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Los Angeles, April 7 - The hype surrounding Dune: Part Three has reached unprecedented levels, with IMAX screenings already selling out a staggering eight months ahead of its theatrical release. The film, directed by Denis Villeneuve, is scheduled to hit cinemas on December 18, 2026, but early ticket demand is already rewriting box office expectations. On Monday, April 6, the makers officially announced IMAX bookings for Dune 3, and within minutes, most of the shows got sold out or were nearing full capacity. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) High Ticket Prices? No Worries The crazy part is that the BFI IMAX screen in London was sold out within two minutes, and this after the tickets were available for £24-£28 ($31.70-$37.05) and are not refundable. This crazy surge highlights the immense anticipation for the third instalment of the blockbuster sci-fi franchise, especially given the franchise's reputation for delivering a grand cinematic experience. Much like its predecessors, Dune: Part Three is designed to be experienced on the biggest screens possible, with select sequences shot using IMAX technology. The franchise has built a strong reputation for its immersive visuals and scale, making IMAX screenings the most sought-after format among fans. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Screens Sold Out Within Minutes; More To Open Soon The official X account of Dune announced that at least 18 IMAX screenings were sold out across North America and the UK, hinting at massive frenzy. The team also confirmed that bookings for additional IMAX screens will open very soon. Adding to the frenzy, the film has reportedly secured an exclusive IMAX window of around three weeks upon release, limiting availability for competing titles and further intensifying demand for early bookings. This strategic move has already forced rival big-budget films to adjust their release plans to avoid clashing for premium screens.

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Los Angeles, April 7 - The decision to postpone the release of Dacoit to avoid a clash with Dhurandhar 2 is proving to be a wise move as Adivi Sesh's starrer has taken the North American box office by storm. The film is showing solid response in advance sales, hinting at a big start in the region. The romantic action thriller was originally scheduled for a March 19 release, but the makers postponed it to April 10. The decision was lauded by trade, as Dhurandhar 2 has been dominating the box office like never before, and it would have badly impacted Dacoit. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) North America Leads The Charge With $100K+ Pre-Sales With the premiere now scheduled on April 9, Dacoit has already crossed $100K premiere in North America for the premiere alone. It has sold around 6000 tickets so far, showing strong momentum going into the final couple of days before the premiere begins. Adivi Sesh has solid goodwill among the audiences, and the Decoit advance booking numbers are a testament to it. Despite the delayed release, the film has managed to attract audiences with solid promotional content and a growing fan base of the actor. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Also starring Mrunal Thakur as the female lead and Anurag Kashyap in a prominent role, Dacoit has also generated strong buzz at the Indian box office. With three days left for the release, it needs to be seen how the movie fares at the ticket window. It will be released in Telugu, Hindi, and Tamil languages.

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Hyderabad, April 6 - Superstar Ram Charan's much-awaited Peddi is generating massive buzz in trade circles despite growing suspense over its release date. The film's theatrical rights for the crucial Nizam territory have reportedly been locked at a staggering 63 crore, making it one of the biggest deals for the region. Big Business, But Comes With Caution The Nizam theatrical rights of Peddi have reportedly been acquired by Mythri Movie Makers, after negotiations with 3 leading distributors. However, the final deal for the area will depend on ticket prices. If the makers don't get a ticket hike by the government, the final prices may be reduced by 10-15%. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) From a trade standpoint, the 63 crore deal sets a big benchmark, meaning Peddi will need a massive run in Nizam to recover costs and generate profits. With expectations sky-high and stakes even higher, the film is shaping up to be a high-risk, high-reward venture at the box office. Suspense Over Release Date Despite the impressive business, uncertainty around the film's release date continues to linger. While the makers have locked April 30, 2026, release, there have been rumours that the movie might be postponed by a month or so due to pending post-production work. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Ram Charan recently confirmed that Peddi will release as scheduled, but the production house has been mum about the same. The uncertainty grew further when the makers didn't mention the release date in the new poster shared a couple of days back on the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti. Headlined by Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor, and directed by Buchi Babu Sana, Peddi is said to be a sports drama with a strong emotional core. The combination of Ram Charan's star power and Buchi Babu Sana's storytelling has created solid pre-release buzz, encouraging distributors to invest heavily in the project.

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Mumbai, April 6 - Illumination and Universal's The Super Mario Galaxy Movie off to a thunderous start at the global box office, delivering the biggest opening weekend of 2026 (so far) with a mighty $372.50 million, slightly short of its predecessor, 2023's The Super Mario Bros. Movie's $387.80 million launch. The video game adventure animated blockbuster scored a huge $190.10 million over its 5-day opening weekend at the domestic (North America) box office, the biggest opening of 2026, and the third biggest of all-time for an animated title. The first film debuted with $204.6 million. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Internationally, Super Mario Galaxy grossed $182.4 million over the 5-day weekend, across 23,500 locations and 54,000 screens in 80 territories. The overseas opening of the sequel was bigger than the first film, which minted $170.90 million. With a $372.5 million worldwide start, the film scored the 5th biggest opening for an animated film, and it also made Super Mario the only animated franchise with 2 films debuting over 350 million globally. Meawhile, the Ryan Gosling-led sci-fi epic Project Hail Mary continues its stellar run and has crossed the $400 million mark through the second weekend. The film grossed a huge $70+ million worldwide in its second weekend, pushing its global cume to $420.7 million in a massive win for the original sci-fi film. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Based on the 2021 novel by Andy Weir, Project Hail Mary, with an around $200 million budget, has grossed $217.20 million at the North American box office, beating the entire domestic run of Christopher Nolan's Interstellar ($203.2 million). It is now headed to finish with $300+ million domestically. Overseas, the film has scored $203.6 million at the end of the second weekend. The United Kingdom is leading the overseas race with $29 million, followed by China with $27.7 million, and Australia with $14.7 million. In India, the movie has turned into a surprise success, grossing over 45 crores ($4.85+ million), despite facing a huge competition from the local blockbuster Dhurandhar 2. It is projected to finish its worldwide run with $650 million. Stay tuned...

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Kochi, April 6 - Malayalam comedy drama Vaazha 2: Biopic of a Billion Bros is turning out to be a big blockbuster in the making, delivering a sensational opening weekend at the worldwide box office. Headlined by Hashir, the film has shown consistent growth across all four days, driven by strong word-of-mouth and youth appeal. After opening at over 10 crore worldwide on Day 1, the film witnessed impressive jumps over the next three days, taking its extended 4-day weekend total to approximately 67+ crore globally. This puts it among the biggest opening weekends for a Malayalam title. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Kerala Box Office Dominance The biggest domestic boost has come from the home state Kerala, where Vaazha 2 has struck gold. The sequel closed the opening weekend at around 26.30+ crores gross in the state, a phenomenal number considering its relatively modest scale and cast. Day-wise growth in Kerala has been particularly strong, with collections rising sharply through the weekend, indicating excellent audience acceptance and repeat value. With 26+ crore gross, Vaazha is among the top 5 biggest opening weekend grossers in the state. Overseas & Worldwide Performance (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) International markets, especially the Gulf, have contributed significantly. Despite the grim situation in the Middle East due to war, Vaazha 2 has been the number 1 film in the region. The total overseas collections are 37 crore in 4 days, pushing the worldwide total to 67+ crore gross. While it might miss the top 3 biggest opening weekend Malayalam grossers, the film has really pushed its limit to deliver one of the biggest weekends for Mollywood. In fact, it already outgrossed the entire run of its predecessor's 38.25 crores gross in just 3 days. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) What's Driving the Success? Strong youth connect and relatability Sequel advantage after the success of Vaazha Positive word-of-mouth from Day 1 Consistent day-on-day growth Vaazha 2 has clearly outperformed expectations, turning into a major box office success within just its opening weekend. With such momentum, the film is now well on track to enter the 100 crore club and beyond worldwide.

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Here is the Tamil movie Leader box office collection which is an action drama thriller film. This film is directed by Durai Senthil Kumar and produced by Legend Saravana Stores Productions. ## Leader stars Legend Saravanan, Shaam, Andrea Jeremiah, and Payal Rajput in key roles. ## Leader Box Office Collection Day Wise | All Language DayIndia Net Collection Day 1 [1st Friday] ₹ - Cr * may earn Total ₹ - Cr ## India Net Collection ₹ - Cr ## Worldwide Collection ₹ - Cr ## Overseas Collection ₹ - Cr ## India Gross Collection ₹ - Cr ## Leader Budget: ₹ - Cr * Approx ## Leader Verdict: Coming Soon ## Leader Screen count ## India: - ## Overseas: - ## Worldwide total: - ## Release Date: 3rd April 2026 ## For more and the latest news about Kollywood Box Office Collection, Stay tuned to us.

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Mumbai, April 5 - Ryan Gosling's Project Hail Mary has turned into a surprising success story at the Indian box office, holding its ground despite facing stiff competition from the mega blockbuster Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge. The Hollywood sci-fi space film, which had to delay its release to avoid a direct clash, is now reaping the benefits of strong word-of-mouth. The film opened on a decent note in India with around 2.70 crore gross on Day 1 but showed healthy growth over the opening weekend, collecting over 17 crore in its first four days. Despite limited showcasing initially, especially in premium formats like IMAX due to competition, the film gradually expanded its footprint as audience demand grew. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) By the end of its first week, Project Hail Mary grossed around 30 crore in India, establishing a solid base for a Hollywood sci-fi release in a market dominated by a major Indian blockbuster. What's more impressive is its consistency; weekday drops remained controlled, and the film continued to bring in steady numbers. The real boost came in the second weekend, where the film witnessed growth instead of the usual drop. The movie minted 4.50 crores gross on the second Friday, followed by good growth on Saturday, collecting 5.50 crores gross. Sunday is going strong as the film is expected to gross in the range of 6 crores today. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The second-weekend collections are trending higher than the first, with the total expected to cross 45–47 crore, indicating strong audience acceptance. This upward trend highlights the film's strong legs and positive reception among urban audiences. It will cross the 50 crore mark by tomorrow or Tuesday. Globally, the film is already a major success, crossing $400 million through the second weekend. This worldwide momentum has further boosted its perception in India, helping it sustain interest despite the overwhelming presence of local competition. In a market like India, where original Hollywood films often struggle, Project Hail Mary has carved its own space, becoming a major success.

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Mumbai, April 5 - Director Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has scripted history at the Indian box office, by becoming the first Bollywood film of all-time to score a thousand crore net collection in all versions. Among the Indian films, it has joined Pushpa 2 and Baahubali 2 as the third title to achieve the rare milestone. The spy action thriller has dominated ticket windows since its release, showcasing extraordinary consistency even without major holiday boosts. It achieved the milestone of 1000 crores net on its 18th day, as I type this. The film has already crossed 900 crore net in Hindi alone, becoming the first film ever to achieve this milestone in the language. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge — Box Office Highlights - Record Opening: The biggest opening for a Bollywood and one of the biggest for an Indian film, setting the tone for a blockbuster run. - Strong Opening Weekend: Crossed massive numbers within the first 3 days, establishing dominance across India. - Fastest to 500 Crore (Hindi): Became the quickest Hindi film to hit this milestone (6 days). - 850 Crore and 900 Crore Net (Hindi): First Indian film ever to cross 850 crore and 900 crore net in a single language. - 1000 Crore Net (All Versions): First Bollywood and third Indian film to cross the milestone. Second fastest to do so. - 1500+ Crore Worldwide Gross: Entered the elite club of highest-grossing Indian films globally. - Historic North America Run: Emerged as the highest-grossing Indian film in North America, and first to reach the $25 million mark. - Massive Ticket Sales on BMS: Crossed 15+ million tickets on BookMyShow, becoming the first Bollywood film to do so. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Till the 17th day, Dhurandhar 2 minted a staggering 985 crores net, including 923+ crores in Hindi alone. In other versions, the blockbuster scored 39.50 crores in Telugu, 17.50 crores in Tamil, and around 3.25 crores in Kannada and Malayalam. Globally, it has crossed the 1550 crores mark in 17 days. What makes this run even more remarkable is its pan-India performance. The dubbed versions in Tamil and Telugu, though contributing smaller shares, have helped push the overall total past the 1000 crore net landmark. Even though the Hindi version alone is expected to breach this mark in the coming days. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Indian Films With 1000 Crore Net (All Versions) S. No. Movie India Net Collection Worldwide Gross Days to ₹1000 Cr Net 1 Pushpa 2 ₹ 1234.10 Cr ₹ 1742.10 Cr 16 Days 2 Baahubali 2 ₹ 1030.40 Cr ₹ 1788 Cr 30-31 Days 3 Dhurandhar 2 ₹ 1013+ Cr ₹ 1605+ Cr 18 Days The film's massive success can be credited to its grand scale, gripping narrative, and award-worthy performances, which have resonated strongly with audiences. Ranveer Singh's performance has been widely praised, with many calling it one of the biggest highlights of the film, while Aditya Dhar's direction has been lauded for delivering a complete theatrical spectacle. With this historic feat, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has not only set a new benchmark for Bollywood but has also raised expectations for future big-ticket releases. As the film continues its dream run in cinemas, it remains to be seen how far it can go, with trade experts already predicting even bigger milestones in the days to come.

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Los Angeles, April 4 - Director Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has scripted history at the North American box office by becoming the first Indian film of all-time to cross the $25 million mark. This massive achievement puts it well ahead of Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, whose record stood unbeaten for nearly a decade. The Ranveer Singh starrer has displayed remarkable consistency in the United States and Canada, maintaining strong collections not just over weekends but also during weekdays. The sensational performance of its predecessor, which became the first Bollywood film to top $20 million, has played a massive role in its record-breaking run. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Key Highlights Of The Record-Breaking Run - Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is the first Indian film to cross $25M in North America. - Surpasses Baahubali 2: The Conclusion ($20.80M) to become the highest-grossing Indian film in the region. - Strong word-of-mouth and repeat value are driving collections. - Growing appeal among non-diaspora audiences. - Record premiere for Bollywood, and the biggest extended opening weekend for an Indian film. - Fastest to reach the $15 million and $20 million mark. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) How Far Dhurandhar 2 Can Climb In North America? Trade pundits believe the film is far from done. With momentum still intact, with weekend jumps expected, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is on track to cross $30 million soon. If the current trend continues without major drops, the film could even push towards the $32–35 million range, setting an unprecedented benchmark. On the global front as well, the film is enjoying a historic run, already ranking among the biggest Indian blockbusters ever. However, its North American performance stands out as a landmark moment, one that signals the growing footprint of Indian cinema in international markets. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Top 5 Highest-Grossing Indian Films In North America Rank Movie North America GBOC 1 Dhurandhar 2 $25+ million* 2 Baahubali 2 $20.80 million 3 Dhurandhar $20.65 million 4 Kalki 2898 AD $18.60 million 5 Pathaan $17.49 million Data as of April 3, 2026.