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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Dhurandhar Box Office (North America): Becomes the Third Film of Ranveer Singh To Top $10 Million
174 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar Box Office (North America): Becomes the Third Film of Ranveer Singh To Top $10 Million

Mumbai, December 18 - Director Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar has another big achievement to its extraordinary theatrical run as it has crossed the $10 million mark at the North American box office, becoming the first Indian film of the year to hit the milestone. The spy actioner has also become actor Ranveer Singh's third film to enter the prestigious club, after Padmaavat and Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The film has enjoyed a powerful run in the North American market right from its opening weekend. Thanks to the strong word of mouth, the film scored a jump in the second weekend and has sustained superbly on weekdays. It grossed $9.80 million through the second Wednesday, and with Thursday pre-sales, Dhurandhar has officially surpassed the $10 million mark in NA. This achievement further underlines Ranveer Singh's growing pull in overseas territories. While Padmaavat showcased his larger-than-life appeal and Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani highlighted his wide urban and family audience reach, Dhurandhar proves his ability to deliver big numbers in the international market with a high-octane action entertainer. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dhurandhar is now the 11th Indian movie overall to cross the $10 million mark in North America, placing it among an elite list of titles that have managed to crack this difficult overseas benchmark. The movie has one of the strongest legs for an Indian film there, with no sign of slowing down anytime soon. The North America milestone comes alongside an exceptional worldwide box office performance, where Dhurandhar continues to post massive numbers, crossing 700 crores in two weeks. Its overseas strength has played a crucial role in elevating the film into mega blockbuster territory globally. Stay tuned...

Maddock Films' Ikkis Postponed By A Week Amid Dhurandhar Storm
175 days ago
Bollywood

Maddock Films' Ikkis Postponed By A Week Amid Dhurandhar Storm

Mumbai, December 17 — Producer Dinesh Vijan's Maddock Films has postponed the release of its much-anticipated war drama Ikkis by a week amid the extraordinary box office dominance of Ranveer Singh-fronted Dhurandhar. The film was originally scheduled to release on December 25, but will now arrive in cinemas in early January 2026. The move comes as Dhurandhar continues its historic run, pulling massive footfalls across domestic and international markets even in its second week. It is said that Aditya Dhar's directorial has left very little room for another patriotic film to perform optimally during the same period. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) This new year, gift yourself courage.Final #Ikkis trailer drops this weekend in theatres. A new chapter unfolds in legendary director Sriram Raghvan’s first war film.The true story of India’s youngest Param Vir Chakra Awardee, Second Lt. Arun Khetarpal. Some heroes die young.… pic.twitter.com/NaiEHPSOBm— Maddockfilms (@MaddockFilms) December 17, 2025 Ikkis stars Agastya Nanda as Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, a Param Vir Chakra awardee, and is positioned as a high-intensity patriotic war drama. It also stars late Dharmendra, Jaideep Ahlawat, and Simar Bhatia. Ikkis marks the last feature film for legendary Dharmendra, who recently passed away due to prolonged illness. Industry insiders see the postponement as a strategic decision rather than a delay caused by concern. It was also in direct clash with Kartik Aaryan's Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, which is now arriving solo on December 25. With a solo release, Ikkis is now expected to get better showcasing and audience attention upon its revised release. Stay tuned...

Homebound Shortlisted For Oscars 2026: When and Where To Watch Dharma Productions Drama Film
175 days ago
Bollywood

Homebound Shortlisted For Oscars 2026: When and Where To Watch Dharma Productions Drama Film

Mumbai, December 17 - Dharma Productions' Homebound gets closer to the prestigious Oscar after the hard-hitting drama film was shortlisted in the Best International Feature category for the Oscars 2026. The film will be competing with 14 other international titles. The film had its world premiere in the Un Certain Regard section of the 2025 Cannes Film Festival on 21 May 2025, and reportedly received a nine–minute standing ovation following the screening. It was released theatrically on 26 September 2025 to critical acclaim; however, it failed to create any magic at the box office. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Following its theatrical release, Homebound was made available to stream online after 8 weeks. The film was released on the OTT platform Netflix on November 21, 2025. Despite the critical acclaim, the movie failed to draw much viewership on OTT as well, with only 1.3 million views in the first week. The makers are hoping that the Oscars buzz might bring some attention to the film, which needs to be seen Directed by Neeraj Ghaywan and starring Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa and Janhvi Kapoor in leading roles, Homebound follow two childhood friends from a small village in North India who dream of becoming police officers, hoping the job will bring them the respect they never had. However, as they come closer to their goal, pressure and struggles create problems in their friendship. Stay tuned...

Top 5 Biggest Second Week Grossers In Hindi: Dhurandhar Climbs To Number 1 In Just 5 Days
175 days ago
Bollywood

Top 5 Biggest Second Week Grossers In Hindi: Dhurandhar Climbs To Number 1 In Just 5 Days

Mumbai, December 19 - Dhurandhar has become the first film ever to score 200 crores net collection in the second week in Hindi, and it took just 5 days to breach the milestone. The Ranveer Singh-starrer's historic run has led it to beat the previous second-week record holder, Pushpa 2 - The Rule. After the excellent opening frame, Dhurandhar's second week has all been about record-smashing. The film began the week with the biggest second Friday, and has maintained that number 1 daily record since then by beating Allu Arjun-fronted Pushpa 2 on every day. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) In quite a remarkable trend, Dhurandhar's second-weekday collection so far is higher than the opening day numbers, which itself was above expectations. The film's second Monday and Tuesday collections were identical, followed by super solid next days, which reflects the extraordinary word of mouth and growing interest among moviegoers. Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar has minted approximately 460 crores net collections in 14 days, including 253 crores in the second week. The film, in its second week, scored a remarkable jump of +20% over the first frame. This makes it the only film to score higher second week than its first for a movie opening to above 100 crores net in Hindi. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) S. No. Movie Second Week Net Collection 1 Dhurandhar ₹253.25 crore 2 Pushpa 2 ₹196.50 crore 3 Chhaava ₹180.25 crore 4 Baahubali 2 ₹143.25 crore 5 Stree 2 ₹141.40 crore Stay tuned...

Dhurandhar Box Office: Becomes Ranveer Singh's Biggest Grosser; Heads To Enter 1000 Crore Milestone Worldwide
175 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar Box Office: Becomes Ranveer Singh's Biggest Grosser; Heads To Enter 1000 Crore Milestone Worldwide

Mumbai, December 17 - In a major milestone for Ranveer Singh, the spy action thriller Dhurandhar has become the highest-grossing film of his career at the worldwide box office, beating Padmaavat, in which he played the antagonist role opposite Shahid Kapoor and Deepika Padukone. Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar outgrossed the entire theatrical run of Padmaavat (585 crores worldwide) on its 11th day and became the biggest grosser for Ranveer. The movie continued its blockbuster run on the second Tuesday and grossed around 45 crores worldwide to take its total collection to around 633 crores in 12 days. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dhurandhar has been on a run of its life where the records are tumbling every day. The movie had good buzz before release, but it literally shot off once it hit the big screens, and there has been no stopping it since then. The movie isn't stopping anytime soon, and in fact, it is going to be a big challenge for upcoming films this month to find an audience. Inspired by real-life incidents, Dhurandhar was always going to do well, but no one had thought it would become a monster going forward. First, it breached the milestone of 500 crores worldwide, which very few thought would be achieved. But such has been a phenomenon that the film is now heading to enter the 1000 crores club, and given the current trend, it looks like a matter of time before it achieves this landmark box office figure. Stay tuned...

Thamma OTT Release Date: When and Where To Watch Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna's Vampire Comedy
176 days ago
Bollywood

Thamma OTT Release Date: When and Where To Watch Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna's Vampire Comedy

Mumbai, December 16 - Maddock Films' romantic vampire comedy Thamma is all set for its digital debut after completing its theatrical journey with a decent box office success, continuing the winning streak of Maddock Horror Comedy Universe (MHCU). Originally released on October 21, on the occasion of Diwali, the Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna-fronted film was made available for online streaming on Amazon Prime Video on December 2 for rental streaming. From 16 December, the film is now available on Prime Video for free for its users. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, Thamma is the fifth instalment in the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe. The film follows a journalist who, after encountering a mysterious woman, turns into a vampiric creature called Betal and must save humanity from the bloodlust of an ancient sect. The film was opened with mixed reviews from critics and the audience alike. At the box office, it proved to be a decent success with a worldwide collection of around 188 crores. In India, it grossed over 161 crores, while overseas collection is around 27 crores. The franchise's brand value is expected to generate good buzz around its OTT release. Stay tuned...

Shraddha Kapoor Shocks Netizens With Her Review of Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar
176 days ago
Bollywood

Shraddha Kapoor Shocks Netizens With Her Review of Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar

Mumbai, December 16 - Ranveer Singh's mega hit Dhurandhar continues to create waves not just at the box office but also on social media. Many celebrities have shared their thoughts on the spy actioner, and the latest to join the list is Shraddha Kapoor, whose witty yet heartfelt review of the film has taken netizens by surprise. Sharing her thoughts, Shraddha wrote on Instagram stories, "Truly terrible of @adityadharcfilms to make a film like 'Dhurandhar'..." This was the first story by the actress, which left fans confused, before she wrote in the next one, "and then make us wait for 3 months for part 2. Don't play with our emotions, prepone the release, please". (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The Stree star's playful complaint instantly caught attention, with fans loving the humorous tone of her reaction. The actress went on to heap glowing praise on the film, calling it "What a phenomenal experience." In a candid moment, admitting that, "Subah shoot nahi hti toh kasam se abhi hi dobaara dekhne jaati". Shraddha also highlighted the strength of Hindi cinema, naming Chhaava, Saiyaara, and Dhurandhar as standout films of 2025, before signing off with a proud declaration - Hindi Cinema. Her words struck a chord with audiences, many of whom echoed her sentiment about the film's impact and its much-anticipated sequel. As Dhurandhar continues its historic run and builds anticipation for Part 2, reactions like Shraddha Kapoor's only add to the growing hype, proving that the film has managed to impress both audiences and industry insiders alike. Stay tuned...

Dhurandhar Box Office: Beats Pushpa 2 To Score Biggest Second Week In Hindi After Record Second Tuesday
176 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar Box Office: Beats Pushpa 2 To Score Biggest Second Week In Hindi After Record Second Tuesday

Mumbai, December 16 - Director Aditya Dhar's spy actioner Dhuradhar has created history once again to score the biggest ever second week in Hindi, taking just 5 days to beat the previous record holder Pushpa 2 - The Rule (196 crores net), starring superstar Allu Arjun. It has been an out-of-the-world box office run for Dhurandhar so far, with an upward daily trend domestically. After the record daily collection in the second week so far, the Ranveer Singh-fronted film continued the momentum to deliver the biggest second Tuesday, that too by almost double the margin. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) According to early estimates, the first part of the two-part actioner is heading to score 29-31 crores net on its 12th day, almost on par with the second Monday collection. With this astonishing figure, Dhurandhar has crossed 200 crores net in the second week, becoming the only film to hit the milestone in Hindi. The total collection of Dhurandhar after the second Tuesday (12th day) has crossed 410 crores net, heading towards 450+ crores at the end of the second week. As reported earlier, it is hard to predict what the lifetime collection of Dhurandhar will be, but given the current trend, it seems to have locked for 700+ crore net. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dhurandhar is turning out to be a once-in-a-lifetime phenomenon where the second week is going to be bigger than the first, which itself was 200+ crores net. As said, the film is in uncharted territory and can go anywhere. The film has the potential to challenge Pushpa 2's biggest Hindi grosser record, but it needs to be seen how it fares once Avatar 3 and TMMTMTTM arrive over the next couple of weeks. Stay tuned...

Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat OTT Release Date: When and Where To Watch Harshvardhan Rane, Sonam Bajwa's Romantic Drama
176 days ago
Bollywood

Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat OTT Release Date: When and Where To Watch Harshvardhan Rane, Sonam Bajwa's Romantic Drama

Mumbai, December 16 - Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa'sEk Deewane Ke Deewaniyat was one of the biggest surprises at the box office of the year. After its successful theatrical stint, the romantic drama is all set for its digital premiere, and it is not on Netflix, as speculated. The film, which struck a chord with romance lovers in cinemas, is now ready to make its OTT debut. According to reports, Ek Deewane Ke Deewaniyat will start streaming on Zee5 from December 26, 2025. Viewers who missed the film on the big screen or wish to revisit the intense love story can now watch it from the comfort of their homes. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by Milap Zaveri, the emotionally driven romantic drama features Harshvardhan Rane in a passionate, layered role, while Sonam Bajwa impresses with her strong presence and emotional depth. Their chemistry has been one of the film's key highlights, earning appreciation from audiences and fans of the genre. Released in theatres on October 21, 2025, Ek Deewane Ke Deewaniyat generated steady buzz for its soulful music, emotional storytelling, and intense romance. It was a hit at the box office with over 100 crores gross collection worldwide. With its OTT arrival, the film is expected to find a new audience, especially among viewers who prefer romantic dramas on digital platforms. Stay tuned...

Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar Box Office Records Broken
176 days ago
Bollywood

Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar Box Office Records Broken

Mumbai, December 16 - Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar continues its phenomenal theatrical run and is heading towards becoming the highest-grossing Indian film of 2025 at the domestic as well as the worldwide box office. The film's run has been nothing short of unbelievable, with records being shattered daily. Have a look at every major box office record Dhurandhar has created (as of December 15) - (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) - Biggest opening weekend for Ranveer Singh with 103 crores net. - Biggest seventh day for an A-rated film in Hindi with 27 crores net. - Biggest opening week for Ranveer Singh with 207.25 crores net. - Biggest eigth day for any film in Hindi with 32.50 crores net. - Biggest ningth day for any film in Hindi with 53 crores net. - Biggest tenth day for any film in Hindi with 58 crores net. - Biggest second weekend for any film in Hindi with 143.50 crores net. - Biggest second Friday for any film in Hindi - Biggest second Saturday for any film in Hindi (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) - Biggest second Sunday for any film in Hindi - Biggest second Monday for any film in Hindi - Biggest second Tuesday for any film in Hindi with 30 crore net. - Biggest second Wednesday for any film in Hindi with 25.50 crore net. - Biggest second Thursday for any film in Hindi with 23.25 crore net. - Biggest third Firday for any film in Hindi with 22.50 crore net. - Biggest third Saturday for ahy film in Hindi with 34.25 crore net. - Biggest eleventh day for an A-rated film in Hindi - Highest-grossing film for Ranveer Singh with 588 crores gross worldwide in 11 days. - Highest-grossing film for director Aditya Dhar - Highest-grossing A-rated Indian film of 2025 - Only film (with 100+ crores opening weekend) to score a jump in the second weekend. - Biggest second week ever in Hindi - Only film to score 200+ crore net in second week in Hindi - Fastest Bollywood film to enter 500 crore net in Hindi (16 days) - Fastest A-rated film to enter 500 crore net in Hindi (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) - Second biggest opening day for an A-rated film in Hindi with 28 crores net, behind Animal's 54.75 crores net. - Second biggest second day for an A-rated film in Hindi with 32 crores net, behind Animal's 58.35 crores - Second biggest third day for an A-rated film in Hindi with 43 crores net, behind Animal's 63.50 crores net - Second biggest fourth day for an A-rated film in Hindi with 23.25 crores net, behind Animal's 40 crores net. - Second biggest fifth day for an A-rated film in Hindi with 27 crores net, behind Animal's 34 crores net. - Second biggest sixth day for an A-rated film in Hindi with 27 crores net, behind Animal's 27.80 crores net. Stay tuned...

Dhurandhar Box Office Day 11 (Early Estimates): Ranveer Singh-fronted Delivers Another Record
177 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar Box Office Day 11 (Early Estimates): Ranveer Singh-fronted Delivers Another Record

Mumbai, December 15 - Dhurandhar is wreaking havoc at the box office as it continues its unstoppable run on the second Monday. The Ranveer Singh-fronted film has been on a record-breaking spree, and today is no different, as the film has scored the biggest ever second Monday in Hindi. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dhurandhar is looking to outnumber its opening day collection of 28 crores net on its second Monday as early estimates suggest 29-31 crores net. These are astonishing numbers for a film in its second week, and that too on the working days, which underscores the insanity of its box office run. The spy actioner has comfortably beaten the biggest second Monday record of Pushpa 2 - The Rule, which minted 20.50 crores net last year. In fact, Dhurandhar is trending ahead of each of the first Monday to Thursday collections. This was somehow expected, given the capacity issues it faced during the second weekend and the growing demand is now translating into big numbers during weekdays, which points to the long run. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) After the second Monday collection, Dhurandhar's total collection stands at around 380 crores net, and it will already be crossing the 400 crores mark by tomorrow itself. Given the massive demand, the makers have opted for regular prices on the second Tuesday in a row. Stay tuned...

Avatar Fire and Ash Box Office (Advance Booking): Sci-Fi Epic Heads To Open Lower Than Avatar Way of Water In India
177 days ago
Hollywood

Avatar Fire and Ash Box Office (Advance Booking): Sci-Fi Epic Heads To Open Lower Than Avatar Way of Water In India

Mumbai, December 15 - James Cameron's sci-fi epic Avatar: Fire & Ash is heading to take a good start at the Indian box office, but is likely to fall short of the opening of its predecessor, Avatar: Way of Water. The second instalment opened to nearly 50 crores gross in 2022, which is the second biggest opening for a Hollywood film in India. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Avatar 3 advances opened 10 days ago in India in IMAX before the regular bookings kicked off a couple of days ago. As of Monday afternoon, the film's pre-sales are trailing behind 60% of The Way of Water for the opening day, with 4 days to go for release. This is, however, better than any other Hollywood release this year. If the current momentum continues till the release day, then Fire & Ash is likely to open in the range of 30-35 crores gross in India. There is Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar, which is running riot at the box office, likely to make a dent in Fire & Ash's biz, particularly in North India. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The immense popularity of the Avatar franchise is expected to bring in a big crowd, but unlike Way of Water, the upcoming film is up against a box office juggernaut called Dhurandhar, which will pose a big challenge. As the film nears its release on December 19, word of mouth will be key for its longevity at the box office. In the film, a year after settling in with the Metkayina clan, Jake and Neytiri's family grapples with grief after Neteyam's death. They encounter a new, aggressive Na'vi tribe, the Mangkwan clan, also called the Ash People, led by the fiery tribe leader, Varang, who has allied with Jake's enemy, Quaritch, as the conflict on Pandora escalates to devastating consequences. Stay tuned...