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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Salman Khan's Battle of Galwan Teaser Triggers Attention From China
173 days ago
Bollywood

Salman Khan's Battle of Galwan Teaser Triggers Attention From China

Mumbai, December 30 - The recently released teaser of superstar Salman Khan's war drama Battle of Galwan has managed to trigger attention from China. The movie, directed by Apoorva Lakhia, also stars Chitrangda Singh as the female lead alongside Zeyn Shaw, Ankur Bhatia, and Vipin Bhardwaj. The teaser is getting mixed reactions from Indian users, and at the same time, China's mouthpiece, Global Times, has reacted to the film, citing Chinese expert views. The movie is based on the events that took place between the Indian and Chinese troops at the Galwan region in June 2020, when 200 Indian soldiers bravely defended their territory against a force of 1200 Chinese Liberation Army soldiers. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) As per the Global Times, a Chinese expert said on Monday that "Bollywood films at most provide an entertainment-driven, emotionally charged portrayal, but no amount of cinematic exaggeration can rewrite history or shake the PLA's determination to defend China's sovereign territory". Produced by Salman Khan Films, Battle of Galwan features Salman Khan as Colonel Bikkumalla Santosh Babu of the Bihar Regiment, who led his life defending the Indian territory. The film is scheduled to release on April 17, 2026, in the theatres worldwide, as one of the marquee Indian releases of the year. Stay tuned...

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Episode 7 of Stranger Things 5 Turns Nightmare For Netflix: Here Is Why
173 days ago
Digital Media

Episode 7 of Stranger Things 5 Turns Nightmare For Netflix: Here Is Why

Los Angeles, December — One of the most loved web shows, Stranger Things, hits an unexpected rough patch for Netflix. Episode 7 of Season 5, the penultimate chapter titled The Bridge, has triggered massive backlash online, turning into what many are calling a nightmare for Netflix just days before the series finale. Soon after release, ST5 witnessed an unprecedented drop in audience ratings across major platforms. It became the lowest-rated season in the show's history, a shocking development for a show that has enjoyed near-universal acclaim over the years. For a penultimate episode, typically designed to peak tension and hype, the response was far below expectations. One of the biggest concerns for Netflix is the clear review bombing that followed Volume 2's release. Thousands of one-star ratings flooded IMDb and other platforms within hours, particularly for episode 7. This sudden surge in negative reactions significantly dragged down the episode's overall score and dominated online discourse. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) A backlash campaign for the show seemed to ignite after the sci-fi horror thriller series' penultimate episode, The Bridge, which features a scene in which Will Byers (Noah Schnapp) comes out as gay to his friends. The lengthy monologue came as the Hawkins gang geared up to face Vecna, the big bad from the Upside Down. The Bridge is now the lowest-rated episode of the entire Stranger Things show on IMDb, with a score of 5.4 out of 10. (It's the only episode below a 7.8, with most ranging between 8.6 and 9.2.) More than 96,000 users reviewed The Bridge episode on IMDb, while fewer than 50,000 people have rated most other episodes this season. The backlash for episode 7 has particularly been in the USA, where over 7K users gave 1-star ratings, followed by Saudi Arabia with 4K users. In India, 1.5K users have reviewed the episode with 1-star ratings. The recent episodes have dragged the season's Rotten Tomatoes score from the 70s down to 56%, a stark decline from the show's previous seasons. (For reference, the Season 4 Popcornmeter sits at 89%, Season 3 at 86%, Season 2 at 90% and Season 1 at 96%.) (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Why This Is a Nightmare for Netflix For Netflix, the situation is particularly damaging because Stranger Things is one of its flagship global brands. The backlash arrived right before the series finale, which might harm the overall viewership on the platform and also its box office prospects (the final episode will have a theatrical release in North America). The show's finale is scheduled to release on New Year's Eve, and as said, will have limited theatrical release. In India, it will drop on Netflix on January 1st at 6 AM. All eyes are now on Episode 8, and how the audience perceives it. Stay tuned...

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Dhurandhar Box Office (Worldwide): Becomes Highest-Grossing Indian Film In A Single Language
173 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar Box Office (Worldwide): Becomes Highest-Grossing Indian Film In A Single Language

Mumbai, December 30 - Director Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar continues to set new benchmarks for Indian cinema with a lifetime theatrical run. Having already crossed 1000 crores at the worldwide box office, the spy action thriller has now become the highest-grossing Indian title of all-time in a single language. The Ranveer Singh-starrer is the only non-multilingual Indian film to enter 1000 crores (without China). However, it was Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2 and Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan, which were the biggest Indian grossers in a single language, having crossed 1050+ crores each in the Hindi version at the worldwide box office, before Dhurandhar surpassed them. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The latest box office phenomenon has become the biggest Indian grosser of all-time in a single language, having already crossed the 1075 crores mark through the 4th Monday. The first of the two-part saga will enter 1100 crores worldwide by today or tomorrow. Overall, Dhurandhar is currently the 7th biggest Indian grosser when taking all versions. By the next weekend, it will become the biggest Bollywood grosser, by crossing Jawan's 1160 crores worldwide cume in all versions. Aamir Khan's Dangal, however, is currently the biggest Indian grosser with 2070 crores, but more than 1300 crores of its collection came from China, which is not a regular market for Indian films. Stay tuned...

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Jana Nayagan Advance Booking: Vijay's Political Actioner Hits 1 Crore Gross In Karnataka For Opening Day
174 days ago
Kollywood

Jana Nayagan Advance Booking: Vijay's Political Actioner Hits 1 Crore Gross In Karnataka For Opening Day

Bengaluru, December 29 – Thalapathy Vijay's much-anticipated political action drama Jana Nayagan has kick-started its advance booking on a powerful note in Karnataka. Despite a very limited showcasing so far, the film has already grossed around 1 crore for the opening day (January 9) in the state, sending strong early signals ahead of its theatrical release. The advance bookings of the film have opened only for 20+ early-morning shows across Karnataka. With such restricted showcasing, the film managing to touch the 1 crore gross mark underlines Vijay's massive fan base in the region and the extraordinary pre-release buzz surrounding the film. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Most of the available shows, particularly in Bengaluru, have reported fast-filling occupancies, with several screenings heading towards sold-out status within hours of bookings opening. This is a clear indication of explosive demand, and the numbers are expected to multiply significantly once full-day bookings and additional screens are opened closer to release. Directed by H Vinoth as a high-voltage political actioner, Jana Nayagan carries huge expectations, especially given that it is going to be the last film of Vijay's career as he enters politics after that. The film's booking momentum suggests that it could register one of the biggest openings for a Vijay starrer in non-Tamil markets, including Karnataka. Stay tuned...

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Kartik Aaryan To Reunite With Kabir Khan For A Sports-Adventure Film; Shoot Details Revealed
174 days ago
Bollywood

Kartik Aaryan To Reunite With Kabir Khan For A Sports-Adventure Film; Shoot Details Revealed

Mumbai, December 29 - Bollywood heartthrob Kartik Aaryan and director Kabir Khan are reportedly set to reunite after sports biopic Chandu Champion, which was released last year. The actor-director duo will be teaming up for a sports-adventure film set against the backdrop of Kashmir. According to the report by Bollywood Hungama, "Kartik and Kabir are teaming up for what could be a game-changer in the genre. It's a one of its kind sports adventure with a high production budget. Kartik will be undergoing rigorous training for the film". (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The shoot of the film will reportedly commence from February to October 2026 at multiple locations, and Kartik will undergo physical transformation for his part. The actor will start Khan's film after wrapping up Dharma Productions' creature comedy Nagzilla, which is currently on floors. Kartik has multiple films in the pipeline. He will reportedly be reuniting with director Anees Bazmee for horror comedy Bhool Bhulaiyaa 4, which is expected to start after Kabir Khan's film. He has also been in talks to reunite with Luv Ranjan for a rom-com. Meanwhile, the actor's Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri is currently playing in theatres in its first week. He will next be seen in Anurag Basu's musical romantic film, Tu Aashiqui Hai, which is scheduled to release in the first half of 2026. Stay tuned...

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James Cameron's Avatar Becomes the First Movie Trilogy to Surpass $6 Billion Globally After Thunderous Response to Avatar: Fire and Ash
174 days ago
Hollywood

James Cameron's Avatar Becomes the First Movie Trilogy to Surpass $6 Billion Globally After Thunderous Response to Avatar: Fire and Ash

Mumbai, December 29 - James Cameron's sci-fi epic Avatar franchise has scripted a historic moment at the box office, becoming the first movie trilogy ever to cross the $6 billion mark worldwide, after the thunderous response to the latest instalment, Avatar: Fire and Ash. The milestone has been achieved through the combined earnings of Avatar (2009), which grossed $2.92 billion (including re-release runs), Avatar: The Way of Water (2022), which scored $2.34 billion and Avatar: Fire and Ash (2025), which has so far grossed $760 million. Each chapter of the Pandora saga has been a massive theatrical event, drawing audiences across continents and setting new benchmarks for cinematic spectacle and scale. The original Avatar remains the biggest box office juggernaut of all time, having redefined global cinema with its groundbreaking 3D technology and immersive world-building. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Its sequel, The Way of Water, further cemented the franchise's legacy by emerging as another multi-billion-dollar blockbuster, proving that the magic of Pandora had not faded even after more than a decade. The newly released Avatar: Fire and Ash has now pushed the trilogy past the historic $6 billion milestone, despite the continued doubts over the franchise's future. The film has opened to a strong global start, registering impressive numbers across North America, Europe, and key Asian markets, including India. With $760 million through the second weekend, Avatar 3 is already among the biggest grossers of the year and is heading towards the $1 billion mark this week. As Avatar: Fire and Ash continues its theatrical run, the franchise's total is expected to climb even higher. With more Avatar films already in the pipeline, the Pandora saga shows no signs of slowing down, reinforcing its status as one of the most successful and influential film franchises in cinematic history. Stay tuned...

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Dhurandhar Box Office (Worldwide): Surpassed Kalki 2898 AD and Pathaan To Become the 7th Biggest Indian Grosser
174 days ago
Bollywood

Dhurandhar Box Office (Worldwide): Surpassed Kalki 2898 AD and Pathaan To Become the 7th Biggest Indian Grosser

Mumbai, December 29 - Jio Studios and B62 Studios' spy action thriller Dhurandhar continues its marvels-que theatrical run as it has become the seventh highest-grossing Indian film at the worldwide box office at the end of the 4th weekend, with so much more yet to come. The Ranveer Singh-starrer had the record 4th weekend for a Bollywood title, grossing 90+ crores worldwide. It crossed 1000 crores gross mark during the weekend, and eventually topped Prabhas' Kalki 2898 AD (1040+ crores) and Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan (1055 crores) to become the 7th biggest Indian grosser of all-time. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) In India, Dhurandhar has already become the biggest Bollywood grosser ever, reaching around 828 crores at the end of the 4th weekend (24 days), while its overseas performance also has not been less than been extraordary with a total so far of around 237 crores, for the worldwide cume of 1065+ crores. Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar will look to surpass Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan (1160 crores) by the next weekend, which will make it the biggest Bollywood grosser of all-time (without China collection). Aamir Khan's Dangal is the number 1 Indian film with over 2000 crores, including 1300 crores gross from China alone. Dhurandhar is headed to finish with 1200+ crores gross at the global box office, and is likely to end its theatrical run by becoming the 4th biggest Indian grosser of all-time, beating KGF: Chapter 2 (1215 crores) and RRR (1230 crores). The second part of Dhurandhar is scheduled to release on March 19, 2026, and given how massively the first part has performed, the upcoming film might set a new benchmark for Indian cinema. Stay tuned...

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Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri Box Office: Kartik Aaryan-starrer Scores Low First Weekend
174 days ago
Bollywood

Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri Box Office: Kartik Aaryan-starrer Scores Low First Weekend

Mumbai, December 29 - In the year where romantic films made the most at the box office, Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Pandey-starrer Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri seems to be going the opposite direction after the low opening weekend at the domestic box office. Directed by Sameer Vidwans, TMMTMTTM was originally scheduled to release in February 2026, before the makers moved the release date up twice, but the move didn't work due to poor reviews and competition with Dhurandhar and Avatar: Fire and Ash, which have dominated the month so far. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) TMMTMTTM opened in the 7-8 crores net range, that too on Christmas day and after the alleged feeding. The opening itself suggested the muted interest of moviegoers, and poor reviews further made its life difficult at the box office, as the movie remained flat throughout the opening weekend. As per estimates, the romantic comedy scored 23-24 crores in net collection over its 4-day opening weekend, one of the lowest for a Bollywood title featuring notable actors. With the debut itself on the lower side, the film will need a miracle to sustain, even on the lower side, as word of mouth doesn't seem to be in favour of it. Stay tuned...

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Spirit Release Date Buzz: Prabhas' Spirit First Look and Release Date To Be Unveiled On New Year
174 days ago
Tollywood

Spirit Release Date Buzz: Prabhas' Spirit First Look and Release Date To Be Unveiled On New Year

Hyderabad, December 29 – The excitement around superstar Prabhas' upcoming pan-India film Spirit continues to grow, and the latest update suggests that fans are in for a major update in the New Year 2026. According to an earlier report by Gulte.com, the makers have been planning a special New Year's surprise to set the tone for what is being touted as a gritty cop actioner. Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga has now confirmed that the first look of the film is dropping tonight, at 12 AM on January 1st. The filmmaker said to have done the principal shoot session for the first look of Prabhas recently. It is said that apart from the first look, the director might also unveil the release date of the film. He had also dropped the first look of his previous film Animal on New Year's night 2023 (Dec 31, 2022). (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Known for designing striking and discussion-worthy promotional material, Vanga is reportedly timing the reveal to create maximum impact. The first look is expected to showcase Prabhas in a never-seen-before intense avatar, which has remained a closely guarded secret since the film was announced. Although there is no official confirmation from the production house or the director yet, the buzz has already created a wave of excitement among fans across social media. Spirit marks Prabhas' first collaboration with Sandeep Reddy Vanga, making it one of the most awaited films in Indian cinema. Backed by T-Series and Bhadrakali Productions, the film is being developed as a large-scale pan-India action drama. Prabhas is reportedly playing a police officer, and the narrative is expected to be raw, gritty, and emotionally charged, elements that are signature to Vanga's filmmaking style. With shooting progressing and anticipation steadily building, a New Year first look would be a strategic move to place Spirit firmly in the spotlight. Also starring Tripti Dimri, Vivek Oberoi and Kanchana, the film is likely to be released in 2027. Stay tuned...

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Producer Reacts To Akshaye Khanna's Exit From Drishyam 3 and Confirms His Replacement
175 days ago
Bollywood

Producer Reacts To Akshaye Khanna's Exit From Drishyam 3 and Confirms His Replacement

Mumbai, December 27 - Akshaye Khanna, who has been riding on the success of Dhurandhar, gave a major shock to the makers of the upcoming suspense thriller Drishyam 3 by exiting the film at the last moment. It was reported that the actor demanded high remuneration, among others, which wasn't met and eventually led the actor to exit the film. Now, Drishyam 3's producer Kumar Mangat Pathak has reacted to the news, and he has blasted Akshaye Khanna for his unprofessional behaviour. Speaking to Bollywood Hungama, the producer revealed what went on behind the scenes, accusing the actor of making unreasonable demands and stating that he plans to sue him. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) "We had signed an agreement with Akshaye Khanna. His fees also got locked after a lot of renegotiations from his side. He insisted that he would like to wear a wig. But (director) Abhishek Pathak convinced him that it wouldn't be practical, as it would result in continuity issues since Drishyam 3 is a sequel. He understood his point and agreed to let go of that demand. However, the chamchas around him advised him that he would look smarter if he donned a wig. So, he again requested the same. Abhishek relented and was even ready to discuss this point with him. But then, he informed us that he doesn't want to be a part of the film at all", the producer told the portal. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Kumar Mangat Pathak further said that he gave Akshaye a chance in Article 375 (2019) and then Drishyam 2 (2022). He said that the actor was nothing before those films, but started getting big projects after the second instalment of the Ajay Devgn-led franchise. He even said that Akshaye liked the script of Drishyam 3 and confidently said that it is a 500 crore film, and signed the film and took the advances, but 10 days before the shoot commenced, he left the movie. The filmmaker also confirmed the casting of Jaideep Ahlawat, who has replaced Akshaye Khanna. Directed by Abhishek Pathak, the movie also stars Tabu, Shriya Saran, Ishita Dutta, Mrunal Jadhav, and Rajat Kapoor in key roles. It is scheduled to release on October 2, 2026. Stay tuned...

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Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri Box Office: Goes Down on Day 2 After Poor Opening
175 days ago
Bollywood

Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri Box Office: Goes Down on Day 2 After Poor Opening

Mumbai, December 27 - Dharma Productions and Namah Pictures' romantic-comedy Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri went down on the second day. Of course, the drop was expected since it had a Christmas release, but the opening itself was not-so-good with 7-8 crores net. Starring Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Pandey, TMMTMTTM failed to generate pre-release buzz, which was clearly visible in pre-sales (despite the sales being better than many other films, and you know the reason). The makers were still hopeful that the film's biz would pick up on Christmas Day, which didn't happen due to poor reviews and word of mouth. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The Sameer Vidwans' directorial, after failing to take a respectable start, went down by 30% to score 5-5.50 crores net on the second day, Friday, pushing total net collection to around 13 crores in 2 days. The film might pick up on Saturday and Sunday, but it will be hard for it to sustain beyond that because of the seemingly poor word of mouth. At the worldwide box office, TMMTMTTM has grossed around 19 crores. The film needs to score over 100 crores to be deemed successful, but it will be an uphill task for it reach there. It has been one of the weakest Christmas releases, and came up against Dhurandhar and Avatar 3, which have dominated the overall biz. The movie could still have performed had the content been good, but it didn't make any impact. Stay tuned...

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Battle of Galwan Release Date: Salman Khan-starrer Sets April 2026 Release
175 days ago
Bollywood

Battle of Galwan Release Date: Salman Khan-starrer Sets April 2026 Release

Mumbai, December 27 - Bollywood superstar Salman Khan's highly-awaited war drama film Battle of Galwan has confirmed its release date. Directed by Apoorva Lakhia, the film also stars Chitrangda Singh as the female lead alongside Ankur Bhatia and Abhilash Chaudhary in key roles. On the occasion of Salman's 60th birthday on December 27, the makers unveiled the teaser with the confirmation of the April 17, 2026, release date. BoG is based on the events that took place between the Indian and Chinese troops at the Galwan region on June 15, 2020, when 200 Indian soldiers bravely defended their territory against a force of 1200 Chinese Liberation Army soldiers. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Battle of Galwan is produced by Salman Khan Films, and it is shaping up to be one of the most-awaited films of the next year. The teaser directly shows the incident when the soldiers had a deadly confrontation in Galwan Valley. The film stars Salman as Colonel Bikkumalla Santosh Babu, who led his men bravely and was awarded the Maha Vir Chakra posthumously for his sacrifice. The movie is likely to have a solo release on April 17 after Yash Raj Films' Alpha was postponed to a later date. It is the first film of Salman since Sikandar, which was released on March 30 this year. The expectations are high for this upcoming film, which is one of the marquee releases of 2026. Stay tuned...

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