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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Ram Pothineni's Pan India Movie 'Skanda' With Director Boyapati Sreenu Release Date Postponed
1019 days ago
Tollywood

Ram Pothineni's Pan India Movie 'Skanda' With Director Boyapati Sreenu Release Date Postponed

Hyderabad, September 6 - Telugu star Ram Pothineni's maiden Pan India movie, Skanda with director Boyapati Sreenu has been postponed from September 15 release date. ## The action drama film, which also stars Sreeleea and Saiee Manjrekar in the female lead roles, will now be hitting worldwide cinemas on September 28, 2023. The decision to postpone the movie to September 28 has been taken after Prabhas-fronted "Salaar Part One - Ceasefire" no longer releasing on this date.## "Skanda" will have a solo big release in Telugu with a very good long weekend ahead of it. Ravi Teja's highly-anticipated "Tiger Nageswara Rao" was rumoured to prepone to September 28, but the latest confirmation is that it will release on its originally scheduled October 20, 2023.## Produced by Srinivasaa Silver Screen in association with Zee Studios, "Skanda" is carrying very good buzz among the Telugu audiences which should help to open with bang at the box office. It marks the maiden collaboration between Ram and director Boyapati, whose last directorial "Akhanda" was a massive blockbuster.## The film has the music by S. Thaman, and it will release in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada, languages.## #SKANDA Yaatttaaa on 28-SEP-2023 pic.twitter.com/QBaZ8lVuI8— RAm POthineni (@ramsayz) September 6, 2023 ## Stay tuned...

Prabhas' 'Salaar Part 1 - Ceasefire' New Release Date Locked
1024 days ago
Tollywood

Prabhas' 'Salaar Part 1 - Ceasefire' New Release Date Locked

Hyderabad, September 1 - Superstar Prabhas' long-awaited Pan India movie "Salaar Part 1 - Ceasefire" has been postponed from its originally announced September 28, 2023, release date. It is said that the post-production work needs some more time as well as makers reportedly wants to add an item number which will be shot later. ## Producer Hombale Films hasn't made the news about postponement official yet but multiple reliable industry sources have confirmed that development. It was also reported that the makers eyeing December 2023 or Sankranthi 2024, release date, but now, it has been revealed that the movie is getting ready to release in November this year.## According to veteran trade expert and critic, Taran Adarsh, Hombale Films will bring the movie in November 2023, and the exact date will be announced shortly. There are rumours about Christmas release, but that is highly unlikely considering that December is already packed with multiple big films.## #BreakingNews…PRABHAS: ‘SALAAR’ TO ARRIVE IN NOV… #Salaar is NOT arriving on 28 Sept 2023, it’s OFFICIAL now… The post-production work of this #Prabhas starrer is going on in full swing… #HombaleFilms - the producers - are bringing the film in Nov 2023… New release date… pic.twitter.com/SbOLGSobz5— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) September 2, 2023 ## "Salaar" is directed by Prashanth Neel and produced by Hombale Films. It is director Neel's first movie since mega blockbuster "KGF: Chapter 2" last year. The film stars Prabhas in the title role alongside Prithivraj Sukumaran, Shruti Haasan, Jagapathi Babu, and Tinnu Anand, among others.## Stay tuned...

Buzz: Prabhas-Fronted 'Salaar' Release Date Postponed
1024 days ago
Tollywood

Buzz: Prabhas-Fronted 'Salaar' Release Date Postponed

Hyderabad, September 1 - Director Prashanth Neel's action drama "Salaar Part 1 - Ceasefire" starring superstar Prabhas is one of the highly-awaited Pan India movies, announced to release on September 28, 2023. However, according to the latest buzz, the movie has been postponed and won't be released on the current scheduled date.## According to the latest reports, the makers are informing distributors about the postponement of the movie. The official confirmation from producer Hombale Films is yet to be made but it is said that the team in planning to release the movie in December this year.## The reason about the postponement is not know exactly yet but rumours making rounds that the makers want to include an item song with a top actress, but due to the knee injury of Prabhas, the shoot will take place later. The official announcement regarding the new date is expected to be made shortly. ## "Salaar Part 1 - Ceasefire" is director Prashanth Neel's first movie since mega blockbuster "KGF: Chapter 2" last year. It is produced by Hombale Films, and stars Prabhas in the title role alongside Prithivraj Sukumaran, Shruti Haasan, Jagapathi Babu, and Tinnu Anand, among others.## Stay tuned...

Vijay Deverakonda and Samantha Ruth Prabhu's 'Kushi' Gets Positive Reception From Early Shows
1024 days ago
Tollywood

Vijay Deverakonda and Samantha Ruth Prabhu's 'Kushi' Gets Positive Reception From Early Shows

Hyderabad, September 1 - Vijay Deverakonda and Samantha Ruth Prabhu, who both had forgettable las outings in the form of "Liger" and "Shaakuntlam" respectively, seem to have back in the game with their maiden collaboration together as a lead pair, Kushi. ## The romantic-comedy drama film, directed by Shiva Nirvana, has been released in cinemas worldwide today (September 1), and unlike both VD and Samantha's last movies, "Kushi" is getting positive reception from the audiences in the early shows.## Produced by Mythri Movie Makers, "Kushi" is being lauded as a fresh rom-com after a gap in Tollywood cinema. The chemistry of VD and Samantha seem to have worked wonders while the direction by Shiva Nirvana is also good with some minor glitches, as per reviews.## Have a look at some of the reviews from USA premiere and early shows - ## #Kushi Review A well-crafted family entertainer, "KUSHI" stands out as an engaging and refined film. Shiva Nirvana rightly presents a narrative that entertains throughout. A fresh entertainer after months 👏 Rating: 3.5/5 #BlockbusterKushi pic.twitter.com/dQx2iJdEpT— D P V E U (@DPVEU_) September 1, 2023 ## #Kushi Overall A Clean Rom-Com that is simple yet entertaining for the most part! Though the film has a regular story and feels lengthy at times, the entertainment in the film works and the emotional quotient in the last 30 minutes works well. Barring a few hiccups here and…— Venky Reviews (@venkyreviews) August 31, 2023 ## #KUSHI - Fun & emotions in the second half, especially the last 30 mins worked in favour of the film. Family audiences will like the film big time. HIT CINEMA!!Detailed review follows.— Aakashavaani (@TheAakashavaani) September 1, 2023 ## #Kushi Thyview Rating : 2.75/5#Kushi straddles the line between potential and execution. The initial segment languishes in tepid romantic tropes, struggling to find its wings until the melodies of the second song beckon the plot forward. The latter half, while superior, still…— Thyview (@Thyview) September 1, 2023 ## #Kushi (Telugu|2023) - THEATRE.VD - Sam Pair look nice, Neat Perf. Supporting actors gud. Songs r superb. Humour scenes r ok. Outdated Story & Cliched Scenes. Lazy Writing; Lacks Emotions. No Strong conflict in 2nd hlf. Gud Climax. Lengthy, Entertaining only at parts. AVERAGE! pic.twitter.com/gxJHTAfJy9— CK Review (@CKReview1) September 1, 2023 ## #Kushi is a decent passable rom-com. Lags in the 2nd half, but has its moments too! VD & Sam chemistry bagundi. 3/5— R R (@RacchaRidhvik) August 31, 2023 ## #Kushi First Half Report : Vijay & Sam performances ❤️Songs 😍👌Comedy 😁Lag 😉Family 👪Okeyish interval 🤷‍♂️Decent 1st half let's wait for second half.....#VijayDevarakonda #Samantha #Kushireview— Filmy Bowl (@FilmyBowl) September 1, 2023 ## #KushiThe Movie we needed. A perfect Apptizer to the heavy loaded Entress we will be getting.Bramhi tho ending. Dil Kush.Choodhaleamma anadru. Oka manchi review soon. pic.twitter.com/bBqAHGgtjM— Ram (@RamSaayzz) September 1, 2023 ## ⭐⭐⭐A story filled with Love, Love and Love. @TheDeverakonda and @Samanthaprabhu2 were just amazing as Viplav and Aaradhyaa, with well-balanced family emotions and amazing visuals of Kashmir beauty. It would be even better with a few tweaks.#KushiOnSep1st #Kushireview— PinkmAn1🇮🇳 (@PinkmanReddy) September 1, 2023 ## #Kushi was a good watch for me 😁The film had a good drama quotient with good performances from #VijayDeverakonda & #SamanthaRuthPrabhu & a brilliant music work 😀The film has some pacing issues but overall works 👍#Kushireview #VijayDevarakonda #Samantha #ShivaNirvana pic.twitter.com/nvk8oFzg4M— Swayam Kumar Das (@KumarSwayam3) September 1, 2023 ## Stay tuned...

SS Rajamouli To Play A Key Role In Prabhas-Fronted 'Kalki 2898 AD'?
1026 days ago
Tollywood

SS Rajamouli To Play A Key Role In Prabhas-Fronted 'Kalki 2898 AD'?

Hyderabad, August 30 - Prabhas-fronted sci-fi epic Kalki 2898 AD is getting bigger and bigger with each passing day on the casting front. Recently, Dulquer Salmaan seemingly confirmed to be a part of the movie which delighted the fans Now, according to the latest reports, arguably India's biggest director, SS Rajamouli is also playing a key role in the film which also feature Kamal Haasan, Amitabh Bachchan, Deepika Padukone, and Disha Patani in prominent role. ## It is said that Rajamouli will be playing a very important role in "Kalki 2898 AD" aka "Project K", however, makers haven't confirmed that same yet. Rajamouli previously made cameo appearances in films like "Sye", "Baahubali 1", and "Majnu".## "Kalki" is being directed by Nag Ashwin and produced by Ashwini Dutt of Vyjayanthi Movies banner. This sci-fi action thriller is set in a dystopian world and is being made on a massive budget and scale. The movie will reportedly be released in two parts with first part eyeing summer 2024 release.## Stay tuned...

Nagarjuna Announces His Next Film Titled 'Naa Saami Ranga'; Locks Release Date
1027 days ago
Tollywood

Nagarjuna Announces His Next Film Titled 'Naa Saami Ranga'; Locks Release Date

Hyderabad, August 29 - Veteran Telugu superstar Akkineni Nagarjuna will next be headlining an action drama film "Naa Saami Ranga". Choreographer Vijay Binni will direct the film that marks his directorial debut while Srinivasaa Chitturi produced it under the banner of Srinivasaa Silver Screen.## The film was officially announced on the actor's 64th birthday today with a teaser poster. Billed as a mass entertainer, the first look teaser presents Nagarjuna in a rugged look with a beard and messy hair. Oscar winner MM Keeravani is on board to score the music and his BGM in the announcement promo is intense.## "Naa Saami Ranga" has been announced to release on Sankranthi 2024 and it will be clashing with other films like "Guntur Kaaram", "Hanuman", and "Eagle". Nagarjuna had success in the past on Sankranthi festival as "Soggade Chinni Nayana" and "Bangarraju" ended up as box office hits.## ## Stay tuned...

Superstar Allu Arjun's Pan India Movie 'Pushpa - The Rule' Release Date Locked
1031 days ago
Tollywood

Superstar Allu Arjun's Pan India Movie 'Pushpa - The Rule' Release Date Locked

Hyderabad, August 25 - Telugu superstar Allu Arjun's highly-awaited Pan India movie "Pushpa - The Rule" release date has reportedly been locked. Directed by Sukumar, the film is the second part of "Pushpa - The Rise" which is the highest-grossing film of the actor with a worldwide gross collection of over 360 crores. ## The film is currently in the production stage and according to Aakashavaani, the makers have locked a March 22, 2024, release date in multiple languages. It will be released two weeks before superstar Jr. NTR's Pan India movie "Devara" which is slated for April 5, 2024, release.## "Pushpa 2" is produced by Mythri Movie Makers in association with Sukumar Writings. It stars Allu Arjun in the title role alongside Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil, among other prominent roles. The official announcement of the release date is expected to be made in the next couple of days.## Meanwhile, Allu Arjun created history yesterday (August 24) at the 69th National Film Awards by becoming the first-ever actor from the Telugu film industry to win the Best Actor National award. He won this honor for his performance in "Pushpa - The Rise" (2021) while Devi Sri Prasad (DSP) won the Best Music Director National award for the film's songs.## Stay tuned...

Allu Arjun Creates History At The 69th National Film Awards
1032 days ago
Tollywood

Allu Arjun Creates History At The 69th National Film Awards

New Delhi, August 24 - Telugu superstar Allu Arjun has created history by becoming the first-ever actor from the Telugu industry to win the Best Actor National award at the 69th National Film Awards. The actor won this prestigious honor for his performance in 2021's movie "Pushpa - The Rise".## Directed by Sukumar, "Pushpa - The Rise" won two National awards, including the Best Music Director (songs) by Devi Sri Prasad. Overall, the Telugu film industry claimed 10 National awards, led by SS Rajamouli's mega-blockbuster film "RRR" with 6 awards.## Meanwhile, Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt and Kriti Sanon jointly announced the winners of the Best Actress award for "Gangubali Kathiawadi" and "Mimi", respectively. Pankaj Tripathi won Best Supporting Actor for "Mimi" while Pallavi Joshi grabbed Best Supporting Actress for "The Kashmir Files".## R. Madhavan's "Rocketry: The Nambi Effect" was named the Best Film, while "RRR" won Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment. "RRR" won the highest number of awards, followed by "Gangubai Kathiawadi" and "Sardar Uddham" with 5 awards each.## 69th National Film Awards: Full List of Winners## Stay tuned...

Prabhas' 'Salaar Part 1 - Ceasefire' Advance Booking Starts On A Sensational Note In The USA
1034 days ago
Tollywood

Prabhas' 'Salaar Part 1 - Ceasefire' Advance Booking Starts On A Sensational Note In The USA

Los Angeles, August 22 - Indian movies are set to conquer the USA box office in the month of September, as after Shah Rukh Khan's "Jawan", which is scheduled to release on September 7, Prabhas-fronted "Salaar Part 1 - Ceasefire" has taken a super strong start in the pre-sales there.## The advance booking of "Salaar" was opened on August 22 and the response has been excellent so far. With 35 days still to go for the premieres, the film sold approximately 6400 tickets worth $183.70K from 410 shows in 154 locations, according to tracker Venky Reviews (as of 9:30 AM, August 24 (IST).## The pre-sales collection of the movie is increasing rapidly with each passing minute which will be reported after official data gets available. Directed by Prashanth Neel, "Salaar" has been planned for a massive release across North America. It has already been confirmed to release in over 1979 locations, including approximately 315 Cinemark theaters which is the widest release for an Indian movie ever.## As for the initial advance booking response, the period action drama film is projected to score, at least, $1.5+ million from premiere shows alone in the USA which is going to be excellent numbers. Overall, the overseas pre-sales of "Salaar" is expected to be one of the highest ever for an Indian title, and if the talks are positive, then expect unheard numbers at the box office.## The film is produced by Hombale Films and it also stars Prithviraj Sukumaran, Shruti Haasan, Jagapathi Babu, and Tinnu Anand, among others in key roles. It is scheduled to release on September 28, 2023, in Telugu, Kannada, Hindi, Tamil, and Malayalam, languages.## Stay tuned...

Prabhas-Fronted 'Salaar Part 1 - Ceasefire' Post-Production Shifts To A New Location
1035 days ago
Tollywood

Prabhas-Fronted 'Salaar Part 1 - Ceasefire' Post-Production Shifts To A New Location

Bengaluru, August 21 - Piracy has been a big issue for the film industry as it has become a challenge for filmmaker to keep their projects safe from getting leaked in parts. Superstar Shah Rukh Khan's "Jawan", which is scheduled to release on September 7, has faced such challenges as many set pics as well as video clips have been leaked online, and to prevent such things, makers had to take a legal route.## Prabhas-fronted "Salaar Part 1 - Ceasefire", which is probably the biggest Pan India movie of the year at the moment, has reportedly shifted the post-production to a different place to safeguard the movie. According to Pinkvilla, "Jawan" leakage made other filmmakers aware and they are now taking extra steps in this regard.## "It's a formidable task to safeguard films' scenes and visuals as the leaks can originate from anywhere, despite all the implemented protections. Director Prashanth Neel has adopted a robust approach to protect the content of Salaar while it's in post-production. He has relocated all post-production activities to Basroor village in Karnataka, where the studio of the film's music director, Ravi Basrur, is located", says the report.## Directed by Prashanth Neel and produced by Hombale Films, "Salaar - Ceasefire" is just a little over a month to go. The makers haven't started the fill-fledged promotions which are expected to begin from early September. The teaser was recently launched and the team is now working on the trailer which is expected to be released in the first week of September.## "Salaar" features Prabhas in the title role alongside Prithviraj Sukumaran, Shruti Haasan, Jagapathi Babu, Tinnu Anand, and Sriya Reddy, among others in key roles. The movie is scheduled to release on September 28, in Telugu, Kannada, Hindi, Tamil, and Malayalam, languages.## Stay tuned...

Nandamuri Balakrishna's 'Bhagavanth Kesari' Pre-Release Business Details
1036 days ago
Tollywood

Nandamuri Balakrishna's 'Bhagavanth Kesari' Pre-Release Business Details

Hyderabad, August 20 - Veteran Telugu superstar Nandamuri Balakrishna is flying high with back-to-back box office success. While the actor's "Akhanda" (2021) became his first 100 crores worldwide grosser, his "Veera Simha Reddy" topped it earlier this year and emerge NBK's biggest grosser yet.## Nandamuri Balakrishna is now gearing up for his next blockbuster, titled "Bhagavanth Kesari". Directed by Anil Ravipudi, the action comedy-drama is one of the most-anticipated Telugu movies of the year. The movie is expected to continue the winning streak for the actor, and considering the hype around it, the makers have been able to fetch record pre-release theatrical business for the same.## According to Telugu media reports, the Telugu states (Andhra Pradesh and Telangana) theatrical rights have been sold at approx. 62 crores. Renowned producer Dil Raju is said to have bought Nizam area rights for approx. 14 crores while Ceded area rights are reportedly sold to Abhishek Reddy for approx. 12.50 crores. ## Overall, the worldwide theatrical business of the movie is said to be locked at around 72 crores which is in the same range as "Veera Simha Reddy". "Bhagavanth Kesari" will need to gross 120+ crores worldwide in order to break even, which should be a cakewalk unless it receives poor reception.## "Bhagavanth Kesari" is produced by Sahu Garapati and Harish Peddi under the banner of Shine Screens banner. It stars Nandamuri Balakrishna in the titular role alongside Kajal Aggarwal, Sreeleela, and Arjun Rampal, who is making his debut in Telugu cinema. The soundtrack and background score is composed by Thaman S.## The movie is scheduled to release on October 19, 2023, on the occasion of Dussehra.## Stay tuned...

Vijay Deverakonda and Samantha Ruth Prabhu's 'Kushi' Worldwide Pre-Release Business Details Revealed
1037 days ago
Tollywood

Vijay Deverakonda and Samantha Ruth Prabhu's 'Kushi' Worldwide Pre-Release Business Details Revealed

Hyderabad, August 19 - Telugu heartthrob Vijay Deverakonda and Samantha Ruth Prabhu coming together for the romantic drama film "Kushi". Directed by "Majili" fame Shiva Nirvana, the movie is scheduled to release on September 1st in multiple languages, including Hindi.## "Kushi" is one of the most-awaited Telugu movies which is carrying good buzz among the fans as well as the trade. According to T2BLive.Com, the movie has done a pre-release theatrical business of 52.50 crores which is one of the highest for a mid-range Telugu movie.## The total Andhra Pradesh and Telangana theatrical rights have been sold at approximately 41 crores, including 15 crores for Nizam and 6 crore for Ceeded area. The ROI rights are said to be around 4.50 crores while overseas business is 7 crores. The movie will need to score around 53 crores worldwide share to break-even and emerge as a clean hit.## Interestingly, the theatrical rights of Vijay Deverakonda's last movie "Liger" were sold at a whopping approx. 89 crores worldwide, but the movie turned out to be a huge disaster at the box office. "Liger" has clearly affected the business of "Kushi", however, it is still good enough for a tier-2 hero. ## The movie is produced by Mythri Movie Makers and it revolves around Viplav (VD), an employee of the state-run telecom company BSNL, while Aradhya (Samantha) is a corporate professional working in iLabs Centre. The movie also stars Sachin Khedekar, Saranya Ponvannan, Murali Sharma, Lakshmi, Vennela Kishore, Rahul Ramakrishna, and Jayaram, among others in key roles.## Stay tuned...