Sandalwood

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Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1 – From Cultural Roots To Oscar 2026 Contention

The divine roar of the forest has reached the global stage. Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1, the monumental prequel to the 2022 cult hit, has officially entered the Best Picture contending race at the 2026 Oscars (Academy Awards). Produced by Hombale Films and led by the visionary Rishab Shetty, the film continues its journey of Rooted in culture, driven by divinity, bridging the gap between ancient folklore and international prestige. Moving away from the timeline of the first film, Chapter-1 serves as a prequel that explores the historical and mythological genesis of the legend. It delves deeper into the Daiva culture and the sacred relationship between man and nature in coastal Karnataka. By setting the story in an earlier era, the film provides a grander scale and a more intense look at the spiritual heritage that captivated audiences worldwide. Rooted in our culture, driven by divinity.Proud and privileged as #KantaraChapter1 enters the Best Picture contending race at the #Oscars Academy Awards 2026.#KantaraForOscars#Kantara @hombalefilms @KantaraFilm @shetty_rishab @VKiragandur @ChaluveG @rukminitweets… pic.twitter.com/xSCsH28Qjr— Hombale Films (@hombalefilms) January 9, 2026 Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1 has officially rewritten the record books for Kannada cinema, cementing its place as a global phenomenon. Proving once again that deeply rooted, culturally authentic stories possess a universal appeal, the film's financial trajectory has been nothing short of extraordinary. Produced on a substantial budget of approximately ₹125 crore, the prequel has far exceeded all commercial expectations, demonstrating the immense power of the Kantara franchise and the vision of Rishab Shetty. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   On the global stage, the film has achieved a monumental milestone, crossing the ₹852.36 crore mark in worldwide gross collections. This massive international footprint is supported by a dominant performance at the domestic box office, where the film amassed a staggering ₹622.48 crore net in India. With a total Return on Investment (ROI) of approximately 400%, the film has officially been declared an All Time Blockbuster, yielding significant profits for Hombale Films and its distributors. One of the most remarkable aspects of its theatrical run is its unprecedented pan-India success.In a rare feat for regional cinema, the Hindi-dubbed version of the film outperformed the original Kannada version, collecting ₹223.79 crore net compared to the ₹200.02 crore earned in its home state. This highlights the film's massive pull in the North Indian markets and its ability to resonate with diverse audiences across the country, transcending language barriers to become a true national tent-pole. This marks a significant moment for Indian regional cinema. Following its strong opening (collecting ₹75 crore in its first weekend) and an exceptionally long theatrical run, the film's transition from a box office titan to an Academy Award contender highlights its artistic depth.The film's sustained momentum and critical acclaim have now propelled it onto the global awards circuit. Combining high-octane storytelling with spiritual depth, the film stands as a benchmark for how regional Indian stories can dominate both the commercial box office and the international stage.

Tollywood

7 days ago

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Shambhala Box Office: Film Crosses ₹15 Crore Mark as Rishab Shetty Launches Hindi Trailer for Pan-India Release

The Telugu supernatural thriller Shambhala, starring Aadi Saikumar, is poised for a pan-Indian reach with its upcoming Hindi dubbed release on January 9, 2026. The announcement came as Kantara star Rishab Shetty unveiled the Hindi trailer for the film, adding significant buzz to its North Indian market entry. This move follows the movie's successful theatrical run in its original Telugu version, which hit screens on December 25, 2025. After a grand successful Telugu release. #Shambala releasing in Hindi on 9th Jan’26Unveiling the Hindi trailer - https://t.co/S1IUlDRVJzAll the best to @iamaadisaikumar and the entire team😊@tweets_archana @ugandharmuni #RajasekharAnnabhimoju @ShiningPictures… pic.twitter.com/itnt68GNa2— Rishab Shetty (@shetty_rishab) January 4, 2026 Directed by Ugandhar Muni, Shambhala has been a solid performer at the box office since its Christmas release. The film, produced by Mahidhar Reddy and Rajasekhar Annabhimoju under the Shining Pictures banner, has garnered positive word-of-mouth for its unique blend of science, superstition, and horror. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   Shambhala got off to a decent start, collecting ₹1.50 crore net in India on its opening day.The film maintained steady collections through its first week and into the second. After 11 days in theaters, the supernatural thriller had amassed an estimated ₹13.44 crore in India net collections. The movie collected around ₹1.31 crore India net on its eleventh day. Early reports indicated that the film grossed an impressive ₹5.4 crore within its first two days, marking it as the biggest opener of Aadi Saikumar's career. Set in a remote village in the 1980s, the film's plot is triggered by a meteor crash that unleashes a series of inexplicable and terrifying events. Aadi Saikumar plays Vikram, a geoscientist and an atheist, who arrives to investigate the phenomenon. He finds himself in a conflict between scientific reasoning and the deep-rooted superstitions of the villagers, who believe the meteor is an evil omen. The film has been praised for its engaging storyline, atmospheric tension, and Aadi Saikumar's intense performance.The cast also includes Archana Iyer, Swasika Vijay, Ravi Varma, and Madhunandan in pivotal roles.Following its favorable reception in the Telugu states, the producers are optimistic about the film's prospects in the Hindi-speaking market. The Hindi version is set for a theatrical release on January 9, 2026. Initially, there were reports of a January 1st release, but the date has been officially confirmed as the 9th. The involvement of a celebrated actor-director like Rishab Shetty in launching the Hindi trailer is expected to provide a significant boost to the film's visibility and appeal to a wider audience.

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9 days ago

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Dhurandhar Becomes All-Time Number 1 Bollywood Film On BookMyShow

Mumbai, January 2 - Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar has become the highest Bollywood ticket seller on BookMyShow, after beating Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava. The spy actioner continues to rewrite history at the box office and is breaking records with each passing day. Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar has sold 13+ million tickets so far on BMS, beating Chhaava, which sold 12.50+ million tickets on the platform, followed by Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan (12.40+ million) and Maddock's horror comedy Stree 2 (11.15+ million). (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The biggest movie on BookMyShow is Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2: The Rule, with nearly 20 million tickets, followed by Kantara Chapter and Dhurandhar. The Ranveer Singh-starrer has still enough legs left to outnumber the Rishab Shetty-starrer to emerge as the number 2 film on the platform. Dhurandhar is racing towards beating Pushpa 2's 810+ crores net collection to become the highest-grossing movie ever in the Hindi language at the domestic box office. The film has so far scored 740 crores (885+ crores gross) in 28 days, as the second biggest grosser. Worldwide, the spy actioner is nearing 1150 crores and is likely to beat Jawan's 1160 crores gross to become the biggest Bollywood blockbuster (without China) by today or tomorrow. Interestingly, it is the only single-language film to enter the 1000 crores club, which speaks a lot about its legendary box office run. Stay tuned...

Bollywood

16 days ago

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Top 10 Highest-Grossing Indian Films of 2025 At The Worldwide Box Office

Mumbai, December 26 - Director Aditya Dhar's spy action thriller Dhurandhar is set to conclude 2025 as the highest-grossing Indian film of the year. Headlined by Ranveer Singh, the film has emerged as one of the biggest Indian blockbusters in recent times, with its rock-solid daily collections continuing to leave both trade and the industry stunned. Dhurandhar is marching towards the coveted 1000-crore milestone at the worldwide box office and shows no signs of slowing down. The film is expected to breach the landmark by its fourth Friday, making it the first Indian film of 2025 and the ninth of all time to enter the elite club. Given the current trends, the spy thriller is likely to end its theatrical run with a staggering lifetime total of over 1200 crores globally. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The second-biggest grosser of the year is Rishab Shetty's Kantara: Chapter 1, the much-anticipated prequel to his 2022 blockbuster Kantara. The period folk action drama enjoyed a phenomenal run at the box office earlier this year, grossing over 850 crores worldwide. Notably, the prequel earned more than double the lifetime collection of the original film, which had amassed 408 crores during its release. Vicky Kaushal's historical action drama Chhaava, which released in February, secures the third position among the biggest Indian grossers of 2025 with a worldwide collection exceeding 800 crores. The film turned out to be one of the year's most significant blockbusters, comfortably surpassing trade expectations and gaining strong word of mouth across markets. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) At a time when big scale action spectacles are dominating the box office, Yash Raj Films' romantic drama Saiyaara emerged as a surprising standout performer. Featuring two newcomers, Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda, in lead roles, the film grossed close to 600 crores worldwide. It also created history by becoming the highest-grossing Indian romantic drama film of all time. Superstar Rajinikanth's highly awaited gangster action drama Coolie finished the year as the fifth-biggest grosser. However, expectations were significantly higher for the film, which was widely seen as Tamil cinema's strongest contender for a 1000-crore finish. Mixed word of mouth impacted its momentum, resulting in a worldwide gross slightly above the 500-crore mark. S. No. Movie Language Worldwide Gross 1 Dhurandhar Hindi ₹1000+ crore 2 Kantara Chapter 1 Kannada ₹852 crore 3 Chhaava Hindi ₹808 crore 4 Saiyaara Hindi ₹570 crore 5 Coolie Tamil ₹518 crore 6 War 2 Hindi ₹364 crore 7 Mahavatar Narsimha Hindi ₹327 crore 8 Lokah: Chapter 1 - Chandra Malayalam ₹304 crore 9 They Call Him OG Telugu ₹295 crore 10 Housefull 5 Hindi ₹289 crore Data as of December 26

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19 days ago

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Dhurandhar Box Office: Ranveer Singh's Spy Actioner Overtakes Ranbir Kapoor's Animal To Become The Biggest A-Rated Indian Grosser Worldwide

Mumbai, December 24 - Records keep coming in for Ranveer Singh-fronted Dhurandhar, which has now shattered a major milestone at the global box office. The spy action thriller has become the highest-grossing Indian A-rated film, overtaking Ranbir Kapoor's Animal (2023) on its 20th day. Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar has grossed nearly 950 crores worldwide through the third Wednesday, outgrossing Animal's entire worldwide gross of 915 crores to become the biggest adult-rated Indian title at the global box office. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) It has been a run of a lifetime for Dhurandhar, which continues to defy expectations. Released amid doubts over its box office prospects, the film answered with better than expected opening before turning into a cultural phenomenon. Earlier, it became the biggest Indian grosser of 2025 by beating Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1. Dhurandhar's performance, both domestically and overseas, has been nothing short of remarkable. Its overseas theatrical run has been hugely impressive, as it has become the first Indian movie of the year to top 200 crores worldwide, a milestone only a handful of Indian titles have achieved before. Based on the incredible true events, the film is unlikely to stop anytime soon, despite the increasing competition. It is likely to remain the number 1 film for the fourth consecutive weekend at the Indian box office, a very rare instance which shows the impact of the film over nationwide audience. Stay tuned...

Bollywood

20 days ago

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Dhurandhar Overseas Box Office: Ranveer Singh-fronted Becomes Highest Indian Grosser of 2025, Beating Rajinikanth's Coolie

Mumbai, December 22 - Director Aditya Dhar's spy action thriller Dhurandhar has shattered a major record by becoming the highest-grossing Indian film of the year at the overseas box office, beating superstar Rajinikanth's gangster action drama, Coolie. The Ranveer Singh-starrer has been a word-of-mouth sensation, not just in India but also internationally. The film has grossed approximately 186 crores overseas through the third Sunday (17 days), outgrossing Coolie's entire overseas run of 180.50 crores and becoming the number 1 Indian blockbuster. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The trade was bullish on the film, but it didn't expect it to become this big internationally. Dhurandhar started on a decent note, but became a beast after word of mouth spread like wildfire. The film is now heading towards the 200 crore mark and will be the first 200 crore overseas grosser for Ranveer Singh. Produced by Jio Studios and B62 Studios, Dhurandhar is also set to become the highest-grossing Indian film of 2025 at the worldwide box office by today. It has minted 845+ crores gross in 17 days, just behind Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1, which minted around 852 crores gross globally earlier this year. Stay tuned...

Bollywood

20 days ago

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Dhurandhar Box Office: Aditya Dhar's Directorial Becomes The Highest-Grossing Indian Film of 2025 Worldwide

Mumbai, December — Director Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar, headlined by Ranveer Singh, has scripted history at the worldwide box office. The high-octane spy action thriller has become the highest-grossing Indian film of 2025 worldwide, outperforming Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 (852 crores gross). (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dhurandhar's extraordinary theatrical run has pushed its worldwide gross beyond 850 crore in 17 days, cementing its position at the top of the 2025 box office charts. With robust footfalls in India and a phenomenal response in overseas markets, the film has shown rare consistency, registering strong weekday numbers even after record-breaking weekends. In India, the Aditya Dhar directorial has benefited from repeat audience turnout, backed by extremely positive word of mouth. It has performed exceptionally well in both mass and multiplex centres, and the trend suggests it is unlikely to stop anytime soon. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Overseas, Dhurandhar has delivered one of the strongest performances ever for a Hindi-language action thriller. Markets such as North America, the UK, and Australia have played a crucial role in pushing the film past every other film. It is the highest-grossing Indian title of the year at the overseas box office. The milestone marks a defining moment for actor Ranveer Singh as well as for director Aditya Dhar, whose vision and scale have translated into both critical appreciation and box office dominance. With its sustained run and minimal drop-offs, Dhurandhar is now eyeing the next major benchmark, which is 1000 crores global haul. As 2025 draws to a close, Dhurandhar stands tall as the undisputed box office king of the year, redefining the commercial potential of Indian action cinema on the global stage. With upcoming films unlikely to make this much, Dhurandhar will finish the year as the biggest Indian grosser of the year. Stay tuned...

Bollywood

21 days ago

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Pan-India Power Report 2025: Kantara Ch 1 Mints 223 Cr in Hindi; A Reality Check for Southern Dubs in 2025

2025 has been the year of the Pan India Reality Check. The Hindi audience has become ruthless embracing authentic rooted stories like Kantara with open arms while coldly rejecting generic mass actioners, even those starring heavyweights like Pawan Kalyan and Kamal Haasan. While Rishab Shetty emerged as the undisputed king of the Hindi box office this year, other highly anticipated projects like Lokesh Kanagaraj's Coolie and Suriya's Retro posted numbers that fell short of their astronomical pre release hype.From folklore to gangster dramas, here is the ultimate report card of how South Indian films performed in the Hindi belt this year. Movie Industry Hindi Net Collection Kantara: Chapter 1 Sandalwood ₹223.79 Cr Coolie Kollywood ₹37.23 Cr Game Changer Tollywood ₹32.93 Cr Mirai Tollywood ₹16.86 Cr Baahubali: The Epic Animation ₹6.94 Cr HIT: The Third Case Tollywood ₹4.11 Cr Kannappa Tollywood ₹3.98 Cr Lokah: Chapter 1 Mollywood ₹3.78 Cr They Call Him OG Tollywood ₹3.36 Cr L2: Empuraan Mollywood ₹2.59 Cr Thug Life Kollywood ₹1.70 Cr The Girlfriend Tollywood ₹ 0.60 Cr Madharasi Kollywood ₹0.50 Cr Retro Kollywood ₹ 0.49 Cr Daaku Maharaaj Tollywood ₹ 0.40 Cr Hari Hara Veera Mallu Tollywood ₹ 0.33 Cr Bad Girl Kollywood ₹0.06 Cr 1. Kantara:Chapter 1 Industry:Sandalwood (Kannada) Director:Rishab Shetty Star Cast:Rishab Shetty,Rukmini Vasanth
 The prequel to the 2022 divine blockbuster Kantara shattered ceilings. Delving deeper into the origins of the Panjurli Daiva during the Kadamba era, the film offered a visual spectacle that was both raw and grandiose. The Divine climax once again became a cultural talking point, driving repeat audiences in Maharashtra and the Hindi belt. It stands as the only true All Time Blockbuster from the South in Hindi this year. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) 2. Coolie Industry:Kollywood (Tamil) Director:Lokesh Kanagaraj Star Cast:Rajinikanth, Nagarjuna, Shruti Haasan, Soubin Shahir.
 The union of Thalaivar Rajinikanth and director Lokesh Kanagaraj was expected to set the screens on fire. A stylish gangster drama involving a gold-smuggling syndicate, the film had massive hype. However, the Hindi numbers (₹ 37.23 Cr) suggest it played more to the gallery of existing fans rather than breaking out to the neutral Hindi audience like Vikram or Jailer. 3.Game Changer Industry:Tollywood (Telugu) Director:S. Shankar Star Cast:Ram Charan, Kiara Advani.
 Coming off the global high of RRR, Ram Charan teamed up with the showman Shankar. While the film's political theme resonated in the South, the Hindi audience found the narrative slightly dated. ₹ 32.93 Cr is a respectable total but falls short of the expectations set for a Ram Charan and Shankar collaboration. 4.Mirai Industry:Tollywood (Telugu) Director:Karthik Ghattamaneni Star Cast:Teja Sajja, Ritika Nayak. 
The surprise package of the year. After HanuMan, Teja Sajja cemented his position with Mirai. Based on the legend of Ashoka's 9 secret books, this Super Yodha film connected well with kids and families, earning nearly ₹ 17 Cr purely on concept strength without a Tier-1 star. 5. Baahubali:The Epic Industry:Pan India (Re-release/Edit) Director:S.S. Rajamouli Star Cast:Prabhas,Anushka Shetty
 To celebrate the franchise's legacy, the makers released a special Single Film edit of the two part saga with remastered visuals.While die hard fans turned up, the ₹ 6.95 Cr collection proves that the audience prefers new content over nostalgia trips in theaters. 6. HIT:The Third Case Industry:Tollywood (Telugu) Director:Sailesh Kolanu Star Cast:Nani, Srinidhi Shetty.
 Nani entered the HIT universe as Arjun Sarkar. While the film was a critical success in Telugu, the dark, gritty thriller genre has a limited ceiling in the Hindi dubbed market unless backed by massive marketing, reflected in its niche ₹ 4.11 Cr collection. 7. Kannappa Industry:Tollywood (Telugu) Director:Mukesh Kumar Singh Star Cast:Vishnu Manchu,Preity Mukhundhan (Cameos: Prabhas, Akshay Kumar, Mohanlal).
 Despite a star-studded lineup of cameos including Prabhas and Akshay Kumar, this mythological drama starring Vishnu Manchu failed to generate buzz in the Hindi belt, collecting a meager ₹ 3.98 Cr. 8. Lokah:Chapter 1 - Chandra Industry:Mollywood(Malayalam) Director:Dominic Arun Star Cast:Kalyani Priyadarshan, Naslen, Sandy. 
Malayalam cinema's ambitious entry into the superhero genre! Starring Kalyani Priyadarshan, the film was praised for its VFX and unique world-building. For a Malayalam film without a traditional Mass Hero, earning ₹ 3.78 Cr in Hindi is a positive sign of growth. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) 9.They Call Him OG Industry:Tollywood (Telugu) Director:Sujeeth Star Cast:Pawan Kalyan, Priyanka Mohan.
 The biggest shocker of the list. Pawan Kalyan's gangster drama, despite featuring Emraan Hashmi as the antagonist, crashed in Hindi with just ₹ 3.36 Cr. It highlights that Pawan Kalyan's stardom is still strictly regional compared to peers like Prabhas or Allu Arjun. 10. L2:Empuraan Industry:Mollywood (Malayalam) Director:Prithviraj Sukumaran Star Cast:Mohanlal, Manju Warrier,Prithviraj. The sequel to Lucifer. While a massive blockbuster in Kerala, the complex political drama of Empuraan proved too dense for the mass Hindi audience, collecting just ₹ 2.59 Cr. 11. Thug Life Industry:Kollywood (Tamil) Director:Mani Ratnam Star Cast:Kamal Haasan, Trisha Krishnan,Silambarasan TR.
 The reunion of legends Mani Ratnam and Kamal Haasan after decades was a cinematic event, but sadly, only for Tamil Nadu. The Hindi version was a non-starter (₹ 1.7 Cr), proving that Class Classics rarely translate to Mass Hindi Box Office. 12.The Girlfriend
 Industry:Tollywood (Telugu)
 Director:Rahul Ravindran
 Star Cast:Rashmika Mandanna, Dheekshith Shetty.
 
A solo lead thriller by Rashmika Mandanna. While she is a National Crush, the film's niche subject matter restricted its appeal, leading to a washout in the Hindi dubbed version.
 13.Madharasi
 Director:A.R.Murugadoss
 Star Cast:Sivakarthikeyan, Vidyut Jammwal.
 
Despite being directed by A.R.Murugadoss (known for Ghajini) and starring Vidyut Jammwal (a known face in Hindi), this film was a disaster in Hindi. It seems the audience has moved past the 2000s style of commercial filmmaking.
 14.Retro Industry:Kollywood (Tamil) Director:Karthik Subbaraj Star Cast:Suriya, Pooja Hegde.
 Also known as Suriya 44, this stylish actioner by Karthik Subbaraj was expected to be Suriya's big theatrical comeback in Hindi. The shocking collection of less than ₹ 50 Lakhs indicates a complete failure in marketing or release strategy in the North. 15.Daaku Maharaaj
 Industry:Tollywood (Telugu)
 Director:Bobby Kolli
 Star Cast:Nandamuri Balakrishna, Bobby Deol

 Even the presence of Bobby Deol (fresh off Animal fame) couldn't save this Balakrishna mass entertainer in Hindi. The over the top action style of NBK clearly has zero takers in the Hindi belt in 2025.
 16. Hari Hara Veera Mallu
 Industry:Tollywood (Telugu)
 Director:Krish Jagarlamudi,Jyoti Krishna
 Star Cast:Pawan Kalyan, Bobby Deol.
 
A delayed period drama that felt stale upon arrival. With collections of just ₹33 Lakhs, it stands as a significant commercial underperformer for a star of Pawan Kalyan's stature.
 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) 17.Bad Girl Industry:Kollywood (Tamil) Director:Varsha Bharath Star Cast:Anjali Sivaraman.
 A small budget coming of age drama produced by heavyweights like Vetrimaaran. While critically acclaimed in festivals, it was virtually non-existent at the Hindi box office. Ultimately, 2025 will be remembered as the year the Hindi market transitioned from being a star reliant territory to a landscape defined by audience discernment. The staggering gap between Kantara (₹223 Cr) and generic mass entertainers highlights a significant shift in viewer preferences. When highly anticipated projects featuring legends struggle to gain traction while a rooted folklore thriller creates history, the trend is undeniable.The era of blind loyalty to formulaic tropes is fading, making way for a new chapter of content supremacy.

Bollywood

27 days ago

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Dhurandhar Unleashed: Ranveer Singh's actioner becomes the 5th Indian film of 2025 to breach the 500 Cr mark

The year 2025 has officially become a landmark year for Indian cinema, defined by a series of box office juggernauts that have shattered linguistic and genre barriers. What began with the divine roar of Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 has now evolved into a high-stakes battle for supremacy. The latest entrant to this elite list is Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar, which has stormed past the ₹500 crore mark in just 10 days. Unlike the earlier blockbusters that have largely concluded their runs, Dhurandhar is currently in the middle of a box office rampage, breathing fresh life into theaters and challenging the benchmarks set by its predecessors. A closer look at the leaderboard reveals a fascinating contrast in trajectory. While Kantara Chapter 1 and Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava sit comfortably at the top with colossal lifetime grosses crossing ₹800 crores, the dynamics in the ₹500 crore bracket are shifting rapidly. Dhurandhar has already eclipsed the lifetime collection of Coolie and is now breathing down the neck of the romantic musical Saiyaara. What makes this feat remarkable is the speed; while its competitors took weeks to consolidate these numbers, Dhurandhar has achieved this dominance in merely a week and a half, signaling that its final landing spot could be much higher up the ladder. The trade is buzzing with anticipation as Dhurandhar continues its unstoppable theatrical run with strong holdover audiences. It serves as the perfect counter-narrative to the mythological and historical grandeur of the year's top two hits, proving that a gritty, high-octane spy thriller can deliver equally massive numbers. As it heads into its second week with virtually no slowing down, the industry isn't just celebrating its entry into the ₹500 crore club, but actively calculating just how far this Ranveer Singh starrer will go in chasing down the year's biggest records. Metric Kantara 1 Chhaava Saiyaara Dhurandhar Coolie India Net Rs. 622.04 Cr Rs. 601.54 Cr Rs. 329.73 Cr Rs. 350.75 Cr Rs. 285.01 Cr India Gross Rs. 740.89 Cr Rs. 716.91 Cr Rs. 398.25 Cr Rs. 420.75 Cr Rs. 337.5 Cr Overseas Rs. 111 Cr Rs. 91 Cr Rs. 171.5 Cr Rs. 123.25 Cr Rs. 180.5 Cr WORLDWIDE Rs. 851.89 Cr Rs. 807.91 Cr Rs. 569.75 Cr Rs. 544 Cr Rs. 518.00 Cr Budget Rs. 125 Cr Rs. 130 Cr Rs. 45 Cr Rs. 280 Cr Rs. 350 Cr Full Report DayWise DayWise DayWise DayWise DayWise

Bollywood

32 days ago

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Top 10 Most Popular Indian Movies of 2025 On IMDb: Bollywood Dominates With Saiyaara, Mahavatar Narsimha, and More

Mumbai, December 10 - 2025 has turned out to be a decent year for Indian cinema, with multiple films across languages dominating the global box office and earning strong ratings on IMDb. From large-scale devotional action dramas to intimate human stories, Indian films showcased incredible variety and star power. Here are the top 10 most popular Indian movies of 2025 on IMDb, which were released between January 1 and November 30, 2025, that have an average IMDb user rating of 6 or higher. These 10 titles were consistently the most popular with IMDb customers, as determined by the actual page views of the more than 250 million monthly visitors to IMDb worldwide. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) 1. Saiyaara (Hindi) Director Mohit Suri's romantic drama that resonated strongly with urban and rural audiences alike, Saiyaara emerged as one of the biggest surprise blockbusters of the year. Driven by compelling performances and chartbuster music, the film managed a long theatrical run and was among the most discussed film topics on social media. Its emotional storytelling made it a major IMDb favourite. 2. Mahavatar Narsimha (Hindi) A devotional action epic rooted in Indian scriptures, Mahavatar Narsimha impressed one and all and paved the way for Indian filmmakers to seriously look into the animation genre. The movie's spiritual tone and technical finesse helped it attract massive audiences into theatres, becoming a path-breaking blockbuster in the animation genre. 3. Chhaava (Hindi) One of the biggest all-India grossers of 2025, Chhaava stunned at the worldwide box office with its extraordinary performance. The historical drama struck a chord with audiences due to its patriotic narrative, high production value, and gripping sequences. On IMDb, the film gained immense praise for its authenticity and detailed character arcs. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) 4. Kantara Chapter 1 (Kannada) Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 is the highest-grossing Indian film of 2025 (so far), proving that prequels can equally be effective as sequels if made with total conviction. Expanding on the universe of the first film, this origin chapter combined folklore, divinity, and breathtaking visuals. Critics and audiences hailed it as a cinematic triumph, making it one of the year's top-rated films on IMDb. 5. Coolie (Tamil) Starring superstar Rajinikanth, Coolie has been one of the most talked-about Indian films of the year due to its scale and powerful collaborations. Even though the film underperformed, the solid performances, action sequences, and whistle-worthy moments made it a 500 crores grosser. The film reaffirmed Rajinikanth's strong pull across regions. 6. Dragon (Tamil) A mid-budget coming-of-age comedy drama, Dragon has been one of the biggest Tamil hits of the year. The film's youthful content, with the growing popularity of actor Pradeep Ranganathan, made Dragon a headline during its release and made it to IMDb's most popular films of the year. 7. Sitaare Zameen Par (Hindi) This emotional sports drama, headlined by superstar Aamir Khan, connected with viewers across age groups. Sitaare Zameen Par explored the relationships of a basketball coach with players with disabilities. Its strong IMDb traction came from word-of-mouth appreciation for the performances and rewarding narrative. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) 8. Deva (Hindi) Despite low box office performance, Shahid Kapoor's action thriller was among the people's chatter. It gained decent visibility on IMDb due to its high-octane sequences, stylish treatment, and Shahid's powerful performance. 9. Raid 2 (Hindi) A sequel to the successful Raid, the film retained the franchise's gritty investigative tone and delivered a gripping storyline full of twists. Raid 2, driven by strong performances and an engaging screenplay, has been among the very few franchise films to become successful. IMDb users especially appreciated its realism and tension-filled narrative structure. 10. Lokah Chapter 1 (Malayalam) Emerging as the biggest Malayalam blockbusters ever, Lokesh Chapter 1 unlocked Malayalam cinema's potential and also got praise for being one of the best superhero films of Indian cinema. It is the only Malayalam film to cross 300 crores globally, underlining Malayalam cinema's growing international presence. .movie-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden; } /* Gradient Header */ .movie-table th { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #6a11cb, #2575fc); color: #fff; padding: 12px; text-align: left; font-size: 15px; } /* Row Gradient */ .movie-table td { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #f7f9ff, #eef3ff); padding: 12px; } .movie-table tr:nth-child(even) td { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #e8edff, #dbe4ff); } /* Clickable Links */ .movie-table a { color: #4a39ff; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; } .movie-table a:hover { text-decoration: underline; } /* Responsive Style */ @media (max-width: 600px) { .movie-table thead { display: none; } .movie-table tr { display: block; margin-bottom: 15px; padding: 10px; background: #fff; border-radius: 10px; box-shadow: 0 0 5px rgba(0,0,0,0.1); } .movie-table td { display: block; text-align: right; padding-left: 50%; position: relative; background: none !important; } .movie-table td::before { content: attr(data-label); position: absolute; left: 10px; font-weight: bold; } } # Movie Language Worldwide Collection 1 Saiyaara Hindi ₹570.25 crore 2 Mahavatar Narsimha Hindi ₹327.00 crore 3 Chhaava Hindi ₹808.00 crore 4 Kantara Chapter 1 Kannada ₹852.00 crore 5 Coolie Tamil ₹518.00 crore 6 Dragon Tamil ₹151.75 crore 7 Sitaare Zameen Par Hindi ₹267.50 crore 8 Deva Hindi ₹56.25 crore 9 Raid 2 Hindi ₹237.50 crore 10 Lokah Chapter 1 Malayalam ₹303.75 crore Overall, the year 2025 showcased the creative diversity of Indian cinema like never before. From Bollywood's dominance and Kannada epic to Tamil mass entertainer and Malayalam's ever-growing stature, audiences embraced films across languages. Stay tuned...

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Prabhas Leads the Pan-India Charge: Meet the Elite Club of South Actors Who Have Conquered the ₹100 Crore Hindi Box Office

The era of pan-Indian cinema is in full swing, and a new elite club of South Indian superstars is rewriting the rules of box office success, particularly in the Hindi-speaking heartland. These actors are not just making their presence felt; they are delivering massive blockbusters, consistently crossing the coveted ₹100 crore nett mark with their Hindi dubbed films. Here's a look at the elite list of South Indian actors who have conquered the Hindi box office by delivering films with over ₹100 crore nett collections, as highlighted in a recent industry breakdown: 1.Prabhas: 6 Films 2.Allu Arjun: 2 Films 3.Jr NTR: 2 Films 4.Yash: 1 Film 5.Ram Charan: 1 Film 6.Rishab Shetty:1 Film 7.Rajinikanth: 1 Film 8.Dhanush:1 Film (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Leading this charge is the undisputed king, Prabhas, who sits comfortably at the top with a staggering six films in this exclusive club. His reign began with the monumental success of the Baahubali franchise. Baahubali: The Beginning was the first South Indian film to cross the ₹100 crore nett mark in its Hindi version, netting an impressive ₹118.50 crore. The sequel, Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, shattered all existing records, amassing a colossal ₹511 crore nett in Hindi alone. Post-Baahubali, Prabhas continued his golden run with Saaho ₹145.67 crore nett, the mythological epic Adipurush ₹147.92 crore nett, the action-packed Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire ₹152.65 crore nett,and the sci-fi epic Kalki 2898 AD that collected ₹293.13 crore nett, further solidifying his unparalleled appeal among Hindi audiences. Following Prabhas, but still demonstrating significant box office clout, are Telugu superstars Allu Arjun and Jr NTR, each with two films that have crossed the ₹100 crore threshold in Hindi. Allu Arjun's metamorphosis into a pan-Indian phenomenon was spearheaded by the sensational Pushpa: The Rise, which raked in ₹106.35 crore with its Hindi version. His latest, Pushpa 2: The Rule, has reportedly earned a staggering ₹812.14 crore from its Hindi version. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The leads of S.S. Rajamouli's magnum opus, Jr. NTR and Ram Charan, both stormed into the ₹100 crore club with the phenomenal success of RRR. The film was a box office behemoth, earning a massive ₹272.78 crore nett in its Hindi version, which marked a grand entry for Ram Charan onto the prestigious list. For Jr. NTR, this was the first of his two centuries; he achieved the feat a second time with his high-profile Bollywood debut in the YRF Spy Universe film, War 2, which collected ₹177.59 crore nett in its Hindi version. Yash: The Kannada superstar became a household name with K.G.F: Chapter 2, which was a box office monster, collecting a remarkable ₹435.33 crore in its Hindi version alone. Rishab Shetty: The surprise package of recent times, his Kannada film Kantara captivated the nation, with its Hindi dubbed version earning an exceptional ₹223.78 crore nett. Rajinikanth: The evergreen superstar made his mark with the sci-fi extravaganza 2.0, which collected an impressive ₹ 188.23 crore nett in Hindi. Dhanush: The versatile actor is the latest entrant to this prestigious list. His romantic drama Tere Ishk Mein has officially crossed the ₹100 crore milestone in India, marking his first century in the Hindi market. This achievement also makes him the second Tamil actor, after the legendary Rajinikanth, to breach this significant box office benchmark in Hindi.

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Top 5 Indian Film Opening Weekend of 2025: Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar Fifth

Mumbai, December 8 - Director Aditya Dhar's spy action thriller Dhurandhar stormed the box office with one of the biggest opening weekends of 2025 for an Indian title. Indian cinema in 2025 has seen some major releases opening to extraordinary numbers, and now, the Ranveer Singh-starrer joins the elite league. Released amid big expectations, Dhurandhar opened to better-than-expected box office numbers, before seeing a major surge on Saturday, followed by an explosive Sunday. Overall, the movie made a mark at the box office, collecting approximately 123.50 crores gross domestically and a strong 34.50 crores overseas for the worldwide opening weekend of 158 crores. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Singh's high-octane A-rated actioner clocked the 5th biggest Indian film and third biggest Bollywood opening weekends of 2025. It also marked the biggest debut for Ranveer Singh and director Aditya Dhar, whose Dhurandhar is the second directorial venture after URI: The Surgical Strike (2019). Among the biggest opening weekends, Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 is certain the finish the year as the number 1; however, superstar Rajinikanth's Coolie dominated the chart in terms of extended weekend with nearly 400 crores worldwide. Top Worldwide Opening Weekend of 2025 Rank Film Opening Weekend (Fri-Sun) Extended Weekend 1 Kantara Chapter 1 ₹ 238.25 crores ₹ 326.00 crore 2 Coolie ₹ 231.50 crores ₹ 385.00 crore 3 War 2 ₹ 185.00 crores ₹ 269.75 crores 4 Chhaava ₹ 164.75 crores — 5 Dhurandhar ₹ 158.00 crores —