BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, July 13 - Comedy has firmly re-established itself as one of the most dependable genres at the Indian box office in 2026, particularly in Bollywood. After a string of successful theatrical outings, Bhooth Bangla, Welcome To The Jungle, and now Dhamaal 4 have delivered a hat-trick of successes, proving that audiences continue to embrace wholesome entertainers on the big screen. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The remarkable run also highlights the strong demand for family-friendly films that offer laughter and carefree, light-hearted entertainment. The winning streak began with Akshay Kumar's Bhooth Bangla in April, which emerged as a solid theatrical success, grossing over 270 crores worldwide and setting the tone for the genre's resurgence in the summer to come. Welcome To The Jungle carried the momentum forward in June, while Dhamaal 4 has now laid the foundation for another successful box office run with an excellent opening weekend. Together, the three films have reaffirmed that comedy remains a major crowd-puller when backed by entertaining content. The success of Welcome To The Jungle and Dhamaal 4 is particularly significant because the two films arrived just two weeks apart. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Conventional industry wisdom has often suggested that two big-budget comedies releasing in proximity would end up affecting each other's business. However, their performances have effectively debunked that belief. Instead of competing for the same audience, both films have found acceptance, demonstrating that moviegoers are willing to support multiple entertainers if each offers a satisfying theatrical experience. The trend sends a strong message to filmmakers and exhibitors alike - release dates alone do not determine a film's fate—content does. When a comedy connects with audiences through its humour, emotions, and family appeal, theatrical success follows regardless of nearby competition. The consecutive success of Bhooth Bangla, Welcome To The Jungle, and Dhamaal 4 has once again established that laughter remains one of the safest bets at the box office, provided the entertainment quotient is high enough to bring audiences into cinemas.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

Plans are reportedly in motion to bring Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana to Chinese theaters, signaling a significant attempt to re-enter the world's second-largest movie market. According to a recent report by Mid-day, director Nitesh Tiwari and producer Namit Malhotra are making significant moves to release and promote Ramayana: Part 1 in China. This is a huge development because the Chinese market has been largely closed off to Bollywood films since 2020. The choice of Nitesh Tiwari to lead this charge makes perfect sense. He is the man behind Dangal, which remains the most successful Indian film in China to date. That movie proved that Indian stories, when told with deep emotion and family values, have a massive fan base in the neighboring country. Now, with a story as culturally significant as the Ramayana, the makers are looking to tap into that potential once again on an even larger scale. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The promotional strategy seems to be quite elaborate. Sources suggest that the team is planning a four-day promotional tour featuring the lead trio: Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, and Sai Pallavi. The tentative plan includes a press event and a special screening at the Pingyao International Film Festival on September 24. Following this, they are looking to capitalize on China’s Golden Week, which starts on October 1, with a multi-city promotional run. This period is a major holiday season in China, making it the perfect time to grab the attention of the local audience. For context, Indian cinema had a golden run in China during the last decade. Films like Dangal and Secret Superstar became massive blockbusters there, often earning more in China than they did in India. Other films like Hindi Medium and even Thugs of Hindostan managed to find a place in Chinese theaters. However, geopolitical situations and the pandemic caused a long break. Ramayana is now being positioned as the film that could bridge that gap and bring Bollywood back to the global stage in a big way. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The scale of this project is unlike anything we have seen before. With a masive budget, the makers are leaving no stone unturned to ensure the VFX and production quality match international standards. Having Namit Malhotra's DNEG on board—a firm that has won multiple Oscars—already gives the film a global edge. By targeting the Chinese market, the producers are clearly aiming for a worldwide gross that could shatter many existing records. While the plans are still awaiting final approvals, the intent is clear. Ramayana is not just being treated as a domestic release, but as a global event film. If Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, and Sai Pallavi do head to China this September, it will mark the beginning of a new chapter for Indian cinema's international outreach. Fans are eagerly waiting to see how this ancient epic is presented to a modern, global audience.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

The Dhamaal franchise has returned to the big screen with its fourth installment, and the 2026 box office is feeling the heat. Directed by Indra Kumar and featuring the beloved ensemble of Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, and Javed Jaffrey, the film has successfully leveraged its brand value to draw massive crowds. The buzz translates directly into the numbers, as the movie has already crossed the significant ₹50 Crore net milestone within its opening weekend, finishing its first three days with a net collection of ₹65 Crore in India. One of the most impressive aspects of this run is the sheer volume of ticket sales on digital platforms. In the context of 2026 releases, Dhamaal 4 has secured the third position for the highest ticket sales on BookMyShow during an opening weekend. The film managed to sell approximately 1.25 million tickets, effectively moving ahead of other major comedy entertainers like Welcome to the Jungle and Bhooth Bangla. This highlights a strong interest from the general audience who have been waiting for a high-energy comedy to hit the screens. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Here is how the top films of 2026 rank based on their opening weekend ticket sales on BookMyShow: Dhurandhar 2: 8.26 Million | 4 Days Border 2: 2.59 Million Dhamaal 4: 1.25 Million Welcome To The Jungle: 1.19 Million Bhooth Bangla: 1.16 Million When looking specifically at the national multiplex chains including PVR, INOX, and Cinepolis, the film shows a slightly different but equally strong standing. In these premium circuits, Dhamaal 4 is currently the fourth-highest selling movie of 2026. While Bhooth Bangla maintains a stronger grip on the third spot in multiplexes with around 293,000 tickets, Dhamaal 4 is not far behind with approximately 236,000 tickets sold. It successfully remains ahead of Welcome to the Jungle in these chains as well, proving its appeal across both mass markets and urban centers. Here is the 2026 leaderboard for tickets sold specifically within National Multiplex Chains: (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dhurandhar 2: 2.75 Million Border 2: 535,000 Bhooth Bangla: 293,000 Dhamaal 4: 236,000 Welcome To The Jungle: 207,000 The global footprint of the film adds another layer to its success story. With a worldwide gross collection currently standing at ₹92 Crore, the movie is just ₹8 Crore shy of reaching the prestigious ₹100 Crore gross mark. Given the momentum from the weekend and the high volume of tickets already sold, it is expected to achieve this milestone within the first half of the weekdays. The steady growth seen from Friday to Sunday suggests that the film has been well-received by the target audience, making it one of the standout performers of the year so far. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) In conclusion, Dhamaal 4 has used its comedic heritage to dominate the 2026 charts. By surpassing its immediate competitors in ticket sales and maintaining a strong hold across diverse theater chains, the film is well on its way to a long and successful run. For the trade, the focus now shifts to how it sustains during the week, but the record-breaking start has already established it as a major winner for the season.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

The Dhamaal franchise has officially returned to the big screen with its fourth installment, and the opening weekend numbers suggest that the audience was more than ready for another round of laughter. Directed by Indra Kumar and featuring the signature comedic energy of the ensemble cast including Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, and Javed Jaffrey, the film has successfully leveraged its legacy to draw massive crowds. Dhamaal 4 has completed its first three days on a very strong note, showing a consistent growth trajectory that highlights its broad appeal across different age groups. By finding its rhythm so quickly on Saturday and Sunday, the movie has already cleared a significant hurdle, officially crossing the ₹50 Crore net milestone within its opening weekend itself. To understand the magnitude of this opening, we have to look back at how the previous films in this series performed. This franchise has grown significantly over the years, with each installment setting a higher bar than the last. Dhamaal 4 has now officially become the biggest opener in the history of this series, surpassing the record previously held by Total Dhamaal in 2019. Here is a comparison of the opening weekend net collections for each film in the franchise over the years: Dhamaal (2007): ₹7.08 Crore Double Dhamaal (2011): ₹21.75 Crore Total Dhamaal (2019): ₹62.40 Crore Dhamaal 4 (2026): ₹65.00 Crore (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Let's break down the India collections for the current film. The movie opened on Friday with a net collection of ₹14.00 Crore. While this was a solid start, the real momentum kicked in on Saturday. Day 2 saw a massive jump of 60.7 percent, bringing in ₹22.50 Crore. The upward trend continued on Sunday, which is typically the biggest day for family comedies. On its third day, the film collected ₹28.50 Crore, representing another 26.7 percent growth from Saturday. This steady climb pushed the total India net collection to the ₹65.00 Crore mark in just three days. Dhamaal 4 - India Box Office BreakdownDayGross CollectionNet CollectionShowsOccupancyDay 1 (Friday)₹16.80 Cr₹14.00 Cr10,66924.0%Day 2 (Saturday)₹27.00 Cr₹22.50 Cr10,95435.0%Day 3 (Sunday)₹34.20 Cr₹28.50 Cr11,48144.0%Total Weekend₹78.00 Cr₹65.00 Cr33,104- (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The ticket sales data provides even more context regarding the film's popularity. On the popular booking platform BookMyShow, the film sold a total of 12.53 Lakh tickets over the weekend. This includes 92,000 tickets from pre-sales, followed by 2.70 Lakh on Friday, 4.55 Lakh on Saturday, and 4.35 Lakh on Sunday. It is interesting to note that while Saturday had a slightly higher number of tickets booked via the app, the overall occupancy and collections were higher on Sunday due to better walk-in crowds at the counters. The performance in national chains, which includes PVR, INOX, and Cinepolis, was particularly impressive. For Sunday alone, Dhamaal 4 sold approximately 1.19 Lakh tickets across 3,700 shows in these major chains. This resulted in a gross collection of roughly ₹4.40 Crore from these venues. If we look at the weekend as a whole, over 2.36 Lakh tickets were sold at these national chains, showing that the movie found a lot of takers in urban centers and multiplexes. The overall occupancy in these chains stood at around 14.7 percent on Sunday, with PVR leading the pack at 17.6 percent occupancy. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) A closer look at the regional breakdown for Sunday reveals how the film performed across different major markets with varying show counts. In the National Capital Region (NCR), the movie ran across 1,041 shows with an overall occupancy of 45.0 percent, peaking at 65.0 percent during the evening slots. Mumbai recorded the highest engagement among major cities with a 55.5 percent overall occupancy across 868 shows, where evening screenings saw a massive 80.0 percent turnout. Ahmedabad followed closely with 55.0 percent occupancy over 718 shows, hitting a high of 78.0 percent in the evening. In other regions, Surat maintained a 43.8 percent occupancy across 388 shows, while Pune and Bengaluru saw steady numbers of 47.8 percent and 46.3 percent across 372 and 273 shows respectively. On a consolidated level for the Hindi 2D version, the day started with 22.31 percent occupancy in the morning and climbed to 56.31 percent in the afternoon, eventually reaching a peak of 71.62 percent in the evening before concluding the night at 47.62 percent, bringing the total Sunday occupancy to 49.46 percent. In the North American territory, the film is maintaining a steady pace and attracting the diaspora audience. Based on figures shared by Venky Box Office, the Saturday gross stood at 182,000 dollars (approximately ₹1.53 Crore). This brings the cumulative total in the region to 322,000 dollars (approximately ₹2.70 Crore), further strengthening the movie's overall performance in the international market during its first weekend. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The film is also making its mark globally with a strong performance across international markets. On its opening day, the movie collected ₹5.00 Crore overseas, bringing the first-day worldwide gross to ₹21.80 Crore. This momentum continued into Saturday, where it added another ₹5.00 Crore from international circuits, taking the two-day worldwide gross to ₹53.80 Crore. Based on early estimates for Sunday, the overseas market contributed approximately ₹4.00 Crore, pushing the total overseas gross to ₹14.00 Crore. When combined with the India gross of ₹78.00 Crore, the total worldwide gross collection stands at ₹92.00 Crore at the end of its first weekend. With the movie just ₹8 Crore shy of the ₹100 Crore milestone, it is well-positioned to cross that mark during the early part of the week.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, July 13 - The global box office has witnessed a historic milestone as Michael, the biographical drama based on the life of pop icon Michael Jackson, has officially crossed the $1 billion mark worldwide. The achievement makes it the first-ever biopic in cinema history to reach the prestigious milestone, cementing its place among the biggest box office success stories of all time. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Driven by positive word-of-mouth and strong performances across North America, Europe, Latin America, and several international markets, Michael has continued to attract audiences weeks after its release. The film has resonated with both longtime fans of the King of Pop and younger moviegoers, resulting in remarkable legs at the global box office. Directed by Antoine Fuqua and starring Jaafar Jackson as the Pop legend, Michael has grossed $372 million domestically (North America) and $629 million in the international markets so far for the worldwide cume of over $1 billion. It is the second movie of 2026 to hit the milestone of a billion dollars after Super Mario Galaxy Movie, and the 62nd film of all time to do so. Its success also highlights the enduring popularity and cultural impact of Michael Jackson's legacy. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Meanwhile, Disney's live-action adaptation of the billion-dollar toon, Moana, has failed to meet expectations. Despite carrying one of the studio's most beloved animated brands and featuring a massive production budget, the remake has struggled to generate audience interest, tanking at the box office with less than $100 million in worldwide opening weekend box office. Domestically, the Catherine Laga'aia and Dwayne Johnson-fronted adventure grossed just $43 million while its overseas debut landed at $52 million.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, July 12 - Bollywood star Ajay Devgn's Dhamaal 4 is turning out to be a bona fide box office success with better-than-expected opening weekend collection. After taking a good opening at 14 crores net, the comedy entertainer witnessed a massive jump of over 60% on Saturday, and it is simply running riot on Sunday to close the weekend on a strong note. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by Indra Kumar, Dhamaal 4 has registered a phenomenal jump of around 25% on its first Sunday at the Indian box office. As per early estimates, the comedy entertainer has collected over 28 crore net on Day 3, following its impressive 22.50 crore net haul on Saturday. The film's opening weekend now stands at approximately 65 crore net, making it one of the biggest Bollywood opening weekends of 2026. After a solid opening on Friday, Dhamaal 4 witnessed excellent growth over the weekend, driven by strong family footfall and positive word-of-mouth. The film recorded excellent occupancy across multiplexes and single screens, with evening and night shows performing particularly well. The healthy day-on-day growth reflects the audience's acceptance of the film and the enduring popularity of the Dhamaal franchise. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The Sunday collection of Dhamaal 4 is the biggest single-day collection for a Bollywood movie of 2026, outside Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge. The strong weekend has also placed Dhamaal 4 among Ajay Devgn's biggest box office starters. More importantly, the film has built a solid foundation heading into the weekdays. If it manages to hold well on Monday and maintain steady collections through the first week, it will be on course for an impressive lifetime total at the domestic box office. Directed by Indra Kumar, Dhamaal 4 features Ajay Devgn alongside Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, Jaaved Jaaferi, Sanjay Mishra, Ravi Kishan and an ensemble cast. With excellent weekend momentum and encouraging audience response, the comedy entertainer has emerged as a clear box office winner and is expected to continue its successful run in the coming days.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, July 12 - Ajay Devgn's Dhamaal 4 has registered an impressive jump on its first Saturday, putting the comedy entertainer on course for a strong opening weekend at the Indian box office. After opening with around 14 crore net on Friday, the film witnessed excellent growth on Day 2, driven by family audiences and strong evening occupancy across multiplexes as well as mass centres. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The comedy entertainer witnessed a massive jump of around 60% on its first Saturday, collecting an estimated 22.50 crore net. The film's total stands at 36.50 crore net after two days. The strong Saturday performance has put Dhamaal 4 firmly on course for an opening weekend of 60 crore or more, with Sunday expected to be the biggest day of its run. The strong Saturday trend suggests that positive audience reception is translating into solid word of mouth. While the film opened below Total Dhamaal, the weekend trajectory has significantly improved its prospects, and a Sunday collection in the 25 crore range now looks achievable if the current momentum continues. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by Indra Kumar, Dhamaal 4 reunites Ajay Devgn with franchise regulars Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi and Jaaved Jaaferi. If the film crosses the 60 crore mark in its first weekend, it will reinforce the enduring popularity of the Dhamaal franchise and provide Bollywood with another successful comedy performer in 2026.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, July 12 - Diljit Dosanjh-starrer Satluj has reportedly been removed from ZEE5's international platform, days after the film was taken down in India. The latest development means the controversial film is currently unavailable for streaming on the platform across multiple territories, marking another twist in its troubled release journey. The film premiered on ZEE5 on July 3 and was initially available for audiences outside India. However, it was removed from the Indian platform on July 5, with ZEE5 stating that the title was "unavailable in India until further notice" due to ongoing developments. At the time, the film continued to stream internationally, allowing overseas viewers to access it. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) According to the latest reports, Satluj has now also been withdrawn from ZEE5's global catalogue. While the streaming platform has not issued an official statement explaining the international removal, the film is no longer accessible to subscribers in overseas markets either. The makers have also not commented on the development so far. Directed by Honey Trehan, Satluj is based on the life of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra and has been surrounded by controversy over the past few years. The film has faced delays and multiple hurdles before eventually making its digital debut. Its subsequent removal from both the Indian and international versions of ZEE5 has once again put the spotlight on the project and raised fresh questions about its future availability on streaming platforms.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, July 11 - The horror films have been doing really well at the Indian box office for the last few years, and the latest to join the list is Evil Dead Burn. The sixth instalment in the Evil Dead film series has registered a solid start at the box office, emerging as the biggest Hollywood horror opener of 2026. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The latest instalment in the iconic franchise has comfortably outperformed this year's surprise horror blockbuster Obsession, underlining the strong appetite for the genre among Indian moviegoers. The film has grossed approximately 4 crore on its opening day in India (including paid previews), nearly double the 2.10 crore debut of Obsession. Evil Dead Burn has also comfortably surpassed the previous franchise instalment, Evil Dead Rise (2023), which opened to around 2.25 crore gross before going on to collect over 37 crore gross during its lifetime run in India. The impressive debut makes Evil Dead Burn the biggest opening for a horror film in India this year. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The horror genre has been enjoying a remarkable run at the Indian box office over the last few years, with audiences consistently turning up for well-made supernatural thrillers. The success of films like Obsession, The Conjuring, and Evil Dead Rise has helped expand the audience for horror releases, and Evil Dead Burn has continued that momentum with an even stronger opening. With positive word of mouth (8.2 rating on BMS) and the weekend still ahead, Evil Dead Burn is expected to witness healthy growth over Saturday and Sunday. If it maintains its momentum, the film has every chance of surpassing Evil Dead Rise's lifetime haul in India and ending its theatrical run as one of the biggest Hollywood horror hits of the year.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

Dhamaal 4 released in theatres yesterday, July 10, 2026, and has instantly struck a chord with the family audience. On its opening day, the film recorded a solid performance, collecting a net of ₹14 Cr across 10,669 tracked shows in India. This brings the total India gross collections to ₹16.80 Cr. Early estimates for the overseas market suggest a gross of approximately ₹5.00 Cr, pushing the worldwide opening day total to a massive ₹21.80 Cr. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) With this opening, Dhamaal 4 has officially surpassed the Day 1 collections of Bol Bachchan (₹12.10 Cr) to become one of the Top 3 comedy openers of Ajay Devgn's career, trailing only behind Golmaal Again and Total Dhamaal. The film brings back the beloved trio of Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, and Arshad Warsi, while adding fresh energy with Ravi Kishan, Sanjeeda Shaikh, and Esha Gupta. Critics have praised the fast-paced madness and the clean, kid-friendly humor that has been missing from the big screen lately. LIVE BLOG: DAY 2 UPDATES 04:15 PM (IST) 11 JUL 2026 Live Update: Saturday Afternoon Explosion; Dhamaal 4 Crosses 500K Ticket Milestone on BMS Dhamaal 4 is on a rampage this Saturday, showing a massive jump in footfalls across the country. As of 4:15 PM, the film has already minted ₹7.02 crore net live today across 6,236 tracked shows. This brings the total India net collection to ₹21.02 crore, with the total gross reaching ₹25.08 crore within just 40 hours of its release. The momentum on BookMyShow (BMS) is unprecedented for a comedy entertainer this year. Between 3 PM and 4 PM alone, the film sold 22,850 tickets, recording a significant surge compared to the 15,850 tickets sold during the same window yesterday. The cumulative sales since 7 AM this morning have now touched 1,59,170 tickets—nearly doubling yesterday's performance of 90,320 in the same period. The most significant milestone of the day comes from the platform itself, as Dhamaal 4 has officially crossed 500,000 (500K) total tickets sold on BookMyShow. The occupancy levels for the Hindi 2D version are reflecting a massive Saturday surge. While the morning shows started steadily at 12.77 per cent, the afternoon shows witnessed an explosive jump, recording 33.92 per cent occupancy across the country. Currently, the overall average for the day stands at 23.35 per cent. 01:45 PM (IST) 11 JUL 2026 Live Update: Saturday Momentum Skyrockets; Day 2 Live Net Crosses ₹2 Crore Dhamaal 4 is maintaining an extraordinary pace as it enters the Saturday afternoon shows. As of 1:45 PM, the film has already collected a net of ₹2.31 crore live today across 4,087 tracked shows. This takes the total India net collection to ₹16.31 crore, with the gross collection now standing at ₹19.53 crore so far. The ticket sales on BookMyShow are nearly doubling compared to the opening day. Between 12 PM and 1 PM today, the film sold 21,430 tickets, showing a massive jump from the 12,510 tickets sold during the same window yesterday. The total tickets booked since 7 AM this morning have reached a staggering 89,770, compared to 45,770 in the same period on Friday. 12:45 PM (IST) 11 JUL 2026 Live Update: Dhamaal 4 Crosses ₹15 Cr Net; Morning Occupancy Jumps by 50% Dhamaal 4 is witnessing a terrific surge on its first Saturday, with audience interest scaling new heights. As of 12:45 PM, the film has already minted ₹1.44 crore net live today across 3,575 tracked shows. This pushes the total India net collection to ₹15.19 crore (₹18.20 crore gross) so far. The ticket sales on BookMyShow have hit an explosive pace. Between 11 AM and 12 PM today, the film sold 24,510 tickets, which is more than double the 11,330 tickets sold during the same hour yesterday. The cumulative sales since 7 AM this morning have reached 68,340 tickets, compared to 33,260 yesterday. Occupancy trends are equally impressive. The morning shows recorded an overall occupancy of 12.77%, a significant leap from Friday's 8.38% morning start. Regionally, Mumbai and Pune are leading the charge with 18% occupancy each, followed by NCR and Bengaluru at 15% and 13% respectively. The Dhamaal wave has significantly altered the trending charts; while Alia Bhatt's Alpha has stopped trending on BMS , Welcome To The Jungle has started to emerge in the trending list during the 11 AM-12 PM window. With matinee and evening shows expected to see heavy walk-ins, the film is firmly on track for a huge Saturday finish. 10:15 AM (IST) 11 JUL 2026 Live Update: 2x Surge on Saturday Morning; Weekend Projections Eye ₹60 Crore Mark The momentum for Dhamaal 4 has witnessed a massive jump on Saturday morning. Between 9 AM and 10 AM today, the film sold 13,870 tickets on BookMyShow, which is more than double the 6,770 tickets sold in the same window yesterday. The total sales since 7 AM this morning have reached 24,330, compared to 12,660 yesterday morning. With an 8.9/10 rating on BMS from over 4,200 votes, the positive audience feedback is clearly driving a strong weekend surge. Based on current ticket sales and occupancy trends, the film is now gearing up to collect over ₹20 crore on both Saturday and Sunday, with a strong chance of hitting ₹25 crore tomorrow. If this pace continues, Dhamaal 4 is looking at a ₹60 crore plus opening weekend, comfortably surpassing initial trade expectations. 09:15 AM (IST) 11 JUL 2026 Live Update: Day 2 Morning Sales Explode; 77% Jump Over Friday Dhamaal 4 is showing signs of a massive weekend surge. As of 9:15 AM on Day 2, the film is running across 1,488 shows and has already collected a live net of ₹0.19 Cr today. This brings the cumulative India net to ₹13.94 Cr (₹16.72 Cr Gross) within the first few hours of Saturday. The momentum on BookMyShow (BMS) is staggering. Between 8 AM and 9 AM today, the film sold 7,320 tickets, compared to 4,230 tickets during the same window yesterday. The total sales since 7 AM today have reached 10,460 tickets, nearly doubling yesterday's 5,890. In the National Chains (PIC), the advance booking for today stands at a robust 71.8K tickets, generating a gross of approximately ₹2.74 Cr with a 9.3% occupancy. This is a significant jump compared to yesterday's 44K tickets at the same time. Leading the charge is PVR with 35.8K tickets (₹1.45 Cr), followed by INOX with 24.5K tickets (₹89 Lakh) and Cinepolis with 11.5K tickets (₹40 Lakh). The strong Word of Mouth is clearly translating into heavy spot bookings for the weekend. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) @keyframes pulse { 0% { opacity: 1; } 50% { opacity: 0.2; } 100% { opacity: 1; } } .blinking-dot { height: 10px; width: 10px; background-color: white; border-radius: 50%; display: inline-block; animation: pulse 1.2s infinite ease-in-out; }

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, July 11 - Ajay Devgn has added another notable opening-day performer to his illustrious career with Dhamaal 4. The Indra Kumar-directed comedy opened to an estimated 14 crore net at the Indian box office, giving the actor yet another double-digit opener and securing a place among his top 10 biggest opening-day earners. The opening is a healthy result for a comedy franchise, especially without the benefit of a major holiday. Decent advance bookings, franchise value, and positive response from family audiences helped the film register a solid first-day total. The real test now lies in how well it capitalises on Saturday and Sunday, with trade expecting a significant jump if word of mouth remains favourable. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) With its Day 1 collection, Dhamaal 4 has comfortably entered Ajay Devgn's list of biggest openers. The actor's top opening-day performers continue to be led by Singham Again, Drishyam 2, Shaitaan, Total Dhamaal, and Golmaal Again, highlighting his consistent box-office pull across the action, thriller, and comedy genres. The encouraging start also reinforces the enduring popularity of the Dhamaal franchise. If the film records the expected weekend growth, it could emerge as one of Ajay Devgn's strongest comedy successes in recent years and provide another much-needed hit for Bollywood's theatrical business in 2026. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Ajay Devgn's Top 10 Biggest Opening Days (India Net) Rank Movie Day 1 Collection Year 1 Singham Again ₹43.50 Cr 2024 2 Singham Returns ₹32.10 Cr 2014 3 Golmaal Again ₹30.15 Cr 2017 4 Raid 2 ₹19.25 Cr 2025 5 Total Dhamaal ₹16.50 Cr 2019 6 Drishyam 2 ₹15.40 Cr 2022 7 Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior ₹15.00 Cr 2020 8 Shaitaan ₹14.75 Cr 2024 9 Dhamaal 4 ₹14.00 Cr 2026 10 Baadshaho ₹12.60 Cr 2017

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Hyderabad, July 11 - Telugu and Tamil cinema are gearing up for an exciting showdown, with two ambitious films based on Lord Murugan currently in development. While Indian cinema has produced several epics over the years, it is rare for two major industries to simultaneously back large-scale films inspired by the same Hindu deity. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) On the Telugu front, filmmaker Trivikram Srinivas is developing a magnum opus on Lord Murugan with Jr NTR in the lead. The project has generated significant buzz since its announcement, with the makers reportedly planning a grand visual spectacle that combines history, emotion, and cutting-edge visual effects. The film is expected to begin production after Jr NTR wraps up his ongoing commitments. Tamil cinema, meanwhile, has announced Thamizh Murugan, starring Dhanush in the lead role. The ambitious project will be directed by acclaimed filmmaker Vetrimaaran and is expected to present a distinct cinematic interpretation of Lord Murugan. The announcement has already created considerable excitement, given the combination of Dhanush and Vetrimaaran, who have previously delivered acclaimed films together. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) With both projects still in the early stages and release dates yet to be announced, the parallel development of these two films has become a major talking point among fans. If the films arrive within a similar timeframe, audiences could witness an intriguing comparison between Telugu and Tamil cinema's unique storytelling styles and their respective visions of one of Hinduism's most revered deities. About Lord Murugan Lord Murugan, also known as Kartikeya, Skanda, Subrahmanya, Shanmukha, and Kumara, is one of the most revered deities in Hinduism. He is especially worshipped in South India, particularly in Tamil Nadu, as the God of War, Courage, Victory, and Wisdom. Lord Murugan is the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati and the younger brother of Lord Ganesha. He is believed to have been born to defeat the powerful demon Tarakasura, who could only be slain by Shiva's son.