Sunit Jangir

Sunit Jangir

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As a Senior Editor at Sacnilk, Sunit Jangir leads our coverage on Indian cinema, box office analytics, and global entertainment trends. Passionate about Cricket, Sunit Jangir is an avid sports lover. He finds inspiration in other people's life stories and try to absorb them. Though introvert by nature, he doesn't feel shy when the topic is cinema and sports, particularly cricket.

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Salman Khan's 'Sikandar' Release Date Locked
479 days ago
Bollywood

Salman Khan's 'Sikandar' Release Date Locked

Mumbai, February 25 - Super superstar Salman Khan-fronted action drama Sikandar is the next big Bollywood release. It is directed by A.R. Murugadoss, marking his first collaboration with the Bollywood superstar. ## Produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, Sikandar has been confirmed for the festive release on Eid 2025. Though the makers haven't announced the exact date yet, it has been revealed that the advance booking for the movie has started internationally with a March 30 release. ## Sikandar will be a Sunday release as Eid falls on Monday, making it the back-to-back Sunday launch for Salman Khan after Tiger 3. With these plans, the film will not have the weekend advantage, something Tiger 3 also missed and overlooked by makers. ## It needs to be seen how this release date fairs for the film as many believed that scheduling Tiger 3 on Sunday was a mistake to let go of the big advantage of the weekend before the festive holidays. Normally in this case, movies need to hit the bull's eye with content which is the only thing that can propel the film beyond holidays. ## The buzz around the film hasn't seen much movement as the makers haven't released much content to let the hype grow. However, with nearly a month to go for the release, expect back-to-back promotional content which will surely escalate the much-needed hype for the film. ## Stay tuned...

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Box Office: 'Chhaava' Second Monday (Day 11) Early Estimates
480 days ago
Bollywood

Box Office: 'Chhaava' Second Monday (Day 11) Early Estimates

Mumbai, February 24 - Vicky Kaushal's historical action drama Chhaava is proving to be an unstoppable force at the box office, showcasing remarkable staying power well into its second week. It had one of the biggest second weekends in Hindi of all time.## On its 11th day, the second Monday, the film has added an impressive 18-19 crores net to its tally, according to early estimates. This comes on the heels of one of the biggest second weekends in Hindi cinema history, underlining the movie's widespread appeal and strong audience reception. ## Chhaava has now amassed a total net collection of around 345 crores in just 11 days. The film shows no signs of slowing down, and with the Mahashivratri holiday falling on Wednesday, it's expected to get an additional boost mid-week. It will aim to reach around 400 crores net by the end of the second week. ## Looking ahead, the film has its sights set on crossing the coveted 500-crore mark in the coming days, a milestone that would solidify its status as one of Bollywood's most monumental blockbusters in recent times.## Stay tuned...

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Yash's 'Toxic' Confirmed To Be A Bilingual Blockbuster
480 days ago
Sandalwood

Yash's 'Toxic' Confirmed To Be A Bilingual Blockbuster

Bengaluru, February 24 - Kannada superstar Yash has teamed up with national-award-winning director Geethu Mohandas for a gangster action drama film Toxic – A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups. The movie has been in production since last year with plans to release in 2025. ## Recently, it was reported that Toxic would be a bilingual film and now, it has been confirmed the same. After the record-breaking success of KGF 2, Yash's popularity has soared beyond the borders, and considering that Toxic is being aimed at a global audience. ## It has been confirmed that Toxic is being simultaneously shot in the English and Kannada languages, making it the first major Kannada title to do this. Additionally, it will be released in the dubbed versions of Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, and Tamil languages. ## Toxic has some of the well-known craftsmen of world cinemas attached to it. Hollywood action maestro J.J. Perry, known for the John Wick and Fast & Furious franchises, is choreographing the action sequences, while Oscar-winning VFX house DNEG is handling the visual effects.## The film is produced by KVN Productions and Yash's Monster Mind Creations. The makers recently released the first look teaser which has generated huge hype and curiosity among the fans. Toxic is expected to be released in December this year. ## Stay tuned...

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Box Office: 'Chhaava' Second Sunday (Day 10) Early Estimates
481 days ago
Bollywood

Box Office: 'Chhaava' Second Sunday (Day 10) Early Estimates

Mumbai, February 23 - Vicky Kaushal-fronted Chhaava has an excellent second weekend at the domestic box office. The movie got impacted by the India vs Pakistan cricket match but it still scored one of the biggest second Sundays in Hindi. ## According to early estimates, the historical action drama scored in the range of 40 crores net collection on the second Sunday (10th day), dropping around 10% from Saturday. Normally Bollywood films don't drop on Sundays but such was the impact of the greatest cricket rivalry in the world. ## It can be said that the match cost, at least, 8-10+ crores net collection on Sunday, but as said, it is still a huge day for the Chhaava. The second weekend of the movie is around 108 crores which is the second biggest ever in Hindi.## The second Sunday collection has stormed Chhaava past 300 crores net, at around 327 crores in 10 days. It is one of the fastest films to achieve the feat in Hindi. The film will continue to score big and will look to reach around 400 crores net at the end of the second week, especially with the Mahashivratri holiday on Wednesday. ## Stay tuned...

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Box Office: 'Chhaava' Second Saturday (Day 9) Early Estimates
482 days ago
Bollywood

Box Office: 'Chhaava' Second Saturday (Day 9) Early Estimates

Mumbai, February 22 - One of the greatest tales of bravery, courage and pride, is scripting history some centuries later in a different form as Vicky Kaushal-fronted historical action drama Chhaava exploded again on the second Saturday. ## What it looked like at 75+ crores the second weekend is now easily going over 100+ crores net after the film showed unheard growth on Saturday. According to early estimates, Chhaava scored 43-45 crores net collection on its 9th day, the second Saturday. ## The growth on Saturday is almost 100%, and this is after one of the biggest second Fridays ever at the Hindi box office which is mindboggling. The weekend is now heading for 115-125 crores net, one of the biggest second weekends ever in Hindi. ## The total collection of the movie stands at 288 crores net in 9 days as it heads for around 340 crores net at the end of the second weekend. It is looking at a 500 crores net club which is almost certain given the fact that the movie has an open run for another couple of weeks.## Stay tuned...

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Rohit Shetty To Direct John Abraham In Rakesh Maria's Biopic; Shoot Details Revealed
482 days ago
Bollywood

Rohit Shetty To Direct John Abraham In Rakesh Maria's Biopic; Shoot Details Revealed

Mumbai, February 22 - Director Rohit Shetty is set to direct another cop film, but this time based on a real-life cop. The maverick filmmaker is taking a break from larger-than-life fictional cop movies to bring to the big screen an extraordinary story of a real supercop. ## It was recently reported that Shetty would team with John Abraham for the first time for the biopic of Rakesh Maria, a former Police Commissioner of Mumbai. According to the latest report by Peepingmoon, the project has officially been confirmed and is set to go on floors next month, in March. ## John Abraham will headline this yet-untitled film and will play the role of Maria whose career was defined by his involvement in some of the nation’s most sensitive and high-stakes cases. The film promises to be an electrifying cinematic experience, seamlessly blending gritty realism with Shetty’s signature flair for high-octane, larger-than-life storytelling. ## The film is based on Rakesh Maria's 2020 memoir, Let Me Say It Now. It is currently in the pre-production stage and will start a regular shoot in mid-March. Shetty plans to complete the film in a quick time, in a single, uninterrupted 45-day schedule by June this year. ## After this film, Shetty will shoot for Khatron Ke Khiladi season and after that, he will start working on Golmaal 5 which is expected to roll by early next year. ## Stay tuned...

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Ajay Devgn's 'Drishyam 3' Shoot Details Revealed
482 days ago
Bollywood

Ajay Devgn's 'Drishyam 3' Shoot Details Revealed

Mumbai, February 22 - The third instalment of the crime suspense thriller Drishyam is starting sooner than expected. A couple of days ago, Malayalam superstar Mohanlal officially confirmed Drishyam 3 with director Jeethu Joseph, and now, an update regarding the Hindi version of the film has emerged. ## According to the report by Pinkvilla, Ajay Devgn is reuniting with director Abhishek Pathak for Drishyam 3. It is said that Ajay was committed to doing some other movies but now, he has put the third movie of the franchise to the front. The shoot will commence in August this year. ## While not clarified in the report, it can be assumed that both Malayalam, which is the origin of the franchise and the Hindi version will be shot simultaneously, as reported last year. However, there has not been any official word regarding the simultaneous filming for the same yet. ## Pinkvilla reports that "A couple of weeks back, Abhishek Pathak and the writers went and gave a narration of Drishyam 3 to Ajay, and the actor was bowled over with the twists and turns in the screenplay. He is excited and all set to return as Vijay Salgaonkar".## Before moving to Drishyam 3, Ajay Devgan will wrap up shooting for De De Pyaar De, which is already on floors, Dhamaal 4 (slated to start rolling in March's first week), and Ranger (begins in May). The actor is super confident about all the films in the lineup and is excited to bring those to entertain the audiences. ## Meanwhile, the Singham star will next be seen in Raid 2, scheduled to release on May 1. ## Stay tuned...

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Box Office: 'Sanam Teri Kasam' Beats 'Tumbbad' To Become The Highest-Grossing Re-Release Film In India
482 days ago
Bollywood

Box Office: 'Sanam Teri Kasam' Beats 'Tumbbad' To Become The Highest-Grossing Re-Release Film In India

Mumbai, February 22 - The romantic drama Sanam Teri Kasam, starring Harshvardhan Rane and Mawra Hocane, has emerged as the highest-grossing re-release film at the Indian box office, beating horror fantasy thriller Tumbbad. ## The film, which originally hit theatres in 2016, has struck a chord with audiences once again, raking in an impressive 32+ crores net collection in its re-release run, including collections up to its third Saturday (16 days). It has eclipsed last year's re-release sensation Tumbbad, which minted 32 crores net over its entire re-release run. ## Directed by Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru, the poignant love story has proven its timeless appeal, outperforming expectations and setting a new benchmark for re-released films in India. The success of Sanam Teri Kasam highlights a growing trend of nostalgia-driven classics, as audiences flock to theaters to relive cinematic gems. ## With its soulful music, heartfelt performances, and emotional depth, Sanam Teri Kasam has cemented its place in the hearts of fans, now reflected in its record-breaking numbers upon its repeat run. Having not performed well in its original run, Sanam Teri Kasam stands tall as a shining example of how a well-crafted story can transcend time and find its audiences years later.## The excellent repeat run of the film saw Sanam Teri Kasam topping 50 crores gross collection at the worldwide box office, including the original run. It is nearing 53 crores gross globally. ## Stay tuned...

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'Spider-Man 4' Gets A New Release Date
482 days ago
Hollywood

'Spider-Man 4' Gets A New Release Date

Los Angeles, February 22 - Last year, it was confirmed officially that Tom Holland would return to lead Spider-Man 4 and it was also revealed that Shang-Chi director Destin Daniel Cretton would take on the directing duties. ## Sony Pictures had scheduled this Marvel superhero movie for July 24, 2026, with filming to take place in the summer of this year. However, with the shoot yet to commence, the studio has pushed back the release date of the next Spider-Man movie by a week. ## The film will now be released on July 31, 2026. This change gives the film extra distance from the release of director Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, which also stars Holland and hits theatres on July 17, 2026. The gap between the two movies is still not big enough, hence, the trade is expecting another change in the release plans of Spider-Man 4. ## Spider-Man 4 will be the second Marvel Cinematic Universe release of 2026 after Avengers: Doomsday, which will be released two months earlier on May 1st. Spider-Man 4 will clash with Paramount's animated feature Paw Patrol 3, slated for the July 31 launch. No other films are currently booked for this date. ## This is also not the first time a Spider-Man movie is releasing shortly after the Avengers film. Previously, Tom Holland-led Spider-Man: Far From Home was released just two months after Avengers: Endgame and it went on to gross over a billion dollars at the worldwide box office.## The yet untitled Spider-Man 4 is the 4th Spidey movie featuring Holland in the titular role. The third film, Spider-Man: No Way Home was released in December 2021 and nearly made $2 billion globally as one of the highest-grossing films post the Covid-19 pandemic.## Stay tuned...

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Box Office: 'Chhaava' Second Friday (Day 8) Early Estimates
483 days ago
Bollywood

Box Office: 'Chhaava' Second Friday (Day 8) Early Estimates

Mumbai, February 21 - After the excellent first week, Vicky Kaushal-fronted historical action drama Chhaava is all set for the explosive second weekend at the domestic box office. ## The movie has shown growth on the second Friday and has again crossed the 20+ crores mark which is fantastic. It began the day with a drop as compared to yesterday but got jumped during the evening and night shows as early estimates suggest 22.50-23.50 crores net day. ## There have been only three films in the past to score 20+ crores net collection on the second Friday, so this is phenomenal for Chhaava to do that. This second Friday hold has set the tone for 80+ crores net weekend which will be among the biggest ever in Hindi. ## To further understand the domination of Chhaava, it has the lowest drop among the films to collect 20+ crores net on the second Friday from the first Friday. The total collection of Chhaava is 241+ crores net after 8 days and it will be entering the 300 crores club on the second Sunday already. ## Stay tuned...

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A Hat-Trick of Blockbusters For Rashmika Mandanna With Chhaava, Pushpa 2, And Animal
483 days ago
Bollywood

A Hat-Trick of Blockbusters For Rashmika Mandanna With Chhaava, Pushpa 2, And Animal

Mumbai, February 21 - It is not an exaggeration if I say that Rashmika Mandanna is the most-in-demand female actor in Indian cinema at present. She is full of films all the time and her ability to switch from one film to another in no time makes her the absolute darling of the filmmakers and her co-stars. Apart from doing content-driven cinema, Rashmika's almost pinpoint accuracy when it comes to choosing mass-appealing films is something that makes her one of the most successful stars of the country.## As we speak, the actress has indeed achieved a remarkable feat at the box office with a hat-trick of blockbusters, cementing her status as one of the leading actresses in Indian cinema. Her latest film, Chhaava, released on February 14, has taken the box office by storm, joining the ranks of her previous mega-hits, Animal (2023) and Pushpa 2: The Rule (2024). These three films have not only showcased her versatility but also her ability to draw massive audiences across different languages and genres.## Animal - Directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, this Bollywood action drama featured Rashmika alongside Ranbir Kapoor in the lead role. Released on December 1, 2023, it became the highest-grossing A-rated Indian film in history, collecting approximately 915 crore worldwide. Rashmika's portrayal of Geetanjali, a strong and emotional character, resonated with audiences and contributed significantly to the film's success.## Pushpa 2: The Rule - Released on December 5 last year, this Telugu-origin Pan India blockbuster sequel saw Rashmika reprising her role as Srivalli opposite Icon Star Allu Arjun. Directed by Sukumar, the film shattered box office records, grossing around 1750 crore worldwide, making it one of the highest-grossing Indian films ever. It broke every record in Hindi domestically and emerged as the biggest grosser with over 1000 crores worldwide. The actress's intense performance and the character's expanded arc further solidified her pan-India appeal.## Chhaava - A historical action drama directed by Laxman Utekar, Chhaava stars Rashmika as Maharani Yesubai Bhonsale alongside Vicky Kaushal, who plays Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. Released on February 14 the film crossed 100 crore in India within its opening weekend and has continued its strong run, topping 200 crore net in its first week and 300 crores gross worldwide. This success highlights Rashmika’s ability to shine in a period drama, adding another dimension to her repertoire.## This hat-trick underscores Rashmika Mandanna's incredible run at the box office, with each film crossing significant milestones - Animal with over 500 crore in India, Pushpa 2 as an all-time grosser, and Chhaava emerging as a Bollywood blockbuster in 2025. Her consistent delivery of hits across Telugu and Hindi cinema, combined with her growing fan base, positions her as a powerhouse performer. With upcoming projects like Sikandar alongside Salman Khan, Rashmika's streak of success shows no signs of slowing down.## Stay tuned...

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Box Office: 'Chhaava' First Thursday (Day 7) Early Estimates
484 days ago
Bollywood

Box Office: 'Chhaava' First Thursday (Day 7) Early Estimates

Mumbai, February 20 - The holiday advantage may be over but the party continues for the historical action drama Chhaava at the box office as it concludes the first week on high, crossing 200 crores net collection and becoming the first movie of the year to do so. ## Chhaava had an excellent Wednesday, which was a partial holiday due to Shiv Jayanti, and on Thursday, it remained rock solid by collecting over 20+ crores net collection. The film shows a drop of 20%-25% as estimates suggest the collection in the range of 21-23 crores net on its first Thursday. ## The total collection of the movie is approximately 220 crores net in the first week and given the trend so far and entering the second week as a dominant force, Chhaava will put huge numbers in the second weekend. Depending on how Friday goes, the movie will be eyeing 60+ crores net during the weekend. ## Chhaava will be crossing 300 crores net in the second weekend and at this point, the next milestone of 400 crores net also looks given. The movie is performing exceptionally well in Maharashtra with other regions also coming nicely, so the possibility of collection going higher is also there. ## Stay tuned...

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