BY CHRISTA LINCY

The Drishyam franchise, one of the most successful suspense thriller series in Indian cinema, is currently the talk of the town as it gears up for its third installment. While fans were recently treated to the official release date announcement, the film has now hit the headlines for a major casting shuffle. According to the latest industry reports,power house performer Jaideep Ahlawat has officially joined the cast of Drishyam 3 and will play a character that introduces a significant new twist to the investigative trail. While some speculated he might be replacing Akshaye Khanna (who played IG Tarun Ahlawat in Drishyam 2), sources suggest Jaideep's role is a fresh addition designed to raise the stakes for Vijay Salgaonkar.The Paatal Lok star is set to play a pivotal and extremely exciting role that is expected to bring a fresh layer of intensity to the cat and mouse chase between Vijay Salgaonkar and the authorities. Following his massive success in projects like Jaane Jaan and Dhurandhar, Jaideep Ahlawat's inclusion is being seen as a major boost to the project.Reports suggest that Jaideep will begin shooting for the film in January 2026.While details about his character remain under wraps, sources indicate that he will share significant screen space with Ajay Devgn and Tabu, marking their first-ever collaboration. Global Expansion of the Brand The Drishyam IP has officially gone global. Panorama Studios recently confirmed that the franchise is being remade in English (Hollywood) and Korean, making it the first Indian film franchise to achieve such a feat. The success of these international deals has added further prestige to the upcoming third part in India. Drishyam 3 is being touted as the final chapter of the Salgaonkar family's saga.Ajay Devgn will return as the mastermind Vijay Salgaonkar, while Tabu reprises her role as Meera Deshmukh.Other returning cast members include Shriya Saran, Ishita Dutta, and Rajat Kapoor. The film is produced by Panorama Studios and directed by Abhishek Pathak. In a strategic move to prevent spoilers, the makers are reportedly planning a simultaneous release of both the Hindi version and the original Malayalam version starring Mohanlal.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

In a rare move for a mainstream comedy, the makers of Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 (KKPK 2) have decided to bring the film back to the silver screen in January 2026. While the film saw a decent initial release in December 2025, its theatrical potential was reportedly bottlenecked by a historic box office storm.According to a recent report by Mid-day, the decision to re-release the film is a strategic move to give the Kapil Sharma starrer the solo breathing room it lacked during its debut run. The primary reason cited for this January comeback is the overwhelming dominance of the Ranveer Singh-starrer Dhurandhar and James Cameron's Avatar: Fire and Ash. Released on December 12, 2025, Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 found itself sandwiched between two of the biggest cinematic events of the decade. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) As per Mid day, the makers believe that Kapil Sharma's core family audience—particularly in the North Indian belt—was diverted due to the Dhurandhar Mania that swept the nation. By shifting back into theaters in January 2026, the producers are eyeing a cleaner window before the Republic Day releases, hoping to capture the audience that missed the film during the chaotic holiday season. Despite the heavy competition, the film managed to maintain a steady, albeit slow, pace at the ticket counters. Here is the box office breakdown for Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 as it concludes its first innings: India Net Collection: ₹ 11.9 Cr (as of Day 13) India Gross Collection: ₹ 14 Cr Overseas Collection: ₹ 1.75 Cr Worldwide Gross: ₹ 15.75 Cr Overseas: ₹ 1.75 Cr While the lifetime net of the original 2015 film was nearly ₹50 Crore, the sequel struggled to cross the ₹15 Crore mark in its first run due to the restricted screen count and the massive occupancy shift toward Dhurandhar. Directed by Anukalp Goswami and produced by Abbas-Mustan, the film holds emotional value as it marks the final on-screen appearance of the legendary veteran actor Asrani. Starring Kapil Sharma alongside Manjot Singh, Ayesha Khan, and Tridha Choudhury, the sequel follows the multi wife chaos that made the first part a household favorite. The re release strategy is a gamble that speaks to the shifting dynamics of the 2025-2026 box office. With Dhurandhar having already claimed the All Time Blockbuster title, there is a vacuum for light hearted, family-oriented comedy. Trade experts suggest that if the re-release is marketed correctly as a clean family entertainer, Kapil Sharma could see a significant bump in his final lifetime numbers. However, the film's success in January will depend heavily on whether the audience chooses to watch it in theaters or wait for its impending OTT premiere.

BY SACNILK TEAM

Here is the Tamil movie Sirai box office collection which is an action drama thriller film. This film is directed by Suresh Rajakumari and produced by Seven Screen Studio. ## Sirai stars Vikram Prabhu, LK Akshay Kumar, Anishma Anilkumar, and Ananda Thambirajah in key roles. ## Sirai Box Office Collection Day Wise | All Language [See Footfalls] DayIndia Net Collection Change(+/-) Day 1 [1st Thursday] ₹ 1.05 Cr - Day 2 [1st Friday] ₹ 0.9 Cr -14.29% Day 3 [1st Saturday] ₹ 1.3 Cr 44.44% Day 4 [1st Sunday] ₹ 1.8 Cr 38.46% Day 5 [1st Monday] ₹ 1.2 Cr -33.33% Day 6 [1st Tuesday] ₹ 1.35 Cr 12.50% Day 7 [1st Wednesday] ₹ 1.4 Cr 3.70% Day 8 [2nd Thursday] ₹ 2.9 Cr 107.14% Week 1 Collection ₹ 11.9 Cr - Day 9 [2nd Friday] ₹ 1.55 Cr -46.55% Day 10 [2nd Saturday] ₹ 2 Cr 29.03% Day 11 [2nd Sunday] ₹ 1.9 Cr -5.00% Day 12 [2nd Monday] ₹ 0.65 Cr -65.79% Day 13 [2nd Tuesday] ₹ 0.7 Cr 7.69% Day 14 [2nd Wednesday] ₹ 0.7 Cr 0.00% Day 15 [3rd Thursday] ₹ 0.65 Cr -7.14% Week 2 Collection ₹ 8.15 Cr -31.51% Day 16 [3rd Friday] ₹ 0.55 Cr -15.38% Day 17 [3rd Saturday] ₹ 0.5 Cr -9.09% Day 18 [3rd Sunday] ₹ 0.55 Cr 10.00% Day 19 [3rd Monday] ₹ 0.3 Cr -45.45% Day 20 [3rd Tuesday] ₹ 0.4 Cr 33.33% Day 21 [3rd Wednesday] ₹ 0.2 Cr -50.00% Day 22 [4th Thursday] ₹ 0.38 Cr 90.00% Week 3 Collection ₹ 2.88 Cr -64.66% Day 23 [4th Friday] ₹ 0.42 Cr 10.53% Day 24 [4th Saturday] ₹ 0.43 Cr 2.38% Day 25 [4th Sunday] ₹ 0.3 Cr -30.23% Day 26 [4th Monday] ₹ 0.08 Cr -73.33% Day 27 [4th Tuesday] ₹ 0.06 Cr -25.00% Day 28 [4th Wednesday] ₹ 0.06 Cr 0.00% Total ₹ 24.28 Cr - ## Take Subscription To See Footfalls ## India Net Collection ₹ 24.28 Cr ## Worldwide Collection ₹ 31.65 Cr ## Overseas Collection ₹ 3 Cr ## India Gross Collection ₹ 28.65 Cr ## Sirai Budget: ₹ - Cr * Approx ## Sirai Verdict: Coming Soon ## Sirai Screen count ## India: - ## Overseas: - ## Worldwide total: - ## Release Date: 25th December 2025 ## For more and the latest news about Kollywood Box Office Collection, Stay tuned to us.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, December 26 - Jio Studios and B62 Studios' spy action thriller Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh, has become the highest-grossing Bollywood film at the Indian box office, surpassing superstar Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan in just three 3 weeks. Displaying unprecedented box office dominance, Aditya Dhar's directorial continues to crush every release in its path, with Jawan becoming its latest casualty. The 2023 Shah Rukh Khan-fronted action drama had amassed an impressive 760 crore gross in India, a figure that has now been outnumbered by Dhurandhar, cementing its position as the biggest Bollywood blockbuster ever in the domestic market. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) When it comes to Hindi language grossers, only Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2: The Rule currently stands ahead of Dhurandhar. The Telugu juggernaut charted its own historic run, nearly touching the 1000 crore (950+ crores) mark in its Hindi-dubbed version in India. Dhurandhar is trending stronger than Pushpa 2 currently, and if the momentum sustains, it could well become the highest-grossing Hindi film of all time. By the end of its fourth Friday, Dhurandhar will overtake Prabhas-fronted Kalki 2898 AD (767 crore India gross) to become the fifth highest-grossing film of all time in India. Notably, all four films above it on the list enjoyed the advantage of multilingual releases, an advantage that Dhurandhar does not have. On the worldwide front, the first instalment of the two-part saga is set to cross the 1000 crore gross milestone by the end of today. With this, Dhurandhar will become the first Indian film of 2025 and the ninth film of all time to enter the coveted 1000 crore club globally. Stay tuned...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, December 26 - Dharma Productions' romantic comedy Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, featuring Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Pandey, had a poor opening day at the domestic box office, falling well short of a double-digit opening. Released on a national holiday of Christmas, TMMTMTTM collected 7-8 crores net on day 1. The real collection, however, is even lower, as there are allegations of feeding. Despite the external push, the movie failed to take a respectable opening. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) TMMTMTTM was always going to struggle due to the lack of buzz and the domination of Dhurandhar and Avatar 3, which are clearly the first two choices of moviegoers at the moment. The opening of Kartik Aaryan's starrer could have been slightly better had the word of mouth been positive, but that doesn't seem to be the case. It can be said that there is no way forward for the rom-com, as neither word of mouth seems to be proving, nor are the holdover films stopping anytime soon. The film was originally planned for a February 2026 release before the makers moved it up a couple of times; however, these plans often fail if the content is weak. Stay tuned...

BY CHRISTA LINCY

The Malayalam film industry continues its incredible streak of delivering high-quality sleeper hits that dominate both critical and commercial spheres. The latest film to join this elite list is the mystery thriller eko, directed by Dinjith Ayyathan. Made on a modest controlled budget of just ₹5 Crore, the film has completed its theatrical run as a massive profitable venture, proving once again that content driven cinema remains the ultimate superstar at the box office. eko has registered exceptional numbers across all territories. Despite a slow start with a Day 1 opening of just ₹0.80 Cr, the film witnessed a legendary sleeper hit trajectory. In the domestic market, the film garnered an impressive India Net Collection of ₹ 23.25 Cr, which translated into an India Gross of ₹ 27.4 Cr. The film's appeal was not limited to the home soil, as it performed strongly in international markets, pulling in an Overseas Collection of ₹18.10 Crore. This brings its Worldwide Total to a staggering ₹ 45.5 Cr. With these figures, the film has earned a Super Hit verdict, yielding a return on investment (ROI) of nearly 900% against its production cost. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The success of eko is largely attributed to its unique thematic depth. It serves as the third and final installment of writer cinematographer Bahul Ramesh's acclaimed Animal Trilogy, following the footsteps of Kishkindha Kaandam and Kerala Crime Files. Produced by MRK Jhayaram under the Aaradyaa Studios banner, the film features a powerhouse ensemble including Sandeep Pradeep, Saurabh Sachdeva, and Biana Momin. By focusing on a mysterious canine breed and a tense, atmospheric narrative set in the misty hills of Kaattukunnu, the film managed to sustain long-term footfalls through strong word of mouth. As the film concludes its triumphant theatrical journey, it is now set to reach a global audience. The official digital partner, Netflix, has announced that eko will begin streaming on December 31, 2025. To cater to its growing pan-India popularity following the box office buzz, the film will be available in five languages: Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi. This New Year's Eve premiere is expected to draw massive viewership numbers, given the film's reputation as one of the year's most immersive mystery thrillers. Chila sathyangal ethra shramichaalum kandethanaakilla pic.twitter.com/9KcZSb43Wp— Netflix India South (@Netflix_INSouth) December 26, 2025 The box office trajectory of eko serves as a textbook example of efficient filmmaking. While 2025 saw several high-budget spectacles struggle to break even, this Dinjith Ayyathan directorial turned a ₹5 crore investment into a ₹45.5 crore global harvest. It stands as one of the most successful Malayalam films of the year in terms of profit percentage.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, December 26 - One of the hugely-awaited films of 2026, Drishyam 3 faced a major setback after Akshaye Khanna, who has been basking in the back-to-back successes, reportedly exited from the film, leaving the makers in a major dilemma to fill one of the major characters of the franchise. Earlier, it was reported that the creative differences between the actor and makers led the former to back out of the Ajay Devgn-led film. Now, according to the report by Bollywood Hungama, the big remuneration demand turned out to be the main reason behind the actor's exit. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) There is no doubt that Akshaye is enjoying one of the best phases of his career after the big success of Chhaava and Dhurandhar, in which he received huge applause for playing the main antagonist roles. Because of the growing popularity, the actor reportedly demanded 21 crores in fees to feature in Drishyam 3, which took the makers aback. "Akshaye was menacing as the villain in Chhaava, while he stole the show, and how, in Dhurandhar. He has become the next big thing. Realising the same, he decided to revise his fees. Accordingly, he asked for Rs. 21 crores from the makers of Drishyam 3", said the report. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The makers reportedly tried to reason with him that if he's paid a bomb, the film would go over-budget. However, the actor was adamant in his demand as he believes that his presence adds major value to any film. Apart from the remuneration, the report also stated that Akshaye demanded to wear a wig in the film, which the makers rejected as he wasn't without a wig in Drishyam 2. Since the demands were made, Akshaye walked out of the suspense crime thriller film. The exit happened on a good note as the makers hope to collaborate with Akshaye in future when they'll be on the same page. Meanwhile, the shoot of Drishyam 3 has already commenced, and it will be hitting the big screens on October 2, 2026. Stay tuned...

BY CHRISTA LINCY

In a development that has sent shockwaves through the trade circuits, Akshaye Khanna has reportedly exited the highly anticipated franchise sequel, Drishyam 3. While the Drishyam series is known for its intricate plot twists on screen, the drama behind the scenes is currently grabbing all the headlines. According to reports (Source: BH), the primary reason for this departure is a significant disagreement over remuneration and specific creative preferences. Akshaye Khanna, who received immense acclaim and a massive box office boost following his pivotal role in the 2025 blockbuster Dhurandhar, has reportedly seen his market value skyrocket. Coming off the back of Dhurandhar's record-breaking run, the actor reportedly revised his acting fee to ₹21 Crore for Drishyam 3. Trade sources suggest that the makers (Panorama Studios and Viacom18 Studios) felt the revised fee would push the film's production budget beyond a sustainable limit. While Khanna's performance as IG Tarun Ahlawat in Drishyam 2 was a major highlight, the production team reportedly could not meet the new financial requirements. Beyond the financial aspects, the report indicates that additional creative differences surfaced during pre-production. A specific point of contention was Akshaye Khanna's request to wear a wig for his character in the third installment. The directorial and creative team was reportedly uncomfortable with this change, preferring to maintain the continuity of the character's look established in the previous film. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) With Akshaye Khanna's reported exit, the hunt for a new antagonist or a replacement for the investigative officer's role is likely to begin soon. As of now, the confirmed primary cast remains: Ajay Devgn as Vijay Salgaonkar,Tabu as Meera Deshmukh,Shriya Saran as Nandini Salgaonkarand Rajat Kapoor as Mahesh Deshmukh Drishyam 2 was a humongous success at the domestic box office, netting over ₹240 Crore in India and providing a much-needed boost to the industry post-pandemic. The chemistry and tension between Ajay Devgn and Akshaye Khanna were cited as a driving force for the sequel's repeat footfalls. The loss of Khanna is a creative blow, but the Drishyam brand remains one of the strongest pullers in Indian cinema. Historically, the franchise relies heavily on its screenplay and the Salgaonkar vs. The System trope. As Drishyam 3 moves through its production phase, the primary focus remains on protecting the film's climactic secrets. While trade buzz originally suggested a possible simultaneous release for both the Hindi and Malayalam versions to mitigate spoilers, current industry indications suggest that the Malayalam original starring Mohanlal is progressing on its own timeline, while Ajay Devgn's Hindi version remains firmly locked for its signature October 2, 2026 theatrical window. With Khanna's exit now looming, all eyes are on whether the producers will look for another powerhouse performer to maintain the high intensity face-off that fans have come to expect.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, December 25 - The highest-grossing Gujarati film of all time, Laalo: Krishna Sada Sahaayate, is gearing up for a wider reach after the makers confirmed its Hindi language version theatrical release next year in 2026. The devotional drama, which was originally released on October 10, 2025, has been announced to hit the big screens in the dubbed Hindi version on January 9, 2026. On the same day, superstar Prabhas-fronted romantic horror comedy, The Raja Saab, will also be released in Hindi. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by Ankit Sakhiya and produced by Ajay Padariya and Jay Vyas, the film stars Reeva Rachh, Shruhad Goswami and Karan Joshi in prominent roles. The film revolves around a rickshaw driver trapped in a Farmhouse confronts his past demons while experiencing visions of Lord Krishna, who guides him through a transformative journey of self-discovery and healing. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Made on a budget of under 1 crore, Laalo has been a word of mouth phenomena. It started with a negligible collection of 2 lakh on opening day, but went into overdrive after the third week, after the makers expanded the release. In the first three weeks, it grossed just around 1.50 crores, but once it entered the fourth week, there was no looking back from there. The film eventually topped 100 crores gross and became the first ever Gujarati film to hit the milestone, more than double the previous biggest Gollywood grosser. It has completed 75 days and is still earning in lakhs. So far, the film has grossed 112+ crores in India and around 7.50 crores overseas in 76 days. Stay tuned...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, December 25 — Speculation around superstar Shah Rukh Khan's possible involvement in Rajinikanth's much-awaited action drama Jailer 2 has taken the internet by storm. While the makers have been tight-lipped about the casting, veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty has reportedly spilt the beans on the same. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The latest wave of excitement around the much-talked-about cameo rumours was triggered after veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty, who is said to be a part of Jailer 2, casually mentioned Shah Rukh Khan's name while talking about the film's ensemble cast in a recent interview with the Bengali media. Speaking to SITI Cinema, Mithun said in Bengali that Jailer 2 is one such story, with an ensemble of experienced stars joining the superstar. While mentioning the names, the veteran actor revealed that Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh is also a part of the film, alongside Mohanlal, Ramya Krishnan, and Shivarajkumar. Mithun's inclusion of SRK immediately set social media abuzz, with many interpreting it as a confirmation of the Pathaan star's presence in the film. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) However, despite the strong buzz, there is no official confirmation from the makers of Jailer 2 as of now. Neither Sun Pictures nor director Nelson Dilipkumar has announced Shah Rukh Khan as part of the cast. Importantly, Mithun Chakraborty himself has not explicitly stated that SRK has signed the film or shot for it, leaving room for speculation that his comment may have been informal or misunderstood. If Shah Rukh Khan does come on board, it would mark a rare and massive crossover moment, uniting two of Indian cinema's biggest icons, Rajinikanth and SRK, on screen, even if only briefly. Given the success of Jailer (2023) and the sequel's ambitious scale, the makers may be keeping such surprises tightly under wraps. Jailer 2 is currently in production and is slated for a 2026 release. Stay tuned...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, December 25 - Director James Cameron will once again top the Indian box office as Avatar: Fire & Ash has become the highest-grossing Hollywood movie of 2025 in the country in flat one week. Earlier, the maverick filmmaker topped the Hollywood charts in India in 2022 with Avatar: Way of Water, which grossed nearly 500 crores. The third instalment in Cameron's sci-fi epic Avatar franchise grossed approximately 116.50 crores till Wednesday (6 days), and it is looking to collect 15+ crores gross on day 7 to close the first week at 131+ crores. With this, it will cross F1 Movie's 129 crores gross total to become the biggest foreign film of the year in India. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Avatar: Fire and Ash had a good yet underwhelming opening of 23+ crores gross, mainly because of Dhurandhar's box office dominance. However, the Hollywood biggie has not maintained a steady trend, but also weathered the Dhurandhar storm to carve its own path at the box office to score a good collection. The film has benefited from positive word of mouth and the popularity of the franchise so far, and the momentum is expected to continue through the holiday frame. It will look to reach near 200 crores gross at the end of the second week, and then, it is all about how well it holds up going ahead. Stay tuned...

BY SACNILK TEAM

Here is the Telugu movie Shambhala box office collection, which is an action horror thriller film. This film is directed by Ugandhar Muni and produced by Shining Pictures. ## Shambhala stars Aadi Pudipeddi, Swasika, Archana Iyer, and Ravi Varma in key roles. ## Shambhala Box Office Collection Day Wise | All Language [See Footfalls] DayIndia Net Collection Change(+/-) Day 1 [1st Thursday] ₹ 1.65 Cr - Day 2 [1st Friday] ₹ 1.1 Cr -33.33% Day 3 [1st Saturday] ₹ 1.3 Cr 18.18% Day 4 [1st Sunday] ₹ 1.4 Cr 7.69% Day 5 [1st Monday] ₹ 0.65 Cr -53.57% Day 6 [1st Tuesday] ₹ 0.7 Cr 7.69% Day 7 [1st Wednesday] ₹ 0.65 Cr -7.14% Day 8 [2nd Thursday] ₹ 2.25 Cr 246.15% Week 1 Collection ₹ 9.7 Cr - Day 9 [2nd Friday] ₹ 1.1 Cr -51.11% Day 10 [2nd Saturday] ₹ 1.25 Cr 13.64% Day 11 [2nd Sunday] ₹ 1.25 Cr 0.00% Day 12 [2nd Monday] ₹ 0.45 Cr -64.00% Day 13 [2nd Tuesday] ₹ 0.46 Cr 2.22% Day 14 [2nd Wednesday] ₹ 0.41 Cr -10.87% Day 15 [3rd Thursday] ₹ 0.32 Cr -21.95% Week 2 Collection ₹ 5.24 Cr -45.98% Day 16 [3rd Friday] ₹ 0.03 Cr -90.63% Day 17 [3rd Saturday] ₹ 0.07 Cr 133.33% Day 18 [3rd Sunday] ₹ 0.1 Cr 42.86% Day 19 [3rd Monday] ₹ 0.02 Cr -80.00% Day 20 [3rd Tuesday] ₹ 0.02 Cr 0.00% Day 21 [3rd Wednesday] ₹ 0.01 Cr -50.00% Day 22 [4th Thursday] ₹ 0.01 Cr 0.00% Week 3 Collection ₹ 0.26 Cr -95.04% Total ₹ 15.2 Cr (estimated) - ## Take Subscription To See Footfalls ## India Net Collection ₹ 15.2 Cr ## Worldwide Collection ₹ 20.7 Cr ## Overseas Collection ₹ 2.85 Cr ## India Gross Collection ₹ 17.85 Cr ## Shambhala Budget: ₹ - Cr * Approx ## Shambhala Verdict: Coming Soon ## Shambhala Screen count ## India: - ## Overseas: - ## Worldwide total: - ## Release Date: 25th December 2025 ## For more and the latest news about Tollywood Box Office Collection, Stay tuned to us.