ago
Tollywood

The Raja Saab Vs Jana Nayagan Advance Booking (North America): Prabhas-starrer Locks Into A Tight Battle With Vijay's Actioner

Los Angeles, January 7 - The North American box office is witnessing an intense pre-release clash, not among the local titles but two Indian blockbusters, which gear up to hit the big screens over the Pongal/Sankranthi festival. Pan Indian superstar Prabhas' The Raja Saab and Tamil superstar Thalapathy Vijay's Jana Nayagan have locked in for a tight battle as far as pre-sales are concerned. With both films slated for a January 9 release, with premieres scheduled for January 8, the overseas market, especially the US, has become a key battleground for the two potential mega blockbusters, setting the tone for what could be one of the biggest South Indian box office face-offs of very early 2026, a year, that can redefine the true potential of Indian cinema. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The Raja Saab has the advantage of being a Prabhas-starrer, whose films have historically done well in North America. The romantic horror comedy opened bookings well ahead of its rival, but it hasn't picked up as was expected, even though it remains good with almost $750K for premieres as of 10 AM IST on January 7. As said, the pace has been relatively moderate compared to Prabhas' previous blockbusters, making the race far more competitive than initially expected. On the other hand, Vijay's political action thriller has emerged as the surprise package. Despite opening bookings much later, the Tamil actioner has shown sharp momentum, with rapid growth in daily ticket sales across the US and Canada. Riding on this surge, Jana Nayagan has inched ahead with approximately $825K in pre-sales, marginally overtaking The Raja Saab in the North American booking race. The box office battle of The Raja Saab and Jana Nayagan, which wasn't expected to be this intense, is also generating huge buzz back home. Even though it is relatively a no-contest here since both films belong to different industries with not much challenge to each other in their respective home market, The Raja Saab could emerge as an overall winner, given the genre and massive Pan India stardom of Prabhas. Stay tuned...

Tom Cruise's Space Movie Cancelled: Here Is Why
162 days ago
Hollywood

Tom Cruise's Space Movie Cancelled: Here Is Why

Mumbai, December 30 - Hollywood superstar Tom Cruise has reportedly cancelled his space movie, which he was supposed to film in outer space, under the direction of Doug Liman, who previously directed the actor in American Made and Edge of Tomorrow. Tom Cruise had been preparing for a sci-fi movie, in an attempt to shoot it in outer space. But according to the latest report by Page Six, the film has been cancelled after Cruise reportedly refused to ask for President Donald Trump's help in its production. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) As reported earlier, for Cruise to film in space, he and director Liman needed to collaborate with NASA for the project. However, the actor would have had to ask a favour of President Trump to make it happen, which the actor didn't want to do. The untitled movie was announced in 2020 and was supposed to start by now. It was set to be made with both NASA and SpaceX's involvement to ensure it could be shot into space. However, the federal government, and specifically the President, would have needed to sign off on the plan, which Cruise didn't want to. Meanwhile, Cruise has been working on multiple projects. Earlier this year, he wrapped filming on a new black comedy directed by Alejandro G. Iñárritu and is also reportedly in talks with Paramount to work on the third Top Gun movie. Stay tuned...

Haq Movie OTT Release Date: When and Where To Watch Yami Gautam and Emraan Hashmi's Hard-Hitting Courtroom Drama
162 days ago
Bollywood

Haq Movie OTT Release Date: When and Where To Watch Yami Gautam and Emraan Hashmi's Hard-Hitting Courtroom Drama

Mumbai, December 28 - Yami Gautam and Emraan Hashmi's Haq, hailed as one of the best films of the year, is gearing up for its digital release after a decent outing in theatres. Directed by Suparn Verma, the hard-hitting courtroom drama will start streaming on Netflix from January 2, 2026. Haq follows the story of Shah Bano, a woman who seeks legal redress after her husband marries another woman. The narrative explores her pursuit of justice and the complex intersection of personal faith, social customs, and constitutional law. Through courtroom arguments and testimonies, the film examines how legal systems interpret women's rights within the framework of religious and civil law. OTT Release This Week Dec 29 to Jan 4: Your Ultimate Guide to New Movies & Web Series Produced by Vineet Jain, Vishal Gurnani, Juhi Parekh Mehta and Harman Baweja under the banners Junglee Pictures, Insomnia Films and Baweja Studios, respectively, Haq was released on November 7 amid raving reviews. The film has been hailed for its sensible take on the controversial subject, with high praise towards Yami Gautam and Emraan Hashmi. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The film has a decent outing at the box office with a worldwide gross collection of around 30 crores. Despite not flying high at the box office, the positive reception among the critics and audiences is expected to help the film bring in viewership upon its OTT release. Stay tuned...

Salman Khan's Battle of Galwan Teaser Triggers Attention From China
162 days ago
Bollywood

Salman Khan's Battle of Galwan Teaser Triggers Attention From China

Mumbai, December 30 - The recently released teaser of superstar Salman Khan's war drama Battle of Galwan has managed to trigger attention from China. The movie, directed by Apoorva Lakhia, also stars Chitrangda Singh as the female lead alongside Zeyn Shaw, Ankur Bhatia, and Vipin Bhardwaj. The teaser is getting mixed reactions from Indian users, and at the same time, China's mouthpiece, Global Times, has reacted to the film, citing Chinese expert views. The movie is based on the events that took place between the Indian and Chinese troops at the Galwan region in June 2020, when 200 Indian soldiers bravely defended their territory against a force of 1200 Chinese Liberation Army soldiers. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) As per the Global Times, a Chinese expert said on Monday that "Bollywood films at most provide an entertainment-driven, emotionally charged portrayal, but no amount of cinematic exaggeration can rewrite history or shake the PLA's determination to defend China's sovereign territory". Produced by Salman Khan Films, Battle of Galwan features Salman Khan as Colonel Bikkumalla Santosh Babu of the Bihar Regiment, who led his life defending the Indian territory. The film is scheduled to release on April 17, 2026, in the theatres worldwide, as one of the marquee Indian releases of the year. Stay tuned...

Episode 7 of Stranger Things 5 Turns Nightmare For Netflix: Here Is Why
162 days ago
Digital Media

Episode 7 of Stranger Things 5 Turns Nightmare For Netflix: Here Is Why

Los Angeles, December — One of the most loved web shows, Stranger Things, hits an unexpected rough patch for Netflix. Episode 7 of Season 5, the penultimate chapter titled The Bridge, has triggered massive backlash online, turning into what many are calling a nightmare for Netflix just days before the series finale. Soon after release, ST5 witnessed an unprecedented drop in audience ratings across major platforms. It became the lowest-rated season in the show's history, a shocking development for a show that has enjoyed near-universal acclaim over the years. For a penultimate episode, typically designed to peak tension and hype, the response was far below expectations. One of the biggest concerns for Netflix is the clear review bombing that followed Volume 2's release. Thousands of one-star ratings flooded IMDb and other platforms within hours, particularly for episode 7. This sudden surge in negative reactions significantly dragged down the episode's overall score and dominated online discourse. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) A backlash campaign for the show seemed to ignite after the sci-fi horror thriller series' penultimate episode, The Bridge, which features a scene in which Will Byers (Noah Schnapp) comes out as gay to his friends. The lengthy monologue came as the Hawkins gang geared up to face Vecna, the big bad from the Upside Down. The Bridge is now the lowest-rated episode of the entire Stranger Things show on IMDb, with a score of 5.4 out of 10. (It's the only episode below a 7.8, with most ranging between 8.6 and 9.2.) More than 96,000 users reviewed The Bridge episode on IMDb, while fewer than 50,000 people have rated most other episodes this season. The backlash for episode 7 has particularly been in the USA, where over 7K users gave 1-star ratings, followed by Saudi Arabia with 4K users. In India, 1.5K users have reviewed the episode with 1-star ratings. The recent episodes have dragged the season's Rotten Tomatoes score from the 70s down to 56%, a stark decline from the show's previous seasons. (For reference, the Season 4 Popcornmeter sits at 89%, Season 3 at 86%, Season 2 at 90% and Season 1 at 96%.) (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Why This Is a Nightmare for Netflix For Netflix, the situation is particularly damaging because Stranger Things is one of its flagship global brands. The backlash arrived right before the series finale, which might harm the overall viewership on the platform and also its box office prospects (the final episode will have a theatrical release in North America). The show's finale is scheduled to release on New Year's Eve, and as said, will have limited theatrical release. In India, it will drop on Netflix on January 1st at 6 AM. All eyes are now on Episode 8, and how the audience perceives it. Stay tuned...