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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Prabhas, SS Rajamouli's Baahubali: The Epic Becomes Biggest Telugu Re-Release Grosser: Scores Huge First Day Worldwide
222 days ago
Tollywood

Prabhas, SS Rajamouli's Baahubali: The Epic Becomes Biggest Telugu Re-Release Grosser: Scores Huge First Day Worldwide

Hyderabad, November 1 - Director SS Rajamouli's Baahubali: The Epic, a one-cut version combining his path-breaking Baahubali duology, has shattered records to become the biggest-ever Telugu re-release blockbuster. The epic action drama has enjoyed a full-fledged re-release — not just across India but also in key international markets — marking another milestone for the franchise. Starring Prabhas in the titular role, Baahubali: The Epic had its grand premiere on October 30, grossing approximately 5.25 crore worldwide. Notably, re-released Telugu films rarely have premiere shows, making this record-setting feat even more remarkable. What's more impressive is that the premiere earnings of the film alone surpassed the opening day collection of several major Telugu films released this year, which proves the undeniable legacy of Baahubali films. Following its historic premiere, the film recorded a massive opening day globally, with double-digit collections across India. As per early estimates, Baahubali: The Epic grossed around 12.50 crore on its opening day domestically (including 1.35 crore from premieres), while its overseas collections are around 6–7 crore, taking its worldwide total to an extraordinary 19–20 crore. A tale of destiny, betrayal, love, and power - once told in two grand chapters, now reborn as one monumental experience.🔥Relive the entire legend in #BaahubaliTheEpic - from Tomorrow#BaahubaliTheEpicOn31stOct pic.twitter.com/AZXFzLQxjZ— Baahubali (@BaahubaliMovie) October 30, 2025 With these figures, the film has become the highest-grossing Telugu re-release title and the second-highest-grossing South Indian re-release film of all time, behind only Thalapathy Vijay's Ghilli, which grossed over 30 crores worldwide. The previous biggest Telugu re-release grosser was Mahesh Babu's Khaleja (11 crores). Let alone the re-release, the opening day collection of Baahubali: The Epic would even make the most of the original release envious. It is, however, worth noting that Telugu films normally don't have a proper re-release; instead, they are more like a celebratory re-release. But even with that, Baahubali is miles ahead of them. The 3-hour and 45-minute-long cut will most likely become the highest-grossing Indian re-release grosser by tomorrow or the next day, beating Sanam Teri Kasam, which grossed around 40 crores earlier this year. Baahubali: The Epic, however, will be eying much more as a genuine interest, for it can be seen among the audience even after 10 years. Stay tuned...

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The King Returns: Shah Rukh Khan To Unveil King on November 2 With A Short Glimpse
222 days ago
Bollywood

The King Returns: Shah Rukh Khan To Unveil King on November 2 With A Short Glimpse

Mumbai, October 31 - Director Siddharth Anand reunited with superstar Shah Rukh Khan for gangster action thriller King, after delivering a massive blockbuster Pathaan in 2023. As the fans await the film, Siddharth's latest social media posts have sent them into a frenzy. On Thursday (October 9), the blockbuster director took to social media and posted a cryptic message. The simple yet intriguing - "Tick. Tock. Tick. Tock." - had sparked excitement among the fans as they assumed that the official announcement of the film with the first look teaser was around the corner. Ahead of SRK's birthday on November 2nd, Anand has back with his cryptic posts on X, and by now, the fans are almost sure that he has been setting the stage for a big reveal. According to the report by Bollywood Hungama, the birthday of King Khan is indeed going to be special with the official announcement of the highly-awaited blockbuster. @iamsrk Hahaha. Sir... ‘Remember’ - Good things take time. ‘There is’ - work still going on for the Title Reveal of our film. #KING— Siddharth Anand (@justSidAnand) October 30, 2025 The report states that apart from the title, the makers also plan to release a short glimpse of Shah Rukh Khan from King. The makers are confident that it would be something to watch out for and further enhance the buzz for the film. The production of King is expected to be wrapped by mid-2026, as the makers are eying to release the film by the end of 2026 or early 2027. Produced by Red Chillies Entertainment and Marflix Production, King also stars Deepika Padukone, Suhana Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Arshad Warsi, Jaideep Ahlawat, Rani Mukherji, Anil Kapur, and Abhay Varma, among others, in key roles. Stay tuned...

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Prabhas vs Ranbir Kapoor: Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love and War Officially Postponed; To Lock Horns With Fauji/Fauzi On Independence Day 2026
222 days ago
Bollywood

Prabhas vs Ranbir Kapoor: Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love and War Officially Postponed; To Lock Horns With Fauji/Fauzi On Independence Day 2026

Mumbai, October 31 - Director Sanjay Leela Bhansali's highly-awaited period romantic action drama film Love & War, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal, has officially been postponed from Eid 2026 release, averting a clash with Yash-fronted Toxic, which is slated to hit the big screens on March 20. According to the report by Variety, Love and War will be released on the big screen on one of India's most coveted national public holiday frames, Independence Day 2026. It will debut on August 14, possibly setting up with a big box office clash with the Pan India biggie Fauzi, starring Prabhas. Though not yet official, Fauzi, directed by Sita Ramam fame Hanu Raghavapudi, is eyeing the same holiday frame for worldwide release. If true, it will be one of the biggest box office clashes as Fauzi will release in multiple languages, including Hindi. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Fauzi (@fauzithemovie) Independence Day has historically been one of the most lucrative holiday slots for Hindi cinema, which has yielded massive results at the box office. Shraddha Kapoor's Stree 2 and Sunny Deol's Gadar 2 were released during this period in 2024 and 2023, respectively, and turned into massive box office juggernauts. Love and War marks the first film for the lead trio together, and first for Vicky Kaushal with Sanjay Leela Bhansali. Most of the shooting of the film has been completed, but a major chunk of the filming is left, which is one of the main reasons it has been postponed. Touted as an epic saga of passion, pride, and conflict, Love & War marks Sanjay Leel Bhansali's first-ever Indian Independence Day release. It promises the filmmaker's signature blend of scale and emotion, combining opulent visuals with deeply felt storytelling. Stay tuned...

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Superstar Salman Khan To Headline Maharshi Director Vamshi Paidipally's Family Action Drama?
222 days ago
Bollywood

Superstar Salman Khan To Headline Maharshi Director Vamshi Paidipally's Family Action Drama?

Mumbai, October 31 - Bollywood superstar Salman Khan seems to be increasingly looking toward South Indian filmmakers to shape his next big project. After collaborating with director AR Murugadoss for the actioner Sikandar, the actor is now reportedly joining hands with Vamshi Paidipally for a family action drama. According to a report by Telugu360, Paidipally — known for helming blockbusters like Maharshi and Varisu — is set to direct Salman Khan in this upcoming film, which will be produced by Dil Raju. The superstar has reportedly given his formal nod to the project, with filming expected to begin sometime next year. It is said that Dil Raju paid some amount to Salman in the past for a possible collaboration. The actor will share the profits instead of taking a big remuneration, to which the producer has agreed. The official announcement will be made once things are finalised on paper, as per the report. Also read - Dhanush and Kriti Sanon's Tere Ishk Mein To Release Without Trailer? Dil Raju, who is keen on expanding his footprint in the Hindi film industry, has multiple projects lined up. He is also reportedly planning a Hindi remake of his recent Telugu blockbuster Sankranthiki Vastunnam, with Akshay Kumar being considered for the lead role. Previously, the producer backed the Hindi versions of Jersey and HIT. Meanwhile, Salman Khan is currently shooting for Apoorva Lakhia's war drama Battle of Galwan, which is scheduled to release in the first half of 2026. Stay tuned...

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Varun Dhawan, Mrunal Thakur, and Pooja Hegde's Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai Gets A New Release Date
222 days ago
Bollywood

Varun Dhawan, Mrunal Thakur, and Pooja Hegde's Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai Gets A New Release Date

Mumbai, October 31 - Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan reunited with his director father David Dhawan for a romantic comedy Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, co-starring Mrunal Thakur and Pooja Hegde. The film marks the fourth collaboration between father-son, who have worked earlier in Main Tera Hero (2014), Judwaa 2 (2017) and Coolie No. 1 (2020). On Friday (October 31), the makers announced the release date. Produced by Tips Films Pvt. Ltd, the much-awaited romantic comedy will be hitting worldwide cinemas on June 5, 2026. Earlier, the film was supposed to hit the big screens on April 10, 2026. The announcement was made through a simple social media post, with a caption, "Drama bhi hona hai, comedy bhi — kyunki jab'Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai' in cinemas on 5th June 2026". HJTIHN also features Mouni Roy, Chunky Panday, Maniesh Paul, Jimmy Shergill, Rakesh Bedi, and Ali Asgar in pivotal roles. Drama bhi hona hai, comedy bhi — kyunki jab'Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai' in cinemas on 5th June 2026 🎬✨#DavidDhawan @RameshTaurani #Maximilian@Varun_dvn @hegdepooja @manishpaul03 @jimmysheirgill@ChunkyThePanday @Roymouni @kingaliasgar @Rajesh_rosesh pic.twitter.com/7rXmnppyEk— Mrunal Thakur (@mrunal0801) October 31, 2025 Meanwhile, Varun Dhawan was last seen in Maddock Films' Thamma, in which he reprised his Bhediya role for an electrifying cameo, alongside Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna in the lead. The actor's last full-fledged release was Dharma Productions' Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, which underperformed at the box office. Mrunal, on the other hand, was last featured alongside Ajay Devgn in the comedy-entertainer, Son of Sardaar 2, while Pooja played the female lead in Suriya's actioner, Retro, which was released earlier this year in May. Stay tuned...

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Prabhas' Baahubali: The Epic Storms To 5+ Crore Premiere Gross Worldwide
223 days ago
Tollywood

Prabhas' Baahubali: The Epic Storms To 5+ Crore Premiere Gross Worldwide

Hyderabad, October 31 - Director SS Rajamouli's epic one-cut re-release of his path-breaking blockbuster Baahubali duology - Baahubali: The Epic has started with a bang at the worldwide box office after record-breaking premiere gross. Starring Prabhas in the title role, the 3-hour and 45-minute-long blockbuster had a limited premiere in India on October 30 and a full-fledged premiere in North America. The film grossed approximately 1.25-1.50 crores in its domestic premiere. In North America, the film is looking to gross around 3.75 crores, making it 5-5.25+ crores gross worldwide premiere. The Indian re-release titles historically don't have a premiere, so it is a new record for Baahubali: The Epic, and is likely to remain so. Also read - Can Prabhas' Baahubali: The Epic Make Baahubali 2 To Reclaim Indian Box Office Crown? The combined version of Baahubali: The Beginning and Baahubali: The Conclusion is likely to become the biggest Telugu re-release grosser after the first day itself (including premiere). If the momentum persists, it could become the biggest Indian re-release blockbuster in the first weekend itself, which needs to be seen. Currently, Harshvardhan Rane's romantic drama, Sanam Teri Kasam, is the top Indian grosser in its repeat run. The film stunned everyone earlier this year and went on to gross around 40 crores in its re-release run, followed by Tumbbad, which minted an excellent 37.50 crores gross. Stay tuned...

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The Endgame Begins: Stranger Things 5 Trailer Promises an Epic and Emotional Finale (Watch)
223 days ago
Digital Media

The Endgame Begins: Stranger Things 5 Trailer Promises an Epic and Emotional Finale (Watch)

Mumbai, October 30 - Netflix drops the trailer of the highly-awaited final sci-fi horror thriller show Stranger Things 5, ahead of its premiere on November 26. The finale of the blockbuster series will be released in three volumes, with the first four episodes dropping on November 26, followed by the next three on December 25 and the final episode on December 31. The final season brings back Eleven (Millie Bobby Brown) and her friends as they battle Vecna one last time. The trailer promises high-octane moments as Elven and friends promise to find Vecna to end this suffering for once and all, while he is planning to end this world. English trailer Created by the Duffer Brothers, the show stars Winona Ryder, David Harbour, Millie Bobby Brown, Finn Wolfhard, Gaten Matarazzo, Caleb McLaughlin, Noah Schnapp, Sadie Sink, Natalia Dyer, Charlie Heaton, Joe Keery, Maya Hawke, Priah Ferguson, Brett Gelman, Jamie Campbell Bower, Cara Buono, Amybeth McNulty, Nell Fisher, Jake Connelly, Alex Breaux, and Linda Hamilton. Hindi trailer Tamil trailer Stay tuned...

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Producers Break Silence On Yash's Toxic Postponement Rumours
223 days ago
Sandalwood

Producers Break Silence On Yash's Toxic Postponement Rumours

Bengaluru, October 30 - The makers of Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups, starring Kannada superstar Yash, have reacted to the widespread rumours surrounding the film's delay. There have been rumours that the film was postponed due to production delays and other issues. The producers have officially denied all reports suggesting a postponement, confirming that the much-awaited action thriller will release worldwide on March 19, 2026, as originally scheduled, according to renowned critic and trade analyst Taran Adarsh. The producers clarified that post-production work has already begun, even as Yash continues to shoot for Ramayana in Mumbai. The KGF star, who has been balancing both projects, will soon wrap up the final portions of Toxic. Once the filming is complete, the production house plans to begin full-fledged promotions in January 2026. STOP THE RUMOURS... YASH'S NEXT FILM 'TOXIC' IS *NOT* DELAYED OR POSTPONED – 19 MARCH 2026 RELEASE CONFIRMED… Spoke to the producers – #Toxic is firmly on track for its [Thursday] 19 March 2026 release, perfectly timed for the festive weekend of #Ugadi, #GudiPadwa, and #Eid.… pic.twitter.com/bG1YsvdrQY— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) October 30, 2025 Directed by Geetu Mohandas, Toxic is described as a dark, stylised action-drama with a strong emotional core. Produced by KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, the film marks a major collaboration between Yash and the acclaimed filmmaker, known for her distinctive storytelling style. The film is being shot simultaneously in English and Kannada, making it one of the most ambitious pan-Indian projects in recent times. The movie will also be dubbed in multiple Indian and international languages, including Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam, to ensure a wide global reach. Over the last few weeks, several reports claimed that Toxic was facing production hurdles, with talk of creative differences and delays leading to speculation about an indefinite postponement. However, the latest clarification from the producers has firmly put those rumours to rest. The team maintains that everything is progressing smoothly and that the film is right on track for its summer 2026 release. Stay tuned...

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Can Prabhas' Baahubali: The Epic Make Baahubali 2 To Reclaim Indian Box Office Crown?
224 days ago
Tollywood

Can Prabhas' Baahubali: The Epic Make Baahubali 2 To Reclaim Indian Box Office Crown?

Hyderabad, October 30 - Maverick filmmaker SS Rajamouli and Pan India superstar Prabhas' action drama Baahubali: The Conclusion ruled the Indian box office for nearly eight years as the country's highest-grossing film, before that reign came to an end when Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2: The Rule took over the top position following its phenomenal success in December last year. There is currently a difference of around 50 crores between the two films in favour of Pushpa 2. But the tables may yet turn with the upcoming re-release of the Baahubali duology, now presented as Baahubali: The Epic. This special cut will bring together both films — Baahubali: The Beginning and Baahubali: The Conclusion — into a single, nearly 3-hour-45-minute cinematic experience. The advance booking of Baahubali: The Epic is robust, better than all the films which have been re-released at the Indian box office so far. To earn over 50 crores gross for the film shouldn't be a big ask, but it has to double it up to make Baahubali 2 reclaim its top spot. Baahubali: The Epic poses a unique case for box office accounting, as it includes both parts in one continuous feature, so the total earnings of its can't be attributed to just Baahubali 2. Since this is a one-of-a-kind case, what can be done is to split the collection of Baahubali: The Epic in half and add to both parts. If done so, the re-release will need to gross over 100 crores at the Indian box office to bridge the 50+ crores gap between Baahubali 2 and Pushpa 2. For the record, no film has ever grossed more than 50 crores in its re-release run at the Indian box office, so it needs to be seen how Baahubali: The Epic fares, even though it is certain to become the biggest Indian re-release grosser of all time. Whether it can also help Baahubali 2 reclaim its long-held crown remains to be seen, but one thing is certain — this epic is about to make history again. Stay tuned...

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Prashath Varma Locks Bhoomi Shetty As The Main Lead of His Next PVCU Film, Mahakali
224 days ago
Tollywood

Prashath Varma Locks Bhoomi Shetty As The Main Lead of His Next PVCU Film, Mahakali

Hyderabad, October 30 - After the massive success of Teja Sajja-fronted HanuMan (2024), filmmaker Prasanth Varma is all set to expand his ambitious Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe (PVCU) with another epic titled Mahakali, which is the second film in PVCU. After unveiling the first look poster of Akshaye Khanna recently, the filmmaker has now confirmed the main lead of the film. Bhoomi Shetty, who caught the attention with her recent works in Kingdom and Sharathulu Varthisthai, has been locked to play the leading role. The makers unveiled a powerful first-look poster of the young actress that has instantly created buzz across social media. The poster features Bhoomi Shetty in a fierce and divine avatar, marking her debut as the lead face of this new cinematic chapter. The striking image captures Bhoomi as the embodiment of raw power and divinity — her intense gaze, adorned with traditional ornaments and vibrant symbolism, reflects the ferocity and spiritual essence of Goddess Mahakali. The poster's dark tone, intricate details, and symbolic use of colours align perfectly with Prasanth Varma's unique visual storytelling style that blends mythology with modern cinematic flair. Produced by Riwaz Ramesh Duggal under RK Duggal Studios, Mahakali is created by Prasanth Varma and directed by Puja Aparna Kolluru (debut), with the story said to explore the feminine energy of destruction and rebirth. The film promises to delve deep into the PVCU, connecting further to the universe that began with HanuMan. The film has already completed over 50% of its shoot and is presently being filmed on a grand set specially constructed in Hyderabad. With Bhoomi Shetty taking on such a powerful and demanding role, Mahakali is shaping up to be another visually stunning addition to the PVCU. Stay tuned...

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OTT Watchlist Expands with Kantara and Other Big Releases This Week Oct 27 to Nov 2
224 days ago
OTT

OTT Watchlist Expands with Kantara and Other Big Releases This Week Oct 27 to Nov 2

Bengaluru, October 27 - The exhibitors of Karnataka finally had a moment of joy this year with Rishab Shetty-fronted Kantara Chapter 1 doing excellent business and bringing people to theatres in big numbers. They were hoping for more to come, but their happiness has been cut short by a disappointing and questionable move by the makers. Despite the film continuing its very good run and showing remarkable stability across regions, the team has decided to drop it on the OTT platform much sooner than expected. At a time when almost every South Indian film is dropping on OTT after just four weeks of its theatrical release, Kantara Chapter 1 had the perfect chance to break the trend. The Rishab Shetty directorial was still performing excellently at the box office, showing no signs of slowing down even in its fourth weekend. With a strong hold and exceptional word of mouth, the film was well on its way to extending its glorious run and setting new benchmarks for long theatrical sustainability in the post-pandemic era. In its fourth weekend alone, the film grossed over 30 crores domestically, with nearly half of that coming from the Kannada version. These are solid numbers for a film that opened to massive numbers in its initial week, proving its continued dominance and audience connection. A longer exclusive theatrical run could have easily pushed the film's lifetime total significantly higher, adding many more crores to its already stellar tally. However, the makers have now officially confirmed the film's OTT release. The period folk actioner will drop on Amazon Prime Video on October 31st in Kannada, Telugu, Malayalam, and Tamil versions, four weeks after its release. This decision comes across as both disappointing and questionable, especially considering the film's ongoing momentum at the ticket windows. In opting for an early digital release, the team may have left considerable box office potential untapped, undermining what could have been an even more historic run. Beyond the numbers, this move also affects exhibitors, particularly in Karnataka, where Kantara Chapter 1 has been a saviour amid a dull theatrical year. A longer theatrical run would have benefited both the film's legacy and the local theatre chains, reinforcing the power of strong content to sustain on the big screen. Instead, this shortened window feels like a missed opportunity for both the industry and the film's makers, and more importantly, for the theatre ecosystem, which has been struggling this year in Karnataka. Stay tuned...

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Baahubali: The Epic Tops 10 Crore Advance Booking Worldwide; Sets Up Big Release In Overseas Markets
224 days ago
Tollywood

Baahubali: The Epic Tops 10 Crore Advance Booking Worldwide; Sets Up Big Release In Overseas Markets

Hyderabad, October 29 - Director SS Rajamouli's action drama Baahubali: The Epic, which is a nearly 4-hour one cut version of his Baahubali duology, is roaring in the advance booking ahead of its 31st October release. The bookings are better than many of the mid-budget films, let alone the re-release title. Starring Prabhas in the title role alongside Rana Daggubati, Anushka Shetty, Sathyaraj and Tamannah Bhatia, the film has topped 10 crores advance booking gross collection for the opening day, including premieres. In India, the bookings have crossed 5 crores, while overseas pre-sales are nearing the 5 crore mark, driven by North America. The pre-sales of Baahubali - The Epic are already higher than the lifetime collection of Indian re-release titles. It is certain to become the biggest Indian re-release grosser of all time, and will probably become the first film to cross the 100 crore mark. Meanwhile, the makers have locked a wide release of the film in international markets. In the USA, the film will be released in over 400 theatres, followed by 210 in the UK & Ireland, over 150 in the UAE & GCC, 144 in Australia and New Zealand, and over 100 theatres in Southeast Asia. Overall, the movie will be released in over 1150 theatres across overseas markets, which is easily the biggest for an Indian re-release movie. Produced by Arka Media Works, Baahubali: The Epic has been censored with U/A with an approved theatrical runtime of 3 hours and 45 minutes. The first half, which contains scenes from Baahubali: The Beginning, is nearly 1 hour and 42 minutes, while the second half (Baahubali: The Conclusion) is about 2 hours and 3 minutes. Stay tuned...

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