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Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR's War 2 Dominates Rajinikanth's Coolie in Theatrical Runtime, as YRF's Production Set to be the Longest Film in Spy Universe, beating Salman Khan's Tiger Zinda Hai

Mumbai, July 30 - Ahead of the mega box office clash this Independence Day weekend, the theatrical runtimes for two of the biggest upcoming Indian films — YRF Spy Universe's War 2 and Rajinikanth-fronted Coolie — have reportedly been revealed, and the comparison is already making waves. ## The Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR, and Kiara Advani-starrer War 2 has reportedly been censored with a U/A certificate with an approved runtime of 2 hours and 53 minutes (173 minutes). War 2's runtime has beaten Salman Khan's Tiger Zinda Hai (162 minutes) to become the longest film in the YRF Spy Universe. ## Directed by Ayan Mukerji, the sequel is expected to be a high-octane cinematic experience that delves deeper into the emotional and espionage layers of the YRF Spy Universe. It also stars Kiara Advani alongside Anil Kapoor and others in key roles. ## On the other hand, Rajinikanth's Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, is not far behind War 2 as it is reported to have a runtime of approximately 170 minutes (2 hours and 50 minutes). It received an A certificate from the CBFC, which makes it the first A-rated title for director Lokesh Kanagaraj. ## While slightly shorter, Coolie is expected to be packed with stylised action, Lokesh's signature dark world-building, and Rajinikanth's unmatched screen presence — ensuring no moment goes to waste. Coolie's tighter length could point to a sleek, relentless pace in keeping with Lokesh's successful formula from Vikram and Kaithi. ## With War 2 taking the lead in terms of runtime, fans are speculating whether this extra duration allows for deeper storytelling or more explosive action set-pieces involving two of Indian cinema's biggest stars — Hrithik and Jr. NTR. ## Both films are set for massive theatrical releases on August 14 and are among the most anticipated Indian movies globally. Whether audiences prefer the grandeur of a nearly three-hour spy saga or the tight punch of a gritty action drama, only time will tell which runtime delivers the bigger impact at the box office. ## Stay tuned...

312 days ago

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Saiyaara Vs Kabir Singh: Ahaan Pandey, Aneet Padda-starrer Beats Shahid Kapoor, Kiara Advani's Blockbuster To Become Highest-Grossing Indian Love Story

Mumbai, July 29 - Yash Raj Films' Saiyaara has officially become the highest-grossing Indian romantic drama film of all time, beating Shahid Kapoor and Kiara Advani-fronted Kabir Singh in just 11 days, while also crossing the 400 crores gross worldwide today. ## Starring debutante Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda, the modern-day love story has grossed approximately 394 crores at the worldwide box office through the second Monday (11 days), surpassing Kabir Singh's lifetime worldwide grosses of 377 crores, to emerge as the number 1 Indian love story. ## Saiyaara has been on a record-breaking run ever since the day it was released (July 18). It scored the biggest opening for a romantic as well as for a debutante, followed by the biggest opening weekend, and then opening weekend. Not only has it become the highest-grossing love story, but also emerged as the biggest grosser for a debutante. ## The latest blockbuster is miles ahead of Kabir Singh in like-for-like days. Kabir Singh, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, had managed an excellent 251 crore globally in its first 11 days — a figure that Saiyaara has surpassed by a staggering 143 crore in the same timeframe. This phenomenal lead underscores the magnitude of the new film’s box office dominance. ## With momentum fully on its side, the Mohit Suri's directorial is now on track to enter the coveted 500 crore club — potentially by the end of its second weekend. The film's storytelling, youthful vibe, soulful music, and wide family appeal have proven to be a winning formula, resulting in packed theatres and euphoric word-of-mouth across all demographics. ## Stay tuned...

312 days ago

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Aamir Khan Announces Paid YouTube Streaming Release Date of His Box Office Hit Sitaare Zameen Par

Mumbai, July 29 - Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan is shaking up the Indian film distribution landscape with a historical move for his box office hit Sitaare Zameen Par. Although Aamir had already shared his plans regarding the future of his films, today, he confirmed the same. ## On Tuesday (July 29), the Dangal star announced that Sitaare Zameen Par will be released exclusively on YouTube Movies-on-Demand starting August 1. It will be available for rent at ₹100 ($1.15) in India and 38 international markets, including the U.S., Canada, U.K., Australia, Germany, and Indonesia, with localised pricing for each territory. ## Aamir Khan told Variety that his long dream has been to make films available to almost every household in the country, as the people who watch movies in theatres are only 2-3% of the total population. He believes that subscription models are not economically viable for films to do that, not over a long-term period, hence he is favouring YouTube's pay-per-view model. ## This is a major move regarding the film's post-theatrical distribution, which could make streaming platforms uncomfortable. To take this approach, Aamir Khan reportedly rejected the offer of 120 crores from a leading streaming platform to sell the post-theatrical rights. ## Aamir Khan said, "If a family of four sits and watches the film, then it comes to ₹25 per head, which I think is a value that works not just for the audiences, but also allows filmmakers to earn so they can make better content."## Directed by RS Prasanna and produced by Aamir Khan Films, Sitaare Zameen Par is a spiritual successor to Khan's 2007 film Taare Zameen Par, and also stars Genelia Deshmukh. It is an official remake of the 2018 Spanish film Champions, and follows a suspended basketball coach who must serve community service by helping a team of players with disabilities prepare for a tournament. ## Released on June 20, SZP has been a box office hit with the worldwide collection of around 270 crores gross. In India, the movie has made over 200 crores gross, while overseas collection is around 67 crores. The movie, meanwhile, will be available for pay-per-view streaming on YouTube after just 6 weeks of theatrical run. ## Stay tuned...

312 days ago

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Top 10 Biggest Second Weekend at the Hindi Box Office: Ahaan Pandey, Aneet Padda's Saiyaara Takes 8th Spot, Beating Dangal, and Kashmir Files

Mumbai, July 28 - Yash Raj Films' mega blockbuster Saiyaara scored an excellent second weekend at the domestic and worldwide box office. The romantic drama, starring debutante Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda, made it into the top 10 biggest 2nd weekends in Hindi, beating some of the all-time blockbusters in the list. ## Directed by Mohit Suri, Saiyaara minted 74.50 crores net collection over the second Friday to Sunday frame. On the second Friday, the movie scored 18 crores net, followed by 26.50 crores on Saturday, and 30 crores on Sunday. Worldwide, the film grossed approximately 120 crores in the second weekend. ## Domestically, Saiyaara scored the 8th biggest second weekend ever at the Hindi box office. It has beaten some of the all-time blockbusters like Dangal, Pathaan, Sanju, The Kashmir Files, Bajrangi Bhaijaan, Tiger Zinda, KGF: Chapter 2, among others, to claim the spot. ## Top 10 Biggest Second Weekend Grosser In Hindi (Net Collection)S.N.Movie Title2nd Weekend Collection1Pushpa 2 (2024)₹ 127.00 Cr2Chhaava (2025)₹ 107.50 Cr3Stree 2 (2024)₹ 92.90 Cr4Gadar 2 (2023)₹ 90.54 Cr5Animal (2023)₹ 87.56 Cr6Jawan (2023)₹ 82.46 Cr7Baahubali 2 (2017)₹ 80.75 Cr8Saiyaara (2025)₹ 74.50 Cr9Dangal (2016)₹ 71.12 Cr10The Kashmir Files (2022)₹ 70.15 Cr## Saiyaara Near 400 Crores Worldwide ## At the end of the second weekend (10 days), Saiyaara grossed approximately 374 crores worldwide, including 297 crores domestically and 77 crores at the overseas box office. By tomorrow (2nd Tuesday), Saiyaara will enter the 400 crores gross club and become only the second Indian film of 2025 to do so, after Chhaava (808 crores gross). ## Stay tuned...

313 days ago

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Akshay Kumar Opens Up About Playing An Antagonist In Director Priyadarshan's Upcoming Film 'Haiwaan', Co-starring Saif Ali Khan

Mumbai, July 28 - Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar is on a roll with back-to-back films. He has already released three films so far, and there is one more, Jolly LLB 3, scheduled to hit the big screens this year. The actor has multiple films in the pipeline, including the talk of the town, Haiwaan, directed by Priyadarshan and co-starring Saif Ali Khan. ## Akshay will be portraying the negative role of a ruthless, cold-blooded killer against Saif Ali Khan, who plays a blind man in this crime thriller, after many years. The actor, known for his versatility across action, comedy, and socially conscious films, revealed during an interview with Hindustan Times that Haiwaan completes what he jokingly refers to as his "unintentional trilogy" after Insaan and Jaanwar. ## The upcoming film marks a long-awaited reunion between Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan after 17 years. The reunion is creating quite a buzz in the industry, especially with Priyadarshan helming the project. The director-actor trio — Akshay, Saif, and Priyadarshan — has fans anticipating a gripping blend of action and drama. While it is unconfirmed, reports say that Haiwaan is the remake of Priyadarshan's Oppam, but with a darker, high-octane twist suited to Hindi cinema audiences. ## Interestingly, Akshay Kumar's role as the antagonist is a departure from his usual image, and he seems eager to embrace this change. In the interview, he emphasised that playing a villain offers him the creative challenge he's been looking for. "It's not just about being bad for the sake of it. There's a layered complexity to this character that I'm really excited to explore," he said. His fans, too, are looking forward to seeing him step into a villain avatar — a rarity in his recent filmography. ## Akshay humorously pointed out the difference in the comedic styles of his and Sai Ali Khan, saying, “Saif’s humour is very 'SoBo' (South Bombay), while mine is more Andheri and Borivali." The camaraderie between the two actors is also expected to be one of the film’s highlights. This difference, he believes, will make their on-set dynamic both fun and engaging. ## The shoot of Haiwaan will begin on August 23 in Cochin, with a theatrical release planned for 2026. ## Stay tuned...

313 days ago

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Mahavatar Narsimha Day 3 Box Office Collection: Becomes Highest-Grossing Indian Animated Film of All Time

Mumbai, July 27 - Kaleem Productions and Hombale Films' epic animated action drama Mahavatar Narsimha has created history at the Indian box office. After a sensational opening weekend, the Ashwin Kumar directorial has officially become the highest-grossing Indian animated film ever, surpassing the long-standing record of Hanuman (2005). ## The first film in the ambitious Mahavatar Cinematic Universe started on a good note but picked up extraordinary momentum through the weekend. The film earned approximately 2.10 crore gross on Friday, followed by a staggering +160% jump on Saturday with collections of around 5.50 crore gross. ## Sunday saw another massive surge, with early estimates suggesting collections in the range of 10.75–11.50 crore gross (9.25–9.75 crore net). From Friday to Sunday, the movie witnessed a staggering jump of around 500%. This brings the total domestic opening weekend to around 19 crore gross (approx. 15.50 crore net) — an excellent number for an animated feature in India. ## Hindi Version Leads the Way, Followed by Telugu ## The Hindi version has been the major driving force behind the film's success. After collecting around 4.50 crore net (5.50 crore gross) over the first two days, the movie scored an estimated 6.75–7 crore net (~8 crore gross) on Sunday. ## This pushes the Hindi version's weekend total to 11+ crore net and over 13.50 crore gross. Telugu version, on the other hand, has also done well and collected approximately 4.50 crores gross (3.85 crores net) in the first weekend. Other versions minted around 75 lakh. ## A New Benchmark for Indian Animation ## With its strong numbers, Mahavatar Narsimha has overtaken Hanuman (2005), which had earned an estimated 5.50 crore net (unadjusted for inflation). The film is now officially the highest-grossing Indian animated blockbuster and has redefined commercial possibilities for animated features in the country. ## Exhibitors are increasing the number of shows across the country to meet soaring demand, especially in urban centres and Hindi-speaking regions. With no major animated competitor in sight and strong word of mouth, Mahavatar Narsimha is poised for a solid theatrical run. ## Stay tuned...

314 days ago

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Box Office: Saiyaara Second Sunday Early Estimates; Ahaan Pandey, Aneet Padda-starrer Scores 75 Crore Net In Second Weekend

Mumbai, July 27 - Yash Raj Films' romantic drama Saiyaara has shown no sign of any fatigue, and scored an excellent second weekend at the domestic as well as the worldwide box office. The Mohit Suri directorial, which had already become the biggest opener for debutants in Hindi cinema history, is now rewriting the box office record books with each passing day. ## According to early estimates, the film has raked in an impressive 29–31 crore net on its second Sunday, marking yet another huge day for the Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda starrer. With this, the second weekend of the movie hits around 74-76 crores. ## The film's drop from its first weekend is minimal (around 10%), especially considering the large opening it enjoyed. More importantly, Saiyaara has shown superb growth over the second Saturday and Sunday, which indicates long legs at the box office.## The film's 10-day total now stands around 246 crore net in India, possibly heading towards 300 crores by the end of the second week. From multiplex audiences to single screens in mass circuits, Saiyaara is enjoying exceptional word of mouth across demographics. Its blend of fresh romance, emotional storytelling, and soulful music has struck a chord with moviegoers. ## Internationally too, the film is performing exceedingly well, with solid business reported from North America, the UK, the Middle East, and Australia. After 10 days, Saiyaara stands at approximately 370 crores gross worldwide, of which around 120 crores gross came in the second weekend. It will be topping 400 crores gross by the second Tuesday, and then, the journey towards 500 crores will begin. ## Stay tuned...

314 days ago

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Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR's 'War 2' Is Costliest Indian Spy Film With A Whopping 400 Crore Budget; Salary Revealed

Mumbai, July 27 - Yash Raj Film's hugely-awaited spy action thriller War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR, and Kiara Advani, is said to be the costliest Indian spy film with a whopping budget of over 400 crore. Directed by Ayan Mukerji, it is the sixth film in YRF's Spy Universe. ## War 2 is said to be the most ambitious film in Spy Verse. The movie has been generating buzz about its grandeur, as the makers have reportedly crafted six unique action sequences to take the audience on a thrilling ride. The big scale, however, comes with a high cost, and War 2 is no different. ## According to a report by Bollywood Hungama, War 2 is made on a budget of 400 crores, which makes it the costliest Spy film in India, surpassing the budget of Salman Khan's Tiger 3 (350 crores) and Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan (325 crores). This budget does not include the marketing budget kept aside for print and publicity. ## The budget of War 2 comprises the production cost and actors' remuneration. According to the report, Hrithik Roshan receives a huge upfront fee of 50 crore, with an additional clause for a back-end deal involving profit sharing. Jr. NTR, on the other hand, gets the pay cheque of 70 crores, while Kiara Advani gets 15 crores. ## Anil Kapoor, who hasn't made any appearance in the teaser and trailer so far, reportedly walks away with a 10 crore fee. Apart from the actor's fee of around 150 crores, director Ayan Mukerji is getting a hefty cheque of 30 crores, and the remaining 220 crores have been invested in mounting the massive scale of the film. ## About The War 2 Movie ## War 2 is directed by Ayan Mukerji and produced by Aditya Chopra under the banner of Yash Raj Films. The movie stars Hrithik Roshan, who reprises his role from the first movie, Jr. NTR as a special unit officer, and Kiara Advani in the leading roles. It is the 6th film in YRF's Spy Universe and a sequel to the 2019 blockbuster War. The film will be released on August 14 in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil, 2D and major premium formats, including Dolby Cinemas and IMAX. ## Stay tuned...

315 days ago

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Mahavatar Narsimha Day 2 Box Office Collection: Scores More Than 100% Jump Over First Day

Mumbai, July 26 - After surprising one and all with its opening day collection, Kaleem Productions and Hombale Films' animated epic action drama Mahavatar Narsimha has scored more than 100% jump today, and is heading towards a blockbuster opening weekend at the domestic box office. ## Based on the 4th avatar of Lord Vishnu, the film is directed by Ashwin Kumar and is the first film in the Kaleem Production and Hombale Films' Mahavatar Cinematic Universe. ## Mahavatar Narsimha Sees More Than 100% Jump On Day 2 ## Following its opening day net of 1.30 crore (1.60 crore gross) in the Hindi version, Mahavatar Narsimha saw a spectacular jump of nearly 150% on Saturday, scoring an estimated 3.75–4 crore gross (~3.25 crore net) in Hindi alone. ## The Telugu version wasn't far behind, registering a stunning 200%+ jump to post around 1.25 crore gross. Other language versions added approximately 25 lakh gross, bringing the total Day 2 gross to 5.25–5.50 crore (4.50–4.75 crore net) — a remarkable number for an animated devotional action epic. ## Mahavatar Narsimha Eyes 15 Crore Gross Opening Weekend ## With a two-day India gross of around 7.5 crore, the film is all set for another big jump on Sunday. The advance booking and trending word-of-mouth suggest that the film is headed for around 15 crore gross opening weekend — phenomenal for a genre that has traditionally been niche in the country. ## If momentum holds, Mahavatar Narsimha could not only become one of the highest-grossing animated Indian films but also pave the way for more animated divotional content on the big screen. It also marks an ambitious beginning of the Mahavatar Cinematic Universe (MCU). ## Note: The collection is with 3D charges.## Stay tuned...

315 days ago

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Akshay Kumar Hails Ahaan Pandey, Aneet Padda's Saiyaara: 'A Newcomers' Film Doing Well Is the Best Thing for Bollywood'

Mumbai, July 26 - Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar has lauded the blockbuster success of Yash Raj Films' romantic drama Saiyaara, which features two newcomers, Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda. The movie, directed by Mohit Suri, has crossed 300 crores gross collection in 9 days, and is heading towards finishing over 500 crores gross. ## During a recent interview with Sonal Kalra of Hindustan Times, Akshay shared his thoughts on the movie and called it a watershed moment for the industry. "I think it's the best thing that has happened. For our Hindi film industry, it's a great moment that a film starring two newcomers—a new boy and a new girl—has succeeded," Akshay said. ## While he hasn't seen the film himself yet, Akshay mentioned that his cousin had recently watched Saiyaara and was thoroughly impressed by the performances. "They said both the leads are amazing. Sacchi keh raha hoon — it is such a good thing," he added. ## Saiyaara's success has come without the face value as it features unknown actors, and the Housefull star emphasised the same by calling it a positive sign for the industry, especially after a turbulent few years marked by underwhelming box office performance. ## "Films are slowly starting to do well again... It's a good sign that a newcomers' film is performing so well,” he said, while also praising director Mohit Suri, who has long been known for his knack for emotional storytelling and unforgettable music. "He's done an excellent job, and his song choices are truly amazing." ## Akshay Kumar, who has had a good year so far and will next be seen in the highly-awaited Jolly LLB 3, ended up saying that "Saiyaara is more than a box office hit - it's a sign of Bollywood's revival, led by the next generation", which is something many have been saying since the day the movie was released. ## Stay tuned...

315 days ago

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Box Office: Ahaan Pandey, Aneet Padda's 'Saiyaara' Tops 300 Crore Worldwide; Eyes 100+ Crore Gross In Second Weekend

Mumbai, July 26 - Yash Raj Films' romantic drama Saiyaara is in the middle of an excellent second weekend after the historic first week collection at the worldwide box office. The movie continues to defy odds and is putting up insane numbers daily. ## After a historic first week, the Mohit Suri's directorial has entered its second weekend on an excellent note. The film maintained a strong grip on its second Friday with a worldwide gross of over 30 crores, including its first million-dollar day overseas — a rare feat for a debutante-led romantic drama. ## Saiyaara Tops 300 Crore Gross Worldwide In 9 Days ## By the end of its 8th day (second Friday, the film had already amassed an impressive 282 crores gross worldwide, including approximately 229 crores from India and 53 crores from overseas. Now, on its 9th day, Saiyaara has officially crossed the 300 crore milestone globally, becoming only the second Bollywood film of 2025 to do so after Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava (which stands at 808 crores gross worldwide). ## Saiyaara Eyes 100+ Crore Gross Worldwide In Second Weekend ## Saiyaara began its second weekend with a 21.50 crore gross in India on Friday and is poised to collect around 30 crores on Saturday. Early estimates for Sunday suggest a 30–35 crore gross, which would take its second weekend domestic gross to an estimated 85+ crores (70+ crores net). ## In overseas markets, the film is expected to rake in another 28–30 crores over the weekend, taking the total second weekend worldwide gross to an estimated 115 crores — an extraordinary figure. It is a one-horse race at the moment, with not much challenge at the box office from new movies in India. ## By the end of its second weekend, Saiyaara is set to hit approximately 365 crores gross worldwide. At this pace, it will likely surpass the lifetime gross of Shahid Kapoor and Kiara Advani's Kabir Singh (377 crores) by Monday or Tuesday, becoming the highest-grossing romantic Indian film of all time (non-inflation-adjusted). ## Stay tuned...

315 days ago

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Mahavatar Narsimha Day 1 Collection: Animated Film Surprises With 2 Crore Gross Opening Day; Strong Advances For Day 2

Mumbai, July 26 - Director Ashwin Kumar's animated epic action drama Mahavatar Narsimha might have opened the door for Indian animation with a good opening at the domestic box office. Produced by Kaleem Productions in association with Hombale Films, is movie is based on the 4th avatar of Lord Vishnu. ## Mahavatar Narsimha Scored 2+ Crore Gross Opening Day In India ## Mahavatar Narsimha was released in 2D and 3D formats on July 25 amid low buzz and intense competition, but it surprised one and all with its first-day box office collection. The animated film grossed approximately 2-2.15 crores in all versions (including 3D charges), which is a fantastic opening. ## The Hindi version of the film did very well with approximately 1.50-1.60 crores gross (with 3D charges), followed by the Telugu version, in which the movie grossed around 40 lakh, while the rest of the versions minted 10 lakh approx. ## Strong Bookings For Mahavatar Narsimha On Day 2 ## If the day 1 collection of the film surprised everyone, get ready to be shocked by its second-day collection. The film is selling 12K tickets per hour, which is almost double that of Pawan Kalyan's biggie Hari Hara Veera Mallu, on Book My Show. The word of mouth for the movie is super positive and this should lead to a solid first weekend domestically. ## Stay tuned...

315 days ago

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Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR's 'War 2' Trailer Rocks With 55 Million YouTube Views In The First 24 Hours

Mumbai, July 26 - Yash Raj Films' next blockbuster War 2 is set to storm the box office this Independence Day weekend with huge anticipation around it. Directed by Ayan Mukerji, the film stars Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR (Bollywood debut), and Kiara Advani in the leading roles. ## Ahead of the film's release, the studio dropped the trailer on July 25, and it has received a thunderous response across languages. In the first 24 hours, the trailer generated 55 million views on Yash Raj Films' YouTube channel across Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil languages. ## The Hindi trailer of War 2 scored 26.3 million views, making it one of the most-watched Indian film trailers of 2025 in Hindi on the first day of release. On the other hand, the dubbed Telugu version trailer has a much better response than it got with the recently released teaser. ## With 22.3 million YouTube views, the Telugu trailer of the film is the third most-watched of 2025, behind Game Changer (36.25 million) and Hari Hara Veera Mallu (47 million). It is the 8th most-watched of all time in the Telugu language. Additionally, the Tamil trailer scored 6.4 million views in 24 hours. ## The combined YouTube viewership of the War 2 trailer (Hindi, Telugu, Tamil) is 55 million is the third highest among the 2025 Indian films across languages, after Sky Force (58 million), and Game Changer (62 million). Overall, it is the 12th most-watched Indian film trailer of all time in the first full day of release. ## About The War 2 Movie ## War 2 is directed by Ayan Mukerji and produced by Aditya Chopra under the banner of Yash Raj Films. The movie stars Hrithik Roshan, who reprises his role from the first movie, Jr. NTR as a special unit officer, and Kiara Advani in the leading roles. It is the 6th film in YRF's Spy Universe and a sequel to the 2019 blockbuster War. The film will be released on August 14 in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil. ## Stay tuned...

316 days ago

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Box Office: 'Saiyaara' Second Friday (Day 8) Early Estimates; Ahaan Pandey, Aneet Padda-starrer Stays Rock Solid

Mumbai, July 25 - After an exceptional first week total of over 170 crores net, Yash Raj Films' romantic drama Saiyaara has begun its second weekend on a blockbuster note. The Mohit Suri directorial continues its dream run with a rock-steady hold at the domestic box office, setting the stage for another big weekend. ## Starring debutante Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda, the film has shown remarkable consistency so far. Early estimates suggest a collection in the range of 17.50–18.50 crores net on its second Friday, showing a minimal drop from yesterday. With this, Saiyaara's 8-day total stands at approximately 190 crores net. ## With less competition at the Hindi box office, Saiyaara is headed for the second weekend collection in the 70 crore net (+/-) range, which would be a record for a romantic drama and one of the biggest second weekends ever. The movie is expected to have a drop of just 15–20%, which is a remarkable hold. ## Even though it wouldn't have mattered much with the kind of phenomena Saiyaara has turned into, one of the major factors in the film's sustained momentum is the lack of competition, particularly in the Hindi-speaking belt, where the film is dominating single screens and multiplexes alike. And this is expected to continue, at least, till August 1st. ## Saiyaara is set to cross 200 crores net by Saturday, and if the momentum holds, it has an outside chance of touching the 250 crore net mark by the end of its second weekend — a monumental benchmark for a film led by fresh faces. ## Stay tuned...

316 days ago

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Saiyaara Vs Kabir Singh First Week (7 Days) Worldwide Box Office Comparison; Ahaan Pandey, Aneet Padda-starrer Leads By 40%

Mumbai, July 25 - Mohit Suri's directorial Saiyaara has been making waves at the box office since its release. After completing its first week, the film's worldwide collection has already surpassed most Indian films of 2025. Starring debutants Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda, Saiyaara grossed approximately 28 crores worldwide on Day 7, taking its total global collection to around 250 crores. If the current trend continues, it is poised to become the highest-grossing romantic drama in Indian cinema history by the end of its second week. Saiyaara First Week (7 Days) Box Office Collection In its first 7 days, Saiyaara has grossed around 207.25 crores (172.75 crores net) at the domestic box office and 43 crores overseas. This brings its worldwide gross to approximately 250 crores. With this feat, the film has become the fourth-highest-grossing Bollywood film of 2025 so far. It is now well on track to surpass the collections of Sitaara Zameen Par (264 crores), and Housefull 5 (289 crores), positioning itself as the second-biggest grosser of the year—trailing only behind Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava (808 crores). Saiyaara Vs Kabir Singh First Week Comparison: YRF's Blockbuster Leads by 40% Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga's 2019 blockbuster Kabir Singh currently holds the title of the highest-grossing romantic Indian film with a lifetime total of 377 crores worldwide, including 330 crores gross (278.89 crores net) in India and 47 crores overseas. However, Saiyaara has taken a strong early lead. In its first week, Kabir Singh had earned 176.50 crores worldwide. In comparison, Saiyaara has minted a whopping 250 crores — an impressive +40% higher. With momentum on its side, Saiyaara is expected to cross the lifetime gross of Kabir Singh by the end of its second week, cementing its place as the biggest romantic drama in Bollywood history. Siayaara Vs Kabir Singh First Week (7 Days) Box Office Comparison (Worldwide Gross)DaySaiyaara WW GBOCKabir Singh WW GBOC1st Day₹ 29.75 Cr₹ 26.50 Cr2nd Day₹ 37.25 Cr₹ 30.00 Cr3rd Day₹ 50.25 Cr₹ 37.10 Cr4th Day₹ 34.45 Cr₹ 22.90 Cr5th Day₹ 36.55 Cr₹ 21.50 Cr6th Day₹ 33.25 Cr₹ 20.00 Cr7th Day₹ 28.75 Cr₹ 18.50 CrTotal Collection₹ 250.25 Cr₹ 176.50 Cr Stay tuned...

316 days ago

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War 2 Trailer: Hrithi Roshan, Jr. NTR-starrer To Continue A Blockbuster Box Office Streak For Yash Raj Films?

Mumbai, July 25 - Yash Raj Films its first blockbuster outside Spy Universe in many years with director Mohit Suri's romantic drama Saiyaara, featuring debutantes Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda. The film has completed its first week with a worldwide gross collection of around 250 crores. ## While Saiyaara is expected to continue to dominate the box office in the coming days, YRF is aiming to stretch this blockbuster streak with the next film in the Spy Universe, War 2. Starring Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR, and Kiara Advani, the film's trailer was launched on July 25, and this suggests a potential blockbuster in hand for the studio. ## The War 2 trailer shows a refreshingly different take on the Spy Universe. Instead of fighting terrorists across the border, War 2 will focus on the internal battle between R.A.W. and its former agent, who went rogue while still keeping his love for the nation. ## The film features Jr. NTR, a special unit officer, who has been tasked to hunt down Major Kabir Dhaliwal (Hrithik). Both soldiers have no choice but to fight for one cause: India. The battle between Hrithik and Jr. NTR promises an epic, deadliest showdown in the Spy Universe while capturing the emotional depth of their characters, along with Kiara's. The trailer seems to have worked big time, as the initial reception is unanimously positive. ## War 2 - A Box Office Juggernaut Loading? ## War 2 has already been one of the most anticipated Indian films of the year, and the trailer will boost the hype further. Trade analysts are highly bullish on the film's box office prospects. Early projections suggest that War 2 is on track for a massive opening weekend, especially in the Hindi and Telugu belts, where both lead actors enjoy immense star power. ## Given the combination of a star-studded cast, slick action, and a strong franchise tag, War 2 might just become the next big box office juggernaut in Indian cinema, and the trailer will only boost the chances further. It can be said that YRF's blockbuster box office winning streak is almost guaranteed. ## The film is scheduled to release on August 14 in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil. ## ## Stay tuned...

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YRF's 'War 2' Secures Major Premium Screens; Creates History With Dolby Cinema

Mumbai, July 24 - Yash Raj Films' highly anticipated spy action thriller War 2 is set to make history by becoming the first Indian film ever to screen in Dolby Cinema in India. The movie, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR, is scheduled to release on August 14 in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil. ## Directed by Ayan Mukerji, War 2 has now secured exclusive screenings in premium formats like IMAX, Dolby Cinema, ICE, 4DX, DBOX, and 4DEM. Indian moviegoers will experience the film at the country’s inaugural Dolby Cinema, which opened earlier this month at City Pride Multiplexes in Kharadi, Pune. ## The exhibitor also has plans to expand the premium format to additional markets, including Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Trichy, Kochi and Ulikkal. Not only in India, War 2 will also be rolled out in Dolby across international markets including North America, the U.K., U.A.E., Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. ## Dolby has been a long-standing partner of YRF. The production house was India's first music label to offer Dolby Atmos Music in 2020 with its "Best of YRF" album compilation. The 2013 "Dhoom 3" was among the first Hindi-language films released in Dolby Atmos, and the 1995 classic "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge," one of the first Indian movies to utilise Dolby Audio. ## About War 2 ## The movie stars Hrithik Roshan, who reprises his role from the first movie, Jr. NTR in his Bollywood debut, and Kiara Advani in the leading roles. It is the 6th film in YRF's Spy Universe and a sequel to the 2019 blockbuster War. The film will be released on August 14 in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil. ## Stay tuned...

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Saiyaara Box Office Day 6: Ahaan Pandey, Aneet Padda-starrer Scores 10% Jump Over First Day Collection Worldwide

Mumbai, July 24 - Director Mohit Suri's Saiyaara once again exceeded expectations on its first Wednesday at the domestic and worldwide box office. On its first Wednesday, the film posted higher collection than its opening day, once again surpassing trade expectations both domestically and globally. ## The romantic drama starring debutants Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda collected approximately 25.50 crore gross (21.50 crore net) in India on Day 6. The overseas markets remained solid, adding another 6.75 crore, bringing in a total of 32.25 crores for the day worldwide. Remarkably, this marks a 10% jump over its Day 1 worldwide gross of 29.25 crore, highlighting the film's exceptional growing word-of-mouth and strong audience hold. Despite being a non-holiday release with fresh faces, Saiyaara has managed to defy trade projections with consistency across all regions. ## Saiyaara Crossed 200 Crore Worldwide in 6 Days ## The Yash Raj Films production has crossed the 200 crores gross mark at the worldwide box office in flat 6 days, becoming the fastest Indian film for a debutante and ranks among the fastest non-Pan India movies to do so. Saiyaara's total collection stands at 220+ crores gross, including around 183 crores gross (153.50 crores net) in India and around 37 crores overseas collection. ## Saiyaara is currently the 5th highest-grossing Bollywood movie of the year, but by the end of the second Saturday (9 days), it will become the second biggest grosser of 2025, trailing only Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava (808 crores worldwide gross). ## About Saiyaara ## The film stars Ahaan Panday as Krish Kapoor, a rising musician whose raw talent and ambition set him on a collision course with the realities of the modern music industry. When Krish is introduced to Vaani (Aneet Padda), a gifted and principled songwriter, sparks fly – both creatively and personally. As their partnership deepens, so does their connection, blossoming into a romance that is as passionate as it is complicated. ## Stay tuned...

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Shahid Kapoor's Action Thriller With Director Vishal Bharadwaj Titled 'Romeo'; Release Date Unchanged

Mumbai, July 24 - The acclaimed duo of Shahid Kapoor and filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj are all set to collaborate for the fourth time with an intense action thriller film. The pair has previously delivered critically acclaimed films like Kaminey (2009), Haider (2014), and Rangoon (2017), and their latest collaboration is already creating buzz across the industry. ## The Film Titled Romeo ## Shahid and Vishal's film was originally supposed to be titled Arjun Ustara; however, according to the latest report by Pinkvilla, the movie has been titled Romeo. It is said that the makers were toying with several other titles too, including Arjun Ustara and Evil, but Romeo got finalised as it stands true to the nature of the character. ## Romeo Complete Star Cast ## Headlined by Shahid Kapoor in the titular role, Romeo features an impressive rest of the cast. Rising star Triptii Dimri joins as the female lead, alongside seasoned actors Nana Patekar, Randeep Hooda, Vikrant Massey, and Farida Jalal in key roles. The combination of seasoned performers and fresh talent promises a powerful on-screen experience. ## No Change in Release Date ## Produced by Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment, Romeo was officially announced for December 5, 2025, release, and the latest development has confirmed that the makers aren't willing to change the date. It means the movie will be clashing with Ranveer Singh's espionage thriller Dhurandhar and Prabhas-fronted horror-comedy The Raja Saab, which are scheduled to release on the same day. ## With a gripping premise, a powerhouse cast, and the trusted Shahid-Vishal collaboration at its core, Romeo is one of the most anticipated films of 2025. ## Stay tuned...

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Box Office: 'Saiyaara' First Wednesday (Day 6) Early Estimates; Stays Over 20 Crore Net Mark

Mumbai, July 23 - Yash Raj Films' romantic blockbuster Saiyaara continues its stellar run at the domestic box office, maintaining a strong hold on its sixth consecutive day as Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda-starrer has once again crossed the 20 crore net mark. ## The early estimates suggest a collection in the range of 21–22 crores on Wednesday, dropping around 10%-15% from Tuesday. With this, the film's total domestic net collection stands at approximately 153 crores in just six days—a phenomenal achievement for a debutant-led movie. ## Despite being frontloaded in its opening days, Saiyaara has shown remarkable consistency and audience pull, setting the stage for an extraordinary first-week total. The film is now on course to surpass 170 crores net by the end of its first week, which would make it the biggest-ever opening week for a debutante-led Bollywood film. ## Saiyaara is expected to breach the 200 crore mark by its second Saturday. From there, the journey towards the 300 crore net and potentially more will begin. With not much competition, the movie will be aiming to features among the biggest Bollywood grossers of all time. ##

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Box Office: Ahaan Pandey, Aneet Padda's Saiyaara Surpasses Lifetime Collection of Salman Khan's Sikandar In 5 Days; Becomes 5th Biggest Bollywood Grosser of 2025 Worldwide

Mumbai, July 23 - Yash Raj Films' Saiyaara is carving its own way at the box office and downing top star films with each passing day. The romantic drama is trending very much similar to Vicky Kaushal's historical epic Chhaava, which went on to become one of the biggest blockbusters of Indian cinema. ## Saiyaara has a huge first Tuesday at the worldwide box office ## After an impressive weekend haul of 117 crores worldwide, followed by a rock-solid 34 crores gross on Monday, Saiyaara did the unthinkable on Tuesday — it grew further. On its fifth day, the film collected an estimated 30 crores gross domestically and 7 crores overseas, bringing in a total of 37 crores for the day. ## This takes the film's 5-day worldwide total to approximately 188 crores gross, including 158 crores from India and 30 crores from overseas markets. ## Saiyaara crossed Salman Khan's Sikandar, becomes 5th biggest Bollywood grosser of 2025 ## With its latest earnings, Saiyaara has officially surpassed the lifetime worldwide total of superstar Salman Khan's Sikandar (185 crores), becoming the 5th highest-grossing Bollywood film of 2025. It now trails only behind Raid 2, Sitaare Zameen Par, Housefull 5, and Chhaava. ## The Mohit Suri directorial had earlier eclipsed the full collections of Akshay Kumar's Sky Force (150 crores) and Kesari: Chapter 2 (145 crores) within just 4 days, debuting at No. 6 before moving up a rank on Day 5. Overall, after the 5th day. Saiyaara is the 9th biggest Indian grosser of 2025 worldwide. ## Saiyaara to cross 200 crores worldwide in 6 days ## The momentum shows no signs of slowing down as Saiyaara is expected to collect another 20-25 crores gross worldwide on Day 6, which will push its worldwide total past the 200 crores mark. It will become the fastest Bollywood film led by newcomers to enter the 200-crore club and among the quickest non-pan-India films ever to achieve the feat. ## Stay tuned...

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Box Office: 'Saiyaara' First Tuesday (Day 5) Early Estimates; Surpasses Monday Collection

Mumbai, July 23 - There seems to be no stopping Saiyaara, which continues its historic run at the box office since its release on July 18. After a stellar opening weekend and an impressive hold on its first Monday, the Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda-starrer has taken another leap on Tuesday, posting even higher collections. ## According to early estimates, Saiyaara has collected in the range of 24–26 crore net on Day 5 (Tuesday), witnessing a 5%–10% jump from Monday. The romantic drama benefited significantly from the discounted ticket pricing offer, driving footfalls across urban and mass belts. ## With this jump, the film is now challenging the Tuesday collection of Vicky Kaushal’s blockbuster Chhaava, which earned 25.25 crore on its first Tuesday. It may even come close to Saiyaara's own Saturday figures (26 crore net), depending on where the actuals land. ## Importantly, average occupancy has remained strong at around 50%, which has been a rare case this year. As of the end of Tuesday, Saiyaara has amassed 132+ crore net domestically. With two more days left in the week, the film is expected to finish its first-week total with 160 crore or more — the highest-ever for a debutant-led Indian film. ## Advance bookings for Wednesday are also reportedly excellent, pointing toward another big day ahead. The absence of major competition is aiding the film's momentum; however, with the kind of phenomenon it has turned into, it would still be performing on the same level. ## Stay tuned...

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Box Office: Saiyaara Scored Big First Monday Worldwide; Crosses Lifetime Collection of Akshay Kumar's Kesari 2 and Sky Force In 4 Days

Mumbai, July 22 - Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda’s romantic drama Saiyaara continues its dream run at the box office. After delivering a historic opening weekend, the film held firm on its first Monday, scoring the joint biggest first Monday of the year with Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava, domestically. ## Directed by Mohit Suri, Saiyaara netted approximately 24 crore (28 crore gross) in India on Monday, bringing its 4-day India total to 107.25 crore net (approx. 128 crore gross). The movie also had an excellent day at the overseas box office, bringing 6 crores on Monday for a total international collection of around 23 crores. With an additional ₹26 crore coming from the overseas markets, Saiyaara has now amassed an impressive ₹161 crore gross worldwide in just four days. ## Saiyaara beats lifetime worldwide collection of Kesari: Chapter 2 and Sky Force ## After four days, the Yash Raj Films production has grossed approximately 151 crores, which is enough to top the lifetime worldwide grosses of Akshay Kumar's Sky Force and Kesari 2, which earned 150 crores and 145 crores, respectively. ## That makes Saiyaara not just a breakout debut for its newcomers but also one of the fastest Bollywood films to outpace the global lifetime collections of star-driven titles this year. The Monday hold was particularly noteworthy as it signals solid word-of-mouth. Despite being a non-franchise and a newcomer-led film, Saiyaara has already become the 6th biggest Bollywood grosser of the year. ## By today or tomorrow, the latest blockbuster will also outgross Salman Khan's Sikandar (185 crores) to become the 5th biggest grosser of the year. With minimal competition until August 1st, Saiyaara will remain the top choice of moviegoers at the Hindi box office. ## Stay tuned...

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Akshay Kumar's 'Kesari: Chapter 2' Final Worldwide Box Office Collection

Mumbai, July 22 - Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar's biographical drama Kesari: Chapter 2 has been one of the most critically acclaimed films of the year. Lauded for its intense storytelling, stirring performances, and patriotic theme, the film has also enjoyed a respectable run at the box office, emerging as a moderate commercial success. ## Kesari 2 India and Overseas Box Office Collection ## Directed by Karan Singh Tyagi, the film scored approximately 111 crore gross (92.60 crore net) at the Indian box office, making it the 8th highest-grossing Bollywood film of the year domestically (so far). Overseas too, the film performed exceptionally well, collecting around 34 crore and becoming the 5th biggest Bollywood grosser of the year in international markets. ## Kesari 2 Worldwide Box Office Collection ## The spiritual sequel to the historical action film Kesari (2019), Kesari 2 grossed approximately 145 crores at the worldwide box office. The film's subject didn't appeal to the masses, but incredible word of mouth helped it in multiplexes. Currently, it is the highest-grossing Bollywood movie globally. ## Kesari 2 Footfalls/Admissions and Verdict ## With approximately 50 lakh tickets sold during its theatrical run, Kesari: Chapter 2 is among the top 10 most-watched Bollywood films of 2025 so far in theatres. While it may not have reached blockbuster status, its strong critical reception and decent commercial returns have made it a notable success or semi-hit in Akshay Kumar's filmography. ## About Kesari: Chapter 2 ## Produced by Dharma Productions, Leo Media Collective, and Cape of Good Films, the film's plot is based on the book The Case That Shook The Empire by Raghu Palat and Pushpa Palat, centred around C. Sankaran Nair and the 1919 Jallianwala Bagh massacre. The film stars Akshay Kumar stars Akshay as Nair, who took on the British Empire to reveal the truth behind the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. It also features R. Madhavan and Ananya Panday in key roles. ## Stay tuned...

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