BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, June 15 - The Indian box office witnessed a competitive weekend from June 12 to 14, with a mix of holdover releases and new arrivals attracting audiences across the country. While Ram Charan's Peddi comfortably retained the top position, the biggest success stories of the weekend were Obsession and Haunted 3D, both of which delivered impressive numbers and continued the recent dominance of horror films at the box office. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Peddi emerged as the highest-grossing film of the weekend, collecting an estimated 26.30 crore during the three days. Although the film experienced a noticeable drop from its opening weekend, it continued to attract audiences in Telugu states and remained the top choice among moviegoers. The sports-action drama has already established itself as one of the year's biggest box office successes and is continuing its run despite growing competition. Hollywood horror thriller Obsession secured the second spot with an excellent 17.70 crore weekend. The film once again demonstrated extraordinary staying power, registering strong occupancy across major urban centres. The horror title has become one of the biggest surprise successes of the year in India and is steadily moving toward the 100 crore milestone. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Among the new releases, Haunted 3D: Echoes of the Past delivered the strongest performance. The horror sequel collected approximately 11 crore over its opening weekend and emerged as the best-performing newcomer. The interest in the horror genre helped the film overcome limited screen presence and establish itself as a successful theatrical release. Varun Dhawan, Pooja Hegde, and Mrunal Thakur's Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai put up a decent performance in the second weekend, though the overall collection is still underwhelming. Rounding out the top five was Steven Spielberg's sci-fi Hollywood thriller Disclosure Day. The film found a niche audience in multiplexes and performed reasonably well considering the crowded marketplace. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Top 5 Box Office Weekend Grossers (June 12-14) S. No. Movie Weekend India GBOC Total India GBOC 1 Peddi ₹ 26.30 Cr ₹ 256.25 Cr 2 Obsession ₹ 17.70 Cr ₹ 77.00 Cr 3 Haunted 3D ₹ 11.00 Cr ₹ 11.00 Cr 4 Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai ₹ 8.45 Cr ₹ 53.25 Cr 5 Disclosure Day ₹ 7.55 Cr ₹ 7.55 Cr Note: Gross collection*

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, June 15 - The phenomenal run of Obsession at the Indian box office continues unabated. The psychological horror thriller has emerged as another Hollywood blockbuster in the country, achieving yet another historic milestone by surpassing the lifetime collection of Final Destination: Bloodlines and becoming the third highest-grossing Hollywood horror film released in India. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by Curry Barker, Obsession has transformed from a decent opener into a full-fledged theatrical phenomenon. The film opened to just 2.10 crore on its first day but witnessed extraordinary growth through strong word of mouth. Within just over two weeks, the horror drama raced past several major Hollywood releases and established itself as one of the biggest surprise successes of 2026. At the end of its third weekend, Obsession has already scored 77 crore gross in India and is now firmly on course to become only the second Hollywood horror title to enter the 100 crore club in the country. The film's third weekend collection remained remarkably strong, hinting that its run is far from over. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The film's success is not limited to India. Globally, Obsession has become one of the biggest box office stories of the year, earning more than $286 million worldwide despite being produced on a budget of less than $1 million. The horror sensation has also become the highest-grossing film in Focus Features' history, cementing its place as one of the most profitable movies ever made. With its remarkable staying power and growing momentum, Obsession is now chasing even bigger records in India. If current trends continue, the film could soon become the highest-grossing Hollywood release of 2026 in the country and set a new benchmark for the horror genre that may stand for years to come. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Biggest Hollywood Horror Grossers In India S. No. Movie India Gross Collection 1 The Conjuring: Last Rites ₹101.65 Cr 2 The Conjuring 2 ₹79.00 Cr 3 Obsession ₹77.00 Cr 4 Final Destination Bloodlines ₹75.00 Cr Data as of June 14, 2026.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

Sometimes, the biggest success stories at the box office are not only about opening numbers or star power. They are about taking the right risks at the right time. Ken Karunas' Youth has now become one such example, with the film emerging as a strong performer despite being made on a limited budget.The Tamil coming-of-age comedy-drama, directed by and starring Ken Karunas, was reportedly made on a budget of around ₹6 crore. The film has gone on to deliver a strong theatrical run, collecting a reported ₹71.73 crore worldwide, making it a major overperformer compared to its production scale. Adding another interesting chapter to Youth’s success story is GV Prakash Kumar's involvement with the film's music. As per reports, GV Prakash composed the entire soundtrack without taking any remuneration, supporting the project after director Ken Karunas approached him to bring more visibility to the film. The decision came as a gesture of goodwill, with Prakash reportedly believing in the film despite its limited scale. The film's music journey also reportedly had its share of challenges. Major audio companies were said to have shown limited interest initially, citing the absence of a major lead actor and doubts over the album's commercial potential. Instead of settling for a low-value deal, GV Prakash reportedly chose to release the songs through his own independent music label. The strategy gained momentum after the single Mutta Kalakki became a viral success, turning the album into an important part of Youth's overall success story. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) As per the box office figures, Youth has earned ₹60.33 crore gross from India, with the overseas market contributing ₹11.40 crore. The film's India net collection stands at ₹52.62 crore, showing that the audience response has remained strong throughout its run.But beyond the theatrical numbers, another interesting success story connected with Youth is GV Prakash Kumar's approach towards the film's music album. As per reports, music labels initially offered around ₹50 lakh for the album. However, GV Prakash reportedly believed in the potential of the music and decided to release the album under his own label instead of accepting the initial offer.Following the album's positive response, reports suggest that music labels later offered around ₹5 crore. The album has reportedly already generated around ₹2.5 crore for GV Prakash, with expectations of reaching around ₹7 crore revenue in the long run. This becomes an interesting comparison when you look at the overall scale of Youth. A film made on a reported ₹6 crore budget has not only crossed ₹70 crore worldwide but has also created additional value through its music. The journey of Youth also highlights a growing trend in Tamil cinema. Films with controlled budgets are increasingly finding success when the content connects with audiences. Instead of depending only on huge investments, these films are proving that smart decisions, strong word of mouth, and confidence in the product can create bigger-than-expected results.With a reported worldwide gross of ₹71.73 crore against a ₹6 crore budget, Youth is now being reported as a super-hit/blockbuster success and stands as one of the notable surprise winners of 2026.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

Peddi has reached a significant milestone by officially crossing the 200 crore net mark in India at the end of its eleventh day. While this looks impressive on paper, the film is currently navigating a tricky path at the box office. For a project mounted on such a massive scale, the performance is leaning toward underperforming, especially as it struggles to maintain high-level momentum outside its core territories. As of Day 11, the total India net collection stands at 216.00 crore. The films trajectory on BookMyShow offers some interesting insights into its audience engagement. Since the era of hourly trending data began on the platform, Peddi has now moved up to become the 7th best-selling Telugu movie of all time. By reaching a total of 3.59 million tickets sold over its first eleven days, it has successfully overtaken the lifetime sales of Sankranthiki Vasthunam, which stood at 3.59 million. To give you a better sense of where the film stands among the biggest heavyweights at the end of their respective second weekends, here is the breakdown: (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Top 5 Telugu Movies - BMS Ticket Sales RANKMOVIE NAMETICKETS SOLD (BMS)1Pushpa 220.21 M2Kalki 2898 AD13.14 M3Salaar7.17 M4Devara4.80 M5Hanuman4.72 M6Mana ShankaraVaraPrasad Garu3.82M6Peddi3.59M Moving into the critical Monday test, the early trends on BookMyShow give us a clear look at the current momentum. Today, between 11 am and 12 pm, the film sold 3,380 tickets on the platform. If we look at the cumulative data from 8 am to noon, the total stands at 10,630 tickets. This follows a second weekend that saw a peak of 157,040 tickets on Sunday, after steady performances on Friday and Saturday. These morning numbers are a standard reflection of the weekday transition, showing a natural dip as the working week kicks off. In conclusion, Peddi has officially emerged as the number one highest-selling South Indian film of 2026. This milestone cements its position at the top of the yearly charts, reflecting its strong appeal across the regional markets. While its journey continues to be monitored through the weekdays, it currently stands as the definitive commercial leader for Tollywood this year so far.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

The upcoming cinematic window is looking particularly packed as we approach some of the most talked-about releases of the season. At the center of this excitement is Cocktail 2, a project that has caught everyone's attention by pairing Shahid Kapoor with two of the most successful leading ladies today, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna. While sequels often carry the burden of expectation, this one is making headlines for reasons that go far beyond just its franchise name. With its scheduled release on June 19, the conversation around the film has shifted from its chart-topping soundtrack to its surprisingly bold stance with the censors. In a surprising development, the Central Board of Film Certification has cleared Cocktail 2 with an Adults Only certificate. This rating suggests that the sequel might explore much more mature themes compared to its predecessor. Along with the rating, the official runtime has been locked at 150 minutes, which translates to exactly 2 hours and 30 minutes. This makes the sequel a slightly longer experience than the original 2012 film, which clocked in at 146 minutes and carried a more family-friendly U/A certificate. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) This certification marks a historic moment for the lead cast, particularly for Kriti Sanon. After spending twelve years in the industry, this is the first time one of her films has received an A rating. For Rashmika Mandanna, this will be her second encounter with an adult-rated Hindi film following the massive success of Animal in 2023. Shahid Kapoor, however, is no stranger to this territory. Cocktail 2 stands as the fifth adult-rated project of his career, joining a list of gritty and intense films like Kaminey, Udta Punjab, Kabir Singh, and his most recent release, O'Romeo. The decision to go with a more mature tone is an interesting shift for the franchise. The first installment was a romantic drama directed by Homi Adajania and produced by Dinesh Vijan, starring Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Diana Penty. While the original team of Adajania and Maddock Films returns for the sequel, the shift from a U/A rating to an A rating, combined with the slightly longer runtime, indicates that they are aiming for a different narrative depth this time around. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The latest advance booking reports for the opening day are providing a more detailed look at the initial demand for the film. As of Monday, the Hindi 2D version has already generated 40.89 lakh in gross collections, excluding block seats. This amount has been gathered from 3,717 scheduled shows, with a total of 10,146 tickets already sold to eager fans. If we include the block seats, the overall gross figure reaches a much more substantial 1.73 crore. With the average ticket price currently set at 270 rupees, the strategy seems focused on capturing the premium multiplex crowd. These early statistics suggest a solid start, especially considering there are still several full days of booking left before the first show begins. Looking at the initial response from the audience, advance bookings opened at midnight on June 14, and the early numbers are encouraging. As of June 15 morning, the film has already sold approximately 6,950 tickets on BookMyShow. The momentum seems to be building steadily as fans look forward to the chemistry between the lead stars and the youthful vibe the film promises to deliver. When we dive into the data from national cinema chains, the early performance is quite visible. As of June 15 afternoon , the major chains have cumulatively sold about 7,680 tickets, resulting in a gross collection of 33.55 lakh. Breaking this down, PVR leads the way with 4,460 tickets, followed by INOX with 2,700 and Cinepolis with 520 tickets. While these numbers represent the very start of the booking cycle, they show that the urban audience is already showing an active interest. With the release date approaching, these figures are expected to see a significant spike, especially as the promotional campaign enters its final phase. The combination of a well-loved franchise name and a fresh, star-studded cast has created a strong foundation for the film. While the A certificate might limit its audience slightly compared to a U/A release, the youthful appeal and the curiosity surrounding the mature content could very well work in its favor. As it stands, Cocktail 2 is positioning itself as a major contender for the mid-year box office crown.