BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, April 24 - Superstar Salman Khan has officially locked Eid 2027 as the release window for his upcoming big-budget entertainer directed by Vamshi Paidipally. The yet-untitled film is being positioned as an action spectacle, marking a significant collaboration between Bollywood and the South film industry. A Big-Ticket Collaboration (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The film brings together Salman Khan and Telugu filmmaker Vamshi Paidipally for the first time. Known for delivering large-scale commercial family entertainers like Maharshi and Varisu, Paidipally is expected to present Salman in a mass-heavy, stylised action avatar, tailored for a wide audience across multiple languages. Backing the project is noted producer Dil Raju, who has a strong track record in mounting high-budget ventures. With this combination of star power and production scale, the film is already being seen as one of the biggest releases of 2027. Nayanthara has been locked to play the female lead. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Shooting Underway, Massive Scale Planned The film has reportedly gone on floors recently, with initial shooting schedules taking place in Mumbai. The makers are planning an extensive shoot spanning multiple locations, with a focus on high-octane action sequences, grand visuals, and a strong emotional core, a formula that aligns with both Salman Khan's star image and Paidipally's storytelling style. Salman Khan Returns To His Favourite Slot Eid has long been synonymous with Salman Khan's biggest box office successes. Films like Wanted, Bajrangi Bhaijaan, and Sultan turned the festive period into a guaranteed blockbuster window for the superstar. By locking Eid 2027, the makers are clearly aiming to recreate that box office magic, especially after a phase where Salman's recent releases have seen mixed responses. The festive timing, combined with a mass entertainer format, positions the film as a potential comeback vehicle for the actor. This project comes at an important juncture in Salman Khan's career. With evolving audience tastes and increasing competition from pan-India films, the actor is looking to reinvent his box office dominance. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Thoda durr ki sochna chahiye, That’s why announced Eid….. Don’t worry iss wali ka bhi bataenge, when the time is right…… Patience, thoda sa sabar…… Mere Jitna he intezar karna padega,Baherhaal jo apka haal hai wo hi mera bhi haal hai…. haha 🙏#Nayanthara… pic.twitter.com/nMGrfOj3DF— Salman Khan (@BeingSalmanKhan) April 24, 2026

BY SACNILK TEAM

Here is the Hindi movie Ginny Wedss Sunny 2 box office collection which is a romantic comedy family drama film. This film is directed by Prasshant Jha and produced by Zee Studio and Soundrya Productions. ## Ginny Wedss Sunny 2 stars Avinash Tiwary, Medha Shankar, Sudhir Pandey, and Lillete Dubey in key roles. ## Ginny Wedss Sunny 2 Box Office Collection Day Wise | All Language DayIndia Net Collection Day 1 [1st Friday] ₹ - Cr * may earn Total ₹ - Cr ## India Net Collection ₹ - Cr ## Worldwide Collection ₹ - Cr ## Overseas Collection ₹ - Cr ## India Gross Collection ₹ - Cr ## Ginny Wedss Sunny 2 Budget: ₹ - Cr * Approx ## Ginny Wedss Sunny 2 Verdict: Coming Soon ## Ginny Wedss Sunny 2 Screen count ## India: - ## Overseas: - ## Worldwide total: - ## Release Date: 24th April 2026 ## For more and the latest news about Bollywood Box Office Collection, Stay tuned to us.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, April 23 - Akshay Kumar-fronted horror-comedy Bhooth Bangla has registered a good and steady first week at the Indian box office. The film has managed to maintain consistency after a good opening weekend, keeping itself firmly on track to emerge as a big success story. Bhooth Bangla Clocked 84 Crore Net In First Week Directed by Priyadarshan, Bhooth Bangla collected 79 crore net in its first six days. The film is tracking to earn another 5.50 crore net on Thursday, to close the opening week in the range of 84+ crores net. This is one of the best first-week collections for an Akshay Kumar-starrer in the post-pandemic era. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The film opened at 12.25 crore and saw significant growth over the weekend, reaching over 50 crore within its first three days. Post the weekend, Bhooth Bangla saw the expected weekday drop, but the decline remained controlled. It collected 6.75 crore on Monday, followed by a jump to 8 crore on Tuesday, and then 6.15 crore on Wednesday, showcasing a stable weekday trend rather than a sharp fall. This kind of hold indicates that the film has found acceptance among audiences, particularly in mass and family circuits. By the end of its first week, the film's total is expected to land in the 84+ crore net range, putting it in a comfortable position heading into the second weekend. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Top 5 Biggest First Week Grossers of Akshay Kumar (Post Pandemic) S. No. Movie First Week Net Collection 1 Housefull 5 ₹ 127.25 Cr 2 Sooryavanshi ₹ 120.66 Cr 3 OMG 2 ₹ 85.05 Cr 4 Bhooth Bangla ₹ 84.40 Cr 5 Jolly LLB 3 ₹ 74.00 Cr (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Bhooth Bangla To Enter 100 Crore Club In Second Weekend With this trajectory, Bhooth Bangla is now poised to enter the 100 crore club during its second weekend, most likely on Sunday. The film's performance is noteworthy considering the competition in the market and external factors like the ongoing Indian Premier League season, which often impacts theatre occupancy. Despite the odds, the combination of comedy and horror, along with the popular reunion of Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan, has worked in its favour. Overall, Bhooth Bangla has delivered a good first week with stable trends, and its box office journey now depends on how strongly it grows over the second weekend.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

The horror-comedy Bhooth Bangla has maintained a steady grip at the box office as it nears the conclusion of its first week. On its sixth day (Wednesday), the film recorded a net collection of ₹ 6.15 Cr in India, showcasing the kind of mid-week resilience essential for a successful theatrical run. While this figure represents a 23.1 percent drop from the Tuesday collection of ₹ 8.00 Cr, the hold remains firm considering the high volume of 11,584 shows being screened across the country. Bhooth Bangla's mid-week performance remains solid when compared to the track record of Akshay Kumar's post-pandemic theatrical runs. On its first Wednesday, the film managed to edge past the collections of Sky Force (₹ 6.00 Cr), Jolly LLB 3 (₹ 4.50 Cr), and Kesari Chapter 2 (₹ 3.60 Cr), while significantly outperforming the Day 7 figures of Bade Miyan Chote Miyan (₹ 2.55 Cr). Although it trailed the high benchmarks set by Sooryavanshi (₹ 9.55 Cr), Housefull 5 (₹ 8.50 Cr), and OMG 2 (₹ 7.20 Cr), the current trend reflects a healthy word-of-mouth that is sustaining the film's momentum. Akshay Kumar Post-COVID Films: 1st Wednesday India Net ComparisonMOVIE NAMEDAY 6 NET COLLECTIONSooryavanshi₹ 9.55 CrHousefull 5₹ 8.50 CrOMG 2₹ 7.20 CrBhooth Bangla₹ 6.15 CrSky Force₹ 6.00 CrJolly LLB 3₹ 4.50 Cr (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The theatrical occupancy for Day 6 followed a classic growth pattern, starting with 7.24 percent in the morning and gaining momentum as the day progressed. The afternoon and evening shows recorded 13.41 percent and 14.29 percent respectively, but it was the night screenings that saw the highest turnout at 17.14 percent. This trend suggests that the film is effectively drawing in the youth and office-going crowds, resulting in an overall Hindi occupancy of 13.02 percent for the day. The film's performance is further supported by strong digital engagement on ticketing platforms like BookMyShow. On its sixth day, Bhooth Bangla sold approximately 92,820 tickets in a 24-hour window, taking its total cumulative ticket sales on the platform to over 15.28 lakhs. While the daily total from 8 AM to 11 PM stood at 71,950 tickets—a dip from the 1.17 lakh tickets sold during the same period on Tuesday—the hourly trends remained encouraging. Even in the late 10-11 PM slot, the horror-comedy managed to move over 3,500 tickets, indicating that the interest level remains healthy as the film transitions into its second week. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) On the global front, Bhooth Bangla has officially crossed a major milestone. With an overseas contribution of ₹ 2.00 Cr on Wednesday, the total international gross has reached ₹ 33.50 Cr. Combined with the domestic gross collection of ₹ 93.87 Cr, the worldwide total now stands at ₹ 127.37 Cr. This pushes the film well past the ₹ 100 Cr mark globally in less than a week, setting a solid foundation for its second weekend. As the film wraps up its first seven days, the focus will shift to how it sustains during the upcoming weekend. The total India net collection currently stands at ₹ 78.90 Cr, and with no major competition in the immediate horizon, the film is well-positioned to cross the ₹ 100 Cr net mark domestically in the coming days. The consistent occupancy levels and steady worldwide growth indicate that Bhooth Bangla has successfully carved out its space in the horror-comedy genre. India Net Collection (Total): ₹ 78.90 Cr India Gross Collection (Total): ₹ 93.87 Cr Overseas Gross (Total): ₹ 33.50 Cr Worldwide Gross (Total): ₹ 127.37 Cr

BY CHRISTA LINCY

Anticipation is building across the global film market as the musical biopic Michael prepares for what is expected to be a historic opening weekend. In India, the film has already established an incredible lead, securing over 1.10 lakh ticket sales across national cinema chains for its opening weekend alone. This surge has pushed total advance collections in the country beyond the ₹3 crore mark, signaling that the King of Pop's legacy remains a massive draw for Indian moviegoers across all major urban centers. The film's performance in the Indian market is placing it among the most elite Hollywood releases in history. Michael currently ranks as the fourth-highest Hollywood film in terms of all-time advance ticket sales in India, trailing only the massive blockbuster trio of Avengers: Endgame, Oppenheimer, and Barbie. In doing so, it has shattered the record for the highest advance sales for a musical biopic in the country, comfortably overtaking previous genre leaders like Bohemian Rhapsody and Elvis. For its opening day specifically, the film has already locked in nearly 39,000 tickets, ensuring a powerhouse start on Friday. The momentum is equally staggering on the global stage, where the film is eyeing a massive $150 million opening across 82 international markets. Tracking for the North American box office suggests an opening weekend ranging between $65 million and $80 million. Should it reach the higher end of these estimates, Michael will officially become the biggest domestic debut ever for a musical biopic, surpassing the $60.2 million record held by Straight Outta Compton. This global wave is already visible in markets like Brazil, where early previews have raked in $1.2 million—a figure that outpaces all other major 2026 releases in the territory. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) A significant portion of this pre-release buzz is centered on the central performance of Jaafar Jackson, the real-life nephew of Michael Jackson. While early critical discourse has touched on the narrative's scope, Jaafar's portrayal has received near-universal acclaim for being transformative and uncanny. Industry insiders have noted that Jaafar brings a natural stage presence that feels deeply rooted in his uncle's DNA, creating a level of authenticity that few other biopics have managed to capture. Directed by Antoine Fuqua and produced by Graham King—the man behind the success of Bohemian Rhapsody—the film is being viewed as a meticulously crafted tribute designed for the biggest possible screen experience. With high-profile venues like Hyderabad's Prasads and ALLU Cinemas reporting shows in overdrive, the film is set to dominate the weekend discussion. As it bridges the gap between a high-stakes Hollywood production and a deeply personal family legacy, Michael is not just looking to break records, but to redefine how musical icons are celebrated in modern cinema. All eyes are now on the official opening figures to see if the King of Pop can once again reclaim his throne at the top of the global charts.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, April 23 - In a remarkable turnaround story, Indian comedian Samay Raina has made a thunderous comeback with his latest stand-up special Still Alive, which has now emerged as the most-watched full-length comedy special on YouTube globally. A Record-Breaking Digital Phenomenon (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Released directly on YouTube, Still Alive quickly turned into a viral sensation. Within a short span, the special amassed tens of millions of views, with an explosive opening that saw it garner millions within the first 24 hours. The viewership surge has since propelled it past every other stand-up special available on the platform. As of now, the video has 54 million views. What sets Still Alive apart is its deeply personal and unfiltered narrative. Instead of relying solely on punchlines, Samay Raina uses the stage to chronicle one of the most challenging phases of his life, while also reflecting on the struggle of his parents' roots for a brief moment. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Controversy and Conversation In 2025, Samay found himself trapped in controversy after YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia's remarks on his show, India's Got Latent, sparked nationwide backlash. Following the controversy, Samay removed all episodes of India's Got Latent from YouTube. In the special, Samay spoke about India's Got Latent controversy, where he claimed that Ranveer had cracked the controversial joke eight times during the episode, but only one instance was retained, which eventually sparked the outrage. One of the lines or segments in the Still Alive video which deeply connected with the audience was when Raina reflected on his legal battle, giving the example of the Kashmiri Pandits. Overall, the comedy special deeply resonated with audiences who praised the YouTuber for his unfiltered take on the challenges he faced during the Got Latent controversy.