BY SACNILK TEAM

As we inch closer to the holiday season, the streaming giants have decided to drop an absolute confetti bomb of content on our digital screens. If you were worrying about mid-week blues, it’s time to push them aside because the OTT lineup for December 16 to 22, 2025, is nothing short of spectacular. Whether you are in the mood for some unapologetic sass with the ladies of Four More Shots Please!, looking to unravel gritty mysteries with Nayanam and Pharma, or just want to laugh your heart out with The Great Indian Kapil Show, there is something for everyone. From highly anticipated regional gems in Malayalam and Telugu to Korean survival thrillers, your watchlist is about to get a major upgrade. OTT Releases This Week Dec 16, 2025 Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat  Romance,Drama Netflix Language:Hindi Running Time: 2h 20m IMDB Rating: 5.4/10 View Box Office Collection→ Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat is a Hindi romantic thriller centered on Vikramaditya, a powerful and obsessive politician, and Adaa, an independent film actress. Vikramaditya becomes dangerously infatuated with Adaa but is repeatedly rejected. His desire turns into a controlling obsession; he stalks her and sabotages her career to force her into a relationship. The film is a high-voltage drama about power, toxic love, and the destructive clash between his entitlement and her fight for independence. Dec 18, 2025 Raju weds Rambai  Romance,Drama ETVWin Language:Telugu,Tamil,Kannada,Malayalam Running Time: 2h 15m IMDB Rating: 6.2/10 View Box Office Collection→ Raju Weds Rambai is a Telugu film based on a 2010 real-life honor killing. It tells the tragic story of Raju, a carefree village musician, and Rambai, a college student, who fall in love despite societal differences. When Rambai's status-conscious father opposes their relationship, they elope. The film culminates in a dark and hard-hitting climax that depicts an honor killing. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dec 19, 2025 Un Paarvayil Thriller,Mystery SUNNxt Language: Tamil Running Time: NA IMDB Rating: NA Direct OTT Release Un Paarvayil, a 2025 direct-to-OTT crime thriller, stars Parvati Nair as a visually challenged woman investigating the mysterious deaths of her husband and twin sister. The film, directed by Kabir Lal and also featuring Mahendran and Ganesh Venkatraman, is a suspenseful investigative story Dec 19, 2025 Raat Akeli Hai : The Bansal Murders Thriller,Crime netflix Language: Hindi Running Time: NA IMDB Rating: NA Direct OTT Release After the Bansal family is found murdered, Inspector Jatil Yadav discovers a web of greed, betrayal and secrets leading to a lethal conspiracy. Dec 19, 2025 Premante Comedy,Romance Netflix Language: Telugu,Malayalam,Kannada ,Tamil Running Time: 2h 26m IMDB Rating: 8.0/10 View Box Office Collection→ Premante is a Telugu romantic crime comedy where a newly married man (Priyadarshi Pulikonda) confesses to his wife (Anandhi) that he is a thief funding their home loan. The film follows the couple's strained relationship as the wife gives him one last chance to reform, all while they attempt to evade a determined head constable (Suma Kanakala) investigating the thefts. Dec 19, 2025 Dominic and the Ladies' Purse Mystery,Thriller Zee5 Language:Malayalam Running Time: 2h 31m IMDB Rating:7.0/10 View Box Office Collection→ Dominic and the Ladies' Purse is a Malayalam mystery comedy thriller following Dominic, a down-on-his-luck private detective. A simple case to find the owner of a lost purse quickly escalates into a complex murder investigation when clues link the purse to a missing woman and her boyfriend. Dominic and his naive assistant navigate a dark web of secrets and murder, uncovering shocking twists and a final tragic motive that leads to a chase to the Andaman Islands. Dec 19, 2025 Divya Dristi Horror, Thriller SUNNxt Language: Telugu Running Time: NA IMDB Rating: NA IMDB Rating: Direct OTT Release The movie is described as a horror thriller that will feel the fear before you see it. The narrative is expected to involve suspense and potential supernatural or psychological themes. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dec 16 , 2025 Romantic, Fantasy Zee5 Series: Heartiley Battery Language: Tamil No Of Episodes: 6 Heartiley Battery is a Tamil romantic science-fiction web series about Sofia, an emotionally guarded scientist who invents a love meter to quantify compatibility and avoid heartbreak. Her logical world is challenged by Sid, a charming writer who believes in the emotional chaos of love. The series contrasts science versus instinct in romance. Dec 19 , 2025 Thriller ,Sci-Fi, Mystery Zee5 Series:Nayanam Language: Telugu No Of Episodes: 6 Nayanam is a six-episode sci-fi psychological thriller. It stars Varun Sandesh as Dr. Nayan, an ophthalmologist who develops an unethical technology allowing him to see into his patients' private lives through their eyes. His initial scientific curiosity turns into a dark obsession with voyeurism and manipulation, blurring ethical lines and leading to a chilling web of secrets and consequences. The series explores the dark side of human nature and scientific ambition. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dec 19 , 2025 Medical Thriller JioHotstar Series: Pharma Language: Malayalam, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Bengali, and Marathi No Of Episodes: NA Pharma is a medical thriller web series following KP Vinod, a medical representative who discovers that his company's new blockbuster drug, KydoXin, is causing lethal side effects. Based on real events, the series chronicles his battle to expose the powerful pharmaceutical corporation's corruption and unethical practices. Dec 19 , 2025 Psychological Thriller jiohotstar Series: Mrs Deshpande Language: Hindi No Of Episodes: 6 Mrs. Deshpande is a dark Indian psychological thriller series starring Madhuri Dixit as the titular character, a seemingly normal housewife who leads a double life as a convicted serial killer, imprisoned for 25 years; she's brought back into the fold when police need her expertise to catch a copycat killer, but only agrees to help if she works with her estranged detective son, forcing them to confront their past and secrets Dec 19 , 2025 Comedy, Romance Amazon Prime Video Series: Four More Shots Please-Season 4 Language: Hindi No Of Episodes: 10 The final chapter where Damini, Anjana, Umang, and Siddhi return for a mother of all pacts, giving themselves six months to become better versions of themselves, tackling personal changes, career challenges, and reinventing their lives with their unbreakable friendship as their anchor, promising more drama, heartbreaks, and bold choices in a bid to finish what they started. Dec 19 , 2025 Sketch Comedy Netflix Series: The Great Indian Kapil Show -Season 4 Language: Hindi No Of Episodes: NA The Great Indian Kapil Show is a popular Hindi-language sketch comedy and talk show that blends humorous skits with unscripted celebrity interviews. Hosted by comedian Kapil Sharma, the program features him and his core team—including Sunil Grover, Kiku Sharda, and Krushna Abhishek—playing various characters within an airport-themed set to entertain both a live audience and high-profile guests. The guests, who range from Bollywood stars to global sports figures, engage in light-hearted banter and conversations with the cast, while permanent guest Archana Puran Singh provides reactions from her designated seat. 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BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, December 16 - Maddock Films' romantic vampire comedy Thamma is all set for its digital debut after completing its theatrical journey with a decent box office success, continuing the winning streak of Maddock Horror Comedy Universe (MHCU). Originally released on October 21, on the occasion of Diwali, the Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna-fronted film was made available for online streaming on Amazon Prime Video on December 2 for rental streaming. From 16 December, the film is now available on Prime Video for free for its users. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, Thamma is the fifth instalment in the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe. The film follows a journalist who, after encountering a mysterious woman, turns into a vampiric creature called Betal and must save humanity from the bloodlust of an ancient sect. The film was opened with mixed reviews from critics and the audience alike. At the box office, it proved to be a decent success with a worldwide collection of around 188 crores. In India, it grossed over 161 crores, while overseas collection is around 27 crores. The franchise's brand value is expected to generate good buzz around its OTT release. Stay tuned...

BY SACNILK TEAM

The wait seems to be finally over for fans of Indian cinema as reports suggest that the much-anticipated promo of Nitesh Tiwari's magnum opus, Ramayana, is set to be attached to the theatrical prints of James Cameron’s Avatar: Fire and Ash. In a massive strategic move to position the film as a global visual spectacle, makers have optimized the exclusive asset for a fully immersive 3D experience, ensuring that audiences get their first glimpse of Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Ravana on the biggest screens possible starting December 19, 2025. This early reveal, arriving well ahead of its Diwali 2026 slate, underlines the makers' confidence in the film's VFX standards matching international benchmarks. In contrast to the locked and loaded Ramayana update, the buzz around SS Rajamouli's next with Mahesh Babu seems to be nothing more than fan-fueled speculation. Trade circles had whispered that a glimpse of the adventure, titled Varanasi, might be attached to Avatar, but this seems highly unlikely given that the makers have already played their biggest cards. The team previously hosted a grand Globe Trotter event where they officially unveiled the title and introduced the entire primary cast—revealing Mahesh Babu as Rudhra, Priyanka Chopra as the female lead, and Prithviraj Sukumaran as the antagonist. With the core characters and the film's premise already established at that event, reports of a new promo feels redundant, and sources indicate the team is not looking to drop any fresh assets this week. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) If the visual spectacle wasn't enough, the auditory experience is set to be historic. Confirmed reports indicate that the Ramayana promo will feature the first chords of a legendary collaboration between Hans Zimmer and A.R.Rahman.The duo has reportedly crafted a score that blends ancient Vedic sounds with orchestral grandeur, setting the perfect stage for the epic.The attachment of this promo also solidifies the makers' long-term dominance over the box office. By releasing this asset nearly a year in advance, Prime Focus Studios is effectively marking its territory for the next two festive seasons. The saga is officially locked as a two-part cinematic event, with Part 1 arriving in Diwali 2026 and the concluding chapter slated for Diwali 2027. This confident rollout strategy mirrors global franchises like Dune, promising audiences that the wait—starting with this weekend's 3D teaser will be worth every second.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

The anticipation for Superstar Rajinikanth's sequel Jailer 2 has escalated to new heights with reports of a glamorous addition to the cast. In a move that promises to set the screens on fire, buzz suggests that global dancing sensation Nora Fatehi has joined the team for a high-octane special appearance. It is reported that the actress has touched down in Chennai to shoot a high-energy dance number alongside Thalaivar. The track, composed by the hit-machine Anirudh Ravichander, is reportedly being filmed on a grand outdoor set, with the schedule expected to last for eight days. Unlike her typical Bollywood chartbusters, reports indicate that this song carries distinct South Indian influences, designed as a mass anthem to rival the viral success of Kaavaalaa from the first installment. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Beyond the speculated musical spectacle, Director Nelson Dilipkumar is assembling a formidable ensemble to support Rajinikanth, who returns as the stoic Tiger Muthuvel Pandian. While core members like Ramya Krishnan and Yogi Babu are reprising their roles, the sequel has added significant firepower with the inclusion of the versatile SJ Suryah in a pivotal role. Adding to the intrigue, Pinkvilla had exclusively reported earlier that the powerhouse performer Vidya Balan has also come on board, marking a significant casting coup. With Sun Pictures backing the project, the production is moving at a rapid pace across locations in Chennai and Kerala, ensuring the scale surpasses its predecessor. As for when fans can witness this spectacle, the timeline is becoming clearer. In a recent media interaction, Superstar Rajinikanth himself hinted that the team is targeting a June 2026 release, though trade circles speculate the makers might eye the lucrative Independence Day window in August 2026 for a massive Pan-India opening. With Anirudh's music, Nelson's signature dark humor, and reports of Nora Fatehi's electrifying presence, Jailer 2 is shaping up to be a box office monster that could challenge the historic ₹600 crore benchmark set by the first installment.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, December 16 - Ranveer Singh's mega hit Dhurandhar continues to create waves not just at the box office but also on social media. Many celebrities have shared their thoughts on the spy actioner, and the latest to join the list is Shraddha Kapoor, whose witty yet heartfelt review of the film has taken netizens by surprise. Sharing her thoughts, Shraddha wrote on Instagram stories, "Truly terrible of @adityadharcfilms to make a film like 'Dhurandhar'..." This was the first story by the actress, which left fans confused, before she wrote in the next one, "and then make us wait for 3 months for part 2. Don't play with our emotions, prepone the release, please". (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The Stree star's playful complaint instantly caught attention, with fans loving the humorous tone of her reaction. The actress went on to heap glowing praise on the film, calling it "What a phenomenal experience." In a candid moment, admitting that, "Subah shoot nahi hti toh kasam se abhi hi dobaara dekhne jaati". Shraddha also highlighted the strength of Hindi cinema, naming Chhaava, Saiyaara, and Dhurandhar as standout films of 2025, before signing off with a proud declaration - Hindi Cinema. Her words struck a chord with audiences, many of whom echoed her sentiment about the film's impact and its much-anticipated sequel. As Dhurandhar continues its historic run and builds anticipation for Part 2, reactions like Shraddha Kapoor's only add to the growing hype, proving that the film has managed to impress both audiences and industry insiders alike. Stay tuned...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, December 16 - Director Aditya Dhar's spy actioner Dhuradhar has created history once again to score the biggest ever second week in Hindi, taking just 5 days to beat the previous record holder Pushpa 2 - The Rule (196 crores net), starring superstar Allu Arjun. It has been an out-of-the-world box office run for Dhurandhar so far, with an upward daily trend domestically. After the record daily collection in the second week so far, the Ranveer Singh-fronted film continued the momentum to deliver the biggest second Tuesday, that too by almost double the margin. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) According to early estimates, the first part of the two-part actioner is heading to score 29-31 crores net on its 12th day, almost on par with the second Monday collection. With this astonishing figure, Dhurandhar has crossed 200 crores net in the second week, becoming the only film to hit the milestone in Hindi. The total collection of Dhurandhar after the second Tuesday (12th day) has crossed 410 crores net, heading towards 450+ crores at the end of the second week. As reported earlier, it is hard to predict what the lifetime collection of Dhurandhar will be, but given the current trend, it seems to have locked for 700+ crore net. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dhurandhar is turning out to be a once-in-a-lifetime phenomenon where the second week is going to be bigger than the first, which itself was 200+ crores net. As said, the film is in uncharted territory and can go anywhere. The film has the potential to challenge Pushpa 2's biggest Hindi grosser record, but it needs to be seen how it fares once Avatar 3 and TMMTMTTM arrive over the next couple of weeks. Stay tuned...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, December 16 - Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa'sEk Deewane Ke Deewaniyat was one of the biggest surprises at the box office of the year. After its successful theatrical stint, the romantic drama is all set for its digital premiere, and it is not on Netflix, as speculated. The film, which struck a chord with romance lovers in cinemas, is now ready to make its OTT debut. According to reports, Ek Deewane Ke Deewaniyat will start streaming on Zee5 from December 26, 2025. Viewers who missed the film on the big screen or wish to revisit the intense love story can now watch it from the comfort of their homes. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by Milap Zaveri, the emotionally driven romantic drama features Harshvardhan Rane in a passionate, layered role, while Sonam Bajwa impresses with her strong presence and emotional depth. Their chemistry has been one of the film's key highlights, earning appreciation from audiences and fans of the genre. Released in theatres on October 21, 2025, Ek Deewane Ke Deewaniyat generated steady buzz for its soulful music, emotional storytelling, and intense romance. It was a hit at the box office with over 100 crores gross collection worldwide. With its OTT arrival, the film is expected to find a new audience, especially among viewers who prefer romantic dramas on digital platforms. Stay tuned...

BY SACNILK TEAM

Mumbai, December 16 - The official teaser of Sunny Deol-fronted war epic Border 2 has been unveiled on the occasion of Vijay Diwas. The teaser has instantly struck a chord with audiences, reviving memories of the iconic 1997 classic Border. The teaser opens with intense visuals of war-torn landscapes, thunderous background score and the unmistakable aura of patriotism. Sunny Deol makes a powerful return in uniform, radiating the same raw intensity that made his character in the original film iconic. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) A striking dialogue, "Awaaz kahan tak jaani chahiye? - Lahore tak", delivered by the actors has already gone viral, reinforcing the film’s central theme of an unyielding Indian soldier standing guard against all odds. Joining Deol in this high-octane war sequel are Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh and Ahan Shetty, each seen in gritty military avatars. The decision to launch the teaser on Vijay Diwas adds symbolic weight to the film, aligning its patriotic spirit with the historic day commemorating India's victory in the 1971 war. Slated for a Republic Day weekend release in January 2026, Border 2 is shaping up to be one of the biggest Bollywood releases of the year. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Stay tuned...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, December 16 - Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar continues its phenomenal theatrical run and is heading towards becoming the highest-grossing Indian film of 2025 at the domestic as well as the worldwide box office. The film's run has been nothing short of unbelievable, with records being shattered daily. Have a look at every major box office record Dhurandhar has created (as of December 15) - (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) - Biggest opening weekend for Ranveer Singh with 103 crores net. - Biggest seventh day for an A-rated film in Hindi with 27 crores net. - Biggest opening week for Ranveer Singh with 207.25 crores net. - Biggest eigth day for any film in Hindi with 32.50 crores net. - Biggest ningth day for any film in Hindi with 53 crores net. - Biggest tenth day for any film in Hindi with 58 crores net. - Biggest second weekend for any film in Hindi with 143.50 crores net. - Biggest second Friday for any film in Hindi - Biggest second Saturday for any film in Hindi (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) - Biggest second Sunday for any film in Hindi - Biggest second Monday for any film in Hindi - Biggest second Tuesday for any film in Hindi with 30 crore net. - Biggest second Wednesday for any film in Hindi with 25.50 crore net. - Biggest second Thursday for any film in Hindi with 23.25 crore net. - Biggest third Firday for any film in Hindi with 22.50 crore net. - Biggest third Saturday for ahy film in Hindi with 34.25 crore net. - Biggest eleventh day for an A-rated film in Hindi - Highest-grossing film for Ranveer Singh with 588 crores gross worldwide in 11 days. - Highest-grossing film for director Aditya Dhar - Highest-grossing A-rated Indian film of 2025 - Only film (with 100+ crores opening weekend) to score a jump in the second weekend. - Biggest second week ever in Hindi - Only film to score 200+ crore net in second week in Hindi - Fastest Bollywood film to enter 500 crore net in Hindi (16 days) - Fastest A-rated film to enter 500 crore net in Hindi (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) - Second biggest opening day for an A-rated film in Hindi with 28 crores net, behind Animal's 54.75 crores net. - Second biggest second day for an A-rated film in Hindi with 32 crores net, behind Animal's 58.35 crores - Second biggest third day for an A-rated film in Hindi with 43 crores net, behind Animal's 63.50 crores net - Second biggest fourth day for an A-rated film in Hindi with 23.25 crores net, behind Animal's 40 crores net. - Second biggest fifth day for an A-rated film in Hindi with 27 crores net, behind Animal's 34 crores net. - Second biggest sixth day for an A-rated film in Hindi with 27 crores net, behind Animal's 27.80 crores net. Stay tuned...

BY SACNILK TEAM

The year 2025 has officially become a landmark year for Indian cinema, defined by a series of box office juggernauts that have shattered linguistic and genre barriers. What began with the divine roar of Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 has now evolved into a high-stakes battle for supremacy. The latest entrant to this elite list is Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar, which has stormed past the ₹500 crore mark in just 10 days. Unlike the earlier blockbusters that have largely concluded their runs, Dhurandhar is currently in the middle of a box office rampage, breathing fresh life into theaters and challenging the benchmarks set by its predecessors. A closer look at the leaderboard reveals a fascinating contrast in trajectory. While Kantara Chapter 1 and Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava sit comfortably at the top with colossal lifetime grosses crossing ₹800 crores, the dynamics in the ₹500 crore bracket are shifting rapidly. Dhurandhar has already eclipsed the lifetime collection of Coolie and is now breathing down the neck of the romantic musical Saiyaara. What makes this feat remarkable is the speed; while its competitors took weeks to consolidate these numbers, Dhurandhar has achieved this dominance in merely a week and a half, signaling that its final landing spot could be much higher up the ladder. The trade is buzzing with anticipation as Dhurandhar continues its unstoppable theatrical run with strong holdover audiences. It serves as the perfect counter-narrative to the mythological and historical grandeur of the year's top two hits, proving that a gritty, high-octane spy thriller can deliver equally massive numbers. As it heads into its second week with virtually no slowing down, the industry isn't just celebrating its entry into the ₹500 crore club, but actively calculating just how far this Ranveer Singh starrer will go in chasing down the year's biggest records. Metric Kantara 1 Chhaava Saiyaara Dhurandhar Coolie India Net Rs. 622.04 Cr Rs. 601.54 Cr Rs. 329.73 Cr Rs. 350.75 Cr Rs. 285.01 Cr India Gross Rs. 740.89 Cr Rs. 716.91 Cr Rs. 398.25 Cr Rs. 420.75 Cr Rs. 337.5 Cr Overseas Rs. 111 Cr Rs. 91 Cr Rs. 171.5 Cr Rs. 123.25 Cr Rs. 180.5 Cr WORLDWIDE Rs. 851.89 Cr Rs. 807.91 Cr Rs. 569.75 Cr Rs. 544 Cr Rs. 518.00 Cr Budget Rs. 125 Cr Rs. 130 Cr Rs. 45 Cr Rs. 280 Cr Rs. 350 Cr Full Report DayWise DayWise DayWise DayWise DayWise

BY CHRISTA LINCY

The God of Masses has arrived, and the box office is trembling. Nandamuri Balakrishna’s highly anticipated sequel, Akhanda 2: Thandavam, has taken a thunderous start at the ticket windows. Riding on the massive goodwill of the first part and the deadly combination of NBK and Boyapati Srinu, the film has registered a fantastic opening weekend. As of its first Sunday (Day 3), the film has grossed approximately₹83 Crores worldwide. While it narrowly missed the century mark in the first three days, it has set a solid foundation to challenge the lifetime figures of Balakrishna’s biggest hits like Daaku Maharaaj and Veera Simha Reddy. Here is a detailed look at Akhanda 2's current standing against NBK's Top 4 highest grossing movies Akhanda 2 India Net(As os day 3) ₹ 61.1 Cr India gross(As os day 3) ₹ 72.4 Cr Worldwide(As os day 3) ₹ 83.0 Cr Overseas(As os day 3) ₹ 10.6 Cr Verdict NA Daaku Maharaaj India Net ₹ 90.93 Cr India Gross ₹ 107.7 Cr Worldwide ₹ 125.8 Cr Overseas ₹ 18.1 Cr Verdict Above Average Veera Simha Reddy India Net ₹ 97.64 Cr India Gross ₹ 115 Cr Worldwide ₹ 130.0 Cr Overseas ₹ 15.0 Cr Verdict Hit Akhanda India Net ₹ 89.0 Cr India Gross ₹ 103.3 Cr Worldwide ₹ 117.0 Cr Overseas ₹ 13.7 Cr Verdict Blockbuster Bhagavanth Kesari India Net ₹ 84.78 Cr India Gross ₹ 99.7 Cr Worldwide ₹ 114.5 Cr Overseas ₹ 14.8 Cr Verdict Hit

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, December 15 - Dhurandhar is wreaking havoc at the box office as it continues its unstoppable run on the second Monday. The Ranveer Singh-fronted film has been on a record-breaking spree, and today is no different, as the film has scored the biggest ever second Monday in Hindi. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dhurandhar is looking to outnumber its opening day collection of 28 crores net on its second Monday as early estimates suggest 29-31 crores net. These are astonishing numbers for a film in its second week, and that too on the working days, which underscores the insanity of its box office run. The spy actioner has comfortably beaten the biggest second Monday record of Pushpa 2 - The Rule, which minted 20.50 crores net last year. In fact, Dhurandhar is trending ahead of each of the first Monday to Thursday collections. This was somehow expected, given the capacity issues it faced during the second weekend and the growing demand is now translating into big numbers during weekdays, which points to the long run. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) After the second Monday collection, Dhurandhar's total collection stands at around 380 crores net, and it will already be crossing the 400 crores mark by tomorrow itself. Given the massive demand, the makers have opted for regular prices on the second Tuesday in a row. Stay tuned...