Vir Das’s comedy‑drama “Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos” has struggled to keep its momentum on the first Tuesday of its theatrical run, pulling in a modest ₹0.27 crore on Day 5 and bringing the total collection to ₹5.07 crore. The Aamir Khan‑produced film, which opened on Friday, 16 January 2026, has seen a sharp decline in footfall, with an overall Hindi occupancy of just 8.83 % on Tuesday, 20 January. The numbers suggest that the film is fighting for survival in a crowded market where big‑budget blockbusters and streaming releases are vying for audience attention. Background / Context “Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos” marks Vir Das’s first foray into…
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In a remarkable display of box‑office stamina, the spy‑action thriller Dhurandhar is inching closer to the coveted Rs 1,300 crore milestone after 47 days of theatrical run, with the latest figures showing a steady collection of around Rs 1.50 crore on Tuesday. The film, starring Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna, has defied the typical mid‑week slump, maintaining a robust trajectory that keeps it ahead of a crowded field of releases. Background/Context Released on 27 November 2025, Dhurandhar entered the market with high expectations, riding on the star power of Ranveer Singh and the seasoned presence of Akshaye Khanna. The film’s premise—a high‑stakes espionage narrative set against…
Prabhas’s highly anticipated fantasy‑horror comedy Raja Saab has crashed at the box office, falling below Rs 1 crore on its twelfth day, a stark contrast to the Rs 100.60 crore opening it enjoyed. Background and Context Released on 9 January 2026, just before the Pongal and Sankranti holidays, Raja Saab box office numbers were initially buoyed by a massive pre‑release buzz. The film, directed by Maruthi and featuring a star‑packed cast that includes Sanjay Dutt, Boman Irani, Nidhhi Agerwal, Malavika Mohanan, Riddhi Kumar and Zarina Wahab, opened to a worldwide collection of Rs 100.60 crore on day one, with India alone netting Rs 62.90 crore (including Rs 9.15 crore from paid…
Sivakarthikeyan’s latest venture, Parasakthi, is inching closer to the coveted Rs 50 crore club, collecting a net total of ₹49.76 crore in its first 11 days. Despite a sharp slowdown in daily takings, the film’s steady, albeit modest, performance keeps it on the brink of a milestone that could cement its status as a commercial success. Background / Context Released on the Pongal weekend, Parasakthi was positioned to compete with Vijay’s Jana Nayagan, a clash that drew significant media attention. The film’s director, Sudha Kongara, has openly praised Vijay, stating, “I love Vijay. I am probably his biggest fan.” This public admiration, coupled…
Raja Saab box office takes a dramatic tumble as the Prabhas‑starrer records a meager Rs 73 lakh on its 12th day, a stark contrast to the Rs 100.60 crore opening that promised a blockbuster. The fantasy‑horror comedy, released on January 9 ahead of Pongal and Sankranti, saw its momentum evaporate within two weeks, leaving distributors and fans questioning the film’s long‑term viability. Background and Context “Raja Saab” was marketed as a high‑budget, pan‑India spectacle, with a star cast that included Sanjay Dutt, Boman Irani, and Nidhhi Agerwal alongside Prabhas. Directed by Maruthi, the film promised a blend of fantasy, horror,…
AR Rahman sparks controversy over communal remarks; Anup Jalota urges him to reconvert to Hinduism In a startling turn of events, Oscar‑winning composer A.R. Rahman has ignited a firestorm across the Indian film industry after suggesting that recent political shifts may have impacted his relationship with Hindi cinema. The remarks, which many have labeled as “communal,” have drawn sharp criticism from prominent filmmakers, singers, and critics alike. Adding fuel to the blaze, legendary devotional singer Anup Jalota publicly advised Rahman to “convert back to Hinduism” to regain opportunities, a statement that has further polarized audiences and industry insiders. Background /…
Ram Gopal Varma (RGV) has sparked a fresh wave of controversy by claiming that the Oscar‑winning anthem “Jai Ho” was not composed by the legendary A.R. Rahman but by singer‑composer Sukhwinder Singh, who allegedly received a Rs 5 lakhs payment for the track. The claim has been met with a swift rebuttal from Sukhwinder, who insists he only performed the song and did not write it. The dispute has reignited debates over authorship, credit, and royalty distribution in Bollywood’s music industry. Background and Context “Jai Ho,” the triumphant refrain that accompanied the 2008 film Slumdog Millionaire, earned A.R. Rahman an Academy Award for Best Original Song. The track’s global success…
Ahan Shetty, the son of Bollywood veteran Suniel Shetty, has publicly declared that veteran actor Sunny Deol is a “father figure” to him as the duo gears up for the release of Border 2. The statement, made ahead of the film’s January 23 theatrical debut, has sparked buzz across the industry and among fans, underscoring the intergenerational ties that shape Bollywood’s star system. Background / Context When Border 2 was announced, the film’s pedigree was already a headline: it’s a sequel to the 1997 war classic that starred Sunny Deol, Anil Kapoor and Amrish Puri. The new installment, directed by Anurag Singh and produced by…
In a candid interview with GQ last month, Oscar‑winning actor Ben Affleck said, “People expect a storybook explanation; the truth is, relationships are messy.” The remark, which has already sparked debate across social media, comes amid a renewed focus on the Hollywood star’s high‑profile love life and the broader conversation about celebrity relationships in the age of instant scrutiny. Background / Context Ben Affleck’s career has spanned three decades, from his breakout role in Good Will Hunting to his recent directorial ventures. Yet, his personal life has been a constant source of public fascination. The actor’s relationship with singer‑actress Jennifer…
Fans of BTS’s charismatic vocalist Taehyung, known as V, were left stunned and amused when a clip featuring the idol kissing an animated frog went viral on Tuesday, sparking a wave of memes and comments across social media. The clip, which many are calling V’s first on‑screen kiss, has become a talking point for the group’s Army and has already generated millions of views in less than 48 hours. Background / Context V first stepped into the spotlight as an actor in the 2016 K‑drama Hwarang, but his screen appearances have been sporadic since then. While the group’s members have…