Parasakthi has hit a steep decline on its 13th day at the box office, pulling in a mere ₹33 lakhs in India net and bringing its total collection to ₹50.98 crore. The Tamil star Sivakarthikeyan’s social‑impact drama, which opened on 10 January, has seen its occupancy in Tamil Nadu drop to 13.14 percent, a sharp fall from the 20‑plus percent seen in the opening week. Background / Context Released on 10 January, Parasakthi was marketed as a bold, thought‑provoking film tackling social issues. The film’s narrative, directed by Sudha Kongara, promised a mix of drama and political commentary, a departure from Sivakarthikeyan’s usual commercial fare.…
Author: Horseshoe Shipston
Border 2 is set to dominate the Republic Day weekend, with advance ticket sales already surpassing the Rs 12.45 crore mark on its opening day. The JP Dutta‑directed war saga, starring Sunny Deol, has booked 4.07 lakh seats across 16,221 shows, positioning it to cross the Rs 20 crore threshold before the first day’s theatrical run even begins. Background/Context In a crowded Bollywood calendar, Border 2 box office figures are a barometer of audience appetite for patriotic cinema. The film, a sequel to the 1997 blockbuster Border, arrives at a time when Indian audiences are eager for high‑stakes storytelling that…
Border 2 is set to dominate the Republic Day weekend, with early reports indicating the Sunny Deol starrer could cross the Rs 20 crore mark on its opening day. Advance ticket sales have already surpassed Rs 12 crore, and the film is playing in over 16,000 shows across India, positioning it as a potential blockbuster that could rival the 2023 hit Gadar 2. Background/Context The much‑anticipated sequel to JP Dutta’s 1997 war classic Border arrives at a time when patriotic cinema enjoys a surge in popularity. With the Republic Day celebrations drawing crowds to theatres, Border 2 box office figures…
Chatha Pacha opens strong: Roshan Mathew & Arjun Ashokan earn Rs 3.30 Cr on Day 1 Background / Context Malayalam cinema has seen a surge of action‑driven narratives in recent months, and the latest entrant, Chatha Pacha: The Ring of Rowdies, is no exception. Directed by Adwaith Nayar, the film stars Roshan Mathew and Arjun Ashokan as rival wrestlers whose rivalry escalates into a full‑blown rowdy spectacle. With a production budget of approximately Rs 12 Cr, the film was released on Thursday, 22 January 2026, across 1,200 screens in Kerala and select multiplexes in major metros. The buzz surrounding the film was amplified by a high‑profile…
On Thursday, the wrestling‑themed Malayalam blockbuster Chatha Pacha opened to a respectable ₹3.30 crore net, marking a solid start for the film starring Roshan Mathew and Arjun Ashokan. The opening day figures, released by the Sacnilk website, show a steady rise in occupancy, especially during night shows, indicating growing audience interest in the high‑octane action drama. Background/Context Released on 22 January 2026, Chatha Pacha is directed by Adwaith Nayar and centers on the gritty world of wrestling and rowdyism in Kerala. The film’s premise—combining raw physicality with a narrative about ambition and redemption—has drawn comparisons to international sports dramas, and the marketing campaign has targeted both…
Ahan Shetty has ignited a fresh wave of excitement for the upcoming war drama Border 2 by posting a series of behind‑the‑scenes images on Instagram. The star’s latest Border 2 BTS photos feature him in action poses alongside co‑stars Varun Dhawan and Diljit Dosanjh, giving fans a rare glimpse of the camaraderie and intensity that will unfold on screen. With the film slated for a January 23 release, the buzz is already turning into a full‑blown hype machine. Background / Context Released in 1971, the original Border became a cult classic, celebrated for its gritty realism and patriotic fervor. Directed…
Sunny Deol’s long‑awaited sequel Border 2 is set to open in India on Friday, but a looming Gulf ban threatens to curtail its international earnings. The war drama, touted as the successor to J.P. Dutta’s 1997 blockbuster Border, is reportedly barred from theatrical release in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, following a similar fate that befell Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar a month earlier. Background and Context In the past year, Bollywood has seen a growing trend of films facing censorship hurdles in the Gulf region. Dhurandhar, released in January 2026, was denied clearance in several GCC states due to its…
Vanna White and John Donaldson tie the knot after 13 years in a private ceremony. The iconic “Wheel of Fortune” host and her longtime partner surprised fans on January 22, 2026, when White posted a series of photos and a heartfelt caption announcing that they had officially married in a secluded, intimate setting. The couple, who have been together since 2012, chose a low‑profile celebration over a televised event, marking a new chapter in their personal lives while keeping the spotlight on their love rather than the ceremony itself. Background/Context Vanna White, known worldwide for her graceful presence on the…
In a blockbuster showdown that has Hollywood buzzing, the highly anticipated Avengers: Doomsday will not hit IMAX screens on its December 18 release, while Dune: Part Three locks the premium format for a full three weeks. The clash, dubbed “Dunesday” by the stars, pits Marvel’s next chapter against Denis Villeneuve’s epic finale, but the IMAX arena will be exclusively reserved for the sci‑fi saga. Background/Context The decision to exclude Avengers Doomsday from IMAX comes after Warner Bros. secured a three‑week exclusive window for Dune: Part Three in the high‑definition format. The move follows a trend where studios lock premium screens to…
Riya Shibu, the breakout star of Malayalam hit Sarvam Maya, has shared the life‑changing advice she received from her co‑stars Nivin Pauly and Aju Varghese, as the film continues to dominate screens and box‑office charts. The actress, who plays a ghost with uncanny charm, says the guidance helped her navigate the sudden surge of fame and keep her grounded. Background / Context Released on December 25, Sarvam Maya has already completed 28 days in theatres, raking in close to ₹150 crore worldwide. Directed by Akhil Sathyan, the story follows a priest, Prabhendu, and an unconventional ghost, with Riya Shibu, Nivin Pauly,…