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The Welcome franchise has established itself as one of the most resilient comedy brands in Indian cinema over the last two decades. The journey began in 2007 with the first film grossing roughly 119.50 crore worldwide, followed by Welcome Back in 2015 which earned approximately 168.70 crore. Together, the first two installments brought in a combined worldwide gross of 288.20 crore. Now, with the third part, Welcome To The Jungle, the franchise is expanding significantly, already pushing the collective total well past the 460 crore mark globally. Featuring a massive ensemble led by Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, and Paresh Rawal, this film has managed to sustain interest by leaning into the nostalgic value of the brand. Looking at the Day 13 box office numbers, which fell on its second Wednesday, Welcome To The Jungle collected a net of 2.35 crore across India. This represents a 21.7 percent drop from the previous day’s net of 3.00 crore. While mid-week dips are expected for big-budget entertainers in their second week, the film maintained a presence across 6,372 shows during the day. This brings its total India net collection to 122.90 crore and its total India gross to 146.10 crore. When we look at the cumulative footprint, these numbers have been achieved through a massive scheduling of over 1.13 lakh shows since its release. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The international market has provided a steady cushion to the overall totals. On its thirteenth day, the film added 0.50 crore from overseas territories, taking its total overseas gross to 31.45 crore. According to data tracked by Venky Box Office, the film earned 37,000 dollars (approx. 31 lakh) in North America on Tuesday, pushing its total in that region to 1.51 million dollars (approx. 12.65 crore). When we combine the domestic and international figures, the total worldwide gross collection for Welcome To The Jungle currently stands at 177.55 crore. The major national cinema chains provides a detailed look at urban audience engagement. PVR led the contributions with approximately 4,700 tickets sold for a gross of 12.90 lakh. INOX followed with about 3,100 tickets and a gross of 7.20 lakh, while Cinepolis accounted for roughly 1,650 tickets with a gross of 3.60 lakh. Collectively, these chains sold approximately 9,450 tickets, contributing around 23 lakh to the day's earnings. The overall occupancy for the Hindi 2D version stood at 11.92 percent on Wednesday, with night shows showing the best footfalls at 16.08 percent. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Regional performance remains fairly consistent across the major hubs. The National Capital Region recorded an occupancy of 11 percent across 670 shows, while Mumbai saw slightly higher engagement at 12 percent from 421 shows. Cities like Bengaluru and Pune also hovered around the 11 to 12 percent mark. Digital engagement on BookMyShow also remains visible, with 30,940 tickets booked on Wednesday following a high of 54,120 on Tuesday. This brings the total number of tickets sold on the platform to approximately 21.93 lakh so far. Amidst this theatrical run, director Ahmed Khan has shared some significant updates regarding the future of the franchise. In an exclusive conversation with Koimoi, the filmmaker officially confirmed that Welcome 4 is already in the development pipeline. While his immediate priority is launching his son Azaan, he mentioned that the next part of the Welcome series will be his subsequent project. Ahmed Khan also hinted at having a packed schedule with multiple event films in development with producers like Firoze Nadiadwala and Sajid Nadiadwala. The confirmation of a fourth part, coming just as the third installment crosses major domestic milestones, suggests that the producers are keen on maintaining the momentum of this comedy universe. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) With its worldwide gross approaching the 180 crore mark, Welcome To The Jungle has managed to scale higher than the original 2007 film and is closing the gap with the second installment. The focus for the coming weekend will be on how much further it can push its totals before new releases arrive. For a franchise that relies heavily on ensemble energy and family-friendly humor, the current trajectory indicates that there is still a significant appetite for this brand of entertainment on the big screen.

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Mumbai, March 22 – Bollywood star Shahid Kapoor-fronted O' Romeo has run out of gas at the box office and is all set to arrive on digital platform after completing its theatrical run. The film, which hit cinemas on February 13, 2026, received a decent response at the box office and has now reportedly locked its digital premiere window. According to the latest reports, Vishal Bhardwaj's directed film will first be available for rent starting March 27, 2026, before making its way to subscription-based streaming. The movie will premiere on Amazon Prime Video for rent, where viewers can pay a fee to watch the film early. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) This strategy has become increasingly popular among recent Bollywood releases, allowing filmmakers to extend revenue beyond theatrical collections. For those waiting to stream it as part of their subscription, the film is expected to become available for all Prime members in the second week of April 2026, after an 8-week theatrical run. Produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, O' Romeo is a gritty action drama set against the backdrop of crime and romance, featuring Shahid Kapoor in an intense and stylised role. The film blends elements of love, betrayal, and violence, staying true to Bhardwaj's signature storytelling style. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The film grossed over 100 crores at the worldwide box office, but it ended up as a below-average affair due to the high cost involved. With digital release in sight, the makers hope it will reach a wider audience on Amazon Prime Video. Stay tuned...

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After completing its successful runs in theaters and on digital platforms, Tiger Shroff's high-octane actioner Baaghi 4 is finally set for its world television premiere. The film, which features a heavyweight face-off between Tiger Shroff and Sanjay Dutt, will make its satellite debut tonight, Saturday, March 14, at 8:00 PM.The television audience will now get to experience the film's blend of large-scale action sequences and the emotional vulnerability showcased by Shroff, particularly in the pivotal interval blocks. Directed by A. Harsha and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, Baaghi 4 originally arrived in cinemas on September 5, 2025. During its comprehensive theatrical lifecycle, the film recorded an underwhelming run at the box office, spanning a total of 29,991 shows across domestic and international circuits. The movie concluded its theatrical run with a lifetime worldwide gross of ₹77.67 crore. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   This total included an India gross of ₹62.87 crore (amounting to ₹53.38 crore net) and a solid overseas contribution of ₹14.80 crore, performing particularly well in action-heavy markets. Prior to its television premiere, the film followed a strategic digital rollout on Amazon Prime Video. To maximize its reach, the producers implemented a tiered release, starting with a rental (TVOD) window on October 17, 2025, before moving to a standard streaming launch for all Prime subscribers on October 31, 2025. This multi-platform journey has allowed the film to sustain its visibility over the last several months before landing on satellite television. The satellite premiere on Zee Cinema marks the final stage of the film's primary distribution cycle. While the movie underperformed at the ticket windows, it secured substantial non-theatrical revenue, with satellite rights reported at approximately ₹25 crore and streaming rights (Prime Video) reported at around ₹50 crore. A strong viewership turnout is now expected, given the franchise's established popularity on television and the added attraction of Sanjay Dutt's veteran presence. With the television premiere tonight, the film is likely to reach a significant new audience among families and viewers who traditionally wait for the satellite broadcast of major action entertainers.

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Mumbai, January 21 - Shahid Kapoor reunites with director Vishal Bhardwaj for an action drama film, titled O Romeo. The film has been in the making since last year and is scheduled to hit the big screens on February 13, 2026, amid huge expectations from the duo. The makers recently unveiled the first look teaser of the film, followed by the excellent trailer, which has raised expectations. By the look of the trailer, it seems the film with unapologeticaly raw and brutal with its action and some intense romance. O Romeo is produced by Sajid Nadiadwala under his banner Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment. The film features a big ensemble, including Tripti Dimri, Nana Patekar, Disha Patani, Vikrant Massey, Fareeda Jalal, Avinash Tiwary, Aruna Irani, Hussain Dalal, and Tamannaah Bhatia in key roles. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Stay tuned...

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Salman Khan is all set to storm the box office with a massive line-up. From the patriotic Battle of Galwan to a confirmed Kick 2, and a buzzing collaboration with Aryan Khan, here is everything you need to know. The excitement around Salman Khan is at an all-time high! If the latest reports are to be believed, Bhai fans are in for a treat that extends well beyond just one movie. We have been hearing some exclusive whispers about his upcoming slate. Let’s break down the verified news and the sizzling rumors making waves in the industry. First things first, let's talk about the project that has everyone talking—Battle of Galwan. Directed by Apoorva Lakhia, this war drama is reportedly based on the 2020 Galwan Valley clash. According to the latest buzz, the makers are planning to drop the teaser on December 27th, just in time to build hype for the new year. Reports suggest that filming has recently wrapped up, with Salman portraying a high-ranking army officer. The film also stars Chitrangda Singh in a pivotal role. The subject matter is intense, patriotic, and perfect for a superstar of Salman's stature. If the teaser indeed drops this month, it will be the perfect year-end gift for fans! For those who were waiting for an official word on Kick 2, the wait is over. It has been confirmed that Salman Khan and producer Sajid Nadiadwala are reuniting for the sequel to their 2014 blockbuster. Salman himself has given the nod, and pre-production is in full swing.While the release date isn't locked, the confirmation alone is enough to get us excited about seeing Devil back in action. The movie is expected to go on floors after Salman wraps up his current commitments, with the makers promising an actioner that's bigger and better than the first. Now, coming to the biggest rumour that has set the internet on fire. We all saw the magic when Salman made a cameo in Aryan Khan's directorial debut series, The Ba*ds of Bollywood, earlier this year.But it seems that was just the beginning. A massive exclusive report claims that Aryan Khan has pitched a script to Salman Khan, and the superstar has shown keen interest. Unlike the web series, this is rumoured to be a full-fledged feature film in the Action-Thriller zone. But wait, there's more! The script reportedly demands a young actor alongside Salman. Speculations are rife that names like Ranveer Singh or Varun Dhawan are being considered for this parallel lead role. Imagine Salman Khan and Ranveer/Varun in an action thriller directed by Aryan Khan – this could be the casting coup of the decade.It looks like the Sultan of Bollywood is gearing up to rule the box office for the next few years.

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2025 has truly been a blockbuster year for Hindi cinema — a year where genres collided, stars reinvented themselves, and box office numbers soared like never before. From historical spectacles and soulful romances to animated epics and full-blown comedies, Bollywood delivered it all — and audiences showed up in massive numbers. With films like Chhaava rewriting records, Saiyaara giving newcomers a dream debut, and War 2 expanding the spy universe, the year proved that theatrical magic is well and truly alive. Here’s a look at the highest-grossing Hindi films of 2025, ranked by their box office triumphs and audience impact. Highest-Grossing Hindi Films of 2025 Rank Movie Cast (Male / Female Lead) Box Office Collection 1 Chhaava Vicky Kaushal, Rashmika Mandanna ₹807.91 Cr Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava stormed the box office with an impressive opening of ₹31 crore on Day 1 and maintained its momentum through the week, collecting ₹219.25 crore in its first seven days. The film went on to earn ₹807.91 crore worldwide, including ₹91 crore from overseas markets. Made on an approximate budget of ₹130 crore, Chhaava marked Vicky Kaushal’s third film to enter the ₹100 crore club and Rashmika Mandanna’s sixth. Overall, it became the 127th Hindi film to cross the ₹100 crore benchmark — cementing its place among 2025’s biggest blockbusters.. Rank Movie Cast (Male / Female Lead) Box Office Collection 2 Saiyaara Ahaan Panday, Aneet Padda ₹569.75 Cr The romantic drama Saiyaara opened strong with ₹21.5 crore on Day 1 and soared to ₹172.75 crore by the end of its first week. Overseas audiences embraced it equally, contributing another ₹171.5 crore. Starring debutant Ahaan Panday alongside Aneet Padda, the film became one of the highest-earning romantic dramas of the decade and a defining success for its fresh-faced leads. Rank Movie Cast (Male / Female Lead) Box Office Collection 3 War 2 Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR ₹364.35 Cr War 2, the much-awaited entry in YRF’s Spy Universe, exploded into cinemas with a massive ₹52 crore Day 1 haul. The first week alone fetched ₹204.25 crore domestically, while its overseas earnings stood at ₹81.75 crore. Mounted on a ₹400 crore budget, the Hrithik Roshan-led spectacle delivered large-scale action and global appeal, becoming a major hit despite its high cost and earning acclaim for its crossover storyline. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Rank Movie Cast (Male / Female Lead) Box Office Collection 4 Mahavatar Narsimha Voice Cast ₹325.74 Cr Hombale Films’ animated epic Mahavatar Narsimha opened modestly with ₹1.75 crore on Day 1 but grew steadily through strong word-of-mouth, collecting ₹44.75 crore in its opening week and ₹28 crore overseas. Made on a modest ₹15 crore budget, the Ashwin Kumar-directed film became the highest-grossing Indian animated movie ever, surpassing even Disney’s The Lion King (2019) at the Indian box office — an unprecedented feat in Indian animation history. Rank Movie Cast (Male / Female Lead) Box Office Collection 5 Housefull 5 Multiple Leads ₹288.58 Cr The fifth instalment of the popular comedy franchise, Housefull 5, began its run with ₹24 crore on Day 1 and collected ₹127.25 crore in its first week. Overseas, the film fetched ₹70.25 crore. Made at a staggering cost of ₹250 crore, it became India’s most expensive comedy film, releasing across 5000 screens domestically and over 2000 screens overseas. Despite mixed reviews, it proved to be a major crowd-puller and ended with ₹288.58 crore globally. Rank Movie Cast (Male / Female Lead) Box Office Collection 6 Sitaare Zameen Par Aamir Khan, Genelia Deshmukh ₹267.34 Cr Aamir Khan’s Sitaare Zameen Par started slow at ₹10.7 crore on opening day but grew impressively to ₹88.9 crore in its first week and ₹66.75 crore overseas. With an estimated budget of ₹122 crore, the film sustained excellent word-of-mouth and crossed ₹150 crore net in India by its third week. It went on to surpass the lifetime totals of major titles like Tanu Weds Manu Returns, OMG 2, and Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani, proving Aamir’s emotional storytelling still strikes a chord with audiences. Rank Movie Cast (Male / Female Lead) Box Office Collection 7 Raid 2 Ajay Devgn, Vaani Kapoor ₹237 Cr Ajay Devgn’s Raid 2 maintained his stronghold on the thriller genre, earning ₹19.25 crore on Day 1 and ₹95.75 crore in its opening week. The overseas collection touched ₹31 crore, bringing its worldwide total past ₹237 crore. Produced on a ₹120 crore budget, the sequel built on the first film’s tension and realism — turning into one of the year’s most profitable mid-budget hits. Rank Movie Cast (Male / Female Lead) Box Office Collection 8 Sikandar Salman Khan, Rashmika Mandanna ₹184.60 Cr Salman Khan’s Sikandar roared into theatres with a ₹26 crore opening, followed by ₹90.25 crore in its first week. Overseas markets contributed another ₹54 crore. With a production cost of around ₹200 crore, the film delivered a solid worldwide total of ₹184.6 crore. Although not a record-breaker, it reaffirmed Salman’s festive box office pull and Rashmika Mandanna’s continued streak as a dependable co-star in big-ticket entertainers. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Rank Movie Cast (Male / Female Lead) Box Office Collection 9 Jolly LLB 3 Multiple Leads ₹170.8 Cr The courtroom comedy Jolly LLB 3 opened with ₹12.5 crore on Day 1 and secured ₹74 crore in its first week, alongside ₹31.5 crore from overseas markets. Despite being mounted on a ₹160 crore budget, the multi-lead setup and familiar humour drew strong word-of-mouth, eventually pushing the film into the ₹100 crore club and proving the Jolly brand’s consistency with audiences. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Rank Movie Cast (Male / Female Lead) Box Office Collection 10 Sky Force Akshay Kumar, Sara Ali Khan ₹149 Cr Inspired by true events, Sky Force took off with ₹12.25 crore on its opening day and collected ₹86.5 crore by the end of Week 1. Overseas, it brought in ₹14.5 crore. Made on an estimated ₹160 crore budget, the Akshay Kumar and Sara Ali Khan-starrer earned ₹149 crore worldwide. While not among the year’s top grossers, the patriotic action drama found appreciation for its emotional storytelling and grand aerial sequences. As the curtains draw on 2025, it’s clear that Bollywood has bounced back stronger than ever. The year was driven by variety — from mythological grandeur to emotional storytelling, each film found its audience and moment under the spotlight. While Chhaava emerged as the year’s undisputed box office king, movies like Mahavatar Narsimha and Sitaare Zameen Par reminded us that content still reigns supreme. With new faces entering the ₹100 crore club and franchises pushing boundaries, the Hindi film industry’s winning streak seems unstoppable as it heads into 2026.