BY SUNIT JANGIR

Hyderabad, March 31 - The much-awaited update on Allu Arjun's next big project, tentatively titled AA22xA6, is finally here, and it's set to arrive on a special date. The film is directed by Atlee, marking his first collaboration with Telugu superstar, and produced by Sun Pictures. While the update about the film was already reported, there have been rumours that the makers would be unveiling the first look teaser along with the title and release date of the film. Now, putting an end to the rumours, producer Bunny Vasu has provided a big update on the same. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) BV pic.twitter.com/yFMwd3YtrR— Absolute KCPD (@AbsoluteKCPD) March 31, 2026 Contrary to the rumours, the producer said that the makers will only release the first look title poster on Allu Arjun's birthday, April 8. He said that AA22xA6 is a special film for the makers, and that is the reason they don't want to reveal much other than the title and poster. Made on a budget of over 600 crores, AA22xA6 is a sci-fi actioner, with potential time-travel elements. It boasts a massive female star cast, including Deepika Padukone, Rashmika Mandanna, Janhvi Kapoor, and Mrunal Thakur, in key roles. It is currently in production. Stay tuned...

BY SACNILK TEAM

Mumbai, March 31 - Lady superstar Nayanthara has been locked in to play the female lead opposite superstar Salman Khan in director Vamshi Paidipally's action drama. This marks the first collaboration between the two actors, promising a fresh dynamic for audiences across markets. The film was officially announced on March 30, and now, the makers have also confirmed the female lead. The yet untitled film will be produced by Dil Raju under the banner of Sri Venkateswara Creations. The shoot of the movie is scheduled to begin in April this year for a grand festive release in 2027. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The collaboration of Salman Khan and Vamshi Paidipally has been getting a lot of attention, even before it was officially announced. The Bollywood superstar has been looking at South Indian directors lately, and in Vamshi, whose filmography boasts films like Maharshi and Varisu, he found an able director who can do justice to his stardom. Meanwhile, Salman will next be seen in director Apoorva Lakhia's Maatrubhumi, which was originally titled as Battle of Galwan. The film is based on the true events of the Galwan Valley clash between Indian and Chinese troops in 2020. The movie is currently in post-production and is expected to be released in mid-2026. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The Queen Arrives 🔥The epitome of versatility and excellence #NAYANTHARA joins #SalmanKhanVamshiPaidipallyFilm 💥💥It’s an honour to have You on board for something truly special that’s underway 🙏🏻#SVC63 @BeingSalmanKhan @directorvamshi #DilRaju #Shirish @SVC_official… pic.twitter.com/sRtMdUBsBI— Sri Venkateswara Creations (@SVC_official) March 31, 2026

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Hyderabad, March 31 - Superstar Allu Arjun has been busy with director Atlee's sci-fi actioner, called AA22xA6. It is touted to be the most ambitious film in the actor's career, and the buzz is high for the same. The makers are gearing up for a special glimpse on the actor's birthday on April 8. While Allu Arjun's full focus has been on Atlee's directorial, the actor is quietly locking his next set of films. Recently, he officially announced his long-awaited collaboration with director Lokesh Kangaraj, which is going to be his 23rd film, and his 24th film is reportedly with Trivikram. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Over the last few months, there have been reports that Pushpa star has been in talks with Malayalam actor-director Basil Joseph for his landmark 25th project. Now, as per the latest development, the duo is indeed teaming up for a special Pan-India film. Allu Arjun commands a massive fan following across the country, including Kerala, where he is famous as Mallu Arjun. His film with Basil is said to have created excitement among the involved parties, and of course, the fans. While official confirmation is still pending, AA25 is being backed by AA's home banner, Geetha Arts. If all goes well, the shoot may start sometimes next year. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Allu Arjun's last film was Pushpa 2: The Rule, which was released in December 2024. It was a massive blockbuster, especially in Hindi, with over 800 crores net. The action drama is currently the third-highest-grossing Indian film at the worldwide box office with 1742 crores. His next with Atlee will be released in the summer of 2027.

BY SACNILK TEAM

Here is the Malayalam movie Prathichaya box office collection which is a political drama thriller film. This film is directed by Unnikrishnan B and produced by RD Illuminations and Sree Gokulam Movies. ## Prathichaya stars Nivin Pauly, Sharafudheen, Balachandra Menon, Harisree Ashokan, Ann Augustine, and Neethu Krishna in key roles. ## Prathichaya Box Office Collection Day Wise | All Language [See Footfalls] DayIndia Net Collection Change(+/-) Day 1 [1st Thursday] ₹ 0.7 Cr - Day 2 [1st Friday] ₹ 0.55 Cr -21.43% Day 3 [1st Saturday] ₹ 0.75 Cr 36.36% Day 4 [1st Sunday] ₹ 0.9 Cr 20.00% Day 5 [1st Monday] ₹ 0.35 Cr -61.11% Total ₹ 3.25 Cr (estimated) - ## Take Subscription To See Footfalls ## India Net Collection ₹ 3.25 Cr ## Worldwide Collection ₹ 3.78 Cr ## Overseas Collection ₹ 0 Cr ## India Gross Collection ₹ 3.78 Cr ## Prathichaya Budget: ₹ - Cr * Approx ## Prathichaya Verdict: Coming Soon ## Prathichaya Screen count ## India: - ## Overseas: - ## Worldwide total: - ## Release Date: 26th March 2026 ## For more and the latest news about Mollywood Box Office Collection, Stay tuned to us.

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🟢 OFFICIAL ACTUALS: (SECOND MONDAY) The Second Monday Hold: Dhurandhar 2 Becomes All-Time No. 2 Recording a ₹23.50 Cr Hindi net on its eleventh day, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has registered the second-highest Second Monday in history. With a cumulative India net of ₹818.04 Cr and a worldwide gross of ₹1,392.23 Cr, the film is now trailing only the original Dhurandhar in terms of post-weekend theatrical endurance. The Second Monday performance of Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge confirms a high-velocity trend that is now exclusive to this franchise. By netting ₹23.50 Cr in its Hindi version, the film has comfortably secured the No. 2 spot on the all-time leaderboard for the Second Monday, outperforming recent heavyweights like Pushpa 2: The Rule (₹20.50 Cr) and Stree 2 (₹18.50 Cr). While it remains approximately ₹7 Cr shy of the freakish hold recorded by the first Dhurandhar (₹30.50 Cr), the performance indicates a massive market saturation that remains largely unaffected by the typical post-weekend drop-off. The domestic standing currently reflects an India net of ₹818.04 Cr. More importantly, the film has managed to widen the gap against other 2023-2025 titans. Comparing the standardized Second Monday Hindi baseline,Dhurandhar 2 is operating at a 65% higher volume than Jawan (₹14.25 Cr) and nearly 80% higher than Animal (₹13.12 Cr). This shift suggests that the event-film baseline for working Mondays has moved from the ₹10–12 Cr range to the ₹20 Cr+ bracket for the very top-tier productions. With a worldwide cumulative of ₹1,392.23 Cr, the project is now entering a territory where it will begin challenging the lifetime totals of the industry's biggest global earners. TITANS LEADERBOARD: SECOND MONDAY RANK MOVIE NAME 2ND MON HINDI NET TOTAL INDIA NET WW GROSS 2 Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge ₹ 23.50 Cr ₹ 818.04 Cr ₹ 1,392.23 Cr 8 Jawan ₹ 14.25 Cr ₹ 582.31 Cr ₹ 1,160.00 Cr 10 Animal ₹ 13.12 Cr ₹ 502.98 Cr ₹ 915.00 Cr 22 Pathaan ₹ 8.25 Cr ₹ 524.53 Cr ₹ 1,055.00 Cr *Figures represent Hindi Net for the day; Totals reflect cumulative standings as of the end of the Second Monday (Day 11/12/13 as per cycle). (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) SECOND MONDAY ANALYSIS AND ALL-TIME ENDURANCE BENCHMARKS Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge (Second Monday): On its eleventh day of release, the film has recorded the second-highest Second Monday in history, netting ₹23.50 Cr in its Hindi version. While it trails the all-time record set by the first Dhurandhar (₹30.50 Cr), the performance is exceptional as it marks only the second time a film has breached the 20-crore threshold on this specific day.The film's cumulative worldwide gross of ₹1,392.23 Cr has already surpassed the entire lifetime collection of the original Dhurandhar (₹1,307.35 Cr), indicating a significantly higher overall velocity in the current run. The 2023-24 Benchmarks (Second Monday): The standardized Second Monday rankings highlight the massive gap Dhurandhar 2 has created against the previous year's titans. Jawan (Rank 8) recorded a ₹14.25 Cr Hindi net on its second Monday, while Animal (Rank 10) followed closely with ₹13.12 Cr. By outperforming these benchmarks by nearly ₹10 Cr per day, Dhurandhar 2 has effectively reset the expectations for mid-week theatrical endurance, proving that the market can now sustain high-volume footfalls well into the second week of a blockbuster run. Pathaan (Second Monday): Occupying Rank 22 on the all-time list for this specific day, Pathaan netted ₹8.25 Cr from its Hindi version. Despite being the foundational blockbuster of the post-pandemic era, its Second Monday hold is now being outpaced by Dhurandhar 2 by a factor of nearly 3:1. This comparison underscores a tectonic shift in the baseline for working-day holds, as the industry moves toward a new era of hyper-scaled theatrical economics where even a standardized Monday is expected to perform like a traditional opening day. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) ARCHIVE: THE WEEK 1 MARKET RESET The opening seven days of Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge executed a historical market reset, establishing a level of theatrical velocity previously considered unattainable in the Indian market. By closing its standardized first week with an unprecedented Hindi net of ₹546.04 Cr, the film became the first project in cinematic history to breach the ₹500 Cr mark in a single language within just seven days. This trajectory resulted in a massive compression of box office milestones; notably, the film bypassed the ₹915 Cr global lifetime gross of Animal in less than 144 hours, signaling a new era where the opening week itself acts as the definitive marker for all-time historical success. This performance fundamentally redefined the benchmarks established by the industry's previous high-water marks. Under standardized 7-day tracking, Jawan and Pathaan had established Hindi net baselines of ₹327.88 Cr and ₹318.5 Cr respectively, while Animal concluded its first week with a ₹300.81 Cr Hindi net. Dhurandhar 2 outstripped these figures by a staggering margin of over 60%, effectively normalizing the ₹100-crore daily net and maintaining high-occupancy levels through the crucial weekday stretch. Collectively, these week-one performances illustrate the evolution of the domestic box office, with Dhurandhar 2 now operating on a scale that has reset the industry's baseline for theatrical potential. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) ARCHIVE: THE DAY 3 WEEKEND EXPLOSION While Day 2 is historically about stabilization, Day 3 acts as the definitive litmus test for a film's peak theatrical capacity. For Dhurandhar 2, this day marked a historic Saturday Explosion, where a 40% growth in occupancy pushed it to a ₹113 Cr India net. In doing so, it became the first Hindi film to breach the psychological ₹100 Cr single-day barrier from its Hindi version alone (₹105 Cr). This unprecedented surge redefined the 3-day weekend trajectory, reaching a worldwide gross of ₹550 Cr in record time. This feat builds upon the benchmarks set by Jawan and Animal, both of which breached the ₹200 Cr domestic net milestone on their respective third days. Jawan shattered records on its first Saturday with a ₹77.83 Cr net, while Animal delivered a monster Sunday performance with ₹71.46 Cr and a massive 68.5% Hindi occupancy. In contrast, the market scenario for Pathaan on Day 3 was a test of resilience; following a massive Republic Day holiday, it faced a working Friday. While domestic collections saw a natural dip to ₹39.25 Cr, a massive overseas surge of ₹43.20 Cr ($5.30M) ensured it reached the ₹313 Cr worldwide mark within 72 hours. Collectively, these Day 3 performances represent the moment these titles transitioned from mere hits to cultural juggernauts. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) ARCHIVE: THE DAY 2 STABILIZATION The second day of a high-stakes release serves as the primary indicator of its long-term theatrical resilience, and for Dhurandhar 2, this phase marked a historical 48-hour sprint. By successfully navigating its first working Friday with immense holding power, the film became the fastest in history to cross the ₹200 Cr India Net mark within just two days. This performance highlights a massive compression of box office timelines, as the film maintained high-velocity occupancy levels across national multiplex chains to cement its record-breaking trajectory. This stabilization phase benchmarks significantly higher than the Day 2 surges of previous industry titans. Jawan showed incredible resilience on its first Friday, amassing a ₹128.23 Cr India Net and reaching a ₹239.47 Cr worldwide gross within 48 hours. Similarly, Animal witnessed a rare 3-4% growth on its second day despite a record-breaking start, pushing its domestic net to ₹130.07 Cr. For Pathaan, the stabilization was fueled by a massive 23% holiday jump during Republic Day, providing the backbone for its historic global opening weekend. Collectively, these Day 2 performances represent the transition from opening-day momentum to sustained market consolidation, with Dhurandhar 2 now setting a new, hyper-scaled baseline for the industry. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) DAY 1 ARCHIVE: THE BIRTH OF THE TITANS MOVIE ADVANCE BOOKING INDIA NET (D1) WW GROSS (D1) Dhurandhar 2 ₹ 52.35 Cr ₹ 102.55 Cr ₹ 162 Cr+ Jawan ₹ 40.75 Cr ₹ 75.00 Cr ₹ 129.10 Cr Animal ₹ 33.97 Cr ₹ 63.80 Cr ₹ 116.00 Cr Pathaan ₹ 32.01 Cr ₹ 57.00 Cr ₹ 104.80 Cr The journey to these record-breaking numbers reflects the evolution of the Hindi box office over the past few years.The road to these historic benchmarks reflects a strategic evolution of the Indian box office. It began with Pathaan, which shattered post-pandemic skepticism by normalizing the ₹50Cr+ start. This momentum was amplified by Jawan, which successfully integrated the North-South markets with record-breaking dub performances, while Animal proved that raw, high-stakes storytelling could command monster numbers even in a non-holiday window. Dhurandhar 2 now stands at the peak of this progression, combining massive opening day numbers, sustained weekend growth, and record-breaking single-day collections in Hindi, ultimately setting new benchmarks for opening weekend collections and redefining the scale of the Bollywood Industry.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, March 31 - Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar is gearing up for the release of his much-awaited horror-comedy Bhooth Bangla. The film, which was earlier scheduled to release on April 10, is now reportedly being pushed to April 17 to maintain a healthy gap from Dhurandhar 2, which continues to dominate the box office across the country. Bhooth Bangla marks the much-anticipated reunion of Akshay Kumar with acclaimed filmmaker Priyadarshan, making it one of the most exciting collaborations in recent times. Even though the film is still over two weeks away from release, a key update regarding its runtime has surfaced. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) According to a report by Bollywood Hungama, the film is expected to have a runtime of approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes (170 minutes). However, since the censor certification is still pending, the final duration may vary slightly. The confirmed runtime will be known closer to the release date. If the rumoured runtime indeed gets locked, it will be among Akshay Kumar's longest films in the last 12 years. The last Akshay Kumar film with a similar run time was Holiday - A Soldier Is Never Off Duty (2014), which was also 2 hours and 50 minutes long. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Meanwhile, fans are eagerly awaiting the trailer, which is expected to drop this week. It was initially planned for March 27 and later shifted to March 30, and this delay further hinted at a possible change in the release date, though an official announcement is still awaited. Produced by Balaji Motion Pictures and Cape of Good Films, the film also stars Paresh Rawal, Tabu, Wamiqa Gabbi, Rajpal Yadav, Jisshu Sengupta, Manoj Joshi, Mithila Palkar, Asrani, and Rajesh Sharma in key roles. Stay tuned...

BY CHRISTA LINCY

Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is rewriting box office history across India and overseas, but its Day 12 trend has thrown up a rare and surprising statistic — one that goes against the usual sequel dominance pattern seen in major film franchises. On its 2nd Monday (Day 12), Dhurandhar 2 collected ₹25.30 crore net across 17,614 shows, with the Hindi net alone contributing ₹23.50 crore. While these numbers are strong by industry standards, they fall short when compared to Dhurandhar Part 1, which had collected ₹30.50 crore on its 2nd Monday. This indicates an approximate drop of around 23% compared to the prequel at the same stage. What makes this trend even more surprising is the fact that Dhurandhar 2 has already surpassed the lifetime collections of its predecessor by a massive margin. By its 2nd Monday, the sequel had raced past ₹1,042.23 crore India gross and ₹872.17 crore India net, while its worldwide total had reached ₹1,392.23 crore, including ₹350 crore from overseas markets. For comparison, Dhurandhar Part 1 had collected ₹381.25 crore India net by its 2nd Monday, with a worldwide total of ₹588 crore and ₹130.50 crore coming from overseas markets during the same period. Despite Dhurandhar 2's massive overall lead in collections, the 2nd Monday trend clearly shows that the original film had a stronger hold on that specific weekday. This unusual pattern is further highlighted by BookMyShow ticket sales data for the 2nd Monday, where Dhurandhar registered 571K ticket sales, significantly ahead of Dhurandhar 2, which recorded 375K ticket sales. Other major films like Chhaava (371K), Jawan (294K), and Stree 2 (233K) followed behind, reinforcing how strong the original Dhurandhar's weekday traction was. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Franchise Movies – 2nd Monday India Net Collection Comparison FRANCHISE PREQUEL – 2nd MONDAY SEQUEL – 2nd MONDAY Dhurandhar ₹ 30.50 Cr ₹ 25.30 Cr Pushpa ₹ 4.70 Cr ₹ 26.95 Cr Baahubali ₹ 3.80 Cr ₹ 30.00 Cr In most major franchises, sequels tend to outperform prequels across all phases, including weekdays, due to higher hype and wider reach. Films like Baahubali 2 and Pushpa 2 saw consistent growth over their predecessors in almost every metric. However, Dhurandhar is emerging as a rare case where the sequel has completely dominated the overall box office but still trails the original in a key trend like the 2nd Monday hold. This indicates that while Dhurandhar 2 is operating on a much larger scale with bigger openings and faster record-breaking totals, the first film had exceptionally strong weekday stability driven by word of mouth and repeat value. It also reflects how weekday trends can sometimes tell a different story compared to overall box office dominance. From record-breaking openings to historic worldwide totals and strong sustained collections, Dhurandhar 2 continues to dominate the box office. Yet, this 2nd Monday comparison adds an interesting layer to its box office journey, proving that even in the era of massive sequels, certain benchmarks set by original films can still stand tall.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is continuing its historic box office run across India and overseas, but one of the most remarkable stories of its performance is coming from the Kerala box office, where the film is rewriting the record books for Hindi cinema. As of Day 12, Dhurandhar 2 has collected over ₹16 crore gross in Kerala, making it the highest grossing Hindi film in the state within the first 12 days of release. This is a historic achievement because Kerala has traditionally been a difficult market for Hindi films, with local Malayalam films dominating the box office. Before Dhurandhar 2, Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan was one of the strongest performing Hindi films in Kerala, collecting around ₹13.90 crore. Pathaan also performed strongly with over ₹13 crore, while Aamir Khan's Dangal crossed the ₹10 crore mark in the state. Dhurandhar Part 1 had collected around ₹8.70 crore in Kerala, making the sequel's performance almost double that of the first film within the same timeframe. Top 5 Bollywood movies in Kerala BoxOffice MOVIE NAME KERALA GROSS (12 DAYS) Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge ₹ 16+ Cr* Jawan ₹ 13.90 Cr Pathaan ₹ 13+ Cr Dangal ₹ 10+ Cr Dhurandhar (Part 1) ₹ 8.70+ Cr The Kerala box office performance becomes even more noteworthy when viewed in the context of theatre trends in the state. Over the past decade, the number of cinema theatres in Kerala has reportedly dropped significantly, with hundreds of theatres shutting down due to declining footfalls, rising costs, and the growth of OTT platforms. Industry reports have also highlighted that a large number of films released every year fail to recover costs, indicating that theatrical attendance in the state is highly selective and driven mainly by strong content or event films. In this context, Dhurandhar 2 crossing the ₹16 crore mark in Kerala within just 12 days is a significant achievement, as it reflects sustained audience turnout in a market where theatre performance depends heavily on word of mouth and strong audience reception. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) What makes this performance even more significant is that Dhurandhar 2 has achieved this milestone in just 12 days, becoming the first Hindi film in history to cross ₹15 crore gross in Kerala in such a short span. The film is now heading towards the ₹20 crore mark in the state, which would set a new benchmark for Hindi cinema in the Kerala market. The strong performance in Kerala is part of a much larger box office domination story. Dhurandhar 2 is performing exceptionally well across all territories including North India, South India, and overseas markets. The film is not just performing in traditional Hindi film markets but is also leading in several non-traditional markets for Bollywood films. As of Day 12, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has collected ₹1,392.23 crore at the worldwide box office, making it one of the fastest Hindi films to reach this milestone and further proving its massive global appeal. From North India to South India and from overseas markets to smaller domestic territories, Dhurandhar 2 is setting new benchmarks everywhere. The film is not just a box office success but a record-breaking run across multiple territories, and its Kerala performance is one of the biggest highlights of its historic theatrical run.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, March 31 - Director Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has stormed past the 800 crore net mark and is now within touching distance of beating its predecessor (840 crores) to become the highest net-grossing Hindi film of all time. What makes this feat truly historic is the pace - the sequel is set to achieve this milestone in under two weeks, a record-shattering run by all standards. The Ranveer Singh-starrer is on a box office run unlike anything we have seen before. From delivering the biggest opening weekend and first week to smashing records again with the biggest second weekend, Dhurandhar 2 isn't just breaking records; it is creating its own league by setting entirely new benchmarks for Hindi cinema. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) On its second Monday, the spy action thriller registered a phenomenal hold, collecting 23+ crores net. That was enough for it to surpass the lifetime Hindi net collection of Pushpa 2: The Rule (812 crores), starring Allu Arjun, in just 12 days. The film's total now stands at approximately 818 crores net in Hindi, just 22 crores away from overtaking Dhurandhar to claim the top spot. While Dhurandhar 2 is on the brink of rewriting history, it was the original Dhurandhar that laid the foundation of the franchise's dominance. Notably, the first film still holds one of the most remarkable weekday records, including the biggest second Monday ever with 30.50 crores net. It remains one of the rare films whose second week outperformed its opening week, a benchmark that continues to stand tall. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) All-Time Biggest Second Monday In Hindi S. No. Movie 2nd Monday 1 Dhurandhar ₹ 30.50 Cr 2 Dhurandhar 2 ₹ 23.50 Cr 3 Pushpa 2 ₹ 20.50 Cr 4 Stree 2 ₹ 18.50 Cr 5 Tiger Zinda Hai ₹ 18.04 Cr 6 Chhaava ₹ 18.00 Cr 7 Baahubali 2 ₹ 16.75 Cr 8 Jawan ₹ 14.25 Cr 9 Gadar 2 ₹ 13.50 Cr 10 Animal ₹ 13.12 Cr The weekday hold of Dhurandhar is widely regarded as one of the strongest in recent Indian cinema history. Although Dhurandhar 2 has shown a more front-loaded trend, its day-wise performance indicates a similarly strong trajectory. The next big milestone for the sequel is the prestigious 1000 crore net club, which it could potentially enter as early as its third weekend.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

The makers of Ramayana, one of the most eagerly awaited films of 2026, have achieved another major promotional milestone ahead of its grand theatrical launch. A new promotional asset titled Rama — a fresh cinematic glimpse from the epic retelling — has secured a U certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), clearing it for audiences of all ages. According to the CBFC certification, the Rama asset has a runtime of 158 seconds, or 2 minutes and 38 seconds, offering a glimpse of the characters and visual tone of the film ahead of its official release. The certification was granted on March 30, 2026, and the makers have scheduled the official unveiling of the asset on Thursday, April 2, to coincide with Hanuman Jayanti, a culturally significant occasion associated with the epic's narrative. In a recent international promotional move, Ranbir Kapoor, director Nitesh Tiwari, and producer Namit Malhotra were spotted at a special IMAX screening event in Los Angeles, California, where they showcased early visuals from Ramayana to a select audience ahead of the global release of the teaser. The screening generated enthusiastic reactions and offered glimpses of the film's scale and immersive presentation well before the official April 2 launch. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The Rama glimpse is expected to introduce key characters of the film, including Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, and Ravi Dubey as Lakshman. Sources close to the project suggest that the asset emphasizes character presence and emotional depth rather than large-scale action sequences. Ramayana, directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra, has been building anticipation since the release of its introductory video on July 3, 2025, more than a year before the film's scheduled release. The music is composed by A.R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer. The film is a two-part adaptation of the ancient Indian epic, with the first part set to release on Diwali 2026 and the second part on Diwali 2027, marking it as one of the most ambitious ventures in contemporary Bollywood cinema. Releasing the Rama asset on Hanuman Jayanti adds cultural resonance to the marketing strategy, linking the teaser to themes of devotion and heroism. With audiences already highly engaged with the film's promotional content, the April 2 release of the glimpse is expected to generate significant buzz across social media and fan communities, further amplifying anticipation for Ramayana's theatrical journey.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Hyderabad, March 31 - Power Star Pawan Kalyan-fronted action drama Ustaad Bhagat Singh is turning out to be a major box office disappointment, with its worldwide total now expected to end below the 100 crore mark. Released amid decent pre-release buzz, the film opened to a fair response at the box office, particularly in the Telugu states. However, the momentum didn't last long. After a passable opening day, collections dropped sharply from the second day itself, and the film failed to show any significant growth on the weekdays. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The drop in collections has been drastic. By the second Monday, the film's daily earnings had fallen to negligible levels, indicating that audience interest had largely faded. The situation worsened due to strong competition from Dhurandhar 2, which has dominated the box office and captured a major chunk of audience attention across the country. The second weekend further sealed its fate with disastrous collection as it has grossed around 94 crore worldwide in 12 days so far, making it almost certain that the film will wrap up its theatrical run without touching the 100 crore milestone. One of the primary reasons behind the film's underperformance is the mixed to negative word-of-mouth, which prevented it from sustaining beyond the initial day. Additionally, the film failed to make an impact in overseas markets, an area that has increasingly become crucial for big-ticket Indian films. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Box Office Performance of Pawan Kalyan's Films In The Post-Pandemic Era S. No. Movie Year Worldwide Gross 1 Vakeel Saab 2021 ₹ 137.50 Cr 2 Bheemla Nayak 2022 ₹ 158.50 Cr 3 Bro 2023 ₹ 114 Cr 4 Hari Hara Veera Mallu 2025 ₹ 117 Cr 5 They Call Him OG 2025 ₹ 295 Cr 6 Ustaad Bhagat Singh 2026 ₹ 94 Cr* Data as of March 30, 2026. Ustaad Bhagat Singh will be Pawan Kalyan's lowest-grossing film in the post-pandemic era, marking a significant setback for the star. Interestingly, even his low-hyped non-mass entertainers managed to cross the 100 crore mark in the pandemic era, but UBS has failed to do so. This comes as a surprise, especially considering his strong fan base and the high expectations surrounding the project. In the end, what started as a promising commercial entertainer is now heading toward an underwhelming finish, making Ustaad Bhagat Singh one of the notable box office misfires of the year. Stay tuned...

BY CHRISTA LINCY

Ryan Gosling's Hollywood sci-fi film Project Hail Mary is performing well at the Indian box office, especially over the weekend, despite competition from major Indian releases. The film released in India on March 20, 2026, and has shown steady growth through its opening weekend. On Day 4 (Sunday), Project Hail Mary collected approximately ₹4.75 crore net across 1,634 shows in India. With this, the film's total India net collection stands at ₹14.50 crore, while the India gross collection has reached ₹17.38 crore after four days of release. Project Hail Mary has also emerged as a breakout success among Hollywood releases in India in 2026, as it has already surpassed the lifetime business of all Hollywood films released this year within its extended opening weekend itself. This highlights the film's strong acceptance in the market despite competition from major Indian releases. A key contributor to this performance has been Sony Pictures' aggressive screen expansion strategy, which ensured wide reach across multiplexes, coupled with strong exhibitor support that helped the film maximize its weekend potential. The film witnessed strong weekend growth after a steady opening, indicating positive word of mouth among urban audiences and multiplex circuits. Hollywood films in India typically rely heavily on weekend growth, and Project Hail Mary appears to be following a similar trend. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Globally, the film is performing exceptionally well and has already crossed the $300 million mark worldwide within a short period of release, making it one of the biggest Hollywood successes of 2026 so far. The film opened strongly worldwide and continued to dominate the global box office in its second weekend. Project Hail Mary is directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller and written by Drew Goddard, based on Andy Weir's novel of the same name. The film stars Ryan Gosling in the lead role along with Sandra Hüller, Lionel Boyce, Ken Leung, Milana Vayntrub, Liz Kingsman, Orion Lee, Aaron Neil, James Ortiz, and Priya Kansara. With positive reviews, strong global performance, and steady growth in India, Project Hail Mary is expected to continue its run in multiplexes over the coming week, especially in metro cities where Hollywood films traditionally perform well.