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Prime Video Gears Up For Prime Day 2025 With Big Indian Hits(Photo Credit –YouTube)

In the lead-up to Prime Day 2025, scheduled for July 12th to 14th, Prime Video has announced a robust slate of 17 highly anticipated Indian and international titles across multiple languages. These include Hindi, Telugu, English, and Korean originals, along with globally loved franchises, all set to drop in the coming weeks.

The celebrations began early with the premiere of The Traitors, a Hindi adaptation of the globally successful reality show format, hosted by Karan Johar. New episodes release every Thursday at 8 Pm. On June 24th, fans were treated to Season 4 of the much-loved series Panchayat, which returns with Abhishek, Pradhan Ji, and the familiar faces of Phulera navigating new hurdles in their signature quirky style.

Regional Gems and Global Blockbusters Lead the Line-Up

The platform also brings fresh regional content to the table. On July 4th, the...

Ground Zero Digital Release Update (Photo Credit – Instagram)

After a theatrical release in 2025, Emraan Hashmi’s action thriller Ground Zero is now being prepared for release on the Ott platform. Released on 25 April 2025, the film is based on some real-life events and tries to render an intense story from India’s war on terror. It tries to impress the viewer with soft moments as well as gripping drama.

The film of extreme gritty realism was directed by Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar and produced by Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar. It shows Emraan Hashmi as a timeless performer, blending strength with vulnerability. Initially, it gained mixed critical-theatre responses, especially on performances, story, and intense realization.

A Story of Duty, Courage & Redemption

Ground Zero follows the journey of Bsf officer Narendra Nath Dhar Dubey, played by Hashmi, who is on a high-stakes mission to capture a dangerous terrorist, Ghazi Baba. The plot...

Ata Thambaycha Naay Box Office Collection Day 45 (Photo Credit –YouTube)

Ata Thambaycha Naay, starring Bharat Jadhav, Siddharth Jadhav, Om Bhutkar, and others, has entered its final stage of theatrical run and won’t be able to push its tally much ahead. Released amid decent expectations, the film performed well by maintaining a steady pace despite competition from Gulkand and emerged as a box office success story for the Marathi film industry in 2025. Keep reading for a detailed collection report of 45 days!

Performs well despite a clash

Directed by Shivraj Waichal, the Marathi drama was theatrically released on May 1, 2025. It opened to decent reviews from critics and enjoyed favorable word-of-mouth among the ticket-buying audience. This positivity helped the film maintain its ground despite facing competition from Sai Tamhankar and Sameer Choughule’s Gulkand.

How much did Ata Thambaycha Naay earn at the Indian box office in 45 days?

Ata Thambaycha Naay started...

Gulkand Box Office Collection Day 44 ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Gulkand, starring Sai Tamhankar, Samir Choughule, Prasad Oak, and Esha Dey in key roles, has performed well at the Indian box office. Released amid decent expectations, the film has emerged as a successful affair, and that too, despite a clash with a big Marathi film. After staying in theatres for over six weeks, the film is just a few lakh away from the hit verdict. Keep reading for a detailed collection report of 44 days!

Reception of the film

Directed by Sachin Goswami, the Marathi family entertainer was theatrically released on May 1, 2025. It opened to mostly decent reviews from critics. Even among the ticket-buying audience, it enjoyed favorable word-of-mouth. This positivity helped it to face a competition like Bharat Jadhav’s Ata Thambaycha Naay, and make good earnings.

How much did Gulkand earn at the Indian box office in 44 days?

Gulkand recently completed six weeks in theatres,...

“Ground Zero” is a 2025 movie directed by Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar that features an ensemble cast led by Emraan Hashmi, Sai Tamhankar, Rockey Raina, Rockey Raina, Hanun Bawra, and more. The film tells the story of Bsf Officer Narendra Nath Dhar Dubey, who devotes years to nabbing Ghazi Baba, of the infamous Jaish-e-Mohammed.

Ground Zero (2025) Plot Summary & Movie Synopsis: What is Pistol Gang & Who is Called to Stop Them?

The film opens with a man coercing a group of young boys into crowded areas and shooting army personnel. In return, he promises them paradise and ₹5,000 to help their struggling families. Though hesitant and fearful of getting caught, the boys eventually agree to become part of what becomes known as the “Pistol Gang.” Dozens of others are similarly radicalized by Jaish-e-Mohammed, a terror group that brazenly claims responsibility for killing soldiers wherever they can. In the following weeks, 70 Bsf soldiers are slain by the Pistol Gang.

Gulkand Box Office Collection Day 39 ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

The Sai Tamhankar starrer Marathi family drama, Gulkand is witnessing a stellar run at the box office. It has emerged as one of the most successful offerings from the Marathi film industry. Here is taking a look at the box office performance of the film on its 39th day.

Gulkand Box Office Collection Day 39

On its 39th day, the Sai Tamhankar starrer earned 9 lakhs when it came to the day-wise collection. This was a slight growth of 28% since the movie amassed 7 lakhs on its previous day. The total India net collection of the film now stands at 7.07 crore.

Including the taxes, the gross collection of the movie comes to 8.34 crores. Gulkand is now inching towards 10 crores. However, it is most likely to end its theatrical run before achieving the same.

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Ata Thambaycha Naay Box Office Collection Day 31 ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Ata Thambaycha Naay, starring Bharat Jadhav, Siddharth Jadhav, and an ensemble, recently completed a month in theatres. After staying in theatres for so long, the film has lost its steam and is in the final stage of its theatrical run. The good thing is that the film has managed to emerge as a successful affair at the Indian box office and secure a plus verdict. Keep reading for a detailed collection report of day 31!

Reception of the film

The Marathi drama film was theatrically released on May 1, 2025, in a big clash with Sai Tamhankar and Sameer Choughule’s Gulkand. Upon its release, it opened to mostly positive reviews from critics. Even among the ticket-buying audience, it enjoyed favorable word-of-mouth. This positivity helped the film in achieving the success by maintaining a steady pace.

How much did Ata Thambaycha Naay earn at the Indian box office?...

Gulkand Box Office Collection Day 24: Might Miss The Hit Verdict ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Sai Tamhankar and Sameer Choughule’s Gulkand is currently running in its fourth week and yet again, it is displaying an upward trend during the weekend. The film is already a clean success at the Indian box office and is expected to stay in theatres for some more days. Amid this, it needs less than 3 crores to be the first Marathi hit of 2025. Will it be able to achieve this feat? Let’s discuss it below!

Directed by Sachin Goswami, the Marathi comedy drama was released on May 1, 2025. Upon its release, the film received mostly favorable reviews from critics. Even among the ticket-buying audience, it has been enjoying positive word-of-mouth. This resulted it to become the first successful film for the Marathi film industry in 2025.

How much did Gulkand earn at the Indian box office?

Gulkand...

Gulkand Box Office Day 22 (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The biggest problem for the Marathi film industry has been the inconsistent performance at the Indian box office. 2025 was expected to bring relief, but many big films like Sangeet Manapmaan and Zapuk Zupuk failed to earn the desired number. Finally, after a wait of five months, the industry witnessed two successes, and interestingly, they had clashed with each other. Here, we’re talking about Ata Thambaycha Naay and Gulkand. Both these films turned out to be successful affairs, with the latter taking a slight edge in the collection. Keep reading for a detailed report of day 22!

Opened to positive reviews and word-of-mouth

Directed by renowned director Sachin Goswami, the Marathi family entertainer was released on May 1. Upon its release, the film opened to mostly favorable reviews from critics. It was praised for its engaging screenplay and humor. Along with positive reviews, the film...

Gulkand Box Office Collection Day 16 (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The Marathi film industry has struggled to deliver clean successes in 2025. It took almost five months to witness the first much-needed success, and none other than the celebrated team of Maharashtrachi Hasyajatra delivered it. Yes, Gulkand has emerged as a clean success at the Indian box office. Made on a controlled budget, it has comfortably recovered the cost and made some returns. Keep reading for a detailed collection report of day 16!

Directed by renowned Marathi director, Sachin Goswami, the Marathi family entertainer features Sai Tamhankar, Prasad Oak, Sameer Choughule, Esha Dey, Vanita Kharat and others. Most of the actors have been closely associated since Maharashtrachi Hasyajatra show, so there was an awareness among the Marathi moviegoers.

Enjoys positive reception from critics and audiences

Upon its theatrical release on May 1, Gulkand opened to mostly decent reviews from critics. Even among the ticket-buying audience,...

Ground Zero Box Office (Closing Collection) Update! ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Emraan Hashmi served decent content with his latest action thriller, Ground Zero. Unfortunately, the audience rejected it within a first few days of theatrical release. The box office run has concluded in less than a month with another flop added to his kitty. Scroll below for the closing collections!

How much did Ground Zero earn at the box office?

Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar’s directorial witnessed one of the lowest openings for a Bollywood film in 2025. With only 1.20 crores on day 1, Emraan Hashmi stayed way behind his peers Akshay Kumar, John Abraham, Himesh Reshammiya and even Arjun Kapoor.

There were no new releases in Bollywood this Friday. However, it looks like the audience lost interest in Emraan Hashmi’s film within days of its release. Ground Zero has concluded its box office run at 7.77 crore net, which is around 9.16 crore in gross total.

Director Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar, talks with Subhash K Jha about the making of his new films, Ground Zero starring Emraan Hashmi and his Marathi drama Devmanus, both which released on Friday, April 25th.

What attracted you to the story of Bsf officer Narendra Nath Dhar Dubey in Ground Zero?

What I found interesting in the story was actually the relevance of that story because there are so many stories of soldiers attempting an operation and fulfilling it, successfully completing it. But with this particular story, what I really liked about is that the impact after the operation was done, after Ghazi Baba was killed, the impact on the entire society was so huge.

You mean in terms of his heinous ambitions?

The person who he was, was such a dreaded criminal he was, so that once he was eliminated, a lot of people might have felt that, yes, actually,...

Ground Zero Box Office Collection Day 3(Photo Credit –Facebook)

The Emraan Hashmi starrer Ground Zero is struggling with its pace at the box office. Even though it has received fairly positive reviews from the masses and the critics alike, it has still not established itself as a good crowd-puller for the audience. Let us take a look at the box office performance of the film on its 4th day.

Ground Zero Box Office Collection Day 4

On its 4th day, the Emraan Hashmi starrer earned 63 lakhs when it came to its day-wise collection. This was a drop of around 70% since the film amassed 2.10 crores on its previous day. The total India net collection of the film now comes to 5.83 crores.

The movie is now inching towards 6 crores but is overall showcasing a dismal pace. Ground Zero now depends on a positive word of mouth from the audience to see a major boost in the collections.

Ground Zero Box Office Collection Day 3 Update!(Photo Credit –Facebook)

Bollywood action thriller Ground Zero has been declared a “must-watch” by viewers. But Emraan Hashmi starrer has not yet been able to pull the audience to the ticket windows. It has clocked a slight improvement in box office collections on day 3. Check out the opening weekend total!

Only 10% growth on Sunday

All the odds are in favor as far as the individual run is concerned. It is a blessing in disguise that Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar’s directorial was released days after the Pahalgam attack. The limited audience that has watched the film is raving about it all over. But Kesari Chapter 2 is visibly stealing its thunder.

On day 3, Ground Zero earned 2.10 crore net. The action thriller saw only 10% growth despite the Sunday boost, which is ideally the biggest day at the box office for a new release. The opening...

Ground Zero Box Office Collection Day 3 Early Estimates! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Emraan Hashmi, Sai Tamhankar, and Zoya Hussain led Ground Zero has passed the audience test, as it opened to positive reviews. But it is yet to emerge victorious in the bigger battle at the box office. The action thriller has showcased another good jump on Sunday. Check out day 3 early trends!

Upward graph continues!

Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar’s directorial has more odds than favorable factors. There’s a constant fear of getting sandwiched amongst Jaat, Kesari Chapter 2, and Andaz Apna Apna re-release. If that’s not enough, The Bhootnii and Raid 2 are joining the box office battle starting May 1, 2025. But so far, Emraan Hashmi’s film has been able to surpass the challenges.

On day 3, Ground Zero added 2-2.50 crores to the kitty. It has shown an improvement of around 5-31% in the last 24 hours. The first...

Ground Zero Box Office Collection Day 2 Early Estimates! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Emraan Hashmi, Sai Tamhankar, and Zoya Hussain led Ground Zero has still not picked up the required pace at the box office. It isn’t the case of a solo run as Sunny Deol’s Jaat and Akshay Kumar’s Kesari Chapter 2 are constantly impacting the footfalls. The action thriller has witnessed minimal growth on day 2. Scroll below for the early trends.

Day 2 Early Estimates!

The word-of-mouth has been highly positive. It is a blessing in disguise that Emraan Hashmi’s film based on terrorism released amid the Pahalgam attack. The footfalls are yet not at peak. On day 2, Ground Zero made earnings in the range of 1.75-2.25 crores. It witnessed a 46-87% growth compared to 1.20 crores earned on the opening day.

The two-day total now concludes around 2.95-3.45 crore net. There’s one more day left in the opening weekend.

Ground Zero Box Office Collection Day 1 ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Ground Zero opened to positive reviews at the box office. Cine-goers who have watched Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar’s directorial are calling it a “must-watch.” But the problem is that the footfalls are limited. It has recorded a lower opening than Emraan Hashmi’s last solo release, Why Cheat India. Scroll below for day 1 collections!

Clocks 2nd lowest opening of 2025

Emraan Hashmi’s film has recorded the third-lowest opening of 2025. It managed to leave behind Superboys Of Malegaon (50 lakhs) and Loveyapa (1.10 crore) but remained much lower than Deva, The Diplomat, and others. On day 1, Ground Zero minted only 1.20 crore.

Check out the 5 lowest openings in Bollywood in 2025: Superboys Of Malegaon: 50 lakhs Crazxy: 1.10 crore Ground Zero: 1.20 crore Loveyapa: 1.25 crore Azaad: 1.50 crore 2nd lowest day 1 collection for Emraan Hashmi in post-Covid era

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Ground Zero Box Office Collection Day 1 Early Estimates!(Photo Credit –Facebook)

Emraan Hashmi, Sai Tamhankar, and Zoya Hussain starrer Ground Zero has opened to positive reviews from critics and audiences. The action thriller arrived days after the Pahalgam attack, a blessing in disguise. Unfortunately, it was a slow start at the box office. Check out day 1 early trends.

Ground Zero Day 1 Early Estimates

Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar’s directorial opened on the expected lines. It was majorly dependent on word-of-mouth. The reviews were positive, but the on-ground buzz was low. It will take some time to develop the much-needed hype and drive the audience to the theatres.

As per early trends, Ground Zero earned 1-1.50 crores at the Indian box office on day 1. It surpassed the opening day collections of Superboys Of Malegaon (50 lakhs) and will likely leave behind Crazxy (1.10 crore). However, the action thriller recorded one of the lowest openings in Bollywood so far.

Ground Zero Box Office Day 1 Update! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Emraan Hashmi led action thriller Ground Zero has arrived in theatres today. It will take some time for the pace to pick up as the film had negligible pre-release buzz. But where will it possibly stand among the top 10 Bollywood openers of 2025? Scroll below for a detailed box office analysis.

Ground Zero Day 1 Prediction

Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar’s directorial is a word-of-mouth dependent affair. The early reviews were highly favorable, which could boost the footfall during the evening and night shows. As Koimoi predicted earlier, Ground Zero could open in the range of 1-2 crore.

Ground Zero vs top 10 opening days in Bollywood

Emraan Hashmi’s film needs a minimum of 3.11 crores to beat Kangana Ranaut’s Emergency and enter the top 10 Bollywood openers of 2025. That may have been possible amid the positive reviews had there been no competition. But...

Ground Zero Review On X (Formerly Twitter)(Photo Credit –Facebook)

Emraan Hashmi has arrived with his action thriller, Ground Zero. Co-starring Sai Tamhankar and Zoya Hussain, it is a blessing in disguise that the film arrived days after the Pahalgam terrorist attack. The on-ground buzz is low, but word-of-mouth is expected to boost after the fantastic early reviews. Scroll below to know what the netizens are saying!

Ground Zero is based on the story of Bsf officer Narendra Nath Dhar Dubey, who led an operation to kill the top-ranking commander of Jaish-e-Mohammed, Ghazi Baba, aka Rana Tahir Nadeem. It was shot dominantly in Jammu & Kashmir. The makers also held a historic premiere for Bsf Jawans in Srinagar.

The occupancy isn’t upto the mark for Emraan Hashmi starrer. However, the limited audience that watched the film earlier today gave it a huge thumbs up.

A user tweeted, “Ground Zero feels different,...

Ground Zero Movie Review Rating:

Star Cast: Emraan Hashmi, Sai Tamhankar, Zoya Hussain, Mukesh Tiwari, Rockey Raina, Rahul Vohra

Director: Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar

Ground Zero Movie Review(Photo Credit –Facebook)

What’s Good: Straight rendition of the real core story, with minimum dramatizations or masala.

What’s Bad: Zero score of negatives for Ground Zero!

Loo Break: Not at all, as it is crisp, and every scene is important.

Watch or Not?: Yes, one more welcome patriotic drama. In light of the latest Pahalgam tragedy, this assumes greater relevance.

Language: Hindi

Available On: Theatrical release

Runtime: 134 Minutes

User Rating:

Narendra Dube (Emraan Hashmi) is another unsung hero in our patriotic archives. Mercifully still alive (though with a bullet lodged in his spine!), he was the main man who succeeded in eliminating the Jaish-e-Mohammad commander, Ghazi Baba (Rockey Raina), who is said to have masterminded the 2001 Parliament Attack and...

The countdown is on. Ground Zero, starring Emraan Hashmi, premieres in cinemas on 25th April 2025 is an unflinching exploration of survival, power, and the human spirit in times of crisis.

Directed by Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar, the film, a high-intensity action drama, paints a portrait of the men and women who risk everything for the country. A story of intelligence, bravery, and sacrifice, Ground Zero uncovers the covert world of counterterrorism and the high-stakes missions that operate in the shadows, often unknown to the public, yet vital to national security.

Leading the cast is Emraan Hashmi, as Officer Dubey — a man torn between duty and personal cost. Alongside him, acclaimed actress Sai Tamhankar, portraying a character who stands as both an emotional anchor and a reflection of the human side of those in uniform.

Ground Zero explores the limits of courage and survival in a high-stakes conflict zone. The film...

Emraan Hashmi is taking on a very intense character in the gritty drama Ground Zero and we have the trailer! Directed by Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar, the film also features Sai Tamhankar, Zoya Hussain, Mukesh Tiwari, Deepak Parmesh, Lalit Prabhakar, Rockey Raina, and Rahul Vohra.

Based on a true story Ground Zero is an untold story of courage and sacrifice set against the backdrop of war. The film is a gritty story inspired by a mission by the Border Security Force that took place in 2001.

Talking about the film, Emrasn said at the launch, “Truth is stranger than fiction. This phrase is so appropriate for this. The way all these officers planned this operation and executed the final encounter in 2003, it’s extraordinary and unbelievable.”

Narendra Nath Dhar Dubey, the Bsf officer who led the operation, who Emraan plays in the film, said. “This creation will bring out in the...

The anticipation has come to an end with the release of the trailer for Ground Zero. Excel Entertainment’s newest project is set to deliver a powerful and compelling story of valor and sacrifice, framed within a wartime context. Emraan Hashmi stars in a groundbreaking role as the real-life Bsf Commandant Narendra Nath Dhar Dubey.

The trailer effectively establishes the atmosphere for the unfolding drama—a soldier driven to his limits, poised to retaliate. The dynamic visuals are rich with action and emotion, illuminating the intricate circumstances in Kashmir. Accompanied by a haunting musical score, the mission’s intensity is revealed without divulging excessive details.

Emraan Hashmi’s transformation is remarkable—raw, composed, and authoritative. His memorable line from the trailer, “Ab Prahaar Hoga,” evokes a sense of urgency. The actor convincingly embodies the role of a courageous soldier, and his chemistry with co-star Sai Tamhankar is palpable.

The casting appears authentic,...

Ground Zero Trailer Review: Emraan Hashmi Is Winning This Fight! (Photo Credit – YouTube)

A few days ago, Emraan Hashmi surprised us with a totally new avatar in the teaser of Ground Zero, and now he is promising to deliver a hard-hitting film on Kashmir and its issues with the film trailer! Directed by Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar, the film deals with the never-ending problem of terrorism in Kashmir and India’s struggle to deal with the same!

The premise of the film is clear: 70 soldiers lost their lives in yet another terrorist attack in Kashmir, and the officials decided to bring their best man to the mission – Bsf Officer Dubey, played by Emraan Hashmi.

The 2-minute 42-second trailer does not have anything new – it is the regular bomb shots, regular meat chunks scattered on an eerie road in Kashmir after the blast, and an officer getting nightmares as the first-hand witness of the bombing.

Hunterrr Re-Release Might Change The Box Office History Of 2015! ( Photo Credit – Prime Video )

In the era of re-releases, April is gearing up for Hunterrr re-release. The adult comedy starring Gulshan Devaiah, Sai Tamhankar, Radhika Apte and others is all set for re-arrival in the theaters on April 4. Interestingly, the film, that was initially released in 2015 might change the box office history with its release!

Box Office 2015 For Hindi Films!

The year 2015, was the year of comedies! The year’s most profitable film was Tanu Weds Manu Returns, which churned out more profit than Bajrangi Bhaijaan. Kangana Ranaut’s film registered a profit of 390%, while Salman Khan’s film delivered a profit of 256%.

Hunterrr Box Office Collection & Profit!

Hunterrr was mounted on a budget of 6 crore and earned 13.50 crore in its lifetime! The adult comedy churned out a profit of 125% at the box office and was the seventh most profitable film...

Dabba Cartel Ott Verdict (Week 3): Shabana Azmi & Her Gang Of Girls Achieve A Rare Feat.(Photo Credit –Netflix)

Shabana Azmi, Jyotika, Anjali Anand, Shalini Pandey, Nimisha Sajayan, Sai Tamhankar, and Gajraj Rao’s much-loved web series, Dabba Cartel is garnering good numbers on Netflix. The web series arrived on the platform on February 28 and has been trending on Netflix globally and in India!

In three weeks, the web series has garnered 5.9 million views on Netflix in three weeks and if the web series stays for another week it might break Heeramandi’s rare achievement on the Ott platform!

In 2024 – 25, Sanjay Leela Bhansali‘s Heeramandi is the only Indian web series to claim a spot in the global top 10 non-English shows for 4 continuous weeks. Following Heeramandi was only Ic 814: The Kandahar Hijack, taking a spot for three weeks.

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Dabba Cartel on Netflix, comes to us with no dearth of expectations. It is firstly produced by Excel Entertainment who once were kings of content and have lately been a little under the weather as far as quality is concerned.

But I thought the formidable and vast cast would inspire this series to the end.

Well, it does, and it doesn’t touch the victory spot. Much as I appreciated the saga of sinister sisterhood and the gallery of feminine talent, the writing (by Vishnu Menon and Bhavna Kher), though clustered with intrigue, suffers from a seriously blotched third act.

Be warned, the series suffers a credibility deficiency from the start. To believe that a bunch of housewives could actually pull off a dabba scam selling drugs in the guise of matar-paneer (so to speak) is stretching it a bit too far. But then you have all these super-talented ladies...

Dabba Cartel Ott Verdict: Shabana Azmi & Team Witness Huge Jump! ( Photo Credit – Netflix )

Farhan Akhtar & Ritesh Sidhwani’s Excel Entertainment has been delivering gold when it comes to Ott. The production house has delivered one of the biggest web shows on Prime Video – Mirzapur and now, its Netflix drama Dabba Cartel is gaining recognition and growing.

The web series, after garnering a decent viewership in week 1, has witnessed a jump of 55% in its viewership in week 2 after solid reviews. Starring Shabana Azmi, Jyotika, Anjali Anand, Shalini Pandey, Nimisha Sajayan, Gajraj Rao & Sai Tamhankar, the web series is climbing up the viewership charts on Netflix.

Dabba Cartel Ott Verdict Week 2

As per the data by Netflix from March 3 to March 9, Dabba Cartel in its second week, garnered a viewership of 2.8 million on Netflix against 15.6 million viewing hours and secured 6th spot in the globally trending list of top 10 non-English shows on Netflix.

Dabba Cartel Web Series Review: A Winning Meal! ( Photo Credit – Netflix )

Dabba Cartel Review: Star Rating:

Cast: Shabana Azmi, Gajraj Rao, Jyothika, Nimisha Sajayan, Shalini Pandey, Anjali Anand, Sai Tamhankar, Jisshu Sengupta, Lillete Dubey, Bhupendra Singh Jadawat

Creator: Shibani Akhtar, Vishnu Menon, Gaurav Kapur, Akanksha Seda

Director: Hitesh Bhatia

Streaming On: Netflix

Language: Hindi

Runtime: 7 episodes of 50 minutes each

Netflix has arrived with yet another unmissable web series after starting the year with a bang. The Ott platform started 2025 with Black Warrant, a fictional documentation of Tihar Jail and its inner life. And if you have not watched it, you should. But before that, book your weekend for Dabba Cartel, which is too good to be missed! Period! My review might end here since I do not want to spoil this brilliant binge experience but kaam hai to karna hai! So let me just prep you for a magnificent ride you are about to witness!

Picture: Netflix

When Netflix announced its creative partnership with Excel Entertainment in 2021, one of the first projects mentioned was the drama series Dabba Cartel. (A ‘dabba’ is a metal lunchbox.) Since then, Excel has delivered three Netflix Originals: the 2022 comedy series Eternally Confused and Eager for Love and the 2023 films Friday Night Plan and Kho Gaye Hum Kahan.

Work continued on Dabba Cartel, with Excel assembling a dynamite crew of women in front of and behind the camera to bring the suburban crime series to life. A first look at the new show was revealed on February 29, 2024:

The series is created by Shibani Akhtar, Gaurav Kapur, Akanksha Seda, and Vishnu Menon, who co-wrote the show with Bhavna Kher. Hitesh Bhatia (Sharmaji Namkeen) directs.

What is the plot of Dabba Cartel?

Here’s how Netflix describes the series:

“Dabba Cartel is a unique tale of a reluctant cartel: the lives...

There is such a swift and easy flow of talent in this new eight-episode series on Zee5, that it seems a pity to pick holes in Crime Beat. But holes, there are aplenty, with the journalist-hero Abhishek Sinha (played by an adequate if not quite outstanding Saqib Saalim) taking a fall each time the storytelling falters to keep up with his zeal for Page 1.

The last time we saw a crime journalist taking such insane risks for a story was in Kanu Behl’s Despatch, and we all know what happened to Manoj Bajpayee in that.

The fledgling super-snooper in Crime Beat doesn’t face the same heat as Joy Bag in Despatch, probably on account of his callowness rather than callousness. When one is as young as Abhishek Sinha, the errors of judgment are often attributed to immaturity, even though they are born out of overweening ambition.

Abhishek Sinha...

Get ready for Dabba Cartel , releasing exclusively on Netflix February 28th. The noir drama series, directed by Hitesh Bhatia, features an incredible cast of Shabana Azmi, Gajraj Rao, Jyotika, Nimisha Sajayan, Shalini Pandey, Anjali Anand, Sai Tamhankar, Jisshu Sengupta, Bhupendra Singh Jadawat, and Lillete Dubey.

What starts as a simple lunchbox service soon spirals into a perilous game of crime, deception, and survival. The trailer for Netflix’s Dabba Cartel offers a gripping look into the lives of five middle-class women whose reluctant dabba business takes an unexpected turn — thrusting them into the heart of a high-stakes drug cartel. As the plot thickens, the women and their husbands become entangled in something far more sinister — the murky world of Viva Life Pharmaceuticals. The series unfolds in the bustling suburbs of Thane, where ambition meets danger at every turn. As the double lives of the members of the Viva Life company unravel,...

The Secret of the Shiledars has to be a good attempt to put forward an Indiana Jones/Da Vinci Code-style treasure hunt drama that involves figures from Indian history. The story revolves around a young man who learns of a secret society his father was a part of. He is suddenly made a part of it and has to locate a treasure that was seemingly lost according to many historians. The show involves many people seeking to financially benefit from finding this treasure, while others only want to find it for the sake of finding it. These characters set in motion the plot of The Secret of the Shiledars.

Dr. Ravi Naik

Rajeev Khandelwal, the renowned television actor, is back in the Ott space again in The Secret of the Shiledars. He is Dr. Ravi Naik, the protagonist, who is a YouTuber and a history enthusiast. He was shocked...

Get ready for an ordinary dabba (lunchbox) to unravel a world of felonies and misdeeds, where what you see is never what you get. Dabba Cartel set in the Mumbai suburbs of Thane, is a heady concoction of thrill, drama, and a lot of suspense.

Produced by Excel Entertainment and directed by Hitesh Bhatia, Dabba Cartel is a riveting drama, set to premiere on February 28 on Netflix. Created by Shibani Akhtar, Vishnu Menon, Gaurav Kapur, and Akanksha Seda, the series features an acclaimed ensemble cast, bringing together powerhouses like Shabana Azmi, Gajraj Rao, Jyotika, Nimisha Sajayan, Shalini Pandey, Anjali Anand, Sai Tamhankar, Jisshu Sengupta, Lillete Dubey and Bhupendra Singh Jadawat.

Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar, producers of Excel Media and Entertainment Llp, share: “Dabba Cartel marks an exciting new chapter for us as we collaborate with Netflix. This series is a dramatic tale of five everyday middle-class women reluctantly starting...

In 2025, a host of talented filmmakers are leading the charge in creating compelling female-centric stories across films and series. These directors are spotlighting women’s voices and experiences in narratives that span genres like drama, action, sports, and historical biographies. Here’s a closer look:

Hitesh Bhatia – Dabba Cartel

Known for his heartwarming directorial debut Sharmaji Namkeen, Hitesh Bhatia ventures into bold, uncharted territory with Netflix’s Dabba Cartel. The series, set in Thane, Maharashtra, revolves around five women who create a thriving drug cartel. This gripping narrative, created by Shibani Dandekar and produced by Excel Entertainment, features a powerhouse cast including Shabana Azmi, Jyotika, Sai Tamhankar, and Shalini Pandey. With this project, Bhatia crafts a unique blend of empowerment, suspense, and resilience, demonstrating how women band together to defy societal norms. Amrit Raj Gupta – Daldal

Director Amrit Raj Gupta, who brought relatable family stories to life with Gullak, now...

Rahul Dholakia’s Agni bravely goes into the life of firefighters who put their lives at utmost risk and get nothing in return.

Not even a thanks, as one embittered firefighter Mahadev Nigade (Jeetendra Joshi) tells his colleague in the best take-out moment when the two share drinks, in a film that has a lot going for itself…until the climactic twist which is not just redundant and irrelevant, it also takes away from the overall impact of the gritty production, turning the lofty spirit into pulp in a gulp.

Making a film on the lives of firefighters might not be much of a compensation for the lives lived thanklessly on the edge. Rahul Dholakia enunciates the struggles of this tireless tribe of heroes without romanticizing it.

There is our hero Vitthal Rao( Pratik Gandhi, who as usual demonstrates his joyous immersion into his character) whose own young son shows...

Agni Movie Review Rating:

Star Cast: Pratik Gandhi, Sai Tamhankar, Saiyami Kher, Divyenndu, Udit Arora, Jitendra Joshi

Director: Rahul Dholakia

Agni Movie Review Out: Pratik Gandhi Is Fiery In This Rahul Dholakia Film! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

What’s Good: Fresh and hitherto unexplored terrain for Hindi cinema

What’s Bad: Nothing really!

Loo Break: Of course not!

Watch or Not?: Hot enough to watch!

Language: Hindi

Available On: Theatrical release

Runtime: 123 Minutes

User Rating:

A firefighter says that the word “Pagal” must be remembered by all. Not to describe “mad,” its literal meaning, but as “Pa for Paani, Ga for Gas, and L for Light.” These are the three-point checks everyone must do before leaving their premises so that when all three are shut, there is minimal risk of fire.

Agni (Fire) must have been a difficult film to conceive and write because, like any feature film, a story...

Prime Video, in collaboration with Excel Entertainment, today announced the global premiere date of its upcoming Hindi film, Agni. An Excel Entertainment production, the film is written and directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Rahul Dholakia and is helmed by Pratik Gandhi and Divyenndu, in addition to Saiyami Kher, Sai Tamhankar, Jitendra Joshi, Udit Arora, and Kabir Shah playing pivotal roles. The much-anticipated film is set to premiere exclusively on Prime Video in India and across more than 240 countries and territories worldwide on December 6.

Being India’s first film on firefighters, Agni is a salute to the fearless spirit, honor, and sacrifices of firefighters. In the film, a city is engulfed by a mysterious surge in fires, Vitthal [Pratik Gandhi] and his brother-in-law, Samit [Divyenndu], a hotshot policeman, begrudgingly join forces to unravel the escalating crisis. Amidst the flames, the film explores Vithal’s emotional journey in his fight for respect—from the world...

Agni, starring Pratik Gandhi and Divyenndu, premieres on Prime Video on December 6. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Produced by Excel Entertainment, the film features Pratik Gandhi and Divyenndu in the lead, with Saiyami Kher, Sai Tamhankar, Jitendra Joshi, Udit Arora, and Kabir Shah in pivotal roles.

Prime members in India and across 240 countries and territories worldwide can stream the film on Prime Video starting December 6

Prime Video, in collaboration with Excel Entertainment, today announced the global premiere date of its upcoming Hindi film, Agni. An Excel Entertainment production, the film is written and directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Rahul Dholakia. It is helmed by Pratik Gandhi and Divyenndu, Saiyami Kher, Sai Tamhankar, Jitendra Joshi, Udit Arora, and Kabir Shah, who play pivotal roles.

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Renowned filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker, makes a significant return to Marathi entertainment with his upcoming Marathi crime thriller series, “Manvat Murders”, as an actor. He was last seen in the Marathi film, “Ventilator” (2016), which was directed by the National Award winning Director, Rajesh Mapuskar and produced by Priyanka Chopra.

The trailer for “Manvat Murders” starring Ashutosh Gowariker, Makarand Anaspure, Sonali Kulkarni, and Sai Tamhankar, unveiled the chilling tale of a series of brutal murders that shook a small village in Marathwada from 1972 to 1974. Based on the autobiographical work of Cid Ramakant S. Kulkarni, “Footprints on the Sand of Crime”, the series follows the investigation led by the esteemed officer, played by Ashutosh.

Ashutosh will be seen highlighting the unwavering commitment, persistence, and expertise of Ramakant Kulkarni, needed to unravel the most complex cases and face the challenges in solving the series of mysterious murders in rural Maharashtra during the 1970s. The...

Indian-English feature film “Mysuru Premkatha” has announced Lalit Prabhakar and Sai Tamhankar as its lead stars. Written by Sachin Kundalkar and Tejas Modak, the romantic film will be directed by Kundalkar himself.

Scheduled to begin filming in January 2025, the movie will capture picturesque locations in Mysore and Coorg, promising a blend of romance and scenic beauty.

Lalit Prabhakar – Sai Tamhankar To Star In 'Mysuru Premkatha'… #LalitPrabhakar and #SaiTamhankar come on board for Indian-English feature film #MysuruPremkatha.

Written by Sachin Kundalkar and Tejas Modak, the romantic film will be directed by Sachin Kundalkar… Will be shot… pic.twitter.com/trXHeca7Mr

— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) July 5, 2024

This collaboration marks an exciting venture for both Prabhakar and Tamhankar, known for their versatile performances in Marathi cinema.

As anticipation builds around “Mysuru Premkatha,” fans eagerly await further updates on the film’s development and its unique storytelling approach under Kundalkar’s direction.

Shalin Bhanot Swarmed By Scorpions, Vijay Verma Shoots Matka King – Top Trending News ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Find out what’s buzzing today in the world of entertainment! On the film front, actor Vijay Verma began filming for the crime thriller series “Matka King,” while sci-fi epic Kalki 2898 Ad boasts a major boost with the involvement of the VFX team behind Iron Man. Reality TV took a dramatic turn as Shalin Bhanot reportedly endured a painful encounter with over 200 scorpions while filming Khatron Ke Khiladi.

Meanwhile, actors Kartik Aaryan and Sanjay Gandhi offered contrasting experiences in the industry. Aaryan opened up about his past financial struggles, while Gandhi expressed frustration about his unclear role in the Bengali serial “Jhanak.”

Scroll down to read the complete news wrap! Shalin Bhanot Swarmed by Scorpions on Khatron Ke Khiladi!

Ouch! In a shocking incident during the filming of Khatron Ke Khiladi season 14, contestant...

Second Coming

Distributor, Gkids is celebrating the 20th anniversary of the award-winning Japanese anime classic, “Ghost In The Shell 2: Innocence,” in a new 4K restoration. It will be available in theaters across North America for three nights only from June 23-26.

Directed by Oshii Mamoru, “Ghost In The Shell 2: Innocence,” is a cyberpunk crime drama based on the manga “Ghost in the Shell” created by Masamune Shirow.

Imagined as a standalone return to the world of Ghost in the Shell, the story is centered on the character Batou from the original film. Featuring visuals that demanded five years in production, “Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence” debuted in competition at the 2004 Cannes Film Festival, thus becoming the first and only anime in history to compete for the Palme d’Or.

Grand Ambitions

Media industry veteran Francis Coady is launching Grand Pacific Entertainment, a new Australia-based venture aiming to develop and fund scripted drama,...

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Amazon Prime Video recently unveiled the poster for Vijay Varma’s upcoming project, “Matka King.” The poster was shared with the caption, “ready to place our bet! #MatkaKingOnPrime soon but filming now .”

In the poster, Vijay Varma is seen wearing a white shirt with a joker frame around him, hinting at the gambling theme of the series. The makers have announced that filming is currently underway.

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“Matka King” was part of the slate of series announced earlier by Amazon Prime Video. The series follows the story of an enterprising cotton trader in Mumbai who starts a new gambling game called Matka. This game quickly takes the city by storm, democratizing a realm previously reserved for the rich and elite.

After the success of “Dahaad,” Vijay Varma will once again be seen...

Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar’s Excel Entertainment has set the stage for their next big project, “Agni,” announced on International Firefighters Day, May 4, 2024. Directed by Rahul Dholakia, this film marks their reunion after the success of “Raees.”

“Agni” promises to be a gripping narrative centered around firefighters. The ensemble cast includes notable names like Pratik Gandhi, Divyenndu, Jitendra Joshi, Sai Tamhankar, Saiyami Kher, Udit Arora, and Kabir Shah, adding depth to the story.

Ritesh Sidhwani – Farhan Akhtar – Rahul Dholakia Reunite After ‘Raees’… ‘Agni’ Announced… #RiteshSidhwani and #FarhanAkhtar’s Excel Entertainment announce their upcoming film #Agni on #InternationalFirefightersDay [4 May 2024]… Directed by #RahulDholakia.

A story of… pic.twitter.com/5M8YPFGM0W

— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) May 4, 2024

After the success of “Raees,” anticipation runs high for this collaboration between Sidhwani, Akhtar, and Dholakia. With a focus on the bravery and heroism of firefighters, “Agni” is poised to captivate audiences with its engaging storyline and talented cast.

Srinagar, April 21 (Ians) Bollywood actor Emraan Hashmi is nowadays shooting in Kashmir for his movie ‘Ground Zero’.

Emraan was thronged recently by fans in Baramulla town when they spotted the actor wearing the uniform of an army officer.

Directed by Tejas Vijay Deoskar, ‘Ground Zero’ features Emraan as an Indian army officer. The film also stars Sai Tamhankar and Mukesh Tiwari, among others.

Emraan hit news headlines during his Kashmir visit in 2022 when some reports said that he had been attacked by stone pelters in Pahalgam hill station during a film shoot.

The actor had rubbished those reports, praising the warmth and hospitality shown by the locals towards him and the film unit.

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Actress Sai Tamhankar will be seen sharing screen space with actors Emraan Hashmi and Pratik Gandhi in the upcoming films ‘Ground Zero’ and ‘Agni’ respectively. She hopes that she is opening doors for people like herself who work hard to achieve their dreams.

Expressing her excitement at joining forces once again with Excel Entertainment, Sai shares: “It’s such a fantastic feeling because Excel Entertainment is one of the leading production houses that everybody wants to be associated with and I got the opportunity to work with them thrice, including ‘Dabba Cartel’. I would say that it’s a very prominent part of my career.”

Regarding her co-stars, Sai is all praise for both Emraan Hashmi and Pratik Gandhi, acknowledging their exceptional talent. “Emraan and Pratik are phenomenal actors,” she said.

“Having had the privilege of working alongside them, I’m excited for audiences to witness the magic we’ve created together.

Bhumi Pednekar’s Bhakshak On Ott Hype Check (Result)(Photo Credit –Facebook)

A few days back, we conducted a Twitter poll for the recently released film Bhakshak. Starring Bhumi Pednekar in the lead role, the film arrived directly on the Ott platform, so we conducted a poll under our newly started property ‘Ott Hype Check.’ As the Bhumi Pednekar starrer is making noise on the streaming platform, it has expectedly grabbed a positive response in the poll. Keep reading to know more!

What is Ott Hype Check?

In Ott Hype Check, we’ll be talking about the newly released content (films and web series) on Ott platforms. We’ll discuss the basic concept of the content, its reception, and its availability.

At the end of the story, there will be a Twitter poll embedded in which you can cast a vote by choosing suitable options. The result of the same will be announced later.

Netflix India 2024 Slate: Amar Singh Chamkila & The Great Indian Kapil Show (Photo Credit – YouTube)

The highly-anticipated Netflix India 2024 Slate is now out. There is a wide variety of content to suit everyone’s taste, from controversial reality series to riveting crime thrillers to romantic dramas. The list is quite long. An exciting year of remarkable films and television series is promised by the star-studded celebs, which include Kajol, Kapil Sharma, Diljit Dosanjh, and others.

Netflix is bringing the finest of Indian movies and shows straight to your screens, so be ready to plunge into an entertainment universe like none before!

Netflix India 2024 Slate For Movies Amar Singh Chamkila

The Imtiaz Ali directorial is a musical and biographical drama based on the life of Amar Singh Chamkila and Amarjot Kaur. The film stars Diljit Dosanjh and Parineeti Chopra. Ar Rahman has worked as a music composer. The film is scheduled to...