BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, July 31 - Spider-Man: Brand New Day has taken the Indian box office by storm, crossing the 130 crore gross mark in just two days. The Marvel blockbuster opened to record-breaking numbers on Thursday and has followed it up with an extraordinary hold on Friday, cementing its position as the biggest Hollywood release ever in India. With the weekend still to come, the film is already rewriting the record books. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) On its opening day, Brand New Day grossed around 72.50 crore (60.50 crore net), registering the biggest opening day ever for a Hollywood film at the Indian box office. The achievement becomes even more remarkable considering the film debuted on a mid-week Thursday rather than a traditional Friday, yet still managed to surpass every previous benchmark for an international release. The film is holding exceptionally well on its second day, with collections heading towards 60 crore gross (50 crore net). This will take its two-day total to over 130 crore gross (110 crore net), an unprecedented feat for a Hollywood title in India. Strong occupancy across premium formats, coupled with excellent word-of-mouth and impressive turnout for the Hindi, English, Tamil, and Telugu versions, has kept the momentum intact. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Based on current trends, Spider-Man 4 is now expected to collect around 275 crore gross during its four-day opening weekend. If achieved, it will comfortably become the biggest opening weekend ever for a non-Indian film in the country, setting a new benchmark. Bookings for Saturday and Sunday continue to indicate another massive surge in collections. With no signs of slowing down, the Tom Holland-led superhero movie is on course for a historic theatrical run in India. The film has already delivered the biggest Hollywood opening in the market's history, and its phenomenal weekend trajectory suggests that several more box office milestones are set to fall in the coming days.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, July 31 - After delivering success with Welcome To The Jungle, superstar Akshay Kumar and director Ahmed Khan are gearing up to collaborate once again. The filmmaker has confirmed that the duo is actively discussing their next project, with several ideas currently in development. While nothing has been officially finalised, Ahmed Khan revealed that both he and Akshay are eager to continue their successful partnership. Speaking about their plans, Ahmed Khan shared that he has multiple scripts in place for Akshay Kumar. According to the director, four different concepts are being discussed, ranging across action, comedy, and romance. The team is taking its time to identify the strongest script before making an official announcement, ensuring that their next venture lives up to the expectations created by Welcome To The Jungle. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The collaboration between Akshay Kumar and Ahmed Khan has been built on years of friendship and mutual trust. Their latest film, Welcome To The Jungle, brought together an ensemble cast and struck a chord with audiences, emerging as a box office success. The positive reception has further strengthened their confidence in working together again, making another collaboration a natural progression. Although details regarding the title, cast, and production schedule are being kept under wraps, Ahmed Khan indicated that an announcement could be made once the script is locked. With four promising ideas already on the table and both the actor and director keen to reunite, fans can look forward to another big-screen entertainer from the successful duo in the near future.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, July 31 - Imtiaz Ali's Main Vaapas Aaunga has completed an impressive 50-day theatrical run, marking a major milestone for the emotional Partition-era drama starring Diljit Dosanjh, Sharvari, Vedang Raina, and Naseeruddin Shah. Celebrating the achievement, the filmmaker thanked audiences for embracing the film, which steadily grew through positive word of mouth despite a modest opening at the box office. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) While the film has enjoyed remarkable staying power, it has narrowly missed the coveted 100 crore worldwide gross milestone. Main Vaapas Aaunga has collected around 99.25 crore worldwide, falling just short of the landmark despite a rebound theatrical run. The film has earned approximately 65 crore net in India (around 77.25 crore gross) along with 22 crore from overseas markets, making it one of the better-performing Hindi sleeper successes of 2026. Released on June 12, 2026, the film overcame stiff competition from multiple high-profile releases thanks to glowing reviews, A.R. Rahman's music, and strong audience appreciation. Its consistent weekday holds transformed it from a slow starter into a genuine success story, proving that content-driven cinema can still enjoy a long theatrical life. Although the 100 crore worldwide mark now appears unlikely, Main Vaapas Aaunga has already exceeded most trade expectations. The film's 50-day theatrical run is an achievement in itself in today's fast-changing exhibition landscape, and it further strengthens Imtiaz Ali's reputation for delivering emotionally resonant stories that find their audience over time. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Imtiaz Ali (@imtiazaliofficial)

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, July 31 - The countdown has begun for Mirzapur: The Movie, one of the most anticipated Hindi films of the year. Bringing the blockbuster streaming franchise to the big screen for the first time, the film is set for a worldwide theatrical release on September 4, 2026. With the teaser already generating massive excitement among fans, anticipation is now building for the next major promotional asset. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) According to the latest reports, the highly-anticipated trailer of the film will be launched on August 11, nearly three weeks before the theatrical release. The trailer is expected to provide a deeper look at the story, gritty action sequences, and the intense power struggle that defines the Mirzapur universe, officially kicking off the film's promotional campaign ahead of its big-screen debut. Directed by Gurmmeet Singh and written by Puneet Krishna, Mirzapur: The Movie is backed by Amazon MGM Studios and Excel Entertainment, with Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani serving as producers. The film reunites fan-favourite characters, including Pankaj Tripathi as Kaleen Bhaiya, Ali Fazal as Guddu Pandit, and Divyenndu as Munna. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The ensemble cast also includes Jitendra Kumar, Ravi Kishan, Abhishek Banerjee, Rasika Dugal, Shweta Tripathi, Shriya Pilgaonkar, and several other familiar faces from the franchise. The teaser had already hinted at the grand cinematic scale of the film while bringing back the franchise's iconic characters. With less than a month remaining before release, the August 11 trailer is expected to dominate online conversations and offer audiences their best look yet at what promises to be one of the biggest theatrical adaptations of an Indian streaming series.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Here is the Hollywood movie Spider-Man: Brand New Day's box office collection in all countries. This film is directed by Destin Daniel Cretton and produced by Columbia Pictures, Marvel Studios, and Pascal Pictures, and distributed by Sony Pictures Releasing. Spider-Man: Brand New Day stars Tom Holland, Zendaya, Sadie Sink, Jacob Batalon, and Jon Bernthal in key roles. Spider-Man: Brand New Day Box Office Collection Country Wise CountryGBOC USA - China $35.00M France $6.75M Germany - South Korea $4.80M The UK $17.30M Australia - India - Mexico $7.30M Spain $3.70M Italy $7.80M Brazil $5.00M Rest Of The World $25+M Total $100M** (July 29, 2026) ** All are approx collection. Data will be added from time to time. Spider-Man: Brand New Day Day Wise Box Office Collection | North America DayGBOCDate Day 0 [Previews] - - Worldwide Collection - $100M (₹950 Cr) Overseas Collection - $100M (₹950 Cr) Domestic Collection (USA) - Release Date in India - July 30, 2026. For more and the latest news about Hollywood Box Office Collection, Stay tuned to us.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

The return of the web-slinger to Chinese theaters with Spider-Man: Brand New Day has done something few Hollywood films have managed recently: it has completely reignited a market that many thought had cooled on American superheroes. After Spider-Man: No Way Home missed out on a theatrical release in the country back in 2021, the anticipation for this installment was clearly at a boiling point. The film opened on Wednesday to a massive first-day gross of approximately $37 million, according to data from local tracking platforms like Maoyan. This is a significant moment because it represents the biggest opening day for a superhero movie in China in seven years. The anticipation in Beijing has translated into record-breaking engagement even before the first official showtime. Pre-sales for the film wrapped up at a staggering $18.6 million, or roughly RMB 126.2 million, marking the strongest performance for any imported film in the last three summers. This momentum was further underscored by massive demand for midnight previews, which generated over $3.25 million in ticket sales across 9,400 screenings on Tuesday night. Consequently, the film is currently tracking to earn between $130 million and $155 million for its opening weekend. This would officially make it the biggest debut for a Hollywood live-action film in China since the release of Avengers: Endgame, signaling a major return to form for international blockbusters in the region. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The last time a superhero film reached these heights was Spider-Man: Far From Home, which debuted with a $36 million opening day. By edging past that record, Brand New Day has effectively erased years of sluggish post-pandemic performance for the genre. For comparison, the best-performing superhero opener in recent times was Venom: The Last Dance in 2024, which started with just $9.4 million. Seeing Spidey jump back to the $37 million range shows that the character still holds a unique, top-tier status with the Chinese audience that other franchises have struggled to maintain. While the opening day is spectacular, it is the long-term trajectory that has trade analysts truly excited. Early projections for the film lifetime run in China are already touching the $255 million mark. If it hits that target, it would not only be a franchise best but would also surpass the Chinese earnings of James Cameron Avatar: The Way of Water, which ended its run with $246 million. While it still trails the massive $632 million benchmark set by Avengers: Endgame, it is firmly positioning itself as the most successful solo Hollywood outing in the territory for years. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The success is also a clear sign that the Chinese market still craves high-quality, recognizable IP when the execution hits the right notes. In a year where domestic epics like Ne Zha 2 and Pegasus 3 have dominated the local charts, Spider-Man: Brand New Day has managed to carve out a massive space for itself. Much of this is attributed to the heavy focus on premium formats; IMAX and 3D screenings were reportedly sold out across major cities like Beijing and Shanghai for the first few days. It seems the visual spectacle of the MCU combined with the seven-year wait for a live-action Spidey on Chinese screens created the perfect storm for a box office comeback. Hollywood films in China often see steep drops after the initial rush, but with the current buzz and strong word-of-mouth, the film is expected to dominate the international charts for weeks. For now, the verdict is clear: the wall-crawler has successfully recaptured one of the world most important movie markets, proving that the bond between this character and Chinese fans is stronger than ever.