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Mahavatar Narsimha Worldwide Box Office Day 45: Beats Akshay Kumar’s Highest-Grossing Film (Photo Credit – Instagram/Netflix)

The Indian animated juggernaut Mahavatar Narsimha is yet to give up on its glorious theatrical run. Released amid minimal expectations, the film surprised everyone with its extraordinary trending, and now, even after achieving several big milestones, it continues its record-breaking journey. In a recent development, it surpassed the lifetime collection of Akshay Kumar’s highest-grossing film at the worldwide box office. Keep reading for a detailed collection report of day 45!

Directed by Ashwin Kumar, the Indian animated epic was theatrically released on July 25. It opened to highly positive reviews from critics and enjoyed favorable word-of-mouth among the audience.

Mahavatar Narsimha Worldwide Box Office Day 38: Overtakes Akshay Kumar’s 2nd Highest-Grossing Film ( Photo Credit – Instagram; X )

Mahavatar Narsimha continues to attract footfalls, despite several other films running in theatres alongside. Recently, it completed its 5th-week run at the Indian box office. Entering the 6th week, it suffered some dent due to the release of Param Sundari, but again during the weekend, it picked up well. In the meantime, it has surpassed the lifetime collection of Akshay Kumar‘s 2nd highest-grossing film at the worldwide box office. Keep reading for a detailed report of 38 days!

Released amid minimal expectations, the Indian animated film became a juggernaut in no time.

Bollywood stars who made successful career comebacks. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Several Bollywood stars have achieved the extraordinary, making a powerful return to the silver screen and proving why audiences adored them from the start. Get your popcorn ready as we explore the stories of seven actors who pulled off unforgettable career comebacks.

1. Shah Rukh Khan: The King Rises Again

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Kicking things off is Bollywood’s undisputed King, Shah Rukh Khan. After a stretch of underwhelming releases, Srk made a sensational comeback with Pathaan in 2023. The film didn’t just dominate the box office—it also won critical acclaim.

War 2 Worldwide Box Office Day 8: 3.12 Crore Away From Next Huge Milestone!

Hrithik Roshan and Jr Ntr’s War 2 is still the lowest-grossing film of the Spy Universe at the box office despite the film entering the 300 crore club worldwide in 8 days. The film however, has entered the top 50 highest-grossing Bollywood films in history surpassing some major biggies!

Hrithik Roshan Axes Two Akshay Kumar Films!

On the 8th day, Hrithik Roshan and Jr Ntr’s action biggie managed to surpass not one but two big Akshay Kumar films! While the Spy Universe film helmed by Ayan Mukerji stands at a total gross collection of 316.88 crore at the box office,...

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Being an actor takes work, as behind all the glitter and glamour, one has to put a lot of hard work into their craft. While some film roles can get mentally exhausting, a few can also be physically challenging. There have been multiple actors who have taken on this challenge in recent years and triumphed.

From losing all their body fat to gaining some extra kilos in a matter of days, these stars have gone to extremes to suit their roles in movies. Here are nine Bollywood actors who underwent extreme body transformations for their characters.

1. Kartik Aaryan in Chandu Champion

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War 2 Box Office Day 5 (Hindi) (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Siddharth Anand passed on the legacy to Ayan Mukerji in War 2, and it may not have been the best decision. The word-of-mouth is mixed to negative, and Hrithik Roshan starrer may not even be able to match its predecessor. How much has it earned in the Hindi language so far? Scroll below for a detailed day 5 update!

War 2 Box Office Collection Day 5 (Hindi)

Due to the lukewarm response, War 2 may soon wrap up its run in the Tamil and Telugu belt. On day 5, it earned 8.50 crores in all languages. Out of this, 7.50 crores were from the Hindi language alone, which means 88% of the total earnings.

Compared to the 29 crores earned on the opening day in the Hindi belt, War 2 earned almost 4X less on day 9. It has miserably failed the Monday test, leading to a stressful scenario at the box office.

Indian production house Abundantia Entertainment is partnering with Collective Media Network’s Historyverse division to produce what they’re calling the first of its kind AI-generated, theatrically released motion picture made in India, centered on the story of Hindu god Hanuman.

Titled “Chiranjeevi Hanuman – The Eternal,” the project, set for worldwide theatrical release in 2026 on Hanuman Jayanti, a festival celebrating the birth of the deity, will draw from the sacred texts of Indian epic “Ramayana” and Puranic literature to create what producers describe as an “awe-inspiring, visual odyssey designed to be enjoyed as a shared experience in theaters.”

The production is being developed by a team of over 50 engineers from Galleri5, the tech arm of Collective Artists Network, working alongside cultural scholars and literary experts to ensure narrative authenticity. The soundtrack will be created by Trilok, billed as the world’s first AI-powered band known for blending Indian spiritual traditions with contemporary sound.

War 2 Hindi Box Office Day 4 Update! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Hrithik Roshan and Jr Ntr’s War 2 has been released in three languages— Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil. It has crossed the 175 crore mark in India overall. But how has Ayan Mukerji’s directorial performed in the home ground? Scroll below for a detailed analysis of the opening weekend at the box office.

War 2 Hindi Box Office Day 4

According to the official update, War 2 earned 28 crores on its day 4. Despite the mixed word-of-mouth, it remained stable, bringing in moolah similar to the 29 crores minted on the opening day. There’s competition from Coolie, Mahavatar Narsimha, and Saiyaara in Hindi, but Hrithik Roshan & Jr Ntr starrer is the #1 choice of the audience.

The net collection of War 2 in the Hindi belt stands at 130 crores. It enjoyed a four-day extended opening weekend, as it was released on Thursday, August 14, 2025, coinciding with the Independence Day holiday.

Speaking with Subhash K Jha Director Shree Narayan Singh reflects on the making of his socio-political film Toilet: Ek Prem Katha starring Akshay Kumar.

How do you look back on this experience?

Reflecting as a director, nine years after ‘Toilet: Ek Prem Katha’, I feel both proud and deeply moved by the journey this film has experienced. This film was never just a story for me, it was a piece of my heart, a voice for countless people whose struggles often go unheard.

You mean the scarcity of private toilets?

The lack of a basic facility like a toilet may seem small to some, but it affects health, dignity, and everyday life in ways many can’t imagine. It was an issue we could no longer ignore and we felt cinema could help bring it out into the open.

Do you think it made a difference to the way the world looks at hygiene?...

Subhash K Jha looks back at the Akshay Kumar film Toilet: Ek Prem Katha and he talks with producer Prerna Arora about the making of the film that released in 2017.

There is a point of no return in the plot when we the audience become so immersed in the protagonist’s crusade for a better tomorrow that we are cheering and stomping our feet in encouragement for that bright sunshine-drenched tomorrow of which Sahir Ludhianvi dreamt in Pyasa and Phir Subah Hogi.

Our protagonist Madhav’s battle is not really reformatory in the way the great heroes of our times meant it to be. In Hrishikesh Mukherjee’s Satyakam when the protagonist Dharmendra marries the rape victim he does it with the least amount of self-congratulations. In Toilet: Ek Prem Katha, Akshay Kumar’s mission to build a toilet for his wife is compared with Shah Jahan building the Taj Mahal for his wife.

Housefull 5 Worldwide Box Office Day 27 Update!(Photo Credit –Facebook)

Akshay Kumar has delivered his third 300 crore film at the worldwide box office. It will not be able to beat Good Newwz or Toilet: Ek Prem Katha as the pace has slowed down. But, Housefull 5 has the opportunity to beat Aamir Khan’s 5th highest-grossing film globally. Scroll below for a detailed day 27 report!

Housefull 5 Domestic Box Office Collections

Sajid Nadiadwala’s production is now struggling to enter the 200 crore club. In 27 days, it has accumulated 197.38 crore net. The daily collections have now fallen below 50 lakhs. The weekend boost is now much needed to achieve the milestone.

The competition is now at full throttle. Housefull 5 will have a new rival as Anurag Basu’s Metro In Dino is releasing tomorrow. The journey will get more challenging, leading to its way out of theatres.

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Housefull 5 Worldwide Box Office Day 25 ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Akshay Kumar has knocked it out of the park with Housefull 5. It has entered the 300 crore club worldwide. With only 9.74 crores more in the kitty, the comedy thriller will beat the global lifetime of Good Newwz. But is it possible now? Scroll below for a detailed analysis.

Housefull 5 Overseas Box Office Collection

The overseas run will conclude within the 75 crore mark. The revised figures are out, and Housefull 5 has accumulated 69.50 crore gross in the international circuit in the last 25 days. Sajid Nadiadwala’s production could have enjoyed a longer run, but Maa and Sitaare Zameen Par has somewhat stolen its thunder.

Housefull 5 Worldwide Total

At the worldwide box office, the overall collections have surged to 301.53 crore gross. Housefull 5 is Akshay Kumar’s third film in the 300 crore club after Good Newwz and Toilet: Ek Prem Katha. The comedy thriller...

Housefull 5 Box Office Day 18 Early Trends! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Sajid Nadiadwala’s production Housefull 5 is now inching toward the 200 crore club. It would be the second century of 2025 in Bollywood after Chhaava. However, the comedy thriller may have emerged as Akshay Kumar’s 5th highest-grossing film of all time at the Indian box office. Scroll below for day 18 early trends!

Housefull 5 Box Office Day 18 Early Estimates

Tarun Mansukhani’s directorial is now battling against Sitaare Zameen Par for footfalls. It needed to match at least the Friday collections of 2.30 crores. As per early trends, Housefull 5 earned around 1.50-2 crores on day 18. That’s around a 13-35% drop from the required sum and the biggest fall since the opening day.

However, Sitaare Zameen Par is stealing the limelight with its fantastic collections. Considering the strong competition, Housefull 5 has raked in good numbers on the third Monday. The...

Housefull 5 Worldwide Box Office Day 17: Crosses The Hindi Lifetime Collection Of 2.0(Photo Credit –YouTube/Prime Video)

Standing against the new arrival, Sitaare Zameen Par, Housefull 5 did a decent job during the third weekend. With the Aamir Khan starrer arriving grandly, the comedy magnum opus lost out on a big chunk of shows nationwide. Still, it attracted its share of audiences. Overseas, the collections have dropped significantly due to new arrivals, but the film did enough to go past the worldwide box office collection of 2.0 (Hindi). Keep reading for a detailed collection report of 17 days!

Surviving against the wave of negativity, the comedy thriller has covered a good enough distance during its theatrical run. In terms of footfalls, it is lagging much behind the previous installments of the franchise, but collection-wise, it is on track to become the franchise’s highest-grossing film.

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Housefull 5 Worldwide Box Office: Akshay Kumar Is Earning Big! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Akshay Kumar’s Housefull 5 is churning out huge numbers at the worldwide box office even after two weeks and Aamir Khan’s arrival. At the worldwide box office, the comedy thriller stands at a total of 274.17 crore after 16 days, and the film aims to hit the 300 crore mark in the coming days.

Akshay Kumar Axes Salman Khan Not Once But Twice!

In the last two days, Akshay Kumar has aimed to surpass not one but two of Salman Khan’s biggies. Initially, he zoomed past Dabangg 2’s 265 crore at the box office, and now Akshay Kumar has axed Race 3’s 270.76 crore at the worldwide box office.

Housefull 5 Worldwide Box Office – Ready To Axe 2 Akshay Kumar Films!

Housefull 5 is ready to axe not one but two Akshay Kumar films at the box office! Its immediate target is only 83 lakh away.

Housefull 5 Box Office Collection Day 15 Update! (Photo Credit – YouTube)

Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Jacqueline Fernandez, and the team continue to tickle the funny bones at the ticket windows. Housefull 5 could be a case study on how to overcome negative reviews and hold its fort despite new big releases like Sitaare Zameen Par. Scroll below for box office collections on day 15.

Housefull 5 Box Office Collection Day 15

The strategy has been well-planned since the opening day. Sajid Nadiadwala’s production very well surpassed the mid-week blues by running offers on Tuesday. As Sitaare Zameen Par hit the Indian screens, they began a Buy 1 Get 1 offer (Bogo) and kept the footfalls coming.

The official figures are out, and Housefull 5 earned 2.30 crores on day 15. It suffered only a 23% drop compared to 3 crores earned on the previous day. The net total in India surges to 179.39 crores, which is around 211.68 crores in gross collections.

Housefull 5 Box Office Day 8 (Early Trends): Axes Akshay Kumar’s 8th Highest Grossing Film! (Photo Credit –YouTube)

Akshay Kumar’s Housefull 5 has witnessed a further drop on the second Friday as the film gears up for a second weekend at the box office. In seven days the film entered 200 crore club worldwide and ended the first week with a net collection of 133.58 crore in India!

Akshay Kumar Stays Below Housefull 4

Akshay Kumar’s comedy thriller, helmed by Tarun Mansukhani, is heading towards the 150 crore mark, but it might not achieve the same in the upcoming weekend, looking at the pace of the opening of the second weekend!

Housefull 5 Box Office Day 8 Early Trends

On the 8th day, the second Friday, June 13, Housefull 5 earned somewhere between 6.5 to 7 crore at the box office, taking the total of the film to somewhere between 139 – 140 crore.

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Akshay Kumar’s Koimoi Filmometer

Akshay Kumar is the ‘Boss’ of Bollywood and is well-known for delivering multiple successful films in quick succession. Though he started his career in 1991 with a flop, the actor established himself as a superstar in Indian cinema in the coming years. Even today, the actor is among the top money-spinners and has a strong success ratio at the Indian box office!

How do we calculate the success ratio?

Formula: (Super-Hits/Super-Duper Hit + Hit + Plus + Average)/Total Releases x 100 = Success ratio

Akshay Kumar’s box office success ratio: (19 + 24 + 6 + 30)/129 x 100 = 61.24%

Total Releases – 129 Super-Hit/Super-Duper Hit – 19

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Housefull 5 Box Office Day 5 (Early Trends) ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Housefull 5 is witnessing a fantastic run at the Indian box office. It is only of those Bollywood films that barely got impacted by the negative word-of-mouth. The comedy thriller is now only 15 crores away from entering Akshay Kumar’s top 10 highest-grossing films of all time in India. Scroll below for day 5 early trends!

Housefull 5 Box Office Day 5 Early Estimates

The mid-week blues were inevitable, so the makers employed a smart strategy by selling tickets at 50% off. The discounted prices worked in favor as the occupancy throughout the day remained better on similar lines as Monday. As per early trends, Housefull 5 earned around 11-12 crores on day 5.

Tarun Mansukhani’s directorial faced a drop of around 8-16% compared to day 4. With a steady hold, Housefull 5 is the leading audience choice. Besides, raking in a double-digit score on a working Tuesday is commendable!

Akshay Kumar Top 5 Highest Grossing Movies: Khiladi Kumar, whose films were considered to be a guarantee of a hit, have retained for many years. But now Akshay Kumar’s time has not been the same. However, this year, he has many of his much awaited films, which has many big names. Whose atmosphere is still fantastic, so that he is going to become the king of the box office again. Fihalal may be going on his bad time today, but a few years ago, he has given many superhit films in which his 5 films which come in the list of his highest grossing. Let us know about Akshay’s 5 most earning films.

Akshay Kumar’s 5 most earned films

Prior to 2021, Akshay Kumar’s era was such that, the film on which he was putting his hands was becoming super hit, during which the actor has made many big records. But...

Akshay Kumar Defends Toilet ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Some films aim to entertain, while others hope to leave an impact. Toilet: Ek Prem Katha, released in 2017, attempted the latter, tackling sanitation issues and the taboo around open defecation in rural India. Though the film earned praise from many quarters, it wasn’t universally accepted. Years later, it’s once again in the spotlight, not because of renewed acclaim or controversy around the subject matter, but due to contrasting views from two stalwarts of Indian cinema.

At a recent event, veteran actress Jaya Bachchan dismissed the film solely based on its title, stating she would never even watch it. On the other hand, Akshay Kumar, who starred in and championed the film, defended it passionately during the press conference for his upcoming movie Kesari 2.

Akshay Kumar respects Jaya Bachchan’s opinion but defends his movie

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Jaya Bachchan never minces words. And most of the time, people love her outspokenness. However, her recent statement calling out the 2017 Akshay Kumar film Toilet: Ek Prem Katha as an inappropriately titled flop has not gone down well with some.

The film Toilet: Ek Prem Katha’s co-producer Prerna Arora is wounded by the slight. “Let me first state I am a huge Huge fan of Jayaji. For me, she is the ultimate. I can watch Guddi, Uphaar, Abhimaan and Mili anytime, anywhere, and feel happy about life. It is, therefore, very hurtful to hear her say our film Toilet: Ek Prem Katha was a flop. Ma’am should check the box office figures. Our film earned a very handsome profit at the box office. It was one of the five biggest hits of 2017.”

As for the title, Prerna reveals it was retained after considerable debate. “We weren’t sure about the title.

Chhaava Worldwide Box Office Day 7 Update! (Photo Credit – Instagram/Hotstar)

The epic historical action film Chhaava refuses to slow down at the box office. It has concluded its first week on a successful note. Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna starrer has now become the first 300 crore grosser of Bollywood in 2025. Scroll below for the worldwide update!

Week 1 Domestic Update

On Thursday, Laxman Utekar‘s directorial added 21.60 crores more to its box office collections. It is maintaining an excellent hold as the earnings have not missed the 20 crore mark yet. The 7-day total in India stands at 225.28 crores net.

Overseas Earnings

In the international circuit, Chhaava is the highest-grossing Bollywood film of 2025 so far. In its first week, it made cumulative earnings of 52.83 crores gross. The epic historical action drama has achieved another feat as it has crossed the 50 crore mark. The second weekend will further boost the earnings and hopefully,...

Sky Force Worldwide Box Office Update! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Sky Force has concluded its fourth weekend at the Indian box office. The action drama continues to rely on domestic collections to rake in a respectable worldwide total. It has unlocked another milestone, as it is now Akshay Kumar’s eighth highest-grossing film at the Indian box office. Scroll below for a detailed analysis.

Domestic Box Office Update

In 24 days, Sky Force has made box office collections of 133.93 crores net. With the arrival of Badass Ravikumar and Chhaava on the last two Fridays, the screen count has suffered a massive reduction. The pace has slowed down, and it would be impossible to clock the 150 crore mark in the domestic market.

But there’s good news! Akshay Kumar starrer has surpassed the lifetime collections of Toilet: Ek Prem Katha (133.60 crores) to become his 8th highest grosser in India.

Trending Chhaava Box Office Collection Day 3: Earth-Shattering!

Sky Force Box Office Collection (20 Days): Beats Akshay Kumar’s Rowdy Rathore (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Sky Force, starring Akshay Kumar and Veer Pahariya, is approaching its end at the Indian box office. With Chhaava marking its grand arrival tomorrow, the film will go down further. But before wrapping up, it is making sure to rake in as many achievements as possible. Recently, it emerged as Akshay’s ninth highest-grossing film of all time in the domestic market. Keep reading for a detailed collection report of 20 days!

Performance at the Indian box office

In the opening week, the Akshay Kumar starrer amassed an impressive total and almost scored a century. But after that, the film couldn’t maintain the same momentum and is heading for an underwhelming lifetime total. On a day-to-day basis, the collection has now dropped below the 50 lakh mark.

Yesterday, Sky Force earned 45 lakh, taking its total...

Sky Force Box Office (16 Days): Becomes Akshay Kumar’s 10th Highest-Grosser By Crossing Airlift (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Akshay Kumar-led Sky Force has definitely slowed down at the Indian box office, and the day before yesterday, it fell below the 1 crore mark for the first time. Still, it is doing its best to achieve some significant feats. In the latest development, it has surpassed the domestic lifetime collection of Airlift to enter the list of Akshay’s top 10 highest-grossing films. It is ready to beat another biggie of Akshay today or tomorrow. Keep reading for a detailed report of 16 days!

Directed by Sandeep Kewlani and Abhishek Anil Kapur, the Bollywood action drama opened to mixed reviews, but among moviegoers, it enjoyed mostly favorable reactions. This positivity kept the momentum intact for a few days, but eventually, the film slowed down. As a result, despite a strong opening week of almost 100 crores,...

Sky Force Box Office: Seems Impossible To Beat The Top 10 Most Profitable Akshay Kumar Films (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Akshay Kumar’s Sky Force has hit a total of 119.50 crore at the box office and is the third Akshay Kumar film to enter the 100 crore club post-covid after Sooryavanshi and Omg 2. However, the film still has 40 crore more to go, before making any huge records.

Budget & Recovery

The war drama has been mounted on a budget of a reported 160 crore at the box office, and with the 119.5 crore collection, it has recovered only 74% of the entire budget of the film. Meanwhile, the film, in total, needs a collection of 320 crore to secure a hit verdict, which is entirely impossible!

Sky Force Vs Most Profitable Akshay Kumar Films

The most profitable film of Akshay Kumar film since 2010 is Toilet: Ek Prem Katha. Mounted on a budget of 24 crore, it earned 133.6 crore at the box office,...

Sky Force Box Office Collection Day 10 (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Republic Day 2025 release Sky Force has concluded its second weekend at the Indian box office on a steady note. Starring Akshay Kumar, Veer Pahariya, Sara Ali Khan, and Nimrat Kaur, the action drama is enjoying good on-ground buzz. Scroll below for the box office collections on day 10.

Witnesses slight growth on the second Sunday!

Sky Force added 7.80 crores to its box office collections on day 8. It witnessed limited growth of 5% compared to 7.40 crores earned on the previous day. The second weekend total concludes at 19.80 crores.

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Box Office: Baahubali 2 & Pushpa 2 May Have Created History But Bollywood Still Rules #1 Global Opening Weekend In IMAX!

Take a look at the box office breakdown below:

Week 1: 99.70 crores Weekend 2: 19.80 crores

Total: 119.50 crores

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What Did Matt Damon Say About Akshay Kumar’s Toiler: Ek Prem Katha Movie? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Matt Damon once praised Akshay Kumar for Toilet: Ek Prem Katha, highlighting its powerful message on India’s sanitation crisis. According to Hindustan Times, Damon called the film’s message crucial. “It’s great to have stars like Akshay and films like Toilet: Ek Prem Katha spotlighting the open defecation crisis,” he alluded. “It helps drive awareness, not only about the issues but also what can be done to tackle this and create change.”

Damon’s Water.org has tackled sanitation for years, and he firsthand experienced the impact of open defecation during his 2013 India visit. “I’ve seen how it threatens health, contaminates safe drinking water, and endangers women and children,” he asserted. Damon stressed that access to clean water and sanitary toilets is a cornerstone for human dignity and potential.

In 2013, Matt...

Sana Khan Net Worth 2024 (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Sana Khan (now Saiyad Sana Khan) quit her acting career in 2020. Her big decision came shortly after her ugly publicized split with Melvin Louis. Today, she’s on a path of spiritualism while also leading multiple business ventures. She’s witnessed an impressive boost of 354% in her net worth. Scroll below for a detailed analysis.

Net Worth in 2020

Former actress Sana has appeared in several TV shows, web series, and Bollywood films. She participated in Bigg Boss 6 and finished as second runner-up. She also took part in Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 7 as a wild-card contestant. Her other Television outings included Khatron Ke Khiladi 6, Entertainment Ki Raat, and Comedy Nights Bachao.

Sana Khan also featured in the Bollywood films Halla Bol, Toilet: Ek Prem Katha, and Jai Ho. Her portrayal as Sonya in Special Ops remains of her best works in the acting world.

Vijay Sethupathi’s Maharaja Beats Prabhas’ Baahubali 2 At The China Box Office (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The Vijay Sethupathi starrer Maharaja is enjoying a glorious run at the China box office. On its 21st day, the film has now achieved a humongous milestone. It has surpassed Prabhas’ Baahubali 2’s lifetime collection at the China box office to be the highest-grossing South Indian film in China.

Maharaja Surpasses Baahubali 2’s Lifetime Collection

According to the estimates in Sacnilk, Maharaja earned 85 lakhs in its day-wise collection at the China box office. This has resulted in the total China collection coming to 85.75 crores. For the unversed, the lifetime collection of the Prabhas starrer Baahubali 2 was 80.50 crores.

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Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 Worldwide Box Office Collection (10 Days): Overtakes Singham Again & Akshay Kumar’s Highest-Grosser (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 entered the beast mode during the second weekend and fetched impressive numbers, both in India and overseas. Exceeding all expectations, it is already on its way to crossing the 350 crore mark at the worldwide box office. But before that happens, the film has managed to take the lead over Singham Again and has surpassed the lifetime collection of Akshay Kumar’s highest-grossing Bollywood film ever. Keep reading for a detailed report of 10 days!

Despite mixed reviews, the Anees Bazmee directorial has turned out to be a theatrical winner. As there’s no major competition until Pushpa 2 arrives, it is going to achieve great heights. In the meantime, it has emerged victorious in a Diwali clash as it has finally overtaken the collection of its competitor Singham Again, and considering the trend,...

Move out of the way, Bridgerton. There's a new royal family in town! Netflix has a new Indian romantic drama series slated to come out soon called The Royals, and it will tell a modern-day love story between two people from very different social classes: a Prince and a startup whiz.

Obviously, the show's plot is interesting enough to pull you in, but wait until you find out who's in the cast! On Aug. 14, Netflix revealed the official cast via a cast announcement video, and we instantly recognized some familiar faces. You can check out the video above.

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Well-known Indian actors Ishaan Khattar and Bhumi Pednekar take on the leading roles of an entitled Prince and a startup whiz. You might've watched Khattar in the romantic drama film Dhadak, the masala film Khaali Peeli, the supernatural comedy flick Phone Bhoot and the biographical war film Pippa.

Akshay Kumar Is The King Of Versatility! Revisiting His Impressive Performances Ahead Of Sarfira ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Akshay Kumar is back to his busy self. After a string of highly anticipated releases, Khiladi Kumar is returning to action with his upcoming release, Sarfira. Akshay is renowned for his unique taste in films and his comedic abilities. His next aviation drama adds to the hype, and fans are curious to see how it will fare given that it joins the list of his highly versatile performances in movies like Pad Man and Toilet: Ek Prem Katha. So, before Sarfir’s release, let’s revisit some of Akshay’s most impressive performances.

Throughout his multi-decade career, Akshay Kumar has worked hard to remain relevant; his keys to success have been perseverance and hard work. However, his experimental approach has also contributed to his long reign of power. As the man of many firsts,...

As Akshay Kumar gears up for the release of his upcoming movie Khel Khel Mein, slated to hit theaters on 15th August, let’s take a look back at his Independence Day releases over the years. Known for his patriotic fervor and commitment to entertaining audiences, Akshay Kumar has made it a tradition to release a film around Independence Day almost every year.

The trend began in 2013 with Once Upon A Time In Mumbai Dobaara, where Kumar played a villainous role in the Milan Luthria directorial. However, the film didn’t perform well at the box office. His next release, Entertainment in 2014, became a hit post its cinema run when it aired on television.

In 2015, the sports drama Brothers hit the screens, followed by the successful Rustom in 2016, which clashed with Hrithik Roshan’s Mohenjo Daro and emerged victorious. Toilet Ek Prem Katha released on 11th August 2017 and was well-received by audiences.

Akshay Kumar is Gearing Up for His Next Releases Khel Khel Mein & Sarfira. (Photo Credit – IMDb)

Khiladi Kumar is on a roll, as usual. With three major releases set for 2024, there will be a lot of box-office excitement in the future. Akshay is known for his comedic chops and one-of-a-kind movie choices. He has achieved immense fame for helming movies like Pad Man or Toilet: Ek Prem Katha. But did you know that this tech billionaire loved his underrated movie? Read for the full story!

The 2017 smash hit “Toilet: Ek Prem Katha” starring Akshay Kumar had a significant social impact in addition to entertaining audiences across the country and igniting discussions about a pressing issue. Despite having a modest budget of Rs 18 crore, the film broke records by earning over Rs 316.97 crore worldwide. For Akshay Kumar, it was another watershed moment in his illustrious career, cementing his reputation as a social cause champion on screen.

Indian producer Prerna Arora is including intimacy coordination clauses in actors’ legal agreements. Arora, known for acclaimed films “Toilet: Ek Prem Katha” and “Pari” is believed to be one of the first Indian producers to do so.

Intimacy coordination is a nascent field in Indian cinema with Aastha Khanna Bhardwaj (Netflix’s “Murder Mubarak”) being one of the pioneers in the Hindi-language Bollywood industry and Jayalakshmi Sundaresan (“Iruttu Araiyil Murattu Kuththu”) in the Tamil-language Kollywood industry. Shakun Batra’s Prime Video film “Gehraaiyaan,” headlined by Deepika Padukone, was one of the first Bollywood films to have a dedicated intimacy department and the team included Bhardwaj, Dar Gai and Neha Vyas.

Arora recognized the need to formalize protocols surrounding intimate scenes in response to industry-wide discussions on the importance of creating a supportive and respectful atmosphere on set.

“In light of recent conversations and movements within the global film industry, it...

In the world of cinema, where innovation reigns supreme, producer Prerna Arora and director Suresh Krissna are set to challenge Indian cinema norms with ‘Hero Heeroine.’ Known for groundbreaking projects like ‘Toilet: Ek Prem Katha’ and ‘Padman,’ Arora promises fresh narratives. “Hero Heeroine” is a love saga exploring the dynamics between reel and real.

However, it was during a recent coffee rendezvous in Chennai that Prerna Arora and Suresh Krissna stumbled upon a revelation that would change the course of their project. Why confine the narrative to Hindi in a city steeped in the rich tapestry of Telugu cinema? Just as Tamil, Malayalam, or Bengali talents contribute to the magic of Hindi cinema, the film showcases a diverse cast and crew from different corners of the country, converging in Hyderabad to create something truly extraordinary.

“This is more than just a film; it’s a cultural phenomenon,” says Prerna Arora.

Akshay Kumar, who will be seen in an action avatar in the upcoming film ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’, revealed he loves to jump from one genre to another as he himself gets bored by doing the same thing.

During the trailer launch of ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’ in Mumbai on Tuesday, Akshay said: “I don’t like to stick to one genre. I like jumping from one genre to another, whether success or not, I have always done that from the beginning of my career and nothing has stopped me. I will keep doing that, something which is social, something which is comedy, something which is action, I will keep doing different genres.”

Akshay, who was last seen in ‘Mission Raniganj’, shared: “Today if people say comedy and action films are in trend, that doesn’t mean I should only be doing that. I myself get bored doing one thing.

Holi Excitement Builds Up: With the festival of colors, Holi, around the corner, excitement is palpable. For those not keen on playing with colors, enjoying movies can be a great alternative. Here are some Bollywood films to watch on Holi that offer entertainment alongside the vibrant hues.

“Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani”

Celebrate Holi with Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone’s film “Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani.” This movie boasts several lively songs and a romantic love story that will brighten up your day.

“Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela”

Another excellent choice for Holi viewing is “Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela,” starring Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh. The sizzling chemistry between the leads ensures you won’t be bored this Holi.

“Kabir Singh”

No Holi celebration is complete without reminiscing about the iconic scene from “Kabir Singh.” Enjoy Shahid Kapoor and Kiara Advani’s film for a dose of entertainment this festive season.

“Padmaavat...

Actor Tusshar Kapoor is set to play a pivotal role in acclaimed producer Prerna Arora’s Ott film ‘Dunk – Once Bitten Twice Shy’. The actor will be portraying the role of a lawyer inside the mystery. The project marks a leap for Kapoor, who is known for his multifaceted performances spanning romantic, dramatic, and comedic genres. Produced by Ujs Studio and Ess Kay Gee Entertainment, ‘Dunk’ holds the promise of a thrilling cinematic voyage, diving into the depths of land exploitation’s hard core reality and its grave impact on rural life. Kapoor’s depiction of this character is poised to be his most demanding yet, injecting an additional dose of mystery into the film’s storyline.

Talking about ‘Dunk’, Prerna had earlier said, “Dunk focuses on the urgent need for legal protections, enforcement mechanism, and support systems to safeguard the rights of farmers. As a society, we must stand...

Akshay Kumar South Movies. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

In the last few years, there have been many comparisons between the Hindi and South film industry. Even though both cinematic worlds have merged quite a few times, the comparisons never stop. Often, Bollywood celebs are asked their view about what’s working for the South and why Hindi films lack the hold at the box office and on the audience like the old days. In the past, Akshay Kumar was also asked the same question, and he gave an interesting answer.

In 2018, when Akshay Kumar was promoting Toilet Ek Prem Katha, he was asked why the success rate of Hindi films was declining. The Omg 2 actor said, “Maybe it has got to do with our content, which is not right.” Akshay called the South Indian film industry systematic and added, “They don’t spend more than Rs 2 crore on publicity. They...

Aamir Khan’s Box Office Journey Has Been Phenomenal Over The Years (Photo Credit – IMDb)

Aamir Khan is an actor par excellence. Moreover, he is a businessman and strategist beyond belief. He was the first one to find an opportunity for Bollywood films in China, and voila, once he opened the gates, there was no looking back. The journey that started from Dangal stayed back for a number of films.

Movies like Hindi Medium, Toilet: Ek Prem Katha, and Secret Superstar might not have churned out great numbers in India, but they performed like beasts at the Chinese box office. And only one man needs to be thanked for the same.

Aamir Khan took a sabbatical after his last release. Laal Singh Chaddha tanked at the box office and did not perform as he had expected. While he is gearing up for his next film titled Sitaare Zameen Par, here...

For women making their movies and especially making their mark in a male-dominated industry like Bollywood it is not easy. However, Guneet Monga, Mira Nair, Prerna Arora, Ashwini Iyer Tiwary, Kiran Ral, and Zoya Akhtar have proven that everyone has space to exist and excel. To celebrate International Women’s Day today, we want to shine the spotlight on influential women filmmakers who have succeeded and redefined the narrative of Indian cinema with their impactful films.

Mira Nair

A pioneer in film the world over, Mira Nair needs no introduction. The filmmaker was one of the first female filmmakers who put India on the global map. Her filmography boasts epics such as Salaam Bombay!, Golden Globe winner Hysterical Blindness, Vanity Fair, The Namesake, The Reluctant Fundamentalist, and the series ‘The Suitable Boy’. This powerhouse of talent also has numerous documentaries and loves to showcase her Indian roots and heritage on...

The writers of the Ranveer-Deepika-starrer ‘Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela’, Siddharth and Garima, on Wednesday launched the trailer of their directorial debut film ‘Dukaan’ here in the presence of the maker of ‘Animal’, Sandeep Reddy Vanga. The film, which is said to be based on true events and will be released on April 5, is all about the emotional roller-coaster ride of a surrogate mother.

Two minutes 39 seconds long, the trailer begins with Monika Panwar’s character Jasmine talking to a child, saying to him, “Our love story is a triangle.”

The movie is set in Gujarat and shows Jasmine speaking in a Gujarati accent. She is seen showing a picture of the child’s parents to him, and says she is the third person in the triangle.

We then see the father of the child saying, “It is my child”, to which Jasmine replies: “I have given birth to him.”

Monika...

Fighter Box Office Collection Day 19 Updates!(Photo Credit –Facebook)

Deepika Padukone and Hrithik Roshan led Fighter was expected to break Siddharth Anand’s previous records. Shah Rukh Khan starrer Pathaan, as well as Hr’s War, was a rage at the box office. Unfortunately, that’s not the case with his latest release in the domestic market. But there’s good news as the film has entered the 200 crore club. Scroll below for all the details!

Fighter hit the big screens on January 25, 2024. The release coincided with Republic Day, which made perfect sense. References of the Pulwama attack, Balakot airstrike, and India–Pakistan border skirmishes in 2019 blended very well with the theme, but unfortunately, the response wasn’t as heartwarming as expected. Siddharth Anand feels the audience couldn’t relate to the aerial action and felt “alien” to the concept of fighter planes.

Fighter Box Office Collection

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Popular choreographer Ganesh Acharya, who has made the who’s who of Bollywood dance to his steps, recalled his rags to riches journey in the industry. The choreographer said that the reason behind his success was his “quality” of work.

“My life began in a slum, but today I stand as a choreographer. I was the youngest choreographer in Bollywood, and the sole reason for this achievement was quality,” Acharya said during the Youth for Quality Bharat Festival.

The 52-year-old choreographer added that it was the presence of “quality” in him that enabled him to fulfill his “dreams”.

“It was the presence of quality within me that enabled me to fulfill my dreams. Cultivate quality within yourselves as well. I am delighted to have had the opportunity to connect with the Quality Bharat Mission, which adds to my happiness,” he said.

Apart from choreographing A-listers in Hindi cinema, Acharya has been feted with several honours.

Dunki Box Office (Worldwide): Shah Rukh Khan Crosses 2 Salman Khan Films (One From 2012 & Another From 2019) & 4 Other Movies’ Lifetime ( Photo Credit – Facebook; YouTube )

Another day, another milestone for Rajkumar Hirani’s Dunki & it continues its obsession of crossing ‘six films’ at the worldwide box office. A fresh lot of 6 movies have bitten the dust & this time, it’s a pretty exciting list to look at. Shah Rukh Khan’s starrer, on its way to the 400 crore club, now stands at 323.77 crores (worldwide gross). It completed 8 days at the box office on Thursday.

In India, the film has clocked 160.22 crores (gross), which will take its net figure to 189.05 crores. Talking about Shah’s ruling region, i.e., overseas, the film has crossed the 130-crore mark and has now collected 134.72 crores.

Of the six films it has crossed, Dunki has surprisingly surpassed two Salman Khan-led films. One was released in 2012 (Ek Tha Tiger...

‘Toilet: Ek Prem Katha’ actress Komal Sachdeva will be seen sharing screen space with superstar Shah Rukh Khan in Rajkumar Hirani’s immigration drama ‘Dunki’ and recalled her first meeting with the filmmaker.

“When I first met Raju sir and introduced myself, he said, ‘I know you, Komal. I have seen your audition and we really liked it.’ It was a very pleasant surprise as someone like him who would have seen so many auditions for so many characters remembered my particular audition,” she said.

Komal, who was recently seen in Shilpa Shetty-starrer ‘Sukhee’, started her acting journey with theatre in Delhi with Dinesh Khanna, a professor at National School of Drama.

Her first commercial acting project was ‘Toilet: Ek Prem Katha’ starring Akshay Kumar, wherein she played Chulni, a part of Lota Party. Thereafter she was seen in several projects like ‘Taandav’ starring Saif Ali Khan, Habib Faisal’s...

Director Bhav Dhulia, who is known for his works like — ‘Khakee: The Bihar Chapter’, and ‘The Freelancer’ has teamed up with Abundantia Entertainment for two feature film projects.

The projects are an engaging, large-scale, action-thriller tinged with a deep patriotic flavour, and an equally thrilling underdog story, inspired by true events set to introduce Indian fans to a whole new style of investigative storytelling.

Abundantia Entertainment is the producer of films like ‘Jalsa’, ‘Sherni’, ‘Ram Setu’, ‘Shakuntala Devi’, ‘Chhorii’, ‘Toilet – Ek Prem Katha’ ‘Sukhee’, ‘Airlift’, ‘Breathe’ and ‘Breathe: Into The Shadows’ among others.

On making his directorial feature-film debut, Bhav said: “I’ve been fortunate to have had the opportunity to work on some high-quality streaming content and have thoroughly enjoyed creating for the longer format.”

“I felt that now is the right time to make the transition to feature films. As I get ready to embark on this new journey,...