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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Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge Storms Past Pushpa 2 To Deliver Biggest Extended Opening Week In Indian Cinema
82 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge Storms Past Pushpa 2 To Deliver Biggest Extended Opening Week In Indian Cinema

Mumbai, March 27 - Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is simply unstoppable at the box office. After taking a thunderous start, the film has now gone on to register the biggest extended opening week in Indian cinema history, beating the previous best of Pushpa 2: The Rule by a solid margin. The Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge wave refused to slow down even on weekdays. After a monstrous opening weekend, the film held extraordinarily well from Monday to Thursday, something rarely seen at this scale. The extended first week total of 1079 crore gross has comfortably crossed the previous record set by Pushpa 2: The Rule's 1059 crore, establishing a new benchmark that will be tough to match anytime soon. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) What's more impressive is that the film has done this primarily on the back of its Hindi version, which is putting up historic numbers day after day. The mass circuits are on fire, while multiplexes are showing equally strong occupancy, a rare combination that signals an all-time blockbuster in motion. Breaking down the collection, Dhurandhar 2 has minted 800+ crores gross at the domestic box office, while overseas collection is 274 crores in 8 days. With this, it has crossed the lifetime total of Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan, which minted 1055 crores worldwide. But tomorrow, it will beat Jawan's 1160 crores to become the third biggest Bollywood grosser of all-time, behind Dhurandhar (1307 crores) and Dangal (2070 crores). (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dhurandhar 2 vs Pushpa 2 –– 8 Days Box Office Comparison Metric Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge Pushpa: The Rule - Part 2 All Lang. Day 8 Net ₹ 49.70 Cr ₹ 37.45 Cr Total India Gross ₹ 805.32 Cr ₹ 866.00 Cr Total India Net ₹ 674.17 Cr ₹ 725.80 Cr Total Overseas Total ₹ 274.00 Cr ₹ 193.00 Cr Total Worldwide Total ₹ 1,079.32 Cr ₹ 1,059.00 Cr Stay tuned...

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Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge First Week Every Major Box Office Record Breakdown
83 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge First Week Every Major Box Office Record Breakdown

Mumbai, March 26 - Director Aditya Dhar's spy action thriller Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has finished its first week (7 days) with historic numbers that no other Bollywood film could reach before in the same number of days. The movie officially entered the 1000 crores club at the worldwide box office and became the joint fastest Indian film to do so. Starring Ranveer Singh, The Revenge has been on a record-breaking spree from the premiere day itself to the current day. It has shattered daily records by a distance that it will be an uphill task for future films to beat or even match. Here is a breakdown of how every major box office record the film has created in the first week. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) 1. The biggest paid previews at the Indian box office. 2. The biggest opening day in Hindi at the Indian box office. 3. The biggest second day in a single language at the Indian box office. 4. The biggest third day in a single language at the Indian box office. 5. The biggest fourth day in a single language at the Indian box office. 6. The biggest extended opening weekend for a Bollywood movie at the worldwide box office. 7. The biggest Friday to Sunday opening weekend for a Bollywood film at the worldwide box office (515+ crore gross). 8. The biggest extended opening weekend for a Bollywood film at the domestic box office. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) 9. The biggest Friday to Sunday opening weekend for a Bollywood film at the domestic box office (370 crore gross). 10. The biggest single-day collection in a single Indian language (~107 crore net, day 4), beating RRR's 103 crore Telugu net opening day. 11. The first movie ever to score 100+ crore net single day in Hindi. 12. The first movie ever to score 100+ crore net single day twice in Hindi. 13. The first Indian movie ever to score 100+ crore net single day twice in a single language. 14. The first film ever to score 75+ crore net in a single language in back-to-back four days. 15. The biggest extended 4-day opening weekend for an Indian film at the overseas box office (210+ crore gross). 16. The biggest opening weekend at the overseas box office without the Gulf. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) 17. The biggest opening day for a Bollywood film at the overseas box office (including previews). 18. The biggest extended opening weekend for an Indian film in North America (~$14 million). 19. The biggest Friday to Sunday opening weekend for a Bollywood film in North America (~$9.6 million). 20. The biggest 5th day in a single language at the Indian box office 21. The biggest 6th day in a single language at the Indian box office 22. The biggest 7th day in a single language at the Indian box office. 23. The first film ever to score 50+ crore net on 6 consecutive days at the Indian box office. 24. The biggest first week ever in a single language at the Indian box office. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) 25. The biggest first week ever for an Indian film at the overseas box office. 26. The fastest Bollywood film ever to cross 1000 crores worldwide (7 days) 27. The joint fastest Indian film ever to cross 1000 crores worldwide. 28. The first Indian film of 2026 to cross 1000 crores worldwide. 29. The fastest film ever to cross 500 crore net in Hindi (6 days) 30. Dhurandhar becomes the only Indian franchise to cross 1000 crore with each film at the worldwide box office. 31. The biggest extended first week ever for an Indian film. 32. The highest-grossing Indian film of 2026 at the domestic, overseas, and worldwide box office. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})

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Dhurandhar 2 Crosses 1000 Crore Worldwide, Challenges Pushpa 2's 7-Day Record
83 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar 2 Crosses 1000 Crore Worldwide, Challenges Pushpa 2's 7-Day Record

Mumbai, March 25 - Dhurandhar 2 has stormed past the monumental 1000 crore mark at the worldwide box office in just 7 days, emerging as the joint fastest Indian film ever to achieve this feat. The sequel has not only lived up to its massive pre-release hype but has gone several steps ahead, delivering a record-shattering run that has stunned the trade and audiences alike. The film opened to a historic weekend and continued its dream run through the weekdays, showing minimal drops across key markets. It became the biggest first-week grosser in a single language in the opening weekend itself, beating Pushpa 2's 425 crore Hindi net first week collection. Strong word of mouth, repeat value, and widespread appeal across regions have ensured packed houses, with both domestic and overseas markets contributing significantly to this milestone. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dhurandhar 2 Box Office Breakdown & Records (7 Days) Record Type Dhurandhar 2 Remarks 1000 Cr Milestone 7 Days Joins fastest with Pushpa 2 India Gross ₹ 745+ Cr Biggest for Bollywood Overseas Gross ₹ 262 Cr Biggest for Indian film Single Language Record Highest First Week (587+ Cr Net) Surpassed Pushpa 2 Hindi net record 7-Day Worldwide Total ₹ 1007+ Cr Among biggest 7-day totals globally 1000 Cr Club Rank 10th Indian Film Elite global box office club Hindi Film Rank 5th Film Joins Pathaan, Jawan, Dhurandhar, and Dangal What makes this achievement even more remarkable is the sheer consistency in collections. While most big-ticket films tend to slow down after the opening weekend, Dhurandhar 2 has maintained extraordinary momentum, signalling a rare box office phenomenon. The film's performance in mass circuits, coupled with strong urban occupancy, has created a perfect storm at the ticket windows. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dhurandhar 2 and Pushpa 2 Box Office Comparison (7 Days) Record Type Dhurandhar 2 Pushpa 2 1000 Cr Milestone 7 Days 7 Days India Gross ₹ 745+ Cr ₹ 821.65 Cr Overseas Gross ₹ 262 Cr ₹ 190 Cr Single Language Record Highest First Week (587+ Cr Net in Hindi) Second Highest (425+ Cr In Hindi) 7-Day Worldwide Total ₹ 1007+ Cr ₹ 1011.65 Cr 1000 Cr Club Rank 10th Indian Film 8th Indian Film Breaking down the box office, the spy action thriller has grossed 745+ crores in India alone, while overseas collection is 262 crores in 7 days. The biggest cumulative 7-day collection belongs to Pushpa 2, which minted 1011 crore gross worldwide. Whether Dhurandhar 2 can surpass this figure depends on what the final collection will be in overseas markets for the day. With the 1000 crore barrier breached in just a week, Dhurandhar 2 becomes the 10th Indian film of all-time to achieve this feat. Among the Bollywood films, it is the 5th film, after Pathaan, Jawan, Dhurandhar, and Dangal, to achieve this feat. The question now is how far Dhurandhar 2 can go. Trade experts are already predicting a long and dominant run, with several more records in sight. At this pace, the film is not just a blockbuster; it's shaping up to be a defining moment for modern Indian cinema. Will It Beat Pushpa 2's All-Time Domestic Record? Pushpa 2: The Rule is currently the highest-grossing film at the Indian box office with 1471.10 crores across all languages. The question is, can Dhurandhar 2 surpass this and become the biggest Indian blockbuster of all time? The trade, however, is not looking at this record. In fact, it is predicting a much higher lifetime total for Aditya Dhar's directorial film that Pushpa 2's record is not even in conversation. The coming days will clear everything. Stay tuned..

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Highest BookMyShow Ticket Sales: Dhurandhar 2 Joins 10 Other Blockbusters In 10 Million Club
84 days ago
Bollywood

Highest BookMyShow Ticket Sales: Dhurandhar 2 Joins 10 Other Blockbusters In 10 Million Club

Mumbai, March 25 - The phenomenal run of Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge continues to rewrite benchmarks, this time in the digital ticketing space. The Ranveer Singh-led blockbuster has crossed 10 million tickets on BookMyShow, securing its place among the 11 films to reach this mark as the highest ticket-selling films on the platform. This milestone underlines the film's massive reach and sustained audience pull well beyond its opening frenzy. The list of the highest ticket sold on BMS is topped by Allu Arjun-fronted Pushpa 2: The Rule with a staggering 20.40+ million tickets, setting a benchmark that remains untouched so far. It is followed by KGF Chapter 2 (17+M) and Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (16+M), both of which were historic theatrical juggernauts in their time. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The first Dhurandhar, released in December last year, is the 4th highest ticket-selling movie on BMS with 14.20 million tickets. Films like Kantara Chapter 1 (14.1M), RRR (13.4M), and Kalki 2898 AD (13.10+M) also are among the top selling title, along with Chhaava (12.55+M), Jawan (12.4M), and Stree 2 (11.15+M), demonstrating how diverse genres, from historical dramas to mass entertainers and horror-comedies, have managed to attract huge footfalls. Meanwhile, Dhurandhar 2 will be eyeing the top spot in BMS ticket sales count. The film is still in its 7th day of release, and with strong momentum clearly by its side, the film is expected to claim the top spot in the long run. Overall, Dhurandhar 2 has generated over 20 million footfalls in India so far, already the most-watched title of 2026 in India. At this point, the movie is looking at 35+ million or more lifetime footfalls. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Highest Number of Tickets Sold on BookMyShow Rank Movie Industry Tickets Sold (BMS) 1 Pushpa 2: The Rule Telugu 20.40+M 2 KGF Chapter 2 Kannada 17.1M 3 Baahubali 2: The Conclusion Telugu 16M 4 Dhurandhar Hindi 14.20M 5 Kantara Chapter 1 Kannada 14.1M 6 RRR Telugu 13.4M 7 Kalki 2898 AD Telugu 13.10+M 8 Chhaava Hindi 12.55+M 9 Jawan Hindi 12.4M 10 Stree 2 Hindi 11.15+M 11 Dhurandhar 2 Hindi 10M+

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Dhurandhar 2's Box Office Carnage To Force Akshay Kumar's Bhooth Bangla To Push Release Date By A Week?
84 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar 2's Box Office Carnage To Force Akshay Kumar's Bhooth Bangla To Push Release Date By A Week?

Mumbai, March 25 - Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar's horror comedy Bhooth Bangla is among the most-awaited films. However, despite being a family-friendly and in-demand subject, the film's release is being threatened by the box office carnage brought by Ranveer Singh-led Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge. According to the latest reports, the makers of Bhooth Bangla have decided to push the release date back by a week, and the film will now be released on April 17. The movie was previously scheduled to release on April 10, just three weeks after Dhurandhar 2, which released on March 19. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Normally, a three-week gap between two big films is considered sufficient, and even Akshay Kumar acknowledges that. However, the danger is real as Dhurandhar: The Revenge isn't going to stop anytime soon. The film has already grossed over 1150 crores at the worldwide box office in just 9 days and is marching towards the 1500 crores milestone soon. According to the reports, it is said that producer Ekta Kapoor and Akshay Kumar have been closely analysing the situation and have taken the decision to push the date. The official announcement regarding the postponement is expected very soon. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Bhooth Bangla reunites Akshay Kumar with director Priyadarshan after many years. The movie also stars Tabu, Wamiqa Gabbi, Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, late Asrani and many others in key roles. Stay tuned...

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Dhurandhar 2 The Revenge Box Office Effect: Part 1 Gets A Massive Boost as Viewership Surges Again On Netflix
84 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar 2 The Revenge Box Office Effect: Part 1 Gets A Massive Boost as Viewership Surges Again On Netflix

Mumbai, March 25 - The phenomenal box office run of Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is not just rewriting theatrical records; it is also creating a massive ripple effect on OTT. Riding on the sequel's unprecedented hype, the first instalment, Dhurandhar, has witnessed a sharp surge in viewership on Netflix, once again dominating global charts. The blockbuster impact of Dhurandhar 2 is clearly reflected in the viewership of Dhurandhar, which is having a solid run on Netflix after creating box office history. The film opened strong with 7.6 million views in its debut weekend, followed by a peak of 8.2 million views in the second week, indicating explosive word-of-mouth and growing curiosity around the franchise. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) After the steady hold over weeks in viewership, the Aditya Dhar's directed spy actioner witnessed a notable resurgence in the 8th week, the same week Dhuradhar 2 released in theatres, with 2.3 million views, up 130% from the 7th week on Netflix. This spike highlights how sequels can significantly revive interest in earlier instalments, especially on streaming platforms. The total viewership of the first part has now reached 26.30 million in 8 weeks, this after the movie had grossed a massive 1300+ crores at the worldwide box office. This once again proves that box office success of a film can boost digital viewership, and there are many such cases. The most viewed films on Netflix were all theatrical blockbusters, including RRR, Jawan, Dhurandhar, and Gangubai Kathiawadi. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) This renewed surge in Dhurandhar viewership is directly fueled by the historic theatrical success of Dhurandhar 2, which is storming the box office and nearing the 1000 crore mark globally in record time. As audiences flock to cinemas for the sequel, many are simultaneously revisiting, or discovering, the first part on OTT to reconnect with the storyline and characters. Stay tuned...

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Christmas 2026 Box Office War Heats Up: Avengers Doomsday, Dune 3, King and Jumanji 3 Set For Mega Holiday Clash
84 days ago
Bollywood

Christmas 2026 Box Office War Heats Up: Avengers Doomsday, Dune 3, King and Jumanji 3 Set For Mega Holiday Clash

Mumbai, March 25 - The Christmas 2026 box office is shaping up to be one of the most explosive in recent memory, with multiple high-profile releases locked in across the festive corridor. The biggest showdown begins on December 18, as Avengers Doomsday and Dune 3 arrive together, promising a colossal clash between two global cinematic giants. With both franchises commanding massive fanbases, the opening weekend is expected to deliver record-breaking numbers worldwide. Just days later, on December 24, Shah Rukh Khan's King enters the arena, adding significant star power to the already crowded box office. Positioned strategically on Christmas Eve, the film aims to capitalise on holiday footfall in India and overseas markets, amid stiff competition. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The festive battle reaches its peak on December 25 with the release of Jumanji 3, a franchise known for its strong holiday performance and family appeal. With its mix of adventure, humour, and star-driven entertainment, the film is expected to attract a wide audience, especially in international markets. With four major releases spread across a week, the Christmas corridor is set for an unprecedented box office showdown. The outcome will not only depend on star power and franchise value but also on word of mouth and audience preferences during the holiday season. One thing is certain—cinema lovers are in for a blockbuster-packed Christmas like never before. Stay tuned...

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Dhurandhar 2 Unstoppable Rampage Delivers Record Monday As Spy Actioner Set For North America Crown
85 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar 2 Unstoppable Rampage Delivers Record Monday As Spy Actioner Set For North America Crown

Mumbai, March 24 – Director Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is on a historic rampage in North America, delivering box office numbers that are not just record-breaking but almost unprecedented for an Indian film. After a thunderous start, the film is now firmly on track to emerge as the biggest Indian grosser in the region. The spy action spectacle, starring Ranveer Singh, opened to a sensational $14.02 million (131.50 crore) in its extended 4-day weekend, setting a new benchmark for Indian cinema in North America. Riding on extraordinary word of mouth and massive audience turnout, the film continued its dream run on its first Monday, collecting a stunning $1.05 million, the highest ever for an Indian title. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) What makes this run even more remarkable is the film's consistency post-weekend. The advances for Tuesday have already crossed the $1 million mark, with estimates suggesting a strong $1.5 million finish for the day. This would take the total collection to an outstanding $16.5+ million in just six days, putting the film in an unassailable position at the box office. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Top 5 Highest-Grossing Indian Films In North America Rank Movie North America GBOC 1 Baahubali 2 $20.80 million (updated) 2 Dhurandhar $20.65 million 3 Kalki 2898 AD $18.60 million 4 Pathaan $17.49 million 5 Dhurandhar 2 $16.50+ million (6 days expected) With such a phenomenal trajectory, Dhurandhar 2 is now rapidly closing in on the long-standing North America record held by Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, which grossed over $22 million in its lifetime. The gap is shrinking at a rapid pace, and if the current trend holds, the film could surpass this milestone as early as its second weekend. At this pace, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is not just chasing records; it is redefining them. All eyes are now on the second weekend, where the film is expected to officially crown itself as the highest-grossing Indian film in North America, setting a new gold standard for future releases.

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What Stopped Dhurandhar 2 From Beating Pushpa 2 To Become The Biggest Indian Opener Worldwide?
85 days ago
Bollywood

What Stopped Dhurandhar 2 From Beating Pushpa 2 To Become The Biggest Indian Opener Worldwide?

Mumbai, March 23 - Director Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has obliterated the global box office with a historic opening weekend, rewriting the record books for Bollywood cinema. The spy actioner has grossed a staggering 750+ crore worldwide in its 4-day opening weekend, comfortably emerging as the biggest opener ever for a Hindi film. Not just in India, the Ranveer Singh starrer sequel has shown unprecedented dominance overseas as well, raking in around 210 crore gross internationally, which is the highest-ever opening weekend collection for an Indian film in overseas markets. Such massive numbers underline the sheer scale and acceptance of Dhurandhar 2, which has performed like a true global event film. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) From record-breaking advances to packed houses across key territories, the film has delivered beyond expectations and established itself as one of the biggest cinematic events Indian cinema has ever witnessed. However, despite this extraordinary start, the film fell just short of becoming the biggest Indian opening weekend grosser. That record continues to be held by Telugu biggie Pushpa 2: The Rule, which had posted an even bigger 795 crore gross worldwide opening weekend. The gap between the two films, though not massive, can largely be attributed to a couple of critical factors, and one of them is the Gulf market. Dhurandhar 2 was banned in the Gulf region, a territory that has consistently been a major contributor to the overseas box office of Indian films. The absence of this market had a direct impact on the film's overall worldwide total. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Top 5 Indian Movies' First 4 Days Worldwide Collection Movie WW GBOC Pushpa 2 ₹ 795.50 Cr Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge ₹751.97 Cr Baahubali 2 ₹ 615.00 Cr RRR ₹ 568.10 Cr KGF Chapter 2 ₹ 546.00 Cr Trade estimates suggest that Dhurandhar 2 may have lost around 50 crore from the Gulf during its opening weekend alone due to the ban. In a close race where the difference between the top two films is under 50 crore, this missing chunk proved decisive. Interestingly, this isn't the first time the Dhurandhar franchise has faced this hurdle. The first part had also reportedly lost nearly 100 crore from the Gulf due to a similar ban. Another factor which might have helped Pushpa 2 to remain at the top is its massive pan-India release. While Dhurandhar 2 also had a multi-lingual release, the impact Allu Arjun-fronted blockbuster made across languages, particularly in Hindi, apart from the original Telugu version, helped it to gross over 600 crore domestically in its opening weekend. While Dhurandhar 2 managed to go bigger everywhere else, the continued absence in these key markets cost it a shot at the all-time record. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) In the end, Dhurandhar 2's opening weekend remains nothing short of historic. It has set new benchmarks for Bollywood and redefined the scale at which a Hindi film can perform globally. But in the race for the biggest Indian opener of all time, the Gulf ban and less impact in dubbed versions created a gap just enough for Pushpa 2 to stay ahead. Stay tuned...

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