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Wimbledon Win Ft. Jana Nayagan(Photo Credit –Instagram)

In an electrifying clash against Carlos Alcaraz, Italy’s Jannik Sinner emerged victorious in the Wimbledon finals. This win turned out to be an unprecedented crossover of cinema and sport. To celebrate the victory, Wimbledon has paid tribute to Indian cinema for the very first time — honouring Thalapathy Vijay and his upcoming film Jana Nayagan.

Announcing the winner, Wimbledon’s official social media handle dropped a surprise post linking to Thalapathy Vijay’s film, Jana Nayagan. As the crowd roared and Centre Court witnessed history, the Instagram post shared a resemblance with the upcoming Tamil film. The visual mirrored Jana Nayagan’s iconic Republic Day poster, with Sinner striking a powerful selfie pose with his trophy, echoing Vijay’s image in the film’s teaser art.

Wimbledon Tribute Sparks Social Media Frenzy

It doesn’t get any bigger than this. Thalapathy Vijay...

Jana Nayagan Box Office Day 1: Thalapathy Vijay Is Ready To Break His Record (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Thalapathy Vijay is celebrating his 51st birthday today, and it’s a special day for all his die-hard fans. It’s a big occasion, and the makers of his upcoming film ensured his fans get something more to celebrate. At midnight, they unveiled a glimpse of the actor’s highly anticipated film, Jana Nayagan. The glimpse was titled ‘The first roar,’ and teased us with the look of Vijay and dropped the birthday wish. As expected, this glimpse got everyone excited, and watching all the madness on the internet, the film is guaranteed to destroy the Indian box office.

Thalapathy Vijay gears up for his final film

As we all know, Vijay announced the political party ‘Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam’ earlier last year and made it clear that he will enter full-time politics. His...

Devil’s Double Next Level (Closing Collection): ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

The Santhanam starrer Tamil action horror flick, Devil’s Double Next Level has now wrapped up its theatrical run at the box office. The movie had come very close to recovering its entire budget but failed to do so. Let us take a look at the closing box office performance of the film.

Devil’s Double Next Level Box Office Collection Day 28

On its 28th day, the day-wise collection of the Santhanam starrer was around 1 lakh. This day-wise collection of the movie remained stagnant ever since its 20th day. The movie had garnered 11 lakhs on its 11th day.

Thus, it witnessed a sharp drop of around 90% when it comes to its day-wise collection. The movie is now wrapping up its India net collection with 18.32 crores. Including the taxes, the gross collection comes to 21.61 crores.

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Watch Devil’s Double: Next Level Hit ZEE5 This June(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Devil’s Double Next Level marks the fourth chapter in the hit Dhilluku Dhuddu horror-comedy franchise, returning with its signature blend of spooky thrills and quirky humor. The film will be available to stream in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada.

What is the plot of Devil’s Double: Next Level?

Written and directed by S. Prem Anand, the film stars Santhanam in the lead role as Kissa, a sarcastic film critic known for tearing apart horror films. His world turns upside down when he’s invited to a private screening by a mysterious filmmaker named Hitchcock Irudhayaraj, played by Selvaraghavan. As the film begins to roll, Kissa is pulled into its storyline—trapped inside a cursed movie that unfolds on a haunted cruise ship.

From there, the narrative takes a bizarre turn, mixing supernatural elements with absurd comedy.

Devil’s Double Next Level Box Office Collection Day 18 (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The Santhanam starrer Tamil action horror flick, Devil’s Double Next Level enjoyed a decent run at the box office but it might lose the plus verdict. The movie is inching very close to a complete budget recovery but it might wrap up its curtains without attaining the same. Here is taking a look at the box office performance of the film on its 18th day.

Devil’s Double Next Level Box Office Collection Day 18

On its 18th day, the Santhanam starrer earned 13 lakhs when it came to the day-wise collection. This was a drop of around 38% since the film amassed 21 lakhs on its previous day. The total India net collection of the film now comes to 18.03 crores. Including the taxes, the gross collection includes 21.27 crore.

Take A Look At The Devil’s Double Next Level Box Office Breakdown Below:

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Devil’s Double Next Level Box Office Collection Day 11 ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Devil’s Double Next Level, starring Santhanam, has performed reasonably well. After a good start at the Indian box office, the film faced much bigger drops than expected. Initially, it looked like the film would comfortably enter the safe zone by recovering its budget, but in reality, it still needs to cover some distance and put itself in a risk-free situation. Keep reading for a detailed collection report of day 11!

Reception of the film

The Tamil action horror comedy film is the fourth instalment in the Dhilluku Dhuddu film series. It released theatrically on May 16, 2025. It opened to mixed to poor reviews from critics. While the film was praised for some genuinely funny moments, it received criticism for its weak script, inconsistent screenplay, and other aspects.

How much did Devil’s Double Next Level earn at the Indian box office?

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Devil’s Double Next Level Box Office Collection Day 1 ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

The Santhanam starrer Tamil horror-comedy film Devil’s Double Next Level was released into the theatres on May 16, 2025. Despite a moderate buzz, the film witnessed a decent opening. Let us take a look at the box office performance of the movie on its first day.

Devil’s Double Next Level Box Office Collection Day 1

According to the early estimates in Sacnilk, the film earned 2.85 crores* on its opening day. This was quite a good start. The film seems to have been getting a positive word of mouth which has reflected on the collections.

However, now all eyes are on the momentum of the film on its second day. It is very important that the film maintains a consistency in this positive word of mouth to not witness a fall in the collections. Even though the reviews from the critics have not been that favorable,...

Bazooka Expected Ott Release Date Update: Here’s What We Know(Photo Credit –Facebook)

The year 2024 was a good one for Mammootty. Of the two films he released that year, the first was Bramayugam. It was both a critical and commercial success. His next movie, Turbo, also performed well at the box office. But things took a turn in 2025. Mammootty faced failure with Dominic and the Ladies’ Purse and Bazooka. Now, Bazooka is set to make its digital premiere after its theatrical release on April 10, 2025. Read on to know more about its expected Ott release update.

Bazooka Plot

A series of robberies takes place, and before each one, the police receive a riddle, delivered through various modes of communication such as text messages, letters, or other means. The initial robberies don’t involve items of high monetary value, but the stolen goods carry significant symbolic or emotional worth. The police...

Decoding The Cameos In Hit 3 (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The Nani starrer crime-thriller flick, Hit 3 was released on May 1, 2025. While the movie has been garnering fairly positive reviews from the critics and masses alike, it has also been making waves for some exciting cameos which have left fans wanting for more. With a heads-up of the spoilers that lie ahead, here’s decoding the cameo appearances in the film.

One of the cameos that has been leaving fans in a frenzy since the release of the film is that of Adivi Sesh as Sp Krishna Dev (Kd) from Hit Hyderabad. For the unversed, Kd was the protagonist in Hit 2, which had also received a positive response from the fans. His cameo appearance comes at a crucial point in the film after Nani’s Arjun Sarkaar is surrounded by the members of the serial killing cult Ctk headed by Alpha...

Hit 3 Ending Explained(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Nani’s crime flick Hit 3 was released into the theatres yesterday (May 1). The movie is the third installment of the Hit franchise, which has been helmed by Sailesh Kolanu. Here is a major spoiler alert for you as we decode the ending of the film and what to look forward to in the fourth part.

Hit 3 Ending Explained

The ending of Hit 3 involves Nani’s Arjun Sarkaar locking horns with a serial killer cult that uses the medium of dark web to flaunt their actions to the world. The cult is led by a psychopathic Alpha (Prateik Babbar). Not only does the cult Ctk take pride in killing innocent souls but they are also involved in an organ trading racket with a powerful pharma company.

We see Arjun enter the cult’s meeting place at an old Burmese Palace in Arunachal Pradesh,...

Vikky Varun’s Directorial Debut Kaalapatthar On Ott ( Photo Credit – X )

After months of anticipation, Vikky Varun’s debut directorial Kaalapatthar is finally making its digital debut. The film, which was released in theatres in September 2024 and received decent reviews, didn’t land an immediate streaming deal. However, it’s now ready to arrive on Ott, with its digital debut scheduled for tomorrow..

When & Where to Watch Kaalapatthar

The wait is finally over! Kaalapatthar will premiere on Sun Nxt starting May 2, 2025. The announcement post on X hyped fans with the caption, “Barthide barthide, ille barthide!! Superhit chalanachitra Kaalapatthar eega SunNXT-ige barthide! From tomorrow on SunNXT.

Barthide barthide, ille barthide!! Superhit chalanachitra Kaalapatthar eega SunNXT-ige barthide! From tomorrow on SunNXT!#SunNXT #Kfi #Kaalapatthar pic.twitter.com/1nssuuLiau

— Sun Nxt (@sunnxt) May 1, 2025

So, if you missed it in theatres or want to experience the emotional depth and unique narrative once again, the...

Suriya Performing High-Octane Stunt In Retro ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Suriya’s Retro directed by Karthik Subbaraj has been the talk of the town ever since its release. While it has earned praise for its gripping action and stellar performance by the lead, opinions are divided when it comes to the movie’s pacing and narrative choices. Here’s what fans are saying about the film on Twitter:

Netizens reactions:

Suriya’s portrayal of the protagonist, Paarivel Kannan, has left an indelible mark on the audience. His commitment to the role, especially in the high-intensity action sequences, has garnered praise. One netizen rated the movie with 3.5 out of 5 and wrote,

“Excellent first half with ultimate visualisation and execution of Ks and extreme intensity of Suriya Anna. second half slowed down a bit with lags to maintain momentum and depth of first, else good. suriya the actor and star, is inherent by birth.

When Ajith’s Attitude Left Gautham Vasudev Menon Furious ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

There have often been instances when superstars of Indian cinema have rubbed off filmmakers in the wrong way when it came to their availability and schedule. One such fallout had taken place between megastar Ajith and director-actor Gautham Vasudev Menon. It all started after Gautham was supposed to direct the actor’s 50th film but things did not go ahead as planned.

Gautham Vasudev Menon was left extremely disappointed when Ajith decided to work with Venkat Prabhu instead after making him wait for a long period of time when it came to the dates. He recalled how the Good Bad Ugly actor suddenly went abroad for his racing and after coming back, chose to go ahead with Prabhu’s film Mangaatha, instead. Menon further called out the actor for telling him to wait for one year to go ahead with their movie.

Bazooka Box Office Collection Day 17 (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The Mammootty starrer action-thriller film Bazooka is struggling at the box office. The film is now close to covering 50% of its budget but there is little or no hope left for it. Let us take a look at the box office performance of the film on its 17th day.

Bazooka Box Office Collection Day 17

On its 17th day, the Mammootty starrer earned 4 lakhs when it came to its day-wise collection. Its 17-day day-wise collections remained the same as its previous day. The movie had amassed 11 lakhs on its 15th day after which it had witnessed a sharp drop of around 63%.

The total India net collection of Bazooka now stands at 13.78 crores. The movie is most likely to close its theatrical run below 15 crores. It has also been receiving mostly negative reviews from the critics and masses alike which has affected its box office performance.

Bazooka Box Office Collection Day 14 Update! ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Mammootty returned to the big screens to entertain fans shortly after Dominic And The Ladies Purse. But his action thriller Bazooka, alongside Gautham Vasudev Menon, is heading for another box office disappointment. Check out the latest update on day 14.

As per Sacnilk, Bazooka garnered an estimated 16 lakhs on the second Wednesday. It suffered a 30% dip compared to 23 lakhs earned on the previous day. This is the lowest Mammootty starrer has fallen in 14 days. Hopefully, the upcoming weekend will bring some ray of hope to the box office.

The overall collections at the Malayalam box office come to 13.59 crore net, which is about 16.03 crores in gross earnings. There is also stiff competition at the ticket windows due to the box office clash with Alappuzha Gymkhana, Maranamass and L2: Empuraan, as both competitors are drawing decent footfalls. It is now to be...

Bazooka Box Office Collection Day 4 Update!(Photo Credit –Facebook/Instagram)

Mammootty and Gautham Vasudev Menon led Bazooka has completed its first week at the Malayalam box office. It is facing stiff competition from Alappuzha Gymkhana and Maranamass. Unfortunately, the box office collections witnessed an unexpected dip on Sunday. Scroll below for day 4 updates!

Negative reviews take over?

Bazooka was released on April 10, 2024, and enjoyed good footfalls on the opening day due to the Mahavir Jayanti holiday. The word-of-mouth remained mixed, but it maintained a decent hold in the following days. On day 4, Deeno Dennis’ directorial faced a 10% drop as it added 1.88 crore net to the kitty.

The box office collections should have ideally grown on the last day of the first weekend. However, things did not favor the Mollywood action thriller due to negative reviews plus stiff competition. The 4-day extended opening weekend of the Mammootty starrer comes to 9.18 crore net.

Bazooka Worldwide Box Office Collection Day 3 ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

The Mammootty starrer action-thriller film Bazooka was released on April 10, 2025. Despite mixed reviews from the critics and the audience alike, the film is maintaining a decent pace at the box office. Here is taking a look at the box office performance of the film on its 3rd day.

Bazooka Worldwide Box Office Collection Day 3

According to the early estimates in Sacnilk, on its 3rd day, the Mammootty starrer earned 1.85 crores on its 3rd day when it came to the day-wise collection. This was a drop of around 11% since the movie had amassed 2.1 crores on its previous day. The total India net collection of the film comes to 7.15 crores.

The movie had opened at 3.2 crores which was not a bad opening considering that the film clashed with two other Mollywood releases namely Alappuzha Gymkhana and Maranamass. Including the taxes, the film’s gross collection comes to 8.43 crores.

Movies based on a gaming premise are nothing new for cinema enthusiasts. In the cult favorite “Ready Player One,” the Chinese blockbuster drama “Love O2O,” “Scott Pilgrim vs. the World,” “Wreck-It Ralph,” or “Free Guy,” world-building acts as the strongest fulcrum, elevating the immersive quality of the movies. The 2025 Malayalam language thriller “Bazooka,” written and directed by debutant Deeno Dennis, is one such genre-bending film that merges multiple genres, including action, gaming, heist, and thriller. But does the film pass with flying colors? Or does the execution make the idea on paper look foolish and unbearably tiresome? Let’s find out.

“Bazooka,” as intriguing as the name sounds, has an equally intriguing premise. It follows a serial robber, a monomaniac gamer, who commits multiple challenging robberies in the city and comes out unscathed, proving to be a menace to the city police. Enter Kochi Acp, the prestigious, decorated police officer Mr.

Bazooka Movie Review Rating:

Star Cast: Mammootty, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Iswarya Menon, Hakkim Shah, Divya Pillai, Sidharth Bharathan, Babu Antony, Sumit Naval, Shine Tom Chacko, Abin Bino, and Joemon Jyothir.

Director: Deeno Dennis

Bazooka Movie Review (Photo Credit – Instagram)

What’s Good: Mammootty’s various looks throughout the film is impressive, except for the final one. The fight sequences are well-executed, and though a few feel unnecessary to the core plot, they’re still enjoyable to watch.

What’s Bad: The film suffers from a weak script. At times, it’s unclear how certain events unfold. The storyline feels stretched, with unnecessary subplots that add little value.

Loo Break: You could take a short break during the second robbery sequence. It lacks the visual appeal of the first and feels like it was added just to boost the robbery count. It seems the makers didn’t put much effort into making it stand out.

Bazooka X Reactions Are Out (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Mammootty starrer Bazooka by Yoodlee Films has reportedly been a gripping experience for the people. They have been raving about the film’s high points on social media as it has been released in the theatres. There have been hooting and eruptions at the theatres, which is expected from a Mammootty film; the reactions are already overwhelming. Keep scrolling for more.

According to reports, the project was developed in 2018 and is Deeno Dennis’s directorial debut. The film features Gautham Vasudev Menon, Babu Antony, Neeta Pillai, Gayathiri Iyer, Jagadish, and Iswarya Menon.

Bazooka, led by Mammootty and Gautham Vasudev Menon, is a Malayalam actioner with an intriguing plot. The film follows a cop and a businessman who team up on a mission to capture a serial killer. They use a series of elaborate games to track him down. The film’s ratings are still under wraps,...

Bazooka Box Office Day 1 Advance Booking: With 1 Day To Go, Mammootty Surpasses His Last Film! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Mammootty’s next Bazooka has started on a decent note at the box office, with the advance booking of the film surpassing the numbers of the superstar’s last arrival – Dominic & The Ladies’ Purse at the box office. His upcoming film presents him as an intriguing character yet keeping a lot under wraps.

Dominic & The Ladies’ Purse Final Advance Booking

Mammootty’s last film which arrived in the theaters in February 2025, earned 9.29 crore in India and 19.96 crore worldwide. It registered an advance booking of 70 lakh gross for the opening day at the Indian box office, which was not an appraise-worthy number!

Bazooka Box Office Day 1 Advance Sales

For the opening day, April 10, Mammootty‘s film has already registered 95 lakh gross (excluding blocked seats), as of 12 pm Ist, with 1050 shows in...

Here’s A Look At All Major Malayalam Film Releases On April 10(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Mohanlal’s L2: Empuraan is ruling the Kerala theatres right now. But new challengers are arriving on April 10th, 2025. Can they overthrow the current champion? Leading the pack of newcomers is Mammootty with Bazooka, followed by the Basil Joseph-starrer Maranamass, and then Naslen with his sports drama Alappuzha Gymkhana. Let’s take a look at these competitors one by one.

Bazooka

Bazooka was originally scheduled to release in February, but it got postponed to April 10th. It is an action thriller led by Mammootty and Gautham Vasudev Menon, written and directed by Deeno Dennis. Gvm portrays the role of a police officer, while Mammootty is expected to help him capture a serial killer. According to some reports, to track down the killer, they engage in a series of elaborate games devised by the murderer himself.

Jana Nayagan Mega Deal! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Thalapathy Vijay’s highly anticipated political action thriller Jana Nayagan is already making waves. Even before its theatrical release, the film has secured an unprecedented satellite rights deal. According to reports, Sun TV has acquired the film’s satellite rights for a record-breaking ₹55 crores.

With Vijay’s massive box-office appeal and the film’s intense political backdrop, this deal was bound to attract major broadcasters. The acquisition ensures that Jana Nayagan will reach an extensive audience following its theatrical run, further solidifying its blockbuster potential.

What Makes ‘Jana Nayagan’ So Special?

Directed by H. Vinoth, Jana Nayagan will be released on January 9, 2026, coinciding with the lavish Pongal celebrations. Produced under the provisional title Thalapathy 69, Jana Nayagan represents Vijay’s 69th lead role movie. The movie features an ensemble lead cast of Vijay, Pooja Hegde, and Bobby Deol.

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Jana Nayagan Ott Rights Sold To Netflix? ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Jana Nayagan is more of an emotion than a film. It marks the final film of Thalapathy Vijay in Indian cinema before he enters politics. It is set for a theatrical release on Pongal 2026. The digital rights have reportedly been sold for a staggering sum, but it is lower than The Greatest Of All Time (The Goat). Scroll below for a detailed report!

Jana Nayagan Ott rights

As per Track Tollywood, Netflix and Amazon Prime Video engaged in a tough battle to own the digital rights of H Vinoth’s directorial. Prime Video ultimately won the battle and paid a staggering 121 crores to buy the Ott rights of Jana Nayagan.

Thalapathy Vijay starrer is reportedly mounted on a whopping budget of 400 crores and is one of the most expensive Indian films. It has recovered almost 30.25% of its estimated cost through digital rights alone!

The Bhootnii Trailer Review Ft. 2 Strees Mouni-Palak & A Sanjay Dutt! (Photo Credit –Facebook)

With the season of horror, comedies, and horror-comedies ruling the box office, another horror comedy is arriving in the theaters. Starring Sanjay Dutt, Mouni Roy, Palak Tiwari & Sunny Singh in the lead, The Bhootnii trailer has arrived. Produced by Sanjay Dutt & Deepak Mukut, the horror comedy is helmed by Sidhaant Sachdev.

The problem with this horror comedy is that the comedy here is horrific, and the horror here is comic. The story revolves around a virgin tree on a college campus. A campus where a 30+ something Sunny Singh is romancing Palak Tiwari, and both of them are in college probably, which does not seem too convincing.

Moreover, there is The Bhootnii, Mouni Roy, who calls herself as Mohabbat! Yes, that is the name of the Chudail, but dare not call her a chudail, as the ghostbuster slash ghosthunter Sanjay Dutt says!

Raid 2 Teaser Review Ft. Ajay Devgn & Riteish Deshmukh!(Photo Credit –Facebook)

It has been seven years since Bollywood witnessed something very different from what we have witnessed. A story about an income tax officer, Amey Pattnaik. The story was so interesting that we ignored all the flaws about an Income Tax officer being presented as a larger-than-life hero! Something that was not convincing but got overlooked! Ajay Devgan is now back with Raid 2!

The teaser of the film helmed by Raj Kumar Gupta has been dropped, and it has left us with some doubts. The teaser does not impress, as the first film is still very much fresh in everyone’s minds! Of course, the antagonist is now Riteish Deshmukh instead of Saurabh Shukla! But Riteish, with only one dialogue and his arrogant demeanor, wins this teaser!

We are worried about Ajay Devgn and his promises! A dialogue by Amey Pattnaik declares,...

Ground Zero Teaser Review Ft. Emraan Hashmi: Is This Prahaar Avatar Enough?(Photo Credit –Instagram)

The only genre of films where Bollywood hardly goes wrong is war dramas involving India and Pakistan. And it turns a goldmine if it involves Kashmir! Last year, Yami Gautam’s Article 370 turned into one of the most profitable Hindi films of the year, and now, Emraan Hashmi is gearing up for an intense war drama, Ground Zero!

The teaser of the film has been dropped, and with all honesty, this seems to be a promising war drama involving Kashmir. In fact, Emraan Hashmi, as a soldier, looks very promising, even at this age! Honestly, Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani’s production house Excel Entertainment needs to be applauded for picking the right kind of stories!

Ground Zero teaser is packed with heavy-duty dialogues that involve Watan, Zameer, Zameen, Maqsad, Insaaf, and more. But none of it looks over-dramatized.

When & Where To Stream Sundeep Kishan’s Mazaka? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Sundeep Kishan’s latest rom-com, Mazaka, is all set to make its grand debut on a digital platform. Following its theatrical release on February 26, 2025, the film struggled to connect with audiences due to a lack of freshness and a weak script. Despite its box office failure, a recent announcement from an Ott giant confirmed that Mazaka will soon be available for streaming.

When & Where To Watch Mazaka Online?

Recently, the streaming platform ZEE5 Telugu announced that the movie will be available for streaming on March 28, 2025. The announcement post on X reads, “A biggg dose of summer fun awaits you! Get ready for #MazakaOnZee5 from March 28.”

If you missed its theatrical run or just want to experience some laughs again, the digital premiere is a perfect opportunity to enjoy the movie whenever you want. Jam-packed with humor, family dilemmas, and unpredictable twists,...

L2 Empuraan Review On X (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The much-awaited Malayalam actioner starring Mohanlal and Prithviraj Sukumaran, L2 Empuraan, released into the theatres today (March 27). Being one of the most anticipated Mollywood films of this year, inevitably, fans flocked to the theatres to catch the early shows of the movie. Here is taking a look at what the netizens have been saying about the film on X.

L2 Empuraan Review On X

Netizens seem to have a divided viewpoint when it comes to Mohanlal and Prithviraj Sukumaran’s mass actioner. One of the netizens said, “One word review: Toofan. A film that will set benchmark for Mollywood for years to come. Mohanlal has proven why he’s the Goat and hatsoff to Prithviraj, the mastermind behind this epic masterpiece. Indian cinema will celebrate this masterclass from Mollywood.”

A user added, “A terrific multi-layered mass entertainer from Prithviraj and Mohanlal. Embedded in the DNA of Lucifer,...

Bazooka Trailer Review (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The makers of the Mammootty and Gautham Vasudev Menon starrer Malayalam game action thriller film Bazooka, unveiled the trailer of the film. The movie presents itself as a thrilling game wherein there is a protagonist and a troublemaker involved. However, soon, we delve deep into the intricacies of the plot.

Bazooka Trailer Review

Talking about the trailer of the film, it starts with introducing us to Gautham Vasudev Menon’s character Benjamin Joshua who is the Acp of Cochin. A voiceover says how the police officer has a capable and efficient team who are all well-trained. Cut to, Mammootty’s character who is hinted to be kind of a troublemaker with various shades of grey.

Furthermore, the voiceover in the Bazooka trailer says how Mammootty’s character is a ‘nobody but definitely a somebody, classy, sleek.” We see that the superstar’s character might...

Dragon Box Office Collection Day 29: Kollywood Gets A 100 Crore Club Entrant After A Long Time(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Dragon, starring Pradeep Ranganathan, has definitely slowed but is earning enough to achieve milestones during its theatrical run. After crossing the 150 crore mark recently globally, the film has now made a much-awaited entry into the 100 crore club. Yes, you read that right! It has become the first Kollywood film of 2025 to enter the 100-crore club at the Indian box office. Keep reading for a detailed collection report of 29 days!

Dragon enters the 5th week

Yesterday, the Pradeep Ranganathan starrer entered its fifth week. In the four weeks, the film earned 99.88 crores. On day 29, growth was seen, and 36 lakh came in. Out of this, the original Tamil version contributed 34 lakh. The Telugu-dubbed version contributed the remaining 2 lakh. This is a good number, considering the fact that the film has already made its Ott premiere.

Tamil comedy-drama film “Dragon” (2025), currently streaming on Netflix, is an odd one. At its core, the film has a story that tries to undercut the hardcore appeal of a mainstream hero (Read “Mass Hero”). Yet, director Ashwath Marimuthu could not help but resort to the same deifying cliches at every turn of events. The result is a film that runs a story of subversion through the mill of rigid conformity. The film’s titular protagonist should have been a fine anti-hero with all his frailties. Alas, in “Dragon,” those flaws come across as quirks of a mass hero.

Speaking of quirkiness, the film starts well where our lead protagonist D. Ragavan becomes Dragon (Pradeep Ranganathan). All in a bid to impress girls, because the film immediately takes the sweeping stance that girls only dig bad boys. One of the top students in high school, Dragon intentionally starts to fall behind...

Jana Nayagan: Vijay’s Final Film Gears Up for a Grand Release ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

The shooting of Thalapathy Vijay’s final film, Jana Nayagan directed by H. Vinoth is progressing swiftly. Reports suggest that the team is planning for a Pongal 2026 release.

Meanwhile, strong buzz is circulating in film circles that three-star directors are going to join the film. Atlee, Nelson Dilipkumar, and Lokesh Kanagaraj might make cameo appearances in a song. This special song is rumored to be a tribute to Vijay as he transitions from acting to politics, but there is no official confirmation regarding this.

Fans on social media have been celebrating this speculation. Many are expressing excitement about the possibility of witnessing their favorite directors alongside Vijay on screen. If true, it will be a memorable send-off for the actor.

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Dragon Box Office Day 1: Pradeep Ranganathan Film Breaks 3 Opening Records! ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Kollywood has welcomed another biggie at the box office with open arms as Pradeep Ranganathan’s Dragon opens at the box office with 6 crore total on day 1, smashing any records and creating some new milestones for the Kollywood box office 2025.

This is the fifth major Kollywood release this year after Vanangaan, Madha Gaja Raja, Kadhalikka Neramillai, Kudumbasthan, and Vidaamuyarchi. While Vishal’s Madha Gaja Raja was a super hit, Kudumbasthan turned a box office.

Dragon Box Office Opening

Dragon, with its 6 crore opening, has surpassed many milestones at the Kollywood box office. Helmed by Ashwath Marimuthu, the comedy-drama is rated 8.4 on IMDb and the official synopsis says, “After a devastating breakup, troubled student Ragavan abandons his studies and enters the dangerous world of financial fraud, pursuing wealth and power while becoming entangled in escalating deception.”

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Rajinikanth & Vetrimaaran Meeting | Possible Film Collaboration | Superstar’s Next Project ( Photo Credit – Twitter )

Rajinikanth’s fans are eagerly awaiting the release of his upcoming film Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. While excitement for the movie is already high, a new piece of news has further fueled their enthusiasm.

According to a report by 123Telugu, the legendary superstar recently had a meeting with renowned filmmaker Vetrimaaran to discuss the possibility of collaborating on a new project. The report suggests that Rajinikanth was impressed with the story idea presented to him. However, as of now, there is no official confirmation regarding the project, and these discussions remain speculative. Fans will have to wait for an official announcement to see if this exciting collaboration becomes a reality.

Vetrimaaran is renowned for crafting films that revolve around pressing social issues, as seen in the Viduthalai franchise and Asuran. If this collaboration materializes, there is...

Dominic And The Ladies’ Purse Worldwide Box Office (Closing Collection) ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Dominic And The Ladies’ Purse, starring Mammootty in the lead role, has failed to live up to expectations. It was a non-performer right from the opening day, and things didn’t change at all after a slow start. As a result, the film has emerged as a huge disaster for the Mollywood legend. For him, it’s his second consecutive failure at the worldwide box office after Turbo’s underwhelming run. Keep reading for a detailed closing collection report!

Reception of the film

The Malayalam mystery comedy thriller was theatrically released on January 23. It opened to mixed reviews from critics. While its surprise elements and performances were praised, Gautham Vasudev Menon’s direction was criticized. Among the ticket-buying audience, too, it fared with mixed word-of-mouth, which restricted its growth at ticket windows.

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Vijay Sethupathi Opens Up About Missing a Big Film With A Big Star (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Vijay Sethupathi began his career in Kollywood with a small-budget film and quickly rose to prominence delivering a series of successful movies. Beyond his lead roles, he has earned recognition for his portrayals of negative and supporting characters impressing audiences in all aspects.

He has faced top stars like Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan and Vijay in negative roles but has never shared screen space with Ajith.

When asked about working with Ajith, Sethupathi shared, “Things have not gone as planned.” He added that he would gladly act alongside Ajith if the right opportunity arises. In the past, there were discussions for a project featuring both stars but it never came to fruition. Vijay Sethupathi expressed his hope, “I hope to work with Ajith soon.”

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Bazooka Movie Release Postponed ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

So far, 2025 hasn’t been the best year for Mammootty. His much-hyped mystery-comedy thriller Dominic and the Ladies’ Purse, directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon, failed to make a mark at the box office. Despite the strong performances by the cast and the grand ambitions of creating a franchise, the movie turned out to be a disappointment.

Adding to the string of setbacks for Mammootty fans, his next big project, the action thriller Bazooka, has hit a roadblock. The film was written and directed by Deeno Dennis and has generated massive buzz since its announcement. It also stars Gautham Vasudev Menon, the director of Dominic and the Ladies’ Purse, alongside Mammootty. The movie was previously scheduled to release on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 2025, even though it isn’t a romantic film.

A new report from sources close to the project has confirmed that the...

Dominic And The Ladies’ Purse Worldwide Box Office (9 Days) ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Dominic And The Ladies’ Purse, starring Mammootty in the lead role, has turned out to be a failure in its theatrical run. Made at a controlled cost, the film was expected to make healthy returns through its run on the big screen, but unfortunately, it ended up being a major disappointment. So far, it has completed 9 days in theatres but the collection is yet to hit the 20 crore mark at the worldwide box office. Keep reading for a detailed report!

Directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon, the Malayalam mystery comedy thriller was released theatrically on January 23. It opened to mixed reviews from critics. Since the buzz was low in the pre-release phase, the film needed strong word-of-mouth to fetch good numbers. Unfortunately, the audience feedback was also mixed, resulting in a low total on the board.

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Did Mammootty Help Vineeth Bag A Role In Dominic And The Ladies’ Purse? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

We recently saw actor-dancer Vineeth in Dominic and the Ladies’ Purse, directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon, with Mammootty in the lead. During a recent interview with Onmanorama, Vineeth revealed how he landed the role with the help of megastar Mammootty. The actor shared, “It was Mammookka who recommended me to Gautham Vasudev Menon.” He also expressed his long-standing desire to act in a Gautham Vasudev Menon film.

Vineeth also explained that he is usually very particular about reading the entire script before committing to any project. However, he made an exception for Dominic and the Ladies’ Purse, where his decision to join was immediate. This project was vital for Vineeth as it marked his first collaboration with the prestigious Mammootty Kampany.

Vineeth shared that he has no issues playing a villain as long as...

A Look At The Top Tamil Films Releasing On February 2025 (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Tamil cinema has had a great start this year with successful releases like Madha Gaja Raja and Kadhalikka Neramillai. February 2025 is all set with an exciting lineup of films. Here are five highly-anticipated Tamil films releasing next month.

1. Vidaamuyarchi

Vidaamuyarchi, directed by Magizh Thirumeni, is an action thriller starring Ajith Kumar, Trisha Krishnan, Arjun Sarja, Regina Cassandra, Arav, and Ramya Subramanian. The film will be released on February 6, 2025. The story follows a married couple. The wife gets kidnapped, and the husband must fight to rescue her. Anirudh Ravichander composed the music. This marks his reunion with Ajith after the 2017 film Vivegam.

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2. Kaadhal Enbadhu Podhu Udamai

This romantic drama,...

Thalapathy Vijay’s Jana Nayagan Bags A Record-Breaking Deal In Overseas Rights!(Photo Credit – YouTube)

After The Greatest Of All Time, Thalpathy Vijay is now putting his heart and soul into Thalapathy 69, titled Jana Nayagan. The Tamil political action thriller marks his last outing in the acting world before he dives into his political career. Way before the big release, it broke a massive record with its overseas distribution rights. Scroll below for all the details!

Overseas Pre-Release Business

As per multiple online reports, the overseas rights of Jana Nayagan has been sold for a whopping 75 crores. It is to be noted that the deal has been signed on a refundable advance basis. Thalapathy Vijay starrer has created history as this is the highest-ever international theatrical rights sold by a Tamil film.

Surpasses Thug Life

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Dominic And The Ladies’ Purse Worldwide Box Office (5 Days) (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Mammootty’s latest theatrical release, Dominic And The Ladies’ Purse has failed to make an impact at the worldwide box office. After a low start, the film didn’t pick up momentum over the opening weekend, and on the first weekday, it witnessed a huge crash. Overseas, it has performed well so far but in India, the numbers are disappointing. Keep reading for a detailed collection report of 5 days!

Directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon, the Malayalam mystery comedy thriller was released on January 23. It had the benefit of the 4-day extended opening weekend, but the film failed to capitalize on it. It opened to mixed reviews from critics, and even among the ticket-buying audience, it is faring with mixed word-of-mouth. Such a mixed reception killed the potential to score big, resulting in a low score.

Dominic And The...

Sherlock Holmes-inspired detective films have been plentiful, with different interpretations of Holmes and Watson. In “Dominic and the Ladies’ Purse,” Gautham Vasudev Menon takes on the classic Sherlock Holmes detective saga and spins a story around the duo in his style that sometimes lands and sometimes doesn’t. But for the times it does, Mammootty deserves major credit for making it feel alive and kicking.

It is a detective drama where a voluntarily retired cop who runs a detective agency to solve immaterial and silly cases to meet his daily needs meets a filthy rich (in Dominic’s own words) young man, Vikky who wishes to assist him. If what drives Vikky is his interest in true crime, detective movies, and noir thrillers, not having to pay him aplenty is why Dominic hires him. Initially, wide-eyed Vikky gets to know Dominic through his own words where he boasts about his high-profile investigation victories.

Prithviraj and Rajinikanth Talk ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

We were first introduced to the talented Prithviraj Sukumaran as an actor. After showcasing his acting skills for over a decade, he decided to step behind the camera and direct a film. This led to the release of Lucifer in 2019, starring Mohanlal, which became a massive success. During the teaser launch event for his upcoming directorial, the sequel to Lucifer titled L2: Empuraan, Prithviraj revealed that one of the two production houses backing L2: Empuraan, Lyca Productions, had previously approached him with the idea of making a movie starring Tamil superstar Rajinikanth.

Ultimately, Prithviraj had to turn down the project. Why, you may ask? Simply put, he didn’t have the time. Subaskaran of Lyca Productions initially approached Prithviraj with the idea of directing a film starring Rajinikanth. While Prithviraj recognized it as a fantastic opportunity for a budding director, he found...

Dominic And The Ladies’ Purse Worldwide Box Office Collection Day 4 ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

The Mammootty starrer mystery comedy Malayalam film Dominic And The Ladies’ Purse was released at the box office on January 23, 2025 with a lot of expectations. Despite opening to fairly positive reviews from the critics and masses alike, the film is struggling at the box office. Let us look at the box office performance of the film on its 4th day.

Dominic And The Ladies’ Purse Worldwide Box Office Collection Day 4

On its 4th day, the Mammootty starrer earned 1.85 crores. The film saw a growth of almost 12% as it had amassed 1.65 crore on its previous day. The total India net collection of the film now comes to 6.45 crores.

Including the taxes, the gross collection of the Mammootty starrer stands at 7.61 crores. The movie earned a mere 5 crores when it comes to the overseas collection. The worldwide collection of...

Kalki 2898 Ad Part 2 Update! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Prabhas and Deepika Padukone starrer Kalki 2898 Ad knocked it out of the park at the box office. After achieving massive milestones worldwide, a sequel is now in the works. Nag Ashwin has now shared new details about the much-anticipated film, including Deepika Padukone’s involvement. Scroll below for the latest update!

Shoot to kickstart sooner than we thought?

In an uncredited interview, director Nag Ashwin confirmed that the Kalki 2898 Ad Part 2 script has been completed. The makers are now reportedly waiting for the bulk dates of the cast members – Prabhas, Kamal Haasan, and Amitabh Bachchan to begin shooting for the epic sci-fi action drama.

Prabhas is currently busy on his upcoming collaboration with Hanu Raghavapudi, Fauji. He is also working on The Raja Saab. He also has Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit and Salaar 2 in the pipeline.

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If you missed watching the movie “Identity” in theatres due to some unpredictable reasons and commitments, then no need to regret this. But why? It is because Identity is going to get streamed on the Ott platform ZEE5 from this 31st January 2025 only. So, isn’t it great to have an opportunity for you? Let’s dig a hole into the movie to have a glimpse of what the movie holds for its viewers.

Quick Rundown of Identity

Identity is a South Indian film that made its debut on the big screen on January 2, 2025. The movie is directed by Akhil Paul and Anas Khan, who have perfectly carved out the suspense and thriller in this Malayalam action-packed movie. The presence of talented Tovino Thomas and Trisha Krishnan added more hot off to the press, making it a catalyzing conversation that counted among the cinephiles.

The movie has already committed its...

Here’s All We Know About Dhanush & Suriya’s Next Movie With Venky Alturi ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Dhanush and Venky Atluri previously collaborated on their blockbuster film Vaathi, also titled Sir in Telugu. It was released in 2023 and gained a lot of popularity for both Dhanush and Venky Atluri. Naga Vamsi and Sai Soujanya co-produced it. According to The Times of India, a multi-starrer movie featuring two superstars, Suriya and Dhanush, directed by Venky Alturi, is in the making.

The film is tentatively titled Honest Raj. Dhanush is playing the lead role in the movie while Suriya is essaying an important character. It is not known whether the latter’s role will be one of the main leads or an extended cameo. Venky Atluri gained massive popularity after Vaathi, starring Dhanush, and Lucky Baskhar, starring Dulquer Salmaan; both films were commercial and critical hits.

Venky is well known for his unique storytelling and screenplay.

Fahadh Faasil, Gautham Menon, Tamil Actors, Risky Roles (Photo Credit – Instagram/Facebook)

Actor-director Gautham Vasudev Menon, predominantly known for his work in Tamil cinema, has also ventured into other languages. However, most of his highly successful films have been in Tamil. He recently directed a Malayalam movie, Dominic and the Ladies’ Purse, with Mammootty in the lead role. Having worked in the Malayalam and Tamil film industries, Gautham has gained valuable insights into their inner workings.

In a recent interview with the YouTube channel Cue Studio, he shared his observations, highlighting the differences in how Tamil and Malayalam actors approach their roles and select stories. As an example, he referenced Fahadh Faasil’s character in Kumbalangi Nights. Gautham noted that if Tamil actors were offered a role like that, it is doubtful they would accept it.

Kumbalangi Nights is a highly acclaimed film from the Malayalam film industry that addresses various social issues,...