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 Opening Day Box Office Records
89 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge Opening Day Box Office Records

Mumbai, March 20 - Director Aditya Dhar's spy action thriller, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, which is the second part of his 1300+ crore blockbuster Dhurandhar, lit up the box office on its opening day. The movie not only set the domestic market on fire, but also ignited the international box office like never before. The Ranveer Singh-fronted sequel created massive buzz due to the extraordinary response to the first part, which was released in December last year. The buzz was visible in the advance booking, which finished as the highest ever for an Indian title for the opening weekend. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Even though many shows were cancelled in the dubbed versions due to content delay and censorship issues, Dhurandhar 2 exploded on its premiere and opening day, and went on to shatter many records for a Bollywood title at the Indian and worldwide box office. Have a look at some of the major records broken by The Revenge. Biggest opening for a Bollywood movie at the Indian box office Dhurandhar 2 grossed well over 100 crore net on its opening day, including premiere. No other Bollywood film had ever reached anywhere near this mark, making the Ranveer Singh-starrer the first film ever to do so by a big margin. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Biggest opening for a Bollywood movie at the worldwide box office The spy action thriller minted over 200 crore gross on its opening day, including the premiere. This makes it the first Bollywood film of all-time to do so, beating the previous record of Jawan (~130 crore gross) by a big margin. Biggest opening for a Bollywood movie at overseas box office The nearly four-hour-long sequel comfortably crossed the 50 crore mark on its opening day, including the premiere. With this, it has scored the biggest opening and is the first to breach the 50 crore mark for a Bollywood film internationally, beating Jawan's 39+ crore opening. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Biggest opening day ever in Hindi Dhurandhar 2 also scored the biggest opening day of all time and the first 100+ crore net (with premiere) in the Hindi language. The previous biggest opening day belonged to Pushpa 2: The Rule, which minted 70+ crore net in Hindi. Biggest paid previews/premiere in India The Jio Studios and B62 Studios' production had its domestic premiere on March 18, on which it grossed over 50 crores despite many dubbed shows being cancelled. This is the biggest ever preview in India, beating the previous record of Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG (25+ crore gross). Stay tuned...

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Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge's Final Worldwide Pre-Sales Finish With Record 250+ Crore For Opening Weekend
90 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge's Final Worldwide Pre-Sales Finish With Record 250+ Crore For Opening Weekend

Mumbai, March 19 - Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge put up historic advance bookings, with worldwide pre-sales for the opening weekend finishing near the 300 crore mark. The film has witnessed phenomenal traction across both domestic and international markets, underlining the massive anticipation surrounding its release. In India, the film's opening weekend pre-sales stood at an outstanding 160 crore gross. Out of this, nearly 100 crore came from the opening day alone, including premiere shows, an extraordinary figure that sets a new benchmark for the first day advance sales for a Bollywood title. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The overseas markets have also contributed significantly to the film's record-breaking tally. Reportedly, international pre-sales for the opening weekend have crossed 100 crore gross, driven by exceptional demand in key territories such as North America, pushing total worldwide pre-sales to 260+ crore gross for the weekend, which is a record for an Indian film. With such massive numbers on the board even before the full-fledged release, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has firmly positioned itself as a box office juggernaut. The film is now widely expected to deliver one of the biggest, or possibly the biggest, opening weekends in Indian cinema history. Stay tuned...

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Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge Beats Pushpa 2's All-Time Record On BookMyShow
90 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge Beats Pushpa 2's All-Time Record On BookMyShow

Mumbai, March 19 - Ranveer Singh-fronted Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has begun its box office journey to become one of the top three highest-grossing Indian films of all-time, and in this process, it has shattered a record on the online ticketing platform, Book My Show. As per the latest update, the film clocked a staggering 109K tickets sold in just one hour, surpassing the previous record held by Pushpa 2: The Rule, which had peaked at around 107.60K tickets per hour on BMS. This makes Dhurandhar 2 the fastest-selling film in terms of hourly ticket sales on the platform. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) This milestone highlights the unprecedented demand for Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, which has been dominating advance bookings across the country. The surge in ticket sales reflects massive audience anticipation, not just in metro cities but also in smaller centres where shows are filling up at lightning speed. Dhurandhar 2 earlier had the record paid previews in India with over 50 crores gross collection, and now, it is on course to put the biggest pure day 1 for a Bollywood title. This record is particularly significant because it showcases real-time demand rather than cumulative numbers, making it a stronger indicator of hype and audience urgency. The 109K/hour figure places Dhurandhar 2 in a league of its own, signalling a potentially historic opening at the box office. Stay tuned...

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Dhurandhar Box Office: Ranveer Singh Starrer Mints Excellent 1 Crore In 15th Weekend After Release Expansion
93 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar Box Office: Ranveer Singh Starrer Mints Excellent 1 Crore In 15th Weekend After Release Expansion

Mumbai, March 16 - The box office run of Dhurandhar continues to remain impressive even after more than three months in theatres. The Ranveer Singh-starrer has been in theatres since the first week of December 2025, and just ahead of the release of Dhurandhar 2, the makers decided to expand its release to over 1000 screens. Aditya Dhar's directed film recorded an excellent 1 crore gross collection in its 15th weekend, benefiting from a fresh round of screen expansion. Despite new releases arriving every week, the film has maintained a steady hold, showcasing remarkable longevity at the domestic box office. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The strong weekend numbers indicate the strong anticipation for part 2, which is releasing on March 19. After the 15th weekend, Dhurandhar has further strengthened its already massive lifetime total to around 1007.50 crores gross in India and 1307 crores worldwide and continues to rank among the most successful theatrical runs in many years. Such late-stage weekend spikes are rare, but the film's sustained popularity, repeat value, and the anticipation for Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge have kept it relevant even in its 15th weekend. The film is expected to collect a few more before the second part takes control of the box office. Stay tuned...

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Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge Tops 100 Crore Advance Booking Worldwide
94 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge Tops 100 Crore Advance Booking Worldwide

Mumbai, March 15 - The advance booking juggernaut of Ranveer Singh-fronted Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is intensifying ahead of the March 19. The spy action thriller, with three days still left for the first show to begin, has crossed 100 crores worldwide pre-sales for the opening weekend, becoming one of the very few Indian films to achieve the mark. Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar 2 has minted over 50 crores gross advance sales in India for the opening weekend, including over 30 crores gross for the premiere alone, and around 10 crores gross for the pure opening day (without block seat numbers) at the time of writing this piece. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Overseas, the sequel has minted around $5+ million (46+ crore gross) for the weekend in North America, including around $2.5 million for the opening day+premiere. The overall overseas sales are reportedly nearly 60 crores for the weekend, with worldwide pre-sales topping 110 crores gross. At this point, 150 crores worldwide advance sales are looking like a cakewalk for Dhurandhar 2, but it will be aiming to close near 200 crores gross, which will be a record for a Bollywood title, reflecting massive anticipation among Indian and international audiences. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dhurandhar 2 has already shattered multiple records with pre-sales only. It has scored the biggest premiere day in India, beating Pawan Kalyan's OG, while also becoming the first Indian film to score $5 million advance sales in North America, which is remarkable. With a couple of days left for the release, more records are expected to bite the dust. Stay tuned...

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Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge Becomes The First Indian Film To Score $5 Million Pre-Sales In North America
94 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge Becomes The First Indian Film To Score $5 Million Pre-Sales In North America

Los Angeles, March 15 - The hype surrounding Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge continues to grow rapidly across the world as it is rewriting box office rules for an Indian film even before hitting the big screens. The Ranveer Singh-led spy action spectacle is on the verge of creating a major record in North America. Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar 2's advance sales in the USA are heading towards the $5 million mark. Currently, the pre-sales stand at around $4.7 million for the weekend. Out of this impressive total, around $2.2 million has already been registered for the opening day, including premiere shows, showcasing massive demand for the sequel among overseas audiences. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) With ticket sales continuing at a strong pace, the film is expected to cross the $5 million pre-sales mark within the next few hours. Once the milestone is achieved, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge will become the first Indian film ever to record $5 million in advance bookings in North America, setting a new benchmark for Indian cinema in the region. The record-breaking trend indicates a massive opening weekend for the film in the United States and Canada. If the momentum continues after release, Dhurandhar 2 could challenge several all-time overseas opening records for Indian films and further strengthen its position as one of the biggest Indian releases in the international market this year. Stay tuned...

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Ajay Devgn, Akshay Kumar's Golmaal 5 Basic Plot Details Reportedly Revealed
95 days ago
Bollywood

Ajay Devgn, Akshay Kumar's Golmaal 5 Basic Plot Details Reportedly Revealed

Mumbai, March 14 - The much-awaited fifth instalment of the popular Golmaal franchise is slowly taking shape with the shoot finally kicking off recently. The franchise, headlined by Ajay Devgn, struck a major casting boost after Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar joined the ensemble as antagonist, though the official announcement regarding his casting is yet to be made. As the shoot for Rohit Shetty's directorial commenced, Golmaal 5's basic plot has reportedly been revealed. According to the reports, the film will revolve around a treasure-hunt adventure, giving the comedy series a fresh narrative twist. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) It is said that the story of Golmaal 5 revolves around a hidden treasure and a chaotic quest to find it. The film will reportedly follow the Golmaal gang as they get entangled in a chaotic search for a mysterious hidden treasure, leading to a series of hilarious situations and misadventures. The upcoming instalment is expected to blend the franchise's trademark slapstick humour with an adventure-style narrative. Reports suggest that the treasure hunt will trigger several comedic conflicts among the characters, with betrayal, confusion, and outrageous situations driving the story forward. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by Rohit Shetty, the Golmaal series has remained one of Bollywood's most successful comedy franchises since its first film was released in 2006. With Golmaal 5, the makers are reportedly aiming to expand the scale of the story while retaining the ensemble comedy that audiences love. Stay tuned...

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Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge Beats Pawan Kalyan's OG To Score Biggest Premiere In India
96 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge Beats Pawan Kalyan's OG To Score Biggest Premiere In India

Mumbai, March 13 - Even before hitting the big screens, Ranveer Singh-fronted Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has begun its record-breaking journey at the box office. Aditya Dhar's directorial has created the record for the biggest paid premiere day at the Indian box office, beating Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG. Released in September last year, OG had its domestic premiere on September 24, on which the film scored a huge 25+ crores gross. The record no longer belongs to the Telugu biggie as Dhurandhar has beaten it with five days still left for the premiere shows to begin, which will kick off on March 18 from 5 PM. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The spy action thriller has topped 25+ crores advance sales (29+ crores with block seats) for the premiere, which effectively makes it the record premiere grosser in India. As per trade projections, the sequel is heading towards 35+ crores gross premiere in India, a record which is expected to remain unshakable for some time. The demand from Dhurandhar 2 is hitting the roof, not just in India but in overseas markets also. In North America, the film has already scored nearly $2 million in pre-sales for the opening day. The overall advance sales of the movie are nearly 50 crores worldwide for day 1, despite the sales not opening in India beyond the premieres. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Produced by Jio Studios and B62 Studios, Dhurandhar: The Revenge is the second part of Dhurandhar, which was released in December last year and went to become a box office juggernaut with over 1300 crores gross worldwide collection. Trade is expecting the sequel to beat its predecessor's lifetime numbers within two weeks, which is unprecedented and remains to be seen. Stay tuned...

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