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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Thalapathy Vijay To Headline Acclaimed Director Vetrimaaran's Next
1187 days ago
Kollywood

Thalapathy Vijay To Headline Acclaimed Director Vetrimaaran's Next

Chennai, March 29 - The acclaimed National award-winning Tamil director Vetrimaaran is gearing up to release the first part of his long-awaited period crime thriller film "Viduthalai" on March 31st in theaters worldwide. ## The maverick filmmaker will team up with actor Suriya for the highly-anticipated film "Vaadivasal" after completing "Viduthalai Part 2" which will release later this year. Once the director wraps up his current commitments, he is likely to team up with Thalapathy Vijay for what could be a watershed moment in Tamil cinema. ## Vetrimaaran said in one of the interviews previously that Thalapathy Vijay was ready to collaborate with him once he finishes his current projects. Now, director and actor Thamizh, who is a vital part of Viduthalai has reportedly confirmed this eagerly-awaited collaboration of Thalapathy and Vetrimaaran. ## During a recent interaction with a leading channel, Thamizh said, "I hear that Vijay's film with Vetrimaaran is confirmed. Vijay gave a nod to the line narrated by Vetrimaaran sir. I have no idea about the Vetrimaaran-Kamal project".## Though the project is seemingly confirmed, it may take a long time before getting started. Vetrimaaran is keen to start "Vada Chennai 2" after Suriya's "Vaadivasal". Thalapathy Vijay, on the other hand, is currently shooting for Lokesh Kanagaraj's "Leo" and will next reunite with director Atlee for Thalapathy 68. ## Stay tuned...

Ravi Teja's Pan India Film 'Tiger Nageswara Rao' To Release Worldwide On October 20, 2023
1187 days ago
Tollywood

Ravi Teja's Pan India Film 'Tiger Nageswara Rao' To Release Worldwide On October 20, 2023

Hyderabad, March 29 - Telugu actor Ravi Teja's maiden Pan India movie Tiger Nageswara Rao, directed by Vamsee has been confirmed to release on October 20, on the occasion of Dushehra 2023. ## The film is set in the 1970s and is based on the life of the infamous titular thief from a village called Stuartpuram. According to news reports, a massive 5-acre land was used to construct the sets of the village for the movie.## Ravi Teja has played the titular role of Tiger Nageswara Rao in the film which also stars Nupur Sanon and Gayathri Bharadwaj as the female leads and Renu Desai in a significant role. ## The period action drama film, produced by Abhishek Agarwal, will be clashing with Ram Pothineni and Boyapati Seenu's untitled Pan India film at the box office. GV Prakash Kumar has composed the music for TNR while R Madhie ISC is the cinematographer. ## This year it's going to be extra special for us all 😊#TigerNageswaraRao’s HUNT begins on October 20th :))) pic.twitter.com/vCOXJdiZ9k— Ravi Teja (@RaviTeja_offl) March 29, 2023 ## Meanwhile, Ravi Teja is currently gearing up for the release of the action thriller "Ravanasura" which is slated for April 7 release.## Stay tuned...

Yash Raj Films' Mega Movie 'Tiger vs Pathaan' To Go On Floors In January 2024: Report
1187 days ago
Bollywood

Yash Raj Films' Mega Movie 'Tiger vs Pathaan' To Go On Floors In January 2024: Report

Mumbai, March 29 - Producer Aditya Chopra of Yash Raj Films is focussing on the take his ambitious spy universe to next level. After the mega-blockbuster success of Shah Rukh Khan-led "Pathaan" and the previous films in the spy universe, the stocks have increased for Salman Khan's "Tiger 3" which arrives on Diwali this year. ## "Tiger 3" will be just a trailer of what is coming next from YRF in this particular universe. The studio is already working on "War 2" starring Hrithik Roshan which is expected to start rolling out later this year. In 2024, YRF will roll out its biggest movie and possibly the biggest Bollywood title "Tiger vs Pathaan". ## Taking inspiration from "Batman vs. Superman" and "Captain America vs. Iron Man", Tiger vs Pathan will see two giant forces of Indian cinema, Salman Khana and Shah Rukh Khan taking on each other. YRF is yet to announce this mega movie officially but it is already in development with Aditya Chopra himself has developed the story along with Shridhar Raghavan. ## Now, according to Bollywood Hungama, YRF is planning to take "Tiger vs Pathaan" on floors in January 2024, and in all probability, it will be released in 2025 on a grand scale worldwide. Aditya Chopra is going to keep all details under wraps because this is the biggest Bollywood film that the industry has attempted to make in a long, long time. ## Meanwhile, "Tiger 3" which also stars Katrina Kaif and Emraan Hashmi in prominent roles, will feature a cameo of SRK as Pathaan, and the shoot for the same is expected to take place next month. It will be the final schedule before the team call wraps it. ## Stay tuned...

NTR 30 Gets Bigger With New Powerful Crew Addition
1187 days ago
Tollywood

NTR 30 Gets Bigger With New Powerful Crew Addition

Hyderabad, March 29 - Telugu superstar Jr. NTR's next action drama film NTR 30 with director Koratala Siva is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated movies with the inclusion of a super solid cast and crew.## Recently, the makers announced that the famous Hollywood action choreographer Kenny Bates has joined the team and is currently choreographing major action sequences with the team. Bates, who had previously worked on Indian films like 2.0 and Saaho, is known for his work in Hollywood films like Transformers and Rambo III.## NTR 30 is a VFX-heavy film and to make it a once-in-a-lifetime experience, the makers have now announced that Brad Minnich, who is well-known for his works in Zack Synder's Justice League, Aquaman, and Batman Vs. Superman would be the VFX supervisor for crucial sequences in NTR 30.## Director Koratala Siva is under pressure after the massive failure of "Acharya", but this time, he seems to be hellbent to deliver something big with his upcoming film and promised that it will be his best work to date.## Produced by Sudhakar Mikkilineni and Harikrishna K through Yuvasudha Arts and presented by Nandamuri Kalyan Ram under his banner NTR Arts, "NTR 30" features Janhvi Kapoor as the female lead along with Saif Ali Khan as the lead antagonist. The in-form and talk of the town, Anirudh Ravichander is the music composer of the film.## NTR 30 was recently launched and the regular shoot will start in the next few days. It will be released on April 5, 2024, in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada, languages.## #BradMinnich will be the VFX supervisor for crucial sequences in #NTR30 💥💥Get ready for a stunning visual treat on the Big Screens 🤩#NTR30Begins@tarak9999 #JanhviKapoor #KoratalaSiva @NANDAMURIKALYAN @anirudhofficial @YuvasudhaArts pic.twitter.com/LUdpwNuNFe— NTR Arts (@NTRArtsOfficial) March 28, 2023 ## Stay tuned...

Hindi Dubbed Version of Telugu Movie 'Jaya Janaki Nayaka' Creates Record On YouTube
1187 days ago
Youtube

Hindi Dubbed Version of Telugu Movie 'Jaya Janaki Nayaka' Creates Record On YouTube

Hyderabad, March 29 - Director Boyapati Srinu's action drama film Jaya Janaki Nayaka starring Bellamkonda Sreenivas is getting an excellent response on YouTube with its Hindi version Khoonkhar and has become the most watched film ever in the world. ## The dubbed Hindi version of the film has crossed 700 million views on YouTube, becoming the most-watched film ever. It was uploaded on Pen Movies' YouTube Channel in 2018, one year after the official Telugu release. So far, the Hindi version has scored 709 million views and is a massive blockbuster on YouTube. ## Meanwhile, the Yash-fronted KGF: Chapter 1 Hindi version is not far away and is likely to become the most-watched film on YouTube in a couple of months. Released two years ago on Goldmines YouTube channel, KGF has scored 703 million views so far. Including 192 million views of the 4K release, KGF is nearing 900 million views overall. ## The third most-watched dubbed Hindi version is Sita Ram starring Bellamkonda Srinivas, Kajal Aggarwal, and Sonu Sood in the lead roles. Directed by Teja, the movie has scored 588 million views on RKD Studios' YouTube channel. ## Stay tuned...

Shah Rukh Khan Rumoured To Be Playing A Cameo In Priyanka Chopra, Katrina Kaif, Alia Bhatt's 'Jee Le Zaraa'
1188 days ago
Bollywood

Shah Rukh Khan Rumoured To Be Playing A Cameo In Priyanka Chopra, Katrina Kaif, Alia Bhatt's 'Jee Le Zaraa'

Mumbai, March 28 - Director Farhan Akhtar recently came up with good news that he had started location scouting for his much-awaited road trip drama film Jee Le Zaraa starring Priyanka Chopra, Alia Bhatt, and Katrina Kaif in the lead roles. ## Now, there are rumors that superstar Shah Rukh Khan will be playing a cameo experience in the film. SRK, who made a roaring comeback with mega-blockbuster "Pathaan", played cameo roles in Ayan Mukerji's "Brahmastra Part One: Shiva" and R Madhavan's "Rocketry: The Nambi Effect". ## There are no confirmed reports regarding SRK's cameo in "Jee Le Zaraa" but it could give a major push to the film if he indeed plays the role as his cameo performances in the aforementioned two films were the major highlights. ## The script is written by Zoyaa Akhtar, Farhan Akhtar, and Reema Kagti while it will be produced by Reema Kagti, Zoya Akhtar, Ritesh Sidhwani, and Farhan Akhtar under their banners Tiger Baby, and Excel Entertainment. The shoot will start soon. ## Stay tuned...

Ajay Devgn's 'Maidaan' Officially Postponed To June 23; Teaser To Be Attached With 'Bholaa'
1188 days ago
Bollywood

Ajay Devgn's 'Maidaan' Officially Postponed To June 23; Teaser To Be Attached With 'Bholaa'

Mumbai, March 28 - Ajay Devgn-fronted sports biopic Maidaan has officially been postponed from May 12 release and will now be hitting theaters worldwide on June 23 in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu languages. ## The Amit Sharma-directed flick has already been postponed multiple times due to the covid-19 pandemic and the delay in the post-production work. It was recently reported that there is still work pending on the VFX front, so the postponement was inevitable. ## Meanwhile, the teaser of "Maidaan" will be released on March 30 and it will be attached to the prints of Ajay Devgn-fronted and starrer "Bholaa" in theaters across the country. The actor took to Twitter and shared a brand-new poster with a new release date and teaser announcement.## Produced by Bayview Projects, and Zee Studios, "Maidaan" is based on the golden era of Indian football (1952–1962). It stars Ajay Devgn as football coach Syed Abdul Rahim along with Priyamani, Rudranil Ghosh, and Gajraj Rao in key roles.## One Man. One Belief. One Spirit. Based on a true story. #Maidaan mein utrega saara India. Teaser out on 30th March.#PriyamaniRaj @raogajraj @iAmitRSharma @arrahman pic.twitter.com/vZZxmfyMqD— Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) March 28, 2023 ## Stay tuned...

James Gunn Hypes Up the Extended Runtime of 'Guardians of the Galaxy 3'
1189 days ago
Hollywood

James Gunn Hypes Up the Extended Runtime of 'Guardians of the Galaxy 3'

Los Angeles, March 27 - Marvel Studios' next blockbuster Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 from director James Gunn is getting ready to release on May 5 this year. The superhero flick will be the longest film in the franchise with reported runtime of around 2 hours and 29 minutes. ## Guardians of the Galaxy 3 is set to end the team's run in the MCU on a highly emotional note, giving fans the last story ever with this iteration of the intergalactic team of misfits. It might also be the last MCU film for James Gunn since he is now the co-head of DC Studio and is already working towards DC Films. ## Meanwhile, the longer runtime of GoTG3 has come as a surprise to many, however, Gunn revealed that it was necessary and promised that it will be worth it. The filmmaker took to Twitter to share about the extended runtime and respond to a user who asked if the movie is actually 2 hours and 29 minutes. ## "It's around that long, although that's not yet exact. And, I promise, not a second is wasted. There's no fat. It was necessary to experience the full arc for every major Guardians character, not only for this film, but for the trilogy (or, I should say, trilogy plus)", he said.## The movie stars an ensemble cast featuring Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldaña, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Pom Klementieff, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Sean Gunn, Chukwudi Iwuji, Will Poulter, Elizabeth Debicki, Maria Bakalova, and Sylvester Stallone. In the film, the Guardians embark on a mission to protect Rocket (Cooper). ## Stay tuned...

Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar On Course To Cross 200 Crores At The Worldwide Box Office
1189 days ago
Bollywood

Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar On Course To Cross 200 Crores At The Worldwide Box Office

Mumbai, March 27 - Ranbir Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor-fronted Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar is all set to cross the 200 crores gross mark at the global box office. ## The romantic comedy, directed by Luv Ranjan, is in its 3rd week and continues to put a stronghold on a decent collection. At the end of its third weekend, TJMM stands at approx. 193 crores worldwide, including approx. 153 crores at the domestic and approx. 40 crores overseas box office. ## Produced by Luv Films and T-Series, TJMM should be able to cross the 200 crores mark at the end of its third week or in 23 days. It will be Ranbir Kapoor's 5th film to cross 200 crores worldwide, after "Sanju" (588 cr.), "Brahmastra" (431 cr.), "Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani" (318 cr.), and "Ae Dil Hai Mushkil" (240 cr.).## On the other hand, Shraddha Kapoor will have her 3rd film in the 200 crores club after "Saaho" (451 cr.) and "Chhichhore" (211 cr.). TJMM is Shraddha's first film in almost three years since "Baaghi 3" (2020) also it is the first time she has been paired with Ranbir Kapoor.## TJMM is the second Bollywood film in 2023 to breach the 100 crores net as well as gross mark after superstar Shah Rukh Khan's mega-blockbuster "Pathaan" which has grossed approx. 1050 crores so far.## Stay tuned...

RC15: Ram Charan's Political Thriller Film With Director Shankar Titled 'Game Changer'
1189 days ago
Tollywood

RC15: Ram Charan's Political Thriller Film With Director Shankar Titled 'Game Changer'

Hyderabad, March 27 - Telugu superstar Ram Charan's maiden film with director Shankar has been titled Game Changer. It is a political action thriller that also stars Kiara Advani as the female lead and SJ Suryah in a prominent role. ## There were rumors that "RC15" might be titled CEO, however, the makers come up with a completely different title which piqued the excitement. Produced by Dil Raju and Shirish under the banner of Sri Venkateswara Creations. ## The title was announced on the occasion of Ram Charan's 38th birthday today. Meanwhile, the shoot is currently happening at a brisk pace. The release date is not locked yet but rumours are making the rounds that it might be released in March 2024.## ## Stay tuned...

Box Office: John Wick 4 Bows To Sensational $135+ Million Worldwide Opening Weekend
1190 days ago
Hollywood

Box Office: John Wick 4 Bows To Sensational $135+ Million Worldwide Opening Weekend

Los Angeles, March 26 - Make a way for Baba Yaga, aka John Wick who has just crushed the projection with a spectacular opening at the box office. ## The Keanu Reeves-fronted action thriller John Wick: Chapter 4 smashed the opening weekend with $137.5 million at the worldwide box office, the biggest in the franchise. The film blasted off the projections which were indicating the opening of $115 million. ## John Wick 4 opened at 3855 theaters domestically (North America) and grossed a gigantic $73.5 million in the 3-day opening weekend, which is 29% more than "John Wick 3" (2019). It is also the biggest opening for an R-Rated film in the post-covid era. ## Overseas, John Wick 4 also scored above projections, grossing a super solid $64 million over a 5-day weekend. As per Variety, it debuted at No. 1 in each of the 71 international markets where it opened, including India where it grossed an estimated $3.50 million over the 3-day weekend. Allied to $73.5 million in North America, the opening of $137.5 million is the biggest in the John Wick franchise and the biggest for Keanu Reeves since "The Matrix Reloaded". ## Top international markets of the film are as follows - 1. the UK ($6.7M), 2. Germany ($5.5M), 3. Australia ($4.7M), 4. Mexico ($4.2M), 5. India ($3.5M), 6. Brazil ($2.9M), 7. France ($2.7M), 8. Taiwan ($2.4M), and 9. The Philippines ($2M).## Stay tuned...

SSMB28: Mahesh Babu's Film With Trivikram Confirmed For Sankranthi 2024 Release
1190 days ago
Tollywood

SSMB28: Mahesh Babu's Film With Trivikram Confirmed For Sankranthi 2024 Release

Hyderabad, March 26 - Mahesh Babu's action drama film with director Trivikram Srinivas has officially been postponed from August 11, 2023, and will now be released on January 13 on the occasion of Sankranthi 2024.## The postponement of SSMB28 was almost certain since a lot of shoot is still pending and also after Megastar Chiranjeevi's "Bholaa Shankar" was announced for the August 11 release. The yet-untitled film, however, will have to face stiff competition with Prabhas-fronted "Project K" which will be released on January 12. ## Mahesh Babu and Trivikram Srinivas are teaming up after 12 years. The film has Pooja Hegde as the female lead, reuniting with Mahesh Babu after "Maharshi". The new release of "SSMB28" was announced with an intriguing poster featuring Mahesh Babu in a stylish and intense avatar. ## The Reigning Superstar @urstrulymahesh in an all new MASS avatar is all set to meet you with #SSMB28 in theatres from 13th January 2024 worldwide! 🤩#SSMB28FromJAN13 🎬🍿#Trivikram @hegdepooja @sreeleela14 @MusicThaman @vamsi84 #PSVinod @NavinNooli #ASPrakash @haarikahassine pic.twitter.com/qqXjnJphqH— Haarika & Hassine Creations (@haarikahassine) March 26, 2023 ## Anbu-Arivu, the famous action choreographer duo is handling the stunt choreography of "SSMB28. S Thaman has composed music. PS Vinod is the cinematographer, AS Prakash art director and Navin Nooli is the editor. ## Stay tuned...