BY CHRISTA LINCY

This week is turning out to be a treat for Bollywood fans with back-to-back grand trailer launches. While the industry is currently buzzing with the jungle-themed launch of Welcome To The Jungle, the makers of Dhamaal 4 are ready to take things to a whole new level of adventure. In an exclusive report by Bollywood Hungama, it has been revealed that the trailer for Dhamaal 4 will be unveiled tomorrow, June 12, at the popular Imagicaa amusement park near Mumbai. The Dhamaal franchise has always been about madness and over-the-top comedy, and the team wants the trailer launch to reflect that exact energy. According to sources, the event is designed to be much more than a traditional press conference. Media persons attending the event will be treated to an immersive, adventure-led experience that mirrors the treasure-hunt narrative of the upcoming film. It is clear that director Indra Kumar and the producers want to create a massive talking point right from the start. The biggest highlight of this grand event will be the poster reveal. The makers have planned to unveil a massive 60-ft poster that will cascade down a grand waterfall at the park. This spectacular reveal will happen in the presence of the entire star cast, making it a visually stunning moment. By choosing an amusement park as the venue, the makers are signaling that Dhamaal 4 is going to be a pure family entertainer filled with thrills and spills. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dhamaal 4 brings back the iconic core cast that fans have loved for years. The film features Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, Sanjay Mishra, and Jaaved Jaaferi. This group has a unique comic timing that has made the previous installments major hits at the box office. Adding more flavor to the mix, the ensemble also includes Esha Gupta, Sanjeeda Shaikh, Anjali Anand, Upendra Limaye, Vijay Patkar, and Ravi Kishan. With such a diverse cast, the madness is expected to be multifold. The franchise has a strong track record, with the previous film, Total Dhamaal, being a huge success in 2019. Fans have been waiting to see the original gang back on a treasure hunt, and the buzz for the fourth part is already sky-high. Dhamaal 4 is presented by Gulshan Kumar and T-Series in association with Devgn Films. It is produced by a heavyweight team including Bhushan Kumar, Ajay Devgn, Kumar Mangat Pathak, and Indra Kumar himself. With the trailer dropping tomorrow, the countdown for this laughter riot has officially begun.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, June 11 - The Dhurandhar duology continues to dominate audiences even after its record-breaking theatrical run. Nearly a week after its highly anticipated OTT debut, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has emerged as the most-watched title on JioHotstar in India this week. The blockbuster sequel has been drawing massive viewership since its digital premiere, further cementing its status as one of the biggest Indian films of all time. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Released on JioHotstar on June 4, while it is still playing in theatres, Dhurandhar 2 quickly became the number one movie on the platform this week, and continues to rank at the top since its digital debut. The Ranveer Singh-led blockbuster had already rewritten box office history by becoming the second highest-grossing Indian film of all-time worldwide. Meanwhile, the first Dhurandhar is trending at number 4 on JioHotstar, creating a rare double among the most-watched titles. The overwhelming response has helped the sequel maintain its grip on the top spot while also driving viewers back to the original film, which has re-entered the platform's most-watched titles list. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The success of both films on streaming reflects the cultural impact of both films. While many viewers are revisiting the original Dhurandhar to relive the journey, others are experiencing the saga for the first time after hearing about the sequel's phenomenal box office run and OTT reception. The renewed interest has created a rare scenario where both instalments are trending simultaneously on one of India's largest streaming platforms. Earlier, both films scripted box office history by grossing over 1300 crores and 1800 crores worldwide, simultaneously, and also becoming the first Indian film series to gross over 3000 crores globally. With Dhurandhar 2 occupying the No. 1 position and Dhurandhar sitting at No. 4 on JioHotstar's India charts, the spy actioner has once again proven its staying power. From shattering box office records to dominating streaming rankings, Aditya Dhar and Ranveer Singh's blockbuster series continues to set new benchmarks for Hindi cinema.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

Ram Charan's Peddi continues to add significant milestones to its box office journey. While the film may not have fully lived up to the sky-high expectations associated with a project of this scale, its actual performance remains impressive. The latest achievement comes from overseas, where the film has officially crossed the coveted $5 million mark in less than a week of release. Crossing $5 million overseas is no small feat for a Telugu film. Despite the expansion of international markets over the years, only a handful of Tollywood releases have managed to enter this elite club. With Peddi joining the list, Ram Charan has secured yet another notable overseas success, reinforcing his strong pull among international audiences.The timing of the milestone makes it even more noteworthy. The film achieved the feat before completing its extended opening week, a sign that demand remained strong throughout its initial run. Overseas collections currently stand at approximately ₹48.80 crore gross, with several key markets continuing to contribute steadily. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) At the domestic box office, Peddi remained stable during the weekdays. On Day 7, the film collected ₹7.55 crore net from 7,535 shows across India. While this represented a 22.2% drop from Day 6's ₹9.70 crore net, such declines are fairly common after the opening weekend, especially for major star-driven releases. The collection pushed the film's India net total to ₹187.25 crore, while the India gross reached ₹222.53 crore. Combining domestic and overseas earnings, the worldwide gross has now climbed to ₹271.33 crore. As the film enters Day 8 and completes its extended first week, attention is naturally turning toward the next set of milestones that could be achieved during the second weekend.>Beyond collections, ticket sales data also highlights the film's sustained audience interest. On its first Wednesday alone, Peddi sold around 84,600 tickets on BookMyShow, while national chains contributed another 11,820 admissions. Combined sales across the major ticketing platforms crossed 96,000 tickets for the day, an impressive figure for a film already deep into its first week. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The BookMyShow ranking offers further context. With approximately 85,000 tickets sold on its first Wednesday, Peddi secured one of the strongest midweek performances among recent Telugu releases. The film trails only a select group of major blockbusters such as Pushpa 2, Kalki 2898 AD, Devara, Salaar, HanuMan, and OG. It has already outperformed several other high-profile releases in the same metric, suggesting that audience engagement remains healthy. Baahubali: The Beginning | Kicked off the modern era of Telugu cinema's overseas dominance. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion | Remains the benchmark for Tollywood's global box office success. Bharat Ane Nenu | One of the early post-Baahubali films to establish a strong overseas footprint. Rangasthalam | Crossed $5.14M overseas, proving content-driven rural dramas could travel globally. Saaho | Benefited from a massive multi-language international release. Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo | Set a new benchmark for family entertainers in overseas markets. RRR | Became a worldwide phenomenon, especially in North America and Japan. Adipurush | Crossed $5.5M overseas despite mixed reception. Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire | Reinforced Prabhas' massive overseas market. HanuMan | The surprise blockbuster that finished with nearly $6.8M overseas. Kalki 2898 AD | Emerged as one of the biggest overseas grossers in Telugu cinema history. Devara: Part 1 | Demonstrated Jr. NTR's standalone overseas pulling power. Pushpa 2: The Rule | Shattered multiple international box office records. They Call Him OG | Crossed $5M in North America alone and finished above $7M overseas. Peddi | Entered the prestigious $5M overseas club before completing its extended opening week. With the extended opening week coming to an end today, the film has already established a strong foundation. Whether it can convert this momentum into a powerful second weekend remains to be seen, but crossing $5 million overseas and ₹271 crore worldwide within the first week ensures that Peddi remains firmly among the year's biggest box office performers.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

Peddi generated strong pre-release buzz thanks to Ram Charan's star power . Since its release, the actor's performance has received widespread appreciation and remains one of the key talking points among audiences. Although the film is not living up to the massive expectations that accompanied a project of this scale, it is still reaching significant milestones and setting new benchmarks in several areas. On its seventh day, which was a Wednesday, the film managed to earn a net collection of 7.55 Cr across India. This represents a 22.2% drop compared to Tuesday’s net of 9.70 Cr. While mid-week dips are a standard occurrence, the film is maintaining a steady presence with 7,535 shows currently running across the country. This brings the total India net collection to a respectable 187.25 Cr so far. On Day 7, Peddi recorded an India gross of 8.89 Cr. If we look at the state-wise breakdown, the Andhra Pradesh and Telangana markets remain the heart of the movie's success, contributing 6.50 Cr gross for the day. Karnataka followed with 0.60 Cr, while Tamil Nadu and Kerala added 0.25 Cr and 0.05 Cr respectively. The Rest of India markets contributed another 1.49 Cr, pushing the total India gross to 222.53 Cr. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The language-wise performance shows that the Telugu version is doing most of the heavy lifting, bringing in 6.10 Cr net on Wednesday with an overall occupancy of 24.0%. Interestingly, Vizag-Visakhapatnam recorded a very high occupancy of nearly 40%, while Hyderabad remained steady at 20.5% across 640 shows. The Hindi version also showed some grit by adding 1.25 Cr net, while the Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam versions saw smaller contributions during the mid-week period. In the national theater chains, the film saw a consistent turnout for a working Wednesday. Looking at the figures for PVR, INOX, and Cinepolis, these chains collectively grossed 33 Lakhs. To be more specific, PVR brought in 15 Lakhs, INOX added 12 Lakhs, and Cinepolis contributed 6 Lakhs. It is clear that while the mass-market single screens are driving the volume, the urban multiplex audience is still providing a reliable secondary stream of revenue. Digital booking trends are another indicator of the movie's reach. On BookMyShow, Peddi recorded 84.86K ticket sales on Wednesday alone, which is a very healthy number for a seventh day. This has helped the film cross a massive milestone on the platform, with total tickets sold now exceeding 31 Lakhs since its release. On the global front, the film added 0.80 Cr (Early estimates) from overseas markets on Day 7, taking its international gross to 48.80 Cr. When you combine the domestic and international numbers, Peddi has hit a worldwide gross total of 271.33 Cr. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) As the extended first week draws to a close, it is fascinating to see where Peddi stands among the all-time greats of Telugu cinema. While it has some way to climb to reach the very top, it has already secured its place among the notable global earners of Tollywood. Here is a look at the top Telugu movies based on their worldwide gross collections: Baahubali 2: The Conclusion - 1788.06 Cr Pushpa 2: The Rule - 1742.10 Cr RRR - 1230.00 Cr Kalki 2898 AD - 1042.25 Cr Baahubali: The Beginning - 650.00 Cr Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire - 617.75 Cr Saaho - 451.00 Cr Devara: Part 1 - 428.00 Cr Adipurush - 393.00 Cr Pushpa: The Rise - 350.10 Cr Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu - 301.49 Cr Hanuman - 295.29 Cr They Call Him OG - 295.22 Cr Peddi - 271.33 Cr Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo- 269.35 Cr With its first week coming to an end today, the film has already crossed several significant milestones. If it maintains this momentum, the ₹300 Cr mark is well within reach, and the current trend suggests it could continue climbing higher on the list.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, June 11 - The Hindi film industry is entering what could be its most important theatrical phase of 2026. In less than 30 days, Bollywood will see the release of five major films with significant commercial expectations. Beginning with Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata on June 12 and concluding with Dhamaal 4 on July 10, the industry will be hoping for a sustained run of box-office successes to strengthen the theatrical business during the summer season. The crucial release window kicks off with Kangana Ranaut's patriotic drama Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata on June 12, which is based on the true events of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, focusing on the staff at Cama Hospital who risked their lives to save over 400 patients. It is Kangana's first release since Emergency in January 2025. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) BBV is followed by one of the year's most anticipated romantic dramas, Cocktail 2, on June 19. The sequel, led by Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna, has generated considerable buzz among moviegoers and currently sits among the most-awaited Hindi films of the year. A week later, superstar Akshay Kumar-led comedy entertainer Welcome To The Jungle arrives on June 26, carrying the responsibility of reviving one of Bollywood's most popular comedy franchises. The momentum continues with Yash Raj Films' ambitious spy action thriller Alpha on July 3. Headlined by Alia Bhatt, Sharvari Wagh, and Bobby Deol, the film marks the first female-led instalment in the YRF Spy Universe and is expected to be one of the biggest Hindi releases of 2026. The film's teaser has already sparked significant discussion online, making it one of the most closely watched projects of the year. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Major Bollywood Releases In Next Four Weeks (June 12 - July 10) S. No. Movie Release Date 1 Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata June 12 2 Main Vaapas Aaunga June 12 3 Governor June 12 4 Cocktail 2 June 19 5 Welcome 3 June 26 6 Alpha July 3 7 Dhamaal 4 July 10 The one-month stretch concludes with Dhamaal 4 on July 10. Featuring Ajay Devgn and an ensemble cast, the comedy sequel is expected to attract family audiences and capitalise on the franchise's strong popularity. The decision to position the film for a solo release has further increased expectations surrounding its box office prospects. For Bollywood, the significance of this release corridor extends beyond the fate of individual films. The industry has often relied on a cluster of successful releases to create positive momentum at the box office. With a patriotic drama, a romantic sequel, franchise-based comedy spectacles, and a spy action thriller arriving in consecutive weeks, the next month could play a defining role in shaping the narrative of Bollywood's theatrical business for the remainder of 2026.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, June 10 - Indian Marvel fans have a reason to celebrate as Tom Holland-led Spider-Man: Brand New Day is set to arrive in cinemas a day early from its release in the United States. The upcoming superhero spectacle is among the most anticipated Hollywood films of 2026 and marks the beginning of a new chapter in Peter Parker's journey following the events of Spider-Man: No Way Home. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) On Wednesday, Marvel and Sony Pictures confirmed that the film will release in Indian cinemas on July 30, 2026, after release getting advanced by a day. The early rollout follows the long-standing practice of major Hollywood tentpoles debuting a day earlier in India, allowing fans to experience the latest Marvel adventure before many international markets. Spider-Man: Brand New Day sees Tom Holland reprise his role as Peter Parker after the dramatic conclusion of No Way Home, where the entire world forgot his identity. Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, the film is expected to explore Peter's life as he navigates a fresh start while facing a dangerous new threat. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Brand New Day, which is the fourth Spidey movie led by Holland, has generated considerable excitement, with fans eager to see how Marvel Studios and Sony Pictures continue the story of one of cinema's most beloved superheroes. With anticipation already building across the globe, Spider-Man: Brand New Day is expected to emerge as one of the biggest box office events of 2026. Also starring Zendaya, Sadie Sink, Jacob Batalon, and Jon Bernthal, among others, the film's early release in India is likely to further amplify excitement among Marvel enthusiasts, who will get the chance to witness Tom Holland swing back onto the big screen before audiences in several other territories.