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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Hindi Dubbed Version of Telugu Movie 'Jaya Janaki Nayaka' Creates Record On YouTube
1184 days ago
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Hindi Dubbed Version of Telugu Movie 'Jaya Janaki Nayaka' Creates Record On YouTube

Hyderabad, March 29 - Director Boyapati Srinu's action drama film Jaya Janaki Nayaka starring Bellamkonda Sreenivas is getting an excellent response on YouTube with its Hindi version Khoonkhar and has become the most watched film ever in the world. ## The dubbed Hindi version of the film has crossed 700 million views on YouTube, becoming the most-watched film ever. It was uploaded on Pen Movies' YouTube Channel in 2018, one year after the official Telugu release. So far, the Hindi version has scored 709 million views and is a massive blockbuster on YouTube. ## Meanwhile, the Yash-fronted KGF: Chapter 1 Hindi version is not far away and is likely to become the most-watched film on YouTube in a couple of months. Released two years ago on Goldmines YouTube channel, KGF has scored 703 million views so far. Including 192 million views of the 4K release, KGF is nearing 900 million views overall. ## The third most-watched dubbed Hindi version is Sita Ram starring Bellamkonda Srinivas, Kajal Aggarwal, and Sonu Sood in the lead roles. Directed by Teja, the movie has scored 588 million views on RKD Studios' YouTube channel. ## Stay tuned...

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Shah Rukh Khan Rumoured To Be Playing A Cameo In Priyanka Chopra, Katrina Kaif, Alia Bhatt's 'Jee Le Zaraa'
1185 days ago
Bollywood

Shah Rukh Khan Rumoured To Be Playing A Cameo In Priyanka Chopra, Katrina Kaif, Alia Bhatt's 'Jee Le Zaraa'

Mumbai, March 28 - Director Farhan Akhtar recently came up with good news that he had started location scouting for his much-awaited road trip drama film Jee Le Zaraa starring Priyanka Chopra, Alia Bhatt, and Katrina Kaif in the lead roles. ## Now, there are rumors that superstar Shah Rukh Khan will be playing a cameo experience in the film. SRK, who made a roaring comeback with mega-blockbuster "Pathaan", played cameo roles in Ayan Mukerji's "Brahmastra Part One: Shiva" and R Madhavan's "Rocketry: The Nambi Effect". ## There are no confirmed reports regarding SRK's cameo in "Jee Le Zaraa" but it could give a major push to the film if he indeed plays the role as his cameo performances in the aforementioned two films were the major highlights. ## The script is written by Zoyaa Akhtar, Farhan Akhtar, and Reema Kagti while it will be produced by Reema Kagti, Zoya Akhtar, Ritesh Sidhwani, and Farhan Akhtar under their banners Tiger Baby, and Excel Entertainment. The shoot will start soon. ## Stay tuned...

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Ajay Devgn's 'Maidaan' Officially Postponed To June 23; Teaser To Be Attached With 'Bholaa'
1185 days ago
Bollywood

Ajay Devgn's 'Maidaan' Officially Postponed To June 23; Teaser To Be Attached With 'Bholaa'

Mumbai, March 28 - Ajay Devgn-fronted sports biopic Maidaan has officially been postponed from May 12 release and will now be hitting theaters worldwide on June 23 in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu languages. ## The Amit Sharma-directed flick has already been postponed multiple times due to the covid-19 pandemic and the delay in the post-production work. It was recently reported that there is still work pending on the VFX front, so the postponement was inevitable. ## Meanwhile, the teaser of "Maidaan" will be released on March 30 and it will be attached to the prints of Ajay Devgn-fronted and starrer "Bholaa" in theaters across the country. The actor took to Twitter and shared a brand-new poster with a new release date and teaser announcement.## Produced by Bayview Projects, and Zee Studios, "Maidaan" is based on the golden era of Indian football (1952–1962). It stars Ajay Devgn as football coach Syed Abdul Rahim along with Priyamani, Rudranil Ghosh, and Gajraj Rao in key roles.## One Man. One Belief. One Spirit. Based on a true story. #Maidaan mein utrega saara India. Teaser out on 30th March.#PriyamaniRaj @raogajraj @iAmitRSharma @arrahman pic.twitter.com/vZZxmfyMqD— Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) March 28, 2023 ## Stay tuned...

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James Gunn Hypes Up the Extended Runtime of 'Guardians of the Galaxy 3'
1186 days ago
Hollywood

James Gunn Hypes Up the Extended Runtime of 'Guardians of the Galaxy 3'

Los Angeles, March 27 - Marvel Studios' next blockbuster Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 from director James Gunn is getting ready to release on May 5 this year. The superhero flick will be the longest film in the franchise with reported runtime of around 2 hours and 29 minutes. ## Guardians of the Galaxy 3 is set to end the team's run in the MCU on a highly emotional note, giving fans the last story ever with this iteration of the intergalactic team of misfits. It might also be the last MCU film for James Gunn since he is now the co-head of DC Studio and is already working towards DC Films. ## Meanwhile, the longer runtime of GoTG3 has come as a surprise to many, however, Gunn revealed that it was necessary and promised that it will be worth it. The filmmaker took to Twitter to share about the extended runtime and respond to a user who asked if the movie is actually 2 hours and 29 minutes. ## "It's around that long, although that's not yet exact. And, I promise, not a second is wasted. There's no fat. It was necessary to experience the full arc for every major Guardians character, not only for this film, but for the trilogy (or, I should say, trilogy plus)", he said.## The movie stars an ensemble cast featuring Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldaña, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Pom Klementieff, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Sean Gunn, Chukwudi Iwuji, Will Poulter, Elizabeth Debicki, Maria Bakalova, and Sylvester Stallone. In the film, the Guardians embark on a mission to protect Rocket (Cooper). ## Stay tuned...

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Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar On Course To Cross 200 Crores At The Worldwide Box Office
1186 days ago
Bollywood

Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar On Course To Cross 200 Crores At The Worldwide Box Office

Mumbai, March 27 - Ranbir Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor-fronted Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar is all set to cross the 200 crores gross mark at the global box office. ## The romantic comedy, directed by Luv Ranjan, is in its 3rd week and continues to put a stronghold on a decent collection. At the end of its third weekend, TJMM stands at approx. 193 crores worldwide, including approx. 153 crores at the domestic and approx. 40 crores overseas box office. ## Produced by Luv Films and T-Series, TJMM should be able to cross the 200 crores mark at the end of its third week or in 23 days. It will be Ranbir Kapoor's 5th film to cross 200 crores worldwide, after "Sanju" (588 cr.), "Brahmastra" (431 cr.), "Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani" (318 cr.), and "Ae Dil Hai Mushkil" (240 cr.).## On the other hand, Shraddha Kapoor will have her 3rd film in the 200 crores club after "Saaho" (451 cr.) and "Chhichhore" (211 cr.). TJMM is Shraddha's first film in almost three years since "Baaghi 3" (2020) also it is the first time she has been paired with Ranbir Kapoor.## TJMM is the second Bollywood film in 2023 to breach the 100 crores net as well as gross mark after superstar Shah Rukh Khan's mega-blockbuster "Pathaan" which has grossed approx. 1050 crores so far.## Stay tuned...

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RC15: Ram Charan's Political Thriller Film With Director Shankar Titled 'Game Changer'
1186 days ago
Tollywood

RC15: Ram Charan's Political Thriller Film With Director Shankar Titled 'Game Changer'

Hyderabad, March 27 - Telugu superstar Ram Charan's maiden film with director Shankar has been titled Game Changer. It is a political action thriller that also stars Kiara Advani as the female lead and SJ Suryah in a prominent role. ## There were rumors that "RC15" might be titled CEO, however, the makers come up with a completely different title which piqued the excitement. Produced by Dil Raju and Shirish under the banner of Sri Venkateswara Creations. ## The title was announced on the occasion of Ram Charan's 38th birthday today. Meanwhile, the shoot is currently happening at a brisk pace. The release date is not locked yet but rumours are making the rounds that it might be released in March 2024.## ## Stay tuned...

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Box Office: John Wick 4 Bows To Sensational $135+ Million Worldwide Opening Weekend
1186 days ago
Hollywood

Box Office: John Wick 4 Bows To Sensational $135+ Million Worldwide Opening Weekend

Los Angeles, March 26 - Make a way for Baba Yaga, aka John Wick who has just crushed the projection with a spectacular opening at the box office. ## The Keanu Reeves-fronted action thriller John Wick: Chapter 4 smashed the opening weekend with $137.5 million at the worldwide box office, the biggest in the franchise. The film blasted off the projections which were indicating the opening of $115 million. ## John Wick 4 opened at 3855 theaters domestically (North America) and grossed a gigantic $73.5 million in the 3-day opening weekend, which is 29% more than "John Wick 3" (2019). It is also the biggest opening for an R-Rated film in the post-covid era. ## Overseas, John Wick 4 also scored above projections, grossing a super solid $64 million over a 5-day weekend. As per Variety, it debuted at No. 1 in each of the 71 international markets where it opened, including India where it grossed an estimated $3.50 million over the 3-day weekend. Allied to $73.5 million in North America, the opening of $137.5 million is the biggest in the John Wick franchise and the biggest for Keanu Reeves since "The Matrix Reloaded". ## Top international markets of the film are as follows - 1. the UK ($6.7M), 2. Germany ($5.5M), 3. Australia ($4.7M), 4. Mexico ($4.2M), 5. India ($3.5M), 6. Brazil ($2.9M), 7. France ($2.7M), 8. Taiwan ($2.4M), and 9. The Philippines ($2M).## Stay tuned...

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SSMB28: Mahesh Babu's Film With Trivikram Confirmed For Sankranthi 2024 Release
1186 days ago
Tollywood

SSMB28: Mahesh Babu's Film With Trivikram Confirmed For Sankranthi 2024 Release

Hyderabad, March 26 - Mahesh Babu's action drama film with director Trivikram Srinivas has officially been postponed from August 11, 2023, and will now be released on January 13 on the occasion of Sankranthi 2024.## The postponement of SSMB28 was almost certain since a lot of shoot is still pending and also after Megastar Chiranjeevi's "Bholaa Shankar" was announced for the August 11 release. The yet-untitled film, however, will have to face stiff competition with Prabhas-fronted "Project K" which will be released on January 12. ## Mahesh Babu and Trivikram Srinivas are teaming up after 12 years. The film has Pooja Hegde as the female lead, reuniting with Mahesh Babu after "Maharshi". The new release of "SSMB28" was announced with an intriguing poster featuring Mahesh Babu in a stylish and intense avatar. ## The Reigning Superstar @urstrulymahesh in an all new MASS avatar is all set to meet you with #SSMB28 in theatres from 13th January 2024 worldwide! 🤩#SSMB28FromJAN13 🎬🍿#Trivikram @hegdepooja @sreeleela14 @MusicThaman @vamsi84 #PSVinod @NavinNooli #ASPrakash @haarikahassine pic.twitter.com/qqXjnJphqH— Haarika & Hassine Creations (@haarikahassine) March 26, 2023 ## Anbu-Arivu, the famous action choreographer duo is handling the stunt choreography of "SSMB28. S Thaman has composed music. PS Vinod is the cinematographer, AS Prakash art director and Navin Nooli is the editor. ## Stay tuned...

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Director Priyadarshan To Next Direct Akshay Kumar-Starrer and A Multistarrer Bollywood Film
1187 days ago
Bollywood

Director Priyadarshan To Next Direct Akshay Kumar-Starrer and A Multistarrer Bollywood Film

Mumbai, March 26 - Renowned filmmaker Priyadarshan's next Malayalam film Corona Papers is getting ready for its release in April this year. The action thriller film stars Shane Nigam, Shine Tom Chacko, and Gayathrie Shankar in the leading roles. ## During a recent interview, Priyadarshan said that "Corona Papers" would be his last directorial big-budget Malayalam film. He revealed that his next two films are Bollywood projects and one is them is with superstar Akshay Kumar. ## In 2021, Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan confirmed that they were reuniting for a comedy. The movie was supposed to start in 2022 but due to the covid-19 and other commitments, it couldn't go on floors. Akshay and Priyadarshan have previously collaborated on 6 films that were big hits. ## Before reuniting with Akshay Kumar for the 7th time, Priyadarshan revealed that he would be directing a Bollywood multistarrer comedy entertainer with 5 actors in lead. However, details about the project are not known yet. ## Meanwhile, the director's upcoming film with Akshay is said to have an out-and-out comedy film with emotions toward the climax. The basic idea was already locked and the filmmaker was giving the final touch at the time the movie was announced. ## Stay tuned...

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Theatrical Runtime of Ajay Devgn-Tabu's 'Bholaa' Revealed
1187 days ago
Bollywood

Theatrical Runtime of Ajay Devgn-Tabu's 'Bholaa' Revealed

Mumbai, March 26 - Ajay Devgn-fronted and directorial action thriller film Bholaa is gearing up for its release and the curiosity among the fans is building up as the release is getting closer. The Hindi adaptation of the Tamil hit "Kaithi" features Tabu in a prominent role.## The censorship formalities of "Bholaa" were completed on March 20 and it has been certified with a "U/A" certificate by CBFC. The runtime of the film is crisp 2 hours and 25 minutes, which is approx. 2 minutes shorter than the original Tamil movie. ## The first half of "Bholaa" is 1 hour and 19 minutes long while the second half is 1 hour and 6 minutes long. It features some high-octane action sequences, including a 6-minute long bike-truck chase sequence which is said to be the biggest highlight of it. ## Produced by Ajay Devgn FFilms, Dream Warrior Pictures, Reliance Entertainment, and T-Series Films, "Bholaa" is about a prisoner who is finally going home to meet his young daughter. However, his journey is not so simple as he soon faces a pathway full of crazy obstacles, with death lurking around every corner. ## The film stars Devgn in the titular role alongside, Tabu, Deepak Dobriyal, Sanjay Mishra, and Gajraj Rao in pivotal roles. Amala Paul and Abhishek Bachchan make special appearances. It is scheduled to release on March 30 in 2D, 3D, IMAX, and 4DX.## Stay tuned...

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John Wick: Chapter 4 Becomes The Highest-Grossing Film In The Franchise In India
1187 days ago
Hollywood

John Wick: Chapter 4 Becomes The Highest-Grossing Film In The Franchise In India

Mumbai, March 26 - The Keanu Reeves-fronted 4th installment of John Wick is turning out to be a sleeper hit in India. Despite having not much pre-release buzz and poor outcomes of the first three films in the franchise, John Wick: Chapter 4 has been able to attract Indian moviegoers in a big way. ## Directed by Chad Stahelski, the latest flick in this neo-noir action thriller series opened to a fantastic 8.75 crores net, including Thursday previews, in India for all languages. It was the biggest opening for the John Wick franchise as well as more than 50% of the total net collection of the first three films. ## With the help of a super solid audience WOM, "John Wick 4" sees a jump of more than 50% on Saturday for approx. 9 crores net, pushing total net collection to approx. 17.50 crores. After this, it has become the highest-grossing John Wick film in India, surpassing the combined net total of approx. 14 crores of the previous films in just two days. ## The first film in the franchise, released in 2014, was a washout in India, scoring just approx. 1 crore net lifetime collection, before "John Wick: Chapter 2" (2017) improved slightly to approx. 2 crore net. "John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum" (2019) was previously the biggest film in the series with approx. 11 crores net. The three films combined did approx. 14 crores net. ## "John Wick 4" will see another big spike in the collection on Sunday. The advance booking for the day was more than 8 crores gross which are higher than most of the Indian films' opening day pre-sales in the post-pandemic times. ## Stay tuned...

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Ajay Devgn-Tabu's 'Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha' To Clash With Salman Khan's 'Tiger 3'?
1187 days ago
Bollywood

Ajay Devgn-Tabu's 'Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha' To Clash With Salman Khan's 'Tiger 3'?

Mumbai, March 26 - Bollywood star Ajay Devgn is gearing up for the release of his much-awaited action thriller Bholaa which arrives on March 30. Apart from playing the title role, Ajay has also directed and produced this entertainer which is the adaptation of the Tamil movie "Kaithi".## After the release of "Bholaa", the actor will directly head to director Neeraj Pandey's romantic thriller Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha and will resume filming in April. It has Tabu, who is also in "Bholaa", as the female lead along with Jimmy Shergill and Saiee Manjrekar in a prominent roles. ## Meanwhile, producer Shreyans Hirawat of NH Studioz has reportedly revealed that they are planning to release the film on Diwali 2023. He stated that the principal filming will be wrapped up by May as they gear up to release it this year. ## Though the makers haven't fixed a release date yet, AMKDT might clash with Salman Khan-fronted mega movie "Tiger 3" which is already slated for Diwali 2023 release. However, it is highly unlikely that both movies will arrive on the same day but it now remains to be seen if Ajay Devgn-fronted clashes with Tiger 3 or does it release a few weeks before or after Diwali.## Produced by Shital Bhatia, Narendra Hirawat, Reliance Entertainment, and Kumar Mangat Pathak, the movie is an epic romantic drama with elements of thrill spanning 20 years and is set between 2002 and 2023. Shreyans Hirawat reportedly confessed that the film is a romantic thriller and though it has action, it won't be a typical Neeraj Pandey film.## The music of the movie is composed by Oscar-winning composer M M Keeravani of RRR fame.## Stay tuned...

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