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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Rajinikanth's Padayappa Re-Release First Weekend Collection
177 days ago
Kollywood

Rajinikanth's Padayappa Re-Release First Weekend Collection

Chennai, December 15 - On the occasion of superstar Rajinikanth's 75th birthday, his iconic blockbuster Padayappa was re-released in cinemas and scored an excellent opening weekend at the worldwide box office. It was Tamil cinema's highest-grossing film the it was originally released in 1999. The action drama had a fantastic start with approximately 4 crore gross worldwide on its opening day. Normally, re-release films, especially South Indian films, don't perform after day 1, but Padayappa proved to be different by scoring on par with its opening day collection. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The film maintained its consistency on Sunday as well, and closed out the opening weekend with around 11 crores worldwide. In India, Padayappa has grossed in the range of 9.50-10 crores, including 8.25 crores in Tamil Nadu. These are very good numbers for a re-release title. Padayappa is a landmark Tamil film, directed by K. S. Ravikumar, produced by Arunachala Cine Creations, with music composed by A. R. Rahman. It was the penultimate release of legendary Sivaji Ganesan. The film is celebrated for its powerful storytelling, iconic performances, and memorable soundtrack. Stay tuned...

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SS Rajamouli, Mahesh Babu's Varanasi Post-Theatrical OTT Deal Being Finalised With Netflix
177 days ago
Tollywood

SS Rajamouli, Mahesh Babu's Varanasi Post-Theatrical OTT Deal Being Finalised With Netflix

Hyderabad, December 15 - Exactly a month ago, director SS Rajamouli officially unveiled the world of his next film Varanasi during a grand event in Hyderabad. Starring Mahesh Babu alongside Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran, will hit the big screen in the summer of 2027 around the world in multiple languages. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) With still over a year left before the release, there is a lot of word pending regarding Varansi, but the trade is already buzzing with the endless possibilities the movie can bring to the table. Amid the immense theatrical potential, the film's digital rights are already being negotiated. According to the latest Telugu media reports, Netflix is showing keen interest in acquiring post-theatrical streaming rights of Varanasi. While there is no confirmed update regarding the deal, the buzz suggests that the makers are quoting 25% higher price than Pushpa 2 - The Rule, which was sold for around 275 crores as the biggest OTT deal for an Indian film. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Regardless of what the final deal will be, Varanasi is expected to fetch the record price. The streamer had a massive success with Rajamouli's RRR, which was trending on Netflix for months after its premiere. Unlike RRR, for which Netflix acquired only the Hindi version, the streamer is expected to lock the deal for Varanasi for all versions. Stay tuned...

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Upcoming Films of Ranveer Singh Post Dhurandhar's Mega Success
177 days ago
Bollywood

Upcoming Films of Ranveer Singh Post Dhurandhar's Mega Success

Mumbai, December 15 - Ranveer Singh has entered the big league of Bollywood stars with Dhurandhar, which has turned the tide for him in a big way. The actor has been seeking big success for a long time, and his moment finally came when Aditya Dhar's directorial hit the big screen a week ago amid a thunderous response. Dhurandhar has stunned the trade with its extraordinary performance, already grossing over 500 crores worldwide in just 10 days. The spy actioner has become a cultural phenomenon. It is hard to predict where the film will end, but the current trajectory suggests it will become the highest-grossing Indian film of the year, beating Kantara Chapter 1's 850+ crore gross. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) With Dhurandhar delivering the much-needed big success for Ranveer, the question now is what is next for the actor? Well, there is Dhurandhar Part 2, which is already shot and will hit the big screens on March 19, 2026. The buzz for this is sky high, and the trade is already anticipating it to become one of the biggest blockbusters of 2026, which promises to be the best year for Indian cinema ever. Dhurandhar 2 emerged as an unexpected entry in Ranveer's line, as it was originally planned as a one-part film before the makers split it into two parts due to its long runtime. Apart from the spy actioner, Ranveer got a wild ride ahead in the next couple of years, and it will begin with Farhan Akhtar's Don 3. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) It has been quite a time since the reboot of the iconic franchise was announced, with Ranveer coming on board to play the titular character, replacing superstar Shah Rukh Khan. There were doubts about whether Simmba star could pull this iconic Don character off, but the mega success of Dhurandhar has blown away all those doubts and has made Don 3 one of the most anticipated upcoming films. The shoot of Don 3 is expected to kick off in January 2026, for grand worldwide release in late 2026 or 2027. After this, Ranveer will step into another uncharted territory of the Zombie world. While the official announcement of the film is yet to be made, reliable reports have confirmed that the actor is teaming up with director Jai Mehta for a Zombie film, titled Pralay. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Zombie thriller is one of the genres which has been explored much in Indian cinema, and Ranveer Singh is expected to bring his own signature energy in this. It is said that the film revolves around a man trying to protect his family as Mumbai turns into a zombie wasteland. It is expected to be a VFX-heavy and undoubtedly one of the most exciting ones to watch out for. Currently, Ranveer has these aforementioned three films in his pipeline. But according to a recent report, the actor has also discussed a mythological film with Aditya Dhar, which is likely to be their next collaboration after Dhurandhar 2. However, there are not many details available yet regarding this biggie, but it is certain to happen soon. Stay tuned...

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Dhurandhar Box Office: Ranveer Singh-Starrer Creates History With Biggest Second Weekend, Beats Pushpa 2
178 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar Box Office: Ranveer Singh-Starrer Creates History With Biggest Second Weekend, Beats Pushpa 2

Mumbai, December 14 - Ranveer Singh-fronted Dhurandhar continues its extraordinary run at the box office, rewriting record books with a sensational second weekend. The spy action thriller, after scoring the biggest second Friday and Saturday, has now delivered the biggest second Sunday ever in Hindi, surpassing the previously benchmark set by Pushpa 2: The Rule. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) After opening its second weekend on a historic note, Dhurandhar sustained its momentum and delivered a massive second Sunday, collecting 58-60 crore net as per early estimates. With this, the film comfortably beat Pushpa 2's second Sunday figure of 54 crore net, sealing its dominance across the second weekend frame. The record-breaking run of the film has delivered the biggest second weekend ever in Hindi. The film's performance over the three days has been nothing short of phenomenal. Dhurandhar has clocked a staggering 140+ crore net second weekend, pushing Pushpa 2 to second place, which had earlier held the record with 127 crore net in its second weekend. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) After ten days, Dhurandhar's total net collection now stands at approximately 350 crore, placing it among the fastest films to reach this milestone in Hindi cinema. The sustained growth indicates exceptional audience acceptance, strong word of mouth, and repeat value, factors that are rarely seen at this scale in the second week. As the film enters the weekdays following its historic second weekend, Dhurandhar is now eyeing even bigger milestones in the days ahead. With records tumbling at every step, the Ranveer Singh starrer has firmly cemented its place as a modern-day box office juggernaut. Stay tuned...

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Dhurandhar Box Office (Worldwide): Aditya Dhar's Spy Actioner Storms To 525+ Crore After Sensational Second Weekend
178 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar Box Office (Worldwide): Aditya Dhar's Spy Actioner Storms To 525+ Crore After Sensational Second Weekend

Mumbai, December 14 - Director Aditya Dhar's spy actioner Dhurandhar has surpassed 500 crores at the worldwide box office, becoming the third Bollywood film after Saiyaara and Chhaava, and fifth Indian film, including Kantara Chapter 1 and Coolie, of 2025 to achieve the feat. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The Ranveer Singh-fronted blockbuster entered the 500 crores club in 10 days, after the sensational second weekend, in which the movie grossed over 200 crores worldwide. The total domestic gross of the movie stands at around 420 crores, while the overseas collection is 120 crores, for 540+ crores worldwide cume in 10 days. Even though the film had an excellent first week, the second weekend particularly proved to be a record-shattering one in which it swept daily records for Hindi films on all three days - from record second Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and of course, the second weekend, beating Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2 on every front. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The overseas box office performance of Dhurandhar has surprisingly been excellent, driven by North America, where it has grossed over 70 crores in 10 days so far. Given the current trend, which is growing with each passing day, Dhurandhar may finish the year as the biggest Indian overseas as well as the worldwide grosser. Dhurandhar, which faced capacity issues during the second weekend, is now in a position to break more daily records in the coming days. The advances for the second Monday are excellent, looking at another massive day at the domestic box office. Stay tuned...

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Zootopia 2 Box Office: Disney Animation Sequel Storms Past $1 Billion Worldwide
179 days ago
Hollywood

Zootopia 2 Box Office: Disney Animation Sequel Storms Past $1 Billion Worldwide

Los Angeles, December 13 - Walt Disney Animation Studios' Zootopia 2 has officially crossed $1 billion at the worldwide box office, becoming only the third movie of 2025 to do so after the fellow studio's live-action animated blockbuster Lilo & Stitch and Chinese mega animated hit Ne Zha 2. The sequel to 2016's buddy cop comedy, Zootopia, zoomed past the $1 billion mark at the worldwide box office on Friday after just 17 days in release. With this, it has become the fastest PG-rated film ever to unlock the milestone, beating all previous Hollywood films. It is also the 5th Disney movie to cross $1 billion mark in the last 18 months. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) While the official third Friday collection is yet to be released, Zootopia 2 grossed $986.10 million, including $232.7 million domestically and $753.4 million overseas through Thursday. It also marks the first back-to-back billion-dollar blockbuster for Walt Disney Animation Studios, following last year's Moana 2. "This milestone means the world to us, because more than anything, it means audiences are coming to theaters for a shared experience of watching this movie on the big screen, everyone together, from all walks of life around the world, and that is a Zootopia dream come true", Jared Bush, chief creative officer at Walt Disney Animation Studios, said in a statement (as per THR). (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) A large share of Zootopia 2's overall global collection comes from China, where the movie has a rare mega success for Hollywood in recent times. It has already grossed over $430 million in China, the second-highest for a Hollywood title after Avengers: Endgame ($630 million). Zootopia 2 hit theatres on November 26, ahead of Thanksgiving, and became a box-office juggernaut, of course, with the help of the Chinese market. It opened to $158 million in North America and $559 million globally over the five-day holiday weekend, which was the biggest ever opening for an animated movie worldwide and 4th biggest overall. Stay tuned...

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Tere Ishk Mein Box Office: Becomes Dhanush's Highest-Grossing Film, Beating Raayan
179 days ago
Bollywood

Tere Ishk Mein Box Office: Becomes Dhanush's Highest-Grossing Film, Beating Raayan

Mumbai, December 14 - Tamil star Dhanush has achieved a major milestone as his Bollywood film Tere Ishk Mein has become his highest-grosser, surpassing the lifetime box office performance of Raayan (154 crores) in 16 days. Directed by Anand L Rai, Tere Ishk Mein commenced the third weekend with decent hold on Friday, followed by a jump on Saturday to collect approximately 2 crores gross (1.65 crore net) domestically. Heading to the 3rd Sunday, the film minted 155 crores worldwide, including 132.50 crores in India in 16 days. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) After the solid opening week, Tere Ishk Mein encountered Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar, which has stolen all the limelight with a sensational box office performance. The Dhurandhar wave affected TIK badly as the latter witnessed a harsh 70% drop in the second week to score around 25+ crores net (30 crores gross). However, it wasn't all doom and gloom for TIK as it still managed to weather the Dhurandhar storm, due to the strong word of mouth. While the film did witness a sharp drop in its second week due to the arrival and dominance of Dhurandhar, its early gains proved decisive and ultimately took the film past the 150 crore mark at the end of week two. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) While the full potential of Tere Ishk Mein may have been cut short by Dhurandhar, it proved to be a remarkable success for Dhanush. TIK has delivered Dhanush his biggest success in the Hindi belt, expanding his box office footprint beyond his traditional strongholds in the South, particularly the Tamil market. Stay tuned...

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Akshaye Khanna To Reunite With Akshay Kumar in Bhagam Bhag Sequel?
179 days ago
Bollywood

Akshaye Khanna To Reunite With Akshay Kumar in Bhagam Bhag Sequel?

Mumbai, December 13 - The much-anticipated sequel to Bhagam Bhag is back in the spotlight, with latest reports suggesting that talk of the town Akshaye Khanna Kumar is set to join superstar Akshay Kumar. Nearly two decades after the original film became a cult favourite, Bhagam Bhag 2 is said to be taking shape, and the potential casting has already sparked excitement among fans. According to the latest reports, Akshaye Khanna has been locked to star alongside Kumar and Meenakshi Chaudhary, who reportedly plays the female lead in this comedy sequel. While the official announcement of the movie and casting is yet to be made, the film would mark a notable reunion for the two actors, who were last seen in Tees Maar Khan (2010). (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Khanna has been the talk of the town this year for his portrayal of antagonist Aurangzeb in Chhaava, which released in February, and in the latest spy action thriller, Dhurandhar Part 1, in which he has played the role of gangster Rehman Dakait. As per reports, Bhagam Bhag 2 will be directed by Dream Girl director Raaj Shandilya, who is known for blending humour with engaging storytelling. The film is currently in the pre-production stage and is expected to go on floors in February next year, with a release planned for the end of 2026. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The possibility of Akshay Kumar and Akshaye Khanna coming together has already generated strong interest, raising expectations for another laugh-out-loud entertainer. Fans will have to wait for a formal confirmation, but the buzz around Bhagam Bhag 2 suggests that the sequel is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about comedy projects ahead. Stay tuned...

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Dhurandhar Box Office Day 9 (Early Trends): Ranveer Singh-Starrer Hits The Ball Out of The Park To Score Biggest Second Saturday
179 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar Box Office Day 9 (Early Trends): Ranveer Singh-Starrer Hits The Ball Out of The Park To Score Biggest Second Saturday

Mumbai, December 13 - Ranveer Singh's spy actioner Dhurandhar has hit the ball out of the park to score the biggest and potentially the first 50 crores net second Saturday at the domestic box office. The previous biggest second Saturday belonged to Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2, which minted 46 crores net last year. Dhurandhar started the second Saturday on a blockbuster note with morning occupancy clocking close to 50%, and it maintained the pace throughout the day. The average occupancy of the day will be around 65%-70%, jumping by 55% from Friday, which puts the film on course to score 52-54+ crores. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The film has entered the territory where capacity issues are arising in many centres, which is going to same on Sunday as well. But capacity issues during weekends normally translate into a strong hold in weekdays, which has been the case with Dhurandhar so far and is expected to remain in the coming days. Dhurandhar has been locked to score the biggest second weekend, which is heading for 135+ crores net, which will take its total collection to 342+ crores net in 10 days. With strong weekdays expected, the movie will be around the 400 crores mark at the end of the second week, which is sensational. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) For Dhurandhar, virtually there is no competition this week, but next week brings James Cameron's Avatar: Fire & Ash, followed by Kartik Aaryan's TMMTMTTM during Christmas, which will take away some screens. However, with exceptional word of mouth, Dhurandhar is expected to make the most of the Christmas and New Year holiday period despite the competition. Stay tuned...

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Dhurandhar Box Office: Ranveer Singh-starrer Beats Baahubali 2 To Score Biggest Second Friday In North America For An Indian Film
179 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar Box Office: Ranveer Singh-starrer Beats Baahubali 2 To Score Biggest Second Friday In North America For An Indian Film

Los Angeles, December 13 - Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar is a box office volcano, which is destroying records with each passing day. The spy action thriller, after recording the biggest second Friday domestically, has created history at the North American box office by surpassing the long-standing second-Friday record held by Baahubali 2 - The Conclusion. The SS Rajamouli epic had collected $828K on its second Friday in the North America market back in 2017, a benchmark that remained untouched for years. Dhurandhar has now gone a step ahead, posting a near-$900K second-Friday gross, registering the biggest second Friday ever for an Indian film in the market. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The achievement highlights the film's extraordinary word of mouth and hold in its second week, a phase where most releases usually witness a significant dip. Backed by strong word-of-mouth, repeat footfalls, and solid audience response among the diaspora, Dhurandhar has continued to pull in excellent numbers well beyond its opening week. Thanks to this sensational performance, Dhurandhar's total North America gross has surged to an excellent $5.30+ million in 8 days. With the current pace and strong weekend traction, Dhurandhar is now heading towards the $10 million milestone, a feat accomplished by only a select few Indian films in the market. Worldwide, the film is nearing 400 crores after the second Friday. Stay tuned...

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Dhurandhar Box Office: Ranveer Singh-Starrer Sets Box Office On Fire With Biggest Second Friday Collection
180 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar Box Office: Ranveer Singh-Starrer Sets Box Office On Fire With Biggest Second Friday Collection

Mumbai, December 12 - Bollywood star Ranveer Singh-fronted Dhurandhar is eyeing history as it continues its phenomenal box office run into the second weekend. After an excellent first week, Aditya Dhar's directorial has taken a giant leap and is now delivering the biggest second Friday ever at the Hindi box office, as per early estimates. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The spy action thriller began its second Friday on a good note but witnessed massive growth as the day progressed, with evening and night occupancies turning sensational across major circuits. According to early trends, the film is set to collect 31-33 crores net, surpassing Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2, which earned 27 crores on its second Friday. Dhurandhar has grown from strength to strength in the first week, maintaining a sensational hold and consistency during the working days. The film recorded no drop from Monday to Thursday, laying a strong platform for a thunderous second weekend. Its total domestic net collection stands at 238+ crores through the second Friday. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Advance bookings for Saturday and Sunday are excellent, though the scale of the jump will determine whether the film can secure the biggest second weekend of all time. As of now, it is pacing towards a massive 120+ crores net second weekend, not too far behind Pushpa 2's 127 crore record. Dhurandhar faces virtually no competition this week — and even if there were any, it wouldn't have mattered much with the kind of phenomena it has turned into. Next week brings James Cameron's Avatar: Fire & Ash, followed by Kartik Aaryan's TMMTMTTM during Christmas, which will take away some screens. However, with exceptional word of mouth, Dhurandhar is expected to make the most of the Christmas and New Year holiday period despite the competition. Stay tuned...

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Dhurandhar vs Chhaava: First Week Worldwide Box Office Comparison of Ranveer Singh and Vicky Kaushal-starrers
180 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar vs Chhaava: First Week Worldwide Box Office Comparison of Ranveer Singh and Vicky Kaushal-starrers

Mumbai, December 12 - Bollywood star Ranveer Singh's spy action thriller Dhurandhar has had a dream debut at the box office as the film concluded its first week with excellent collections. The film delivered a record opening for a Ranveer Singh-starrer and put the actor in the elite list of actors with mammoth first-week collection. Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhuradhar's first week collection is almost identical to Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava, which was released in February this year. Despite being different in genres, both films stormed the box office, despite some of the so-called critics lashing out at them for their premises. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) India Box Office: Chhaava Holds the Upper Hand At the domestic box office, the historical action drama Chhaava had a stronger first-week gross with 262.50 crore, surpassing Dhurandhar's 248 crore in its debut week. Released much earlier in the year, Chhaava displayed exceptional reach across India, especially in Maharashtra and mass belts, where its historical drama theme resonated deeply with audiences. It sold approximately 1 crore tickets in the first week, which is the highest of the year. Chhaava's emotional storytelling and strong cultural connect helped it achieve a powerful opening stretch. Dhurandhar, meanwhile, delivered an explosive December start, performing exceptionally well in North India and urban centres. Its high-octane spy-action backdrop, sleek visuals, and powerful performances pulled in strong footfalls across multiplex chains, generating approximately 90 lakh footfalls. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Worldwide Box Office: Dhurandhar Leads Globally While Chhaava dominated the domestic market, Dhurandhar emerged stronger on the worldwide stage with superb overseas performance. With around 320 crore worldwide gross, Dhurandhar edges past Chhaava's 307.50 crore first-week number. Its action-heavy narrative and huge scale helped it secure superior traction in markets such as North America, the UK, and Australia. Chhaava and Dhurandhar may not have competed directly at the box office, but their first-week numbers place them among the most successful Indian releases of 2025. While Chhaava ruled the domestic market, Dhurandhar took a commanding lead overseas, making both films major box office success stories in their own right. Category Dhurandhar Chhaava India Gross ₹248.75 crore ₹262.50 crore Overseas Gross ₹70.50 crore ₹45.00 crore Worldwide Gross ₹319.25 crore ₹307.50 crore Footfalls (Domestic) 91 lakh 1.02 crore

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