Sunit Jangir

Sunit Jangir

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As a Senior Editor at Sacnilk, Sunit Jangir leads our coverage on Indian cinema, box office analytics, and global entertainment trends. Passionate about Cricket, Sunit Jangir is an avid sports lover. He finds inspiration in other people's life stories and try to absorb them. Though introvert by nature, he doesn't feel shy when the topic is cinema and sports, particularly cricket.

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They Call Him OG: Pawan Kalyan's Actioner Faces Setback in Hindi Market
281 days ago
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They Call Him OG: Pawan Kalyan's Actioner Faces Setback in Hindi Market

Mumbai, September 9 - Telugu superstar Pawan Kalyan's gangster action thriller They Call Him OG is one of the most-anticipated films. It is carrying excellent buzz among the fans, especially in Telugu states, where it is expected to open with massive numbers at the box office. While the film's box office potential is unquestionable in the Telugu market, it was widely anticipated to be Pawan Kalyan's breakthrough film in the Hindi market, given the decent buzz surrounding it. The presence of Emraan Hashmi was an advantage, as trade experts had hoped the film would open new doors for the star in the North belt. However, the latest reports suggest that the Hindi release plans have taken a massive setback. According to reports, OG is set to have a limited release in the North belt, as the film will not find a place in multiplex chains. As per industry norms, for any film to secure a multiplex release in Hindi circuits, it must run in theatres for a minimum of eight weeks before heading to streaming. In the case of OG, or for most of the South Indian films, it reportedly has a pre-agreement with an OTT platform for a limited theatrical release, which means the multiplexes are not on board for the Hindi release. Reports say Pawan Kalyan won't be promoting the movie outside the Telugu states. This comes as a major blow to OG's box office prospects in North India. With multiplexes out of the equation, the film is unlikely to find much ground in single screens either. Adding to the challenge, Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi's much-awaited comedy drama Jolly LLB 3 hits theatres just a week before OG, further limiting its chances to make a dent in the Hindi market through mass centres. While They Call Him OG is expected to score big numbers in its home markets, the Hindi release setback will significantly restrict its pan-India potential, which is particularly a disappointing outcome for the fans of Emraan Hashmi, who has a fan following among the youth. Produced by DVV Entertainment, OG also stars Priyanka Arul Mohan as the female lead. Directed by Saaho fame Sujeeth, the film is scheduled to release on September 25 in multiple languages. Stay tuned...

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Sleeper Hit Alert: Mouli Tanuj, Shivani Nagaram's Little Hearts Wins Big at the Box Office
281 days ago
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Sleeper Hit Alert: Mouli Tanuj, Shivani Nagaram's Little Hearts Wins Big at the Box Office

Hyderabad, September 9 - The unpredictability of the box office has struck again as the Telugu film industry has found its latest sleeper hit in Mouli Tanuj and Shivani Nagaram's rom-com Little Hearts. The film, made on a tiny budget of just around 2 crores and featuring relatively unknown faces, has taken the trade by surprise with its strong box office performance. After opening to a good collection of around 2.50 crores worldwide, Little Hearts clocked an impressive 12 crores gross in its first weekend. But the real surprise came on day 4, when the film managed to outgross its opening day, signalling extraordinary audience reception and the strength of positive word of mouth. With its 4-day worldwide gross collection standing at over 15 crores, the film has already recovered multiple times its production cost and is well on its way to becoming a massive blockbuster. Such a trajectory is rare in today's times, especially for a small-budget film without star power or aggressive marketing campaigns. The chemistry between Mouli Tanuj and Shivani Nagaram, coupled with a simple yet heartwarming narrative, has struck a chord with audiences across demographics. With demand only growing, Little Hearts is poised to continue its dream run at the box office, proving once again that good content and strong word of mouth can triumph over big budgets and big names. Stay tuned...

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SSMB29 Buzz: Fans Go Wild as Mahesh Babu's Gen63 Leaks Reveal Unexpected Glimpse of SS Rajamouli's Vision
285 days ago
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SSMB29 Buzz: Fans Go Wild as Mahesh Babu's Gen63 Leaks Reveal Unexpected Glimpse of SS Rajamouli's Vision

Hyderabad, September 5 - Maverick director SS Rajamouli recently shared an update that the first look glimpse of his most ambitious film, reportedly titled Gen63, with superstar Mahesh Babu will be unveiled in November this year. The update excited fans who had been waiting for a first look at the superstar in his biggest film yet. Ahead of the official release, Mahesh Babu's on-set pic has been leaked online, and this has set the internet on fire. The leaked image shows Babu in a rugged avatar, dressed in earthy-toned clothing as the star appears battle-worn, hinting at the film's adventurous theme. SSMB29 is currently being shot in Kenya, where 95% of the total African schedules of the movie will take place. The backdrop of vast grasslands in the leaked pic amid the presence of crew further reinforces reports that Rajamouli is crafting a globetrotting action-adventure saga. While neither the makers nor the actors have officially commented on the leaks, fans have already begun speculating about the storyline. Many are calling it Mahesh Babu's most daring role yet, with some even comparing the visual tone to Hollywood-style adventure dramas. Gen63, as has already been revealed, is an action-adventure film deeply rooted in the epic Ramayana, with science fiction elements. It is reportedly set in the ancient holy city of Kashi, which is revered for its historical and cultural significance. The movie will see Mahesh Babu reportedly donning multiple looks that reflect his character's evolution, while Priyanka Chopra, who plays the female lead, is said to be playing an intrepid explorer. Malayalam star Prithviraj Sukumaran plays the role of the antagonist in this globe-trotting film, which is gearing up for a 2027 global release. Stay tuned...

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Pawan Kalyan's OG Creates History in North America Pre-Sales 3 Weeks Ahead of Release
287 days ago
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Pawan Kalyan's OG Creates History in North America Pre-Sales 3 Weeks Ahead of Release

Los Angeles, September 3 - Power Star Pawan Kalyan's highly-awaited gangster action thriller They Call Him OG is creating havoc at the North American box office even before its theatrical debut. There are still 3 weeks to go before the release of the film, and it has already achieved a remarkable milestone in the North American market. Directed by Sujeeth, OG has crossed $1 million pre-sales gross collection for the North America premiere, which is on September 24, and what makes this feat even more special is that it has become the fastest Telugu film to breach the $1 million mark, according to the official update by the makers. This underscores the massive anticipation surrounding the film. With still three weeks to go before release, trade experts are confident that the film will scale much bigger numbers in the coming days, setting the stage for one of the biggest premiere days for an Indian title in North America. The unprecedented craze can be attributed to Pawan Kalyan's unmatched fan following overseas, coupled with the film’s high-octane teasers and aggressive promotional campaign. The movie is being released by Prathyangira Cinemas in North America, and it has sold over 32,000 tickets as the distributors are witnessing strong demand across multiple locations, ensuring packed houses for premiere shows. OG is touted as a stylish gangster action drama with a global backdrop. The film is backed by DVV Entertainment, the banner behind RRR, further adding weight to its box office expectations. With pre-sales momentum this strong, the industry and trade are buzzing with confidence that OG could be a big blockbuster in NA. Stay tuned...

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SSMB29 Buzz: Mystery Deepens Over Rajamouli's Next Globetrotter With Mahesh Babu and Priyanka Chopra As Ambitious Release Plans Revealed
287 days ago
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SSMB29 Buzz: Mystery Deepens Over Rajamouli's Next Globetrotter With Mahesh Babu and Priyanka Chopra As Ambitious Release Plans Revealed

Hyderabad, September 3 - Maverick director SS Rajamouli's action adventure film with Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu and desi girl Priyanka Chopra, is creating frenzy among the fans over the last few days after the much-awaited update about the first look teaser was announced along with international shoot plans. It is known to all that SS Rajamouli has chosen Kenya as the primary shooting destination, where nearly 95% of the African scenes of SSMB29 are being shot. As the shoot is progressing at a brisk pace, SS Rajamouli, along with producer KL Narayana, met with Musalia W Mudavadi, who is the Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign & Diaspora Affairs of the Republic of Kenya. On Tuesday (September 2), Minister Mudavadi shared a social media post, welcoming the team of SSMB29 and also revealed some details regarding the ambitious release plans of the film, which has reportedly been titled Gen63 and is set against the backdrop of the divine ancient city of Kashi. Kenya this past fortnight became the stage for one of the world’s greatest filmmakers, @ssrajamouli, the visionary Indian director, screenwriter, and storyteller whose works have captured the imagination of audiences across continents. Rajamouli, with a career spanning over two… pic.twitter.com/T1xCGVXQ64— Musalia W Mudavadi (@MusaliaMudavadi) September 2, 2025 It has been revealed that Gen63 will be released in over 120 countries globally, marking it the widest release ever for an Indian title. The minister also said in his post that the film is looking to reach over a billion people worldwide, which would be something out of the world if the makers pulled this off. Apart from the ambitious release plans, Minister Mudavadi also revealed that Gen63 is a 2-part epic saga, and now, that is something which is creating confusion. Time and again, there have been rumours about the plans to release the film in multiple parts, but the reliable Telugu media portals have confirmed that it will be a single-part film, not a franchise. The confusion persists, especially after the revelation by a foreign minister, as the makers haven't made any official statement yet regarding the same. Irrespective of how many parts of Gen63 will be there, the film is expected to take Indian cinema to new heights in terms of scale, budget, and box office performance. Touted as the globetrotter, it is said to be the biggest Asian project with a budget of over 1000 crores. The first look teaser of the movie will be released in November this year, and the plans are to release the movie in the first half of 2027 in multiple languages worldwide. Stay tuned...

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Dragon Buzz: Director Prashanth Neel Aims For History Beyond KGF and Salaar With Jr. NTR's Film
291 days ago
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Dragon Buzz: Director Prashanth Neel Aims For History Beyond KGF and Salaar With Jr. NTR's Film

Hyderabad, August 30 - Director Prashanth Neel is looking to rewrite history with his upcoming film, tentatively titled Dragon with Telugu superstar Jr. NTR. The maverick filmmaker has delivered three back-to-back blockbusters in the KGF films and Salaar, but he aims to take his game to the next level with Dragon. There is no doubt NTR-Neel is among the biggest Indian films in the making, and if the reports are anything to go by, it could become Neel's biggest blockbuster yet. According to a recent report in Hindustan Times, "Prashanth Neel’s next with Jr NTR is his most ambitious and biggest project yet; even bigger than his pan-India blockbusters like KGF and Salaar." Dragon, which is said to be a unique script that hasn't been seen in Indian cinema before, is believed to be a film Neel has dreamt of making from the very beginning, and he found his favourite actor, Jr NTR, to headline this mega movie. The film is being produced by Mythri Movie Makers and NTR Arts, and it is said that there are no budget constraints to mount to film on a scale the filmmaker wants. He is reportedly happy with the way the film is shaping up, as it is progressing beyond what he had even imagined. Dragon has been announced for a June 2026 release worldwide in multiple languages. The first look announcement had been planned for Jr NTR's birthday in May, but it was postponed to make way for NTR's Bollywood debut, War 2, which was released on August 14. Stay tuned...

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Highest-Grossing (500 Crore) South Indian Films At The Worldwide Box Office: Rajinikanth's Coolie Joins Elite List at No. 11
292 days ago
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Highest-Grossing (500 Crore) South Indian Films At The Worldwide Box Office: Rajinikanth's Coolie Joins Elite List at No. 11

Chennai, August 29 - Superstar Rajinikanth led his gangster action drama Coolie crawl past the 500 crores mark at the worldwide box office, making it only the 4th Tamil film ever to achieve the milestone. The movie had to battle its way to reach the coveted box office mark, despite the record start. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, Coolie joins Rajinikanth's own blockbusters - 2 Point 0 and Jailer, along with Thalapathy Vijay's Leo - to emerge as the 4th Tamil title to make its way into the 500 crores club globally. 2 Point 0 remains the biggest grosser with around 700 crores, as Coolie set to finish at 4, behind Jailer (605 crores), and Leo (606 crores). While Coolie brings in the lures for Tamil cinema, it also expands the South Indian cinema's 500 crores club grossers list to 11. This has been dominated by the Telugu film industry with 6 titles in the list, while Kannada has one in the form of Yash-fronted KGF: Chapter 2. SS Rajamouli's groundbreaking blockbuster, Baahubali 2 (2017), remains the biggest South Indian grosser at the worldwide box office with close to 1800 crores gross. It was also the first South Indian blockbuster to become the 1000 crores gross, while its predecessor, Baahubali - The Beginning, was the first to breach the milestone of 500 crores gross in 2015. Overall, Coolie is the 27th Indian film of all time to reach the landmark of 500 crores gross worldwide. The list is dominated by Bollywood with 16 titles, including Aamir Khan's sports drama Dangal, which is the highest-grossing Indian film ever with over 2000 crores collection. Here Are The 500 Crore South Indian Grosser At The Worldwide Box Office (Est.)RankFilm TitleOriginal LanguageTotal WW GBOC1.Baahubali 2 The Conclusion (2017)Telugu₹ 1788.00 Cr2.Pushpa: The Rule - Part 2 (2024)Telugu₹ 1742.00 Cr3.RRR (2022)Telugu₹ 1230.00 Cr4.KGF Chapter 2 (2022)Kannada₹ 1215.00 Cr.5.Kalki 2898 AD (2024)Telugu₹ 1042.25 Cr6.2.0 (2018)Tamil₹ 691.00 Cr7.Baahubali (2015)Telugu₹ 650.00 Cr8.Salaar: Cease Fire - Part 1 (2023)Telugu₹ 617.75 Cr9.Leo (2023)Tamil₹ 605.90 Cr10.Jailer (2023)Tamil₹ 604.50 Cr11.Coolie (2025)Tamil₹ 500.25 Cr**Note: Data as of August 29, 2025 Stay tuned...

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They Call Him OG North America Premiere Advance Booking: Pawan Kalyan's Comeback Storm Begins With Bang
292 days ago
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They Call Him OG North America Premiere Advance Booking: Pawan Kalyan's Comeback Storm Begins With Bang

Los Angeles, August 29 - After the dismal performance of Hari Hara Veera Mallu, the power star Pawan Kalyan is ready to bounce back with a bang. The Telugu superstar has begun showcasing his raw stardom with one of his most highly anticipated films in recent times, They Call Him OG, in advance bookings at the North American box office. Directed by Sujeeth, the gangster action thriller is still nearly 4 weeks away from hitting the big screens, but the pre-sales are already breathing fire as far as the North America premiere is concerned. The pre-sales of OG began on August 27 in NA, and in no time, it has crossed $500K already for the premiere, which is on September 24. During the first hour of pre-sales opening, OG saw record-breaking response, with four shows at Cinemark Dallas selling out in minutes. Seeing the response, 35 premiere shows have already been scheduled at one of the top-grossing Cinemark theatres in Dallas, by distributor Prathyangira Cinemas. The pre-sales exploded as more locations opened the booking, and as per Venky Box Office, it has crossed $500K from nearly 1125 shows over 300 locations and sold over 17,000 tickets. OG is the fastest Telugu title to achieve $500K pre-sales in North America. Prathyangira Cinemas has kept ticket prices as high as $25-$30, as fans fuel a potential blockbuster. Going by the initial trend, OG will be eyeing one of the biggest premiere days in North America for a Telugu film. Trade anticipates that the film might cross $2 million premiere gross, which will be the highest for a Pawan Kalyan-starrer. OG stars Pawan Kalyan in the title role of Ojas Gambheera alongside Emraan Hashmi as Omi Bhau (in his Telugu film debut), and Priyanka Mohan as the female lead. The film revolves around a ruthless don named Ojas Gambheera "OG" who returns to Mumbai following his ten-year disappearance, to reclaim his empire and exact vengeance on the current tyrant, Omi Bhau. It is scheduled to hit the big screen on September 25 in multiple languages. Stay tuned...

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Teja Sajja's Superhero Saga Mirai Secures Biggest Names for Nationwide Release
293 days ago
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Teja Sajja's Superhero Saga Mirai Secures Biggest Names for Nationwide Release

Hyderabad, August 28 - After the big blockbuster success of Hanu-Man, actor Teja Sajja's much-awaited pan-India sci-fi superhero film Mirai is gearing up for a massive release across multiple languages. Directed by Karthik Gattamneni, the film is scheduled for a September 12 debut. To ensure the film reaches a wide audience, the makers have partnered with some of the country's largest distribution companies across major languages. This shows that the team is confident in the content, for which they don't want to miss the opportunity to get a proper release nationwide. Hindi – Dharma Productions, one of Bollywood's leading production and distribution companies, will present the film in the North Indian belt. Tamil – AGS Cinemas, a well-established name in Tamil Nadu, will take charge of distribution in the Tamil market. Kannada – The collaboration of Hombale Films, the powerhouse behind KGF and Salaar, along with VK Films, will handle the release in Karnataka. Malayalam – Sree Gokulam Movies, known for distributing some of the biggest blockbusters in Kerala, has bagged the rights for the Malayalam version. The film is produced by People Media Factory, and with such strong names backing it in every major region, Mirai is set for a wide and powerful release, marking another milestone for Teja Sajja after the success of Hanu-Man. If the content matches the hype, the upcoming film could become another big blockbuster for the young actor. Stay tuned...

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Pawan Kalyan's OG Roars in North America as Advance Booking Kicks Off
294 days ago
Tollywood

Pawan Kalyan's OG Roars in North America as Advance Booking Kicks Off

Los Angeles, August 27 - superstar Pawan Kalyan's gangster action thriller They Call Him OG, has begun its rampage in the advance booking as it is generating explosive buzz in the US ahead of its September 25, 2025, release. Featuring Kalyan as a vengeful mob boss alongside Emraan Hashmi and Priyanka Arulmohan, the Telugu-language film has its premiere on September 24. Directed by Sujeeth, the OG pre-sales opened on August 27 for the North America premiere, by distributor Prathyangira Cinemas, and the initial response is explosive. It has seen record-breaking advance ticket sales, with four shows at Cinemark Dallas selling out in minutes. Seeing the response, 35 premiere shows have already been scheduled at one of the top-grossing Cinemark theatres in Dallas. Trade analyst reports that only a few pan-India movies were allocated this many shows in Cinemark. Distributors expanded to Canada, pricing tickets at $25-$30, as fans fuel a potential blockbuster rivalling hits like Kalki 2898 AD, highlighting Telugu cinema's growing global appeal. Going by the initial trend, OG will be eyeing one of the biggest premiere days in North America. Trade anticipates that the film might cross $2 million premiere gross, which will be the highest for a Pawan Kalyan-starrer. Currently, there are six Telugu movies (Baahubali 2, Salaar, Devara, Pushpa 2, RRR, Kalki 2898 AD) which grossed over $2 million on their premiere in NA, and OG will be hoping to join. OG stars Pawan Kalyan in the title role of Ojas Gambheera alongside Emraan Hashmi as Omi Bhau (in his Telugu film debut), and Priyanka Mohan as the female lead. The film revolves around a ruthless don named Ojas Gambheera "OG" who returns to Mumbai following his ten-year disappearance, to reclaim his empire and exact vengeance on the current tyrant, Omi Bhau. Stay tuned...

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Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG: Theatrical Business Sets Huge Breakeven Challenge
296 days ago
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Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG: Theatrical Business Sets Huge Breakeven Challenge

Hyderabad, September 20 - Saaho director Sujeeth's maiden collaboration They Call Him OG with superstar Pawan Kalyan is creating a stir among the fans and trade alike, ahead of its September 25 release. No doubt is the most hyped movie of PK in recent times, and one of the most anticipated Telugu movies of the year. OG, which is a gangster action thriller film, has been in a hot demand in the trade for its theatrical deals. While the theatrical business is yet to be locked, the negotiations have already started. According to the Telugu media reports, the Telugu states' business of OG is reportedly locked at 155+ crores. It is said that Nizam's rights are sold at over 55 crores, while Andhra's are 80 crores, and Ceeded is 22 crores. Including rest of India and overseas rights, the theatrical business of OG is expected to be over 165 crores share, which is higher than the highest-grossing film of Pawan Kalyan. As said, OG will have a huge task in hand, as it will require to gross minimum of 300 crores at the worldwide box office to achieve the break-even target. The film is produced by DVV Entertainment, which also backed SS Rajamouli's blockbuster RRR. OG stars Pawan Kalyan in the title role of Ojas Gambheera alongside Emraan Hashmi as Omi Bhau (in his Telugu film debut), and Priyanka Mohan as the female lead. The film revolves around a ruthless don named Ojas Gambheera "OG" who returns to Mumbai following his ten-year disappearance, to reclaim his empire and exact vengeance on the current tyrant, Omi Bhau. The movie is scheduled to release on September 25 in Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, Kannada, and Tamil languages. Stay tuned...

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Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG: All You Need to Know About Runtime and Story Details
296 days ago
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Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG: All You Need to Know About Runtime and Story Details

Hyderabad, August 25 - Powerstar Pawan Kalyan is hoping to conquer the box office with his upcoming gangster action thriller film The Call Him OG, directed by Saaho fame Sujeeth, after facing a major setback with the recently released period action drama Hari Hara Veera Mallu. Produced by DVV Entertainment, OG is undoubtedly the most hyped film of Pawan Kalyan in the last many years, and the makers are doing to good thing by keeping the buzz alive with regular updates. As the movie is nearing its release, its theatrical runtime and plot details have been revealed, which is exciting the fans. In one of the theatres in the US, where advance booking of OG will commence on August 29, the film has been listed with 2 hours and 35 minutes (155 minutes) of theatrical runtime. If this is the final runtime, it is perfect for an action thriller, which requires fast-paced narration to remain engaging. Apart from the theatrical runtime, OG's plot details were also reportedly revealed, which hints at the high-octane action, filled with vengeance. "After vanishing from Mumbai's underworld for a decade, mob boss Ojas Gambheera resurfaces—feared, unstoppable, and with a single goal: to reclaim his empire and exact vengeance on the current tyrant, Omi Bhau. As loyalties fracture and alliances shift, OG reignites a brutal criminal war, confronting both external threats and haunting buried betrayals", the viral plot reveals. OG stars Pawan Kalyan in the title role of Ojas Gambheera alongside Emraan Hashmi as Omi Bhau (in his Telugu film debut), and Priyanka Mohan as the female lead. The music is composed by Thaman S, while cinematography is handled by Ravi K. Chandran and Manoj Paramahamsa, and editing is by Naveen Nooli. The film is scheduled to release on September 25 in multiple languages. Stay tuned...

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