Akshay Kumar Opens Up On Box Office Failure and His Fees Structure

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Mumbai, July 13 - The Indian box office enjoyed another strong weekend as films from Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, and Hollywood attracted audiences across the country. Ajay Devgn's Dhamaal 4 emerged as the undisputed winner of the July 10–12 weekend, posting a solid opening and comfortably finishing ahead of the competition. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The Indra Kumar-directed Dhamaal 4 topped the weekend chart with an estimated 78 crore gross at the Indian box office, driven by excellent occupancy and significant growth over Saturday and Sunday. The comedy entertainer has reaffirmed the box office strength of franchise films and family entertainers. Akhil Akkineni's Telugu action drama Lenin brings the actor back in the success form after back-to-back box office duds, and secured the second spot in the weekend chart, delivering a solid opening in the Telugu market and establishing itself as one of the biggest regional launches of the month. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Hollywood's Evil Dead Burn claimed the third position, extending its impressive theatrical run after recording the biggest opening for a horror film in India this year. Tamil release Idhayam Murali followed in fourth place, registering a respectable opening despite facing competition from multiple high-profile releases across languages. Meanwhile, Tamil movie Gatta Kusthi 2 scored a super second weekend, grossing around 9.50 crores despite new releases. It remained the number 1 Tamil movie of the weekend. The combined total of the top 5 movies of the July 10-12 weekend was around 142 crores gross at the Indian box office, which is about 42% more than the last weekend. In fact, this was the biggest weekend since June 5-7 (160 crores) (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Top 5 Box Office Weekend Grossers (July 10-12) S. No. Movie Weekend India GBOC Total India GBOC 1 Dhamaal 4 ₹ 78.00 Cr ₹ 78.00 Cr 2 Lenin ₹ 29.25 Cr ₹ 29.25 Cr 3 Evil Dead Burn ₹ 15.00 Cr ₹ 15.00 Cr 4 Idhayam Murali ₹ 9.85 Cr ₹ 9.85 Cr 5 Gatta Kusthi 2 ₹ 9.50 Cr ₹ 34.85 Cr Note: Gross collection*

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There is a lot of conversation happening in the trade circles regarding Salman Khan's ambitious project, Maatrubhumi. Originally announced as Battle of Galwan, the film has been one of the most talked-about movies in the superstar's upcoming lineup. However, according to a recent report by Bollywood Hungama, there is a strong possibility that the film's release might be pushed to 2027. While the makers were initially aiming for a release this year, certain technical and diplomatic hurdles seem to be slowing down the progress. The core reason behind this potential delay involves the subject matter of the film. Maatrubhumi is based on the 2020 border conflict between India and China. Given that diplomatic relations between the two countries have seen recent improvements, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) reportedly has some reservations regarding the specific mention of China and certain aspects of the content. In India, any film depicting the armed forces requires a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the MoD, and it appears the team is currently working through these discussions to ensure the film is presented appropriately. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) A trade source mentioned that even if these issues are resolved quickly, finding a suitable release window in the current year is becoming a challenge. Most major holiday slots are already occupied by other big-budget films. Interestingly, the source highlighted Salman Khan's unique ethics when it comes to box office clashes. Unlike many others in the industry, Salman is known to be very fair and avoids clashing with other films unnecessarily. If he ever decides to take up a date already claimed by another producer, he makes it a point to inform them personally beforehand. This professional courtesy is one reason why the makers are being extra cautious with the scheduling. Industry insiders believe that if a 2026 release is still pursued, the Dussehra period around October 20 could be a viable option. It offers an extended five-day weekend, and with other major films like Ramayana potentially moving to late October, there could be a clear window. Currently, Rajkummar Rao's Raftaar and the Emraan Hashmi-Genelia Deshmukh starrer Gunmaaster G9 are eyeing the mid-October slot, but no official confirmation has locked them in yet. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) If the clearance issues persist, Maatrubhumi will officially move to 2027. This shift would actually result in a massive year for Salman Khan fans, as the superstar is already working on an untitled actioner directed by Vamshi Paidipally. That film, which features Nayanthara as the female lead, is also targeted for a 2027 release. Having two Salman Khan films in a single calendar year is a rare event and would certainly create a massive buzz at the box office. For now, Maatrubhumi remains a highly anticipated project because it brings Salman Khan into a gritty, real-life inspired military drama. Directed by Karan Butani and produced under the Salman Khan Films (SKF) banner, the movie is expected to showcase the actor in a very different light compared to his usual commercial entertainers. While the wait might get a little longer, the scale and the sensitivity of the subject suggest that the makers are taking the right steps to ensure the film reaches the audience in its best possible form.

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Ranveer Singh is currently riding high on the massive success of his recent hits, and it looks like his next venture is going to be even more ambitious. According to an exclusive report by Variety India, the actor is all set to begin filming for his next project, titled Pralay, starting as early as next month. This film is generating a lot of curiosity as it marks Ranveer's first foray into the zombie thriller genre. However, the production schedule has been carefully planned because the actor is also preparing for a significant milestone in his personal life. The report suggests that Ranveer will shoot for Pralay until Diwali, after which he plans to take a well-deserved paternity break. Ranveer and Deepika Padukone, who are already parents to their daughter Dua, announced their second pregnancy earlier this year. With Deepika currently in her third trimester, Ranveer is ensuring he is present for his family during this special time. Consequently, the first schedule of the film will conclude by Diwali, and the production will resume for the second schedule only in 2027. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Pralay is being mounted on a grand scale with an estimated budget of ₹300 Crore, making it one of the most expensive standalone films in Bollywood. The project is being directed by Jai Mehta, known for his work on the acclaimed series Scam 1992. The film is a collaboration between Hansal Mehta's True Story Films LLP and Ranveer's own production house, Ma Kasam Films. Interestingly, Hansal Mehta recently cleared the air regarding the script, clarifying that Pralay is a completely original story written by Jai Mehta and Vishal Kapoor, debunking rumors that it was an adaptation of the novel Blindness. The plot of the film is set in a decaying, post-apocalyptic, and dystopian version of Mumbai following a viral pandemic outbreak. The story revolves around a married couple fighting for survival in this harsh new world. Joining Ranveer in this survival thriller is South Indian actress Kalyani Priyadarshan, who is officially locked to make her much-anticipated Bollywood debut as the female lead. There is also a lot of buzz about a secondary female lead whose character is expected to be deeply tied to the emotional backstory of Ranveer's character. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) While Ranveer is busy with Pralay, Deepika Padukone has an equally packed slate. She recently finished a schedule for the film King, where she reunites with her Jawan co-star Shah Rukh Khan. Additionally, she is part of the ambitious sci-fi action film Raaka, which is being directed by Atlee and stars Allu Arjun. Despite their busy professional lives, the couple has managed to keep their family journey private, sharing only a few glimpses of their life with daughter Dua. Expectations are incredibly high for Pralay, especially coming after Ranveer's box office juggernauts like Dhurandhar and its sequel. By picking a fresh genre like a zombie apocalypse thriller and backing it with such a high budget, the makers are clearly aiming for a global impact. For fans, the wait for 2027 to see the full vision of the film might be long, but the initial glimpses starting next month are sure to keep the excitement alive.

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The latest entry in the YRF Spy Universe, Alpha, has concluded its second weekend with numbers that suggest an uphill battle for the big-budget project. Featuring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari in lead roles, the action-thriller has struggled to generate the kind of footfalls expected from a film of this scale. Although the movie officially crossed the 50 Crore net mark on its second Saturday, the collection remains significantly low when compared to the reported production cost of 100 to 130 Crore. With the trend remaining stagnant even on Sunday, the film is clearly underperforming and faces a difficult road ahead. Looking at the India net collections, the second weekend started with a dip on Friday, which is expected for most releases. Day 8 brought in ₹1.65 Crore, representing a 34 percent drop from the previous day's earnings. However, the film bounced back on Saturday with a 36.4 percent growth, collecting ₹2.25 Crore and pushing the total net past the 50 Crore mark. Interestingly, Sunday collections held completely flat at ₹2.25 Crore despite running on slightly fewer shows. This brings the total India net collection to ₹53.60 Crore and the India gross to ₹63.91 Crore after ten days of its theatrical run. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Alpha - India Box Office Breakdown (2nd Weekend)DayGross CollectionNet CollectionShowsOccupancyDay 8 (2nd Friday)₹1.96 Cr₹1.65 Cr4,83112.9%Day 9 (2nd Saturday)₹2.70 Cr₹2.25 Cr2,88322.2%Day 10 (2nd Sunday)₹2.70 Cr₹2.25 Cr2,73327.9%Total 10 Days₹63.91 Cr₹53.60 Cr-- The ticket sales data on BookMyShow shows a modest increase during the weekend period. The film sold approximately 22,700 tickets on its second Friday, which rose to about 34,800 tickets on Saturday. Sunday saw a slight dip from the Saturday peak, with roughly 30,600 tickets booked. Overall, the film has managed to sell about 9.24 Lakh tickets on the platform so far. In the national multiplex chains including PVR, INOX, and Cinepolis, the cumulative sales for the second weekend reached over 25,000 tickets. Sunday was the strongest day for these chains, accounting for about 12,000 of those tickets across approximately 1,400 shows. This resulted in a Sunday gross of roughly ₹42 Lakh from these specific circuits. Within the national chains on Sunday, PVR contributed the most with about 6,100 tickets sold and a gross of ₹24 Lakh, while INOX and Cinepolis followed with approximately 4,000 and 1,900 tickets respectively. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Analyzing the occupancy for the second Sunday reveals a logical trend across the day. The morning shows for the Hindi 2D version started slow at 8.00 percent, but the numbers improved significantly as the day progressed. Afternoon shows recorded 32.23 percent occupancy, which peaked in the evening at 36.85 percent before concluding the night at 27.54 percent. The overall India occupancy for the tenth day stood at 27.85 percent. This follows a steady growth from Friday's 12.89 percent and Saturday's 22.18 percent overall occupancy. Regionally, the film saw its best engagement in markets like Pune and Ahmedabad on Sunday. Pune recorded an impressive 28.0 percent overall occupancy across 100 shows, with afternoon screenings hitting 41.0 percent. Ahmedabad followed with 24.5 percent occupancy over 154 shows. Other key regions like Bengaluru and Mumbai held steady at 24.0 percent and 22.0 percent occupancy respectively. The National Capital Region (NCR) ran the highest number of shows at 356, maintaining an overall occupancy of 21.8 percent. Surat also contributed with 16.3 percent occupancy across 106 shows. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The international market is also contributing to the film's steady climb. In North America, the film is finding an audience among the diaspora. According to data from Venky Box Office, Alpha earned 22,000 dollars (approximately ₹18 Lakh) on Friday and 24,000 dollars (approximately ₹20 Lakh) on Saturday. This brings its cumulative North American total to 880,000 dollars (approximately ₹7.30 Crore). Overall, the film collected approximately ₹2.95 Crore from overseas markets during the second weekend alone. The total overseas gross now stands at ₹25.50 Crore, pushing the worldwide gross collection to ₹89.41 Crore at the end of ten days. With just about ₹10 Crore more to go, the film is well on its way to hitting the ₹100 Crore worldwide gross mark by the end of its second week.

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Mumbai, July 13 - Comedy has firmly re-established itself as one of the most dependable genres at the Indian box office in 2026, particularly in Bollywood. After a string of successful theatrical outings, Bhooth Bangla, Welcome To The Jungle, and now Dhamaal 4 have delivered a hat-trick of successes, proving that audiences continue to embrace wholesome entertainers on the big screen. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The remarkable run also highlights the strong demand for family-friendly films that offer laughter and carefree, light-hearted entertainment. The winning streak began with Akshay Kumar's Bhooth Bangla in April, which emerged as a solid theatrical success, grossing over 270 crores worldwide and setting the tone for the genre's resurgence in the summer to come. Welcome To The Jungle carried the momentum forward in June, while Dhamaal 4 has now laid the foundation for another successful box office run with an excellent opening weekend. Together, the three films have reaffirmed that comedy remains a major crowd-puller when backed by entertaining content. The success of Welcome To The Jungle and Dhamaal 4 is particularly significant because the two films arrived just two weeks apart. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Conventional industry wisdom has often suggested that two big-budget comedies releasing in proximity would end up affecting each other's business. However, their performances have effectively debunked that belief. Instead of competing for the same audience, both films have found acceptance, demonstrating that moviegoers are willing to support multiple entertainers if each offers a satisfying theatrical experience. The trend sends a strong message to filmmakers and exhibitors alike - release dates alone do not determine a film's fate—content does. When a comedy connects with audiences through its humour, emotions, and family appeal, theatrical success follows regardless of nearby competition. The consecutive success of Bhooth Bangla, Welcome To The Jungle, and Dhamaal 4 has once again established that laughter remains one of the safest bets at the box office, provided the entertainment quotient is high enough to bring audiences into cinemas.

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Plans are reportedly in motion to bring Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana to Chinese theaters, signaling a significant attempt to re-enter the world's second-largest movie market. According to a recent report by Mid-day, director Nitesh Tiwari and producer Namit Malhotra are making significant moves to release and promote Ramayana: Part 1 in China. This is a huge development because the Chinese market has been largely closed off to Bollywood films since 2020. The choice of Nitesh Tiwari to lead this charge makes perfect sense. He is the man behind Dangal, which remains the most successful Indian film in China to date. That movie proved that Indian stories, when told with deep emotion and family values, have a massive fan base in the neighboring country. Now, with a story as culturally significant as the Ramayana, the makers are looking to tap into that potential once again on an even larger scale. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The promotional strategy seems to be quite elaborate. Sources suggest that the team is planning a four-day promotional tour featuring the lead trio: Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, and Sai Pallavi. The tentative plan includes a press event and a special screening at the Pingyao International Film Festival on September 24. Following this, they are looking to capitalize on China’s Golden Week, which starts on October 1, with a multi-city promotional run. This period is a major holiday season in China, making it the perfect time to grab the attention of the local audience. For context, Indian cinema had a golden run in China during the last decade. Films like Dangal and Secret Superstar became massive blockbusters there, often earning more in China than they did in India. Other films like Hindi Medium and even Thugs of Hindostan managed to find a place in Chinese theaters. However, geopolitical situations and the pandemic caused a long break. Ramayana is now being positioned as the film that could bridge that gap and bring Bollywood back to the global stage in a big way. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The scale of this project is unlike anything we have seen before. With a masive budget, the makers are leaving no stone unturned to ensure the VFX and production quality match international standards. Having Namit Malhotra's DNEG on board—a firm that has won multiple Oscars—already gives the film a global edge. By targeting the Chinese market, the producers are clearly aiming for a worldwide gross that could shatter many existing records. While the plans are still awaiting final approvals, the intent is clear. Ramayana is not just being treated as a domestic release, but as a global event film. If Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, and Sai Pallavi do head to China this September, it will mark the beginning of a new chapter for Indian cinema's international outreach. Fans are eagerly waiting to see how this ancient epic is presented to a modern, global audience.

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The Dhamaal franchise has returned to the big screen with its fourth installment, and the 2026 box office is feeling the heat. Directed by Indra Kumar and featuring the beloved ensemble of Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, and Javed Jaffrey, the film has successfully leveraged its brand value to draw massive crowds. The buzz translates directly into the numbers, as the movie has already crossed the significant ₹50 Crore net milestone within its opening weekend, finishing its first three days with a net collection of ₹65 Crore in India. One of the most impressive aspects of this run is the sheer volume of ticket sales on digital platforms. In the context of 2026 releases, Dhamaal 4 has secured the third position for the highest ticket sales on BookMyShow during an opening weekend. The film managed to sell approximately 1.25 million tickets, effectively moving ahead of other major comedy entertainers like Welcome to the Jungle and Bhooth Bangla. This highlights a strong interest from the general audience who have been waiting for a high-energy comedy to hit the screens. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Here is how the top films of 2026 rank based on their opening weekend ticket sales on BookMyShow: Dhurandhar 2: 8.26 Million | 4 Days Border 2: 2.59 Million Dhamaal 4: 1.25 Million Welcome To The Jungle: 1.19 Million Bhooth Bangla: 1.16 Million When looking specifically at the national multiplex chains including PVR, INOX, and Cinepolis, the film shows a slightly different but equally strong standing. In these premium circuits, Dhamaal 4 is currently the fourth-highest selling movie of 2026. While Bhooth Bangla maintains a stronger grip on the third spot in multiplexes with around 293,000 tickets, Dhamaal 4 is not far behind with approximately 236,000 tickets sold. It successfully remains ahead of Welcome to the Jungle in these chains as well, proving its appeal across both mass markets and urban centers. Here is the 2026 leaderboard for tickets sold specifically within National Multiplex Chains: (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dhurandhar 2: 2.75 Million Border 2: 535,000 Bhooth Bangla: 293,000 Dhamaal 4: 236,000 Welcome To The Jungle: 207,000 The global footprint of the film adds another layer to its success story. With a worldwide gross collection currently standing at ₹92 Crore, the movie is just ₹8 Crore shy of reaching the prestigious ₹100 Crore gross mark. Given the momentum from the weekend and the high volume of tickets already sold, it is expected to achieve this milestone within the first half of the weekdays. The steady growth seen from Friday to Sunday suggests that the film has been well-received by the target audience, making it one of the standout performers of the year so far. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) In conclusion, Dhamaal 4 has used its comedic heritage to dominate the 2026 charts. By surpassing its immediate competitors in ticket sales and maintaining a strong hold across diverse theater chains, the film is well on its way to a long and successful run. For the trade, the focus now shifts to how it sustains during the week, but the record-breaking start has already established it as a major winner for the season.

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The Dhamaal franchise has officially returned to the big screen with its fourth installment, and the opening weekend numbers suggest that the audience was more than ready for another round of laughter. Directed by Indra Kumar and featuring the signature comedic energy of the ensemble cast including Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, and Javed Jaffrey, the film has successfully leveraged its legacy to draw massive crowds. Dhamaal 4 has completed its first three days on a very strong note, showing a consistent growth trajectory that highlights its broad appeal across different age groups. By finding its rhythm so quickly on Saturday and Sunday, the movie has already cleared a significant hurdle, officially crossing the ₹50 Crore net milestone within its opening weekend itself. To understand the magnitude of this opening, we have to look back at how the previous films in this series performed. This franchise has grown significantly over the years, with each installment setting a higher bar than the last. Dhamaal 4 has now officially become the biggest opener in the history of this series, surpassing the record previously held by Total Dhamaal in 2019. Here is a comparison of the opening weekend net collections for each film in the franchise over the years: Dhamaal (2007): ₹7.08 Crore Double Dhamaal (2011): ₹21.75 Crore Total Dhamaal (2019): ₹62.40 Crore Dhamaal 4 (2026): ₹65.00 Crore (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Let's break down the India collections for the current film. The movie opened on Friday with a net collection of ₹14.00 Crore. While this was a solid start, the real momentum kicked in on Saturday. Day 2 saw a massive jump of 60.7 percent, bringing in ₹22.50 Crore. The upward trend continued on Sunday, which is typically the biggest day for family comedies. On its third day, the film collected ₹28.50 Crore, representing another 26.7 percent growth from Saturday. This steady climb pushed the total India net collection to the ₹65.00 Crore mark in just three days. Dhamaal 4 - India Box Office BreakdownDayGross CollectionNet CollectionShowsOccupancyDay 1 (Friday)₹16.80 Cr₹14.00 Cr10,66924.0%Day 2 (Saturday)₹27.00 Cr₹22.50 Cr10,95435.0%Day 3 (Sunday)₹34.20 Cr₹28.50 Cr11,48144.0%Total Weekend₹78.00 Cr₹65.00 Cr33,104- (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The ticket sales data provides even more context regarding the film's popularity. On the popular booking platform BookMyShow, the film sold a total of 12.53 Lakh tickets over the weekend. This includes 92,000 tickets from pre-sales, followed by 2.70 Lakh on Friday, 4.55 Lakh on Saturday, and 4.35 Lakh on Sunday. It is interesting to note that while Saturday had a slightly higher number of tickets booked via the app, the overall occupancy and collections were higher on Sunday due to better walk-in crowds at the counters. The performance in national chains, which includes PVR, INOX, and Cinepolis, was particularly impressive. For Sunday alone, Dhamaal 4 sold approximately 1.19 Lakh tickets across 3,700 shows in these major chains. This resulted in a gross collection of roughly ₹4.40 Crore from these venues. If we look at the weekend as a whole, over 2.36 Lakh tickets were sold at these national chains, showing that the movie found a lot of takers in urban centers and multiplexes. The overall occupancy in these chains stood at around 14.7 percent on Sunday, with PVR leading the pack at 17.6 percent occupancy. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) A closer look at the regional breakdown for Sunday reveals how the film performed across different major markets with varying show counts. In the National Capital Region (NCR), the movie ran across 1,041 shows with an overall occupancy of 45.0 percent, peaking at 65.0 percent during the evening slots. Mumbai recorded the highest engagement among major cities with a 55.5 percent overall occupancy across 868 shows, where evening screenings saw a massive 80.0 percent turnout. Ahmedabad followed closely with 55.0 percent occupancy over 718 shows, hitting a high of 78.0 percent in the evening. In other regions, Surat maintained a 43.8 percent occupancy across 388 shows, while Pune and Bengaluru saw steady numbers of 47.8 percent and 46.3 percent across 372 and 273 shows respectively. On a consolidated level for the Hindi 2D version, the day started with 22.31 percent occupancy in the morning and climbed to 56.31 percent in the afternoon, eventually reaching a peak of 71.62 percent in the evening before concluding the night at 47.62 percent, bringing the total Sunday occupancy to 49.46 percent. In the North American territory, the film is maintaining a steady pace and attracting the diaspora audience. Based on figures shared by Venky Box Office, the Saturday gross stood at 182,000 dollars (approximately ₹1.53 Crore). This brings the cumulative total in the region to 322,000 dollars (approximately ₹2.70 Crore), further strengthening the movie's overall performance in the international market during its first weekend. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The film is also making its mark globally with a strong performance across international markets. On its opening day, the movie collected ₹5.00 Crore overseas, bringing the first-day worldwide gross to ₹21.80 Crore. This momentum continued into Saturday, where it added another ₹5.00 Crore from international circuits, taking the two-day worldwide gross to ₹53.80 Crore. Based on early estimates for Sunday, the overseas market contributed approximately ₹4.00 Crore, pushing the total overseas gross to ₹14.00 Crore. When combined with the India gross of ₹78.00 Crore, the total worldwide gross collection stands at ₹92.00 Crore at the end of its first weekend. With the movie just ₹8 Crore shy of the ₹100 Crore milestone, it is well-positioned to cross that mark during the early part of the week.

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Mumbai, July 12 - Bollywood star Ajay Devgn's Dhamaal 4 is turning out to be a bona fide box office success with better-than-expected opening weekend collection. After taking a good opening at 14 crores net, the comedy entertainer witnessed a massive jump of over 60% on Saturday, and it is simply running riot on Sunday to close the weekend on a strong note. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by Indra Kumar, Dhamaal 4 has registered a phenomenal jump of around 25% on its first Sunday at the Indian box office. As per early estimates, the comedy entertainer has collected over 28 crore net on Day 3, following its impressive 22.50 crore net haul on Saturday. The film's opening weekend now stands at approximately 65 crore net, making it one of the biggest Bollywood opening weekends of 2026. After a solid opening on Friday, Dhamaal 4 witnessed excellent growth over the weekend, driven by strong family footfall and positive word-of-mouth. The film recorded excellent occupancy across multiplexes and single screens, with evening and night shows performing particularly well. The healthy day-on-day growth reflects the audience's acceptance of the film and the enduring popularity of the Dhamaal franchise. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The Sunday collection of Dhamaal 4 is the biggest single-day collection for a Bollywood movie of 2026, outside Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge. The strong weekend has also placed Dhamaal 4 among Ajay Devgn's biggest box office starters. More importantly, the film has built a solid foundation heading into the weekdays. If it manages to hold well on Monday and maintain steady collections through the first week, it will be on course for an impressive lifetime total at the domestic box office. Directed by Indra Kumar, Dhamaal 4 features Ajay Devgn alongside Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, Jaaved Jaaferi, Sanjay Mishra, Ravi Kishan and an ensemble cast. With excellent weekend momentum and encouraging audience response, the comedy entertainer has emerged as a clear box office winner and is expected to continue its successful run in the coming days.

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Mumbai, July 12 - Ajay Devgn's Dhamaal 4 has registered an impressive jump on its first Saturday, putting the comedy entertainer on course for a strong opening weekend at the Indian box office. After opening with around 14 crore net on Friday, the film witnessed excellent growth on Day 2, driven by family audiences and strong evening occupancy across multiplexes as well as mass centres. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The comedy entertainer witnessed a massive jump of around 60% on its first Saturday, collecting an estimated 22.50 crore net. The film's total stands at 36.50 crore net after two days. The strong Saturday performance has put Dhamaal 4 firmly on course for an opening weekend of 60 crore or more, with Sunday expected to be the biggest day of its run. The strong Saturday trend suggests that positive audience reception is translating into solid word of mouth. While the film opened below Total Dhamaal, the weekend trajectory has significantly improved its prospects, and a Sunday collection in the 25 crore range now looks achievable if the current momentum continues. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by Indra Kumar, Dhamaal 4 reunites Ajay Devgn with franchise regulars Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi and Jaaved Jaaferi. If the film crosses the 60 crore mark in its first weekend, it will reinforce the enduring popularity of the Dhamaal franchise and provide Bollywood with another successful comedy performer in 2026.

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Mumbai, July 12 - Diljit Dosanjh-starrer Satluj has reportedly been removed from ZEE5's international platform, days after the film was taken down in India. The latest development means the controversial film is currently unavailable for streaming on the platform across multiple territories, marking another twist in its troubled release journey. The film premiered on ZEE5 on July 3 and was initially available for audiences outside India. However, it was removed from the Indian platform on July 5, with ZEE5 stating that the title was "unavailable in India until further notice" due to ongoing developments. At the time, the film continued to stream internationally, allowing overseas viewers to access it. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) According to the latest reports, Satluj has now also been withdrawn from ZEE5's global catalogue. While the streaming platform has not issued an official statement explaining the international removal, the film is no longer accessible to subscribers in overseas markets either. The makers have also not commented on the development so far. Directed by Honey Trehan, Satluj is based on the life of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra and has been surrounded by controversy over the past few years. The film has faced delays and multiple hurdles before eventually making its digital debut. Its subsequent removal from both the Indian and international versions of ZEE5 has once again put the spotlight on the project and raised fresh questions about its future availability on streaming platforms.

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Mumbai, July 11 - Ajay Devgn has added another notable opening-day performer to his illustrious career with Dhamaal 4. The Indra Kumar-directed comedy opened to an estimated 14 crore net at the Indian box office, giving the actor yet another double-digit opener and securing a place among his top 10 biggest opening-day earners. The opening is a healthy result for a comedy franchise, especially without the benefit of a major holiday. Decent advance bookings, franchise value, and positive response from family audiences helped the film register a solid first-day total. The real test now lies in how well it capitalises on Saturday and Sunday, with trade expecting a significant jump if word of mouth remains favourable. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) With its Day 1 collection, Dhamaal 4 has comfortably entered Ajay Devgn's list of biggest openers. The actor's top opening-day performers continue to be led by Singham Again, Drishyam 2, Shaitaan, Total Dhamaal, and Golmaal Again, highlighting his consistent box-office pull across the action, thriller, and comedy genres. The encouraging start also reinforces the enduring popularity of the Dhamaal franchise. If the film records the expected weekend growth, it could emerge as one of Ajay Devgn's strongest comedy successes in recent years and provide another much-needed hit for Bollywood's theatrical business in 2026. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Ajay Devgn's Top 10 Biggest Opening Days (India Net) Rank Movie Day 1 Collection Year 1 Singham Again ₹43.50 Cr 2024 2 Singham Returns ₹32.10 Cr 2014 3 Golmaal Again ₹30.15 Cr 2017 4 Raid 2 ₹19.25 Cr 2025 5 Total Dhamaal ₹16.50 Cr 2019 6 Drishyam 2 ₹15.40 Cr 2022 7 Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior ₹15.00 Cr 2020 8 Shaitaan ₹14.75 Cr 2024 9 Dhamaal 4 ₹14.00 Cr 2026 10 Baadshaho ₹12.60 Cr 2017