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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Prabhas, Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Spirit Shoot Begins
212 days ago
Tollywood

Prabhas, Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Spirit Shoot Begins

Mumbai, November 23 - Pan India superstar Prabhas-fronted cop action thriller Spirit has finally kicked off filming after months of speculations. Directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the movie also stars Tripti Dimri, Vivek Oberoi, Kanchana and Prakash Raj in prominent roles. Produced by T-Series and Bhadrakali Pictures, Spirit Shoot began with a traditional Muhurat puja, graced by Megastar Chiranjeevi as special guest. Tripti Dimri also attended the ceremony alongside producers Bhushan Kumar, Pranay Reddy Vanga, and Shiv Chanana, as well as Sandeep Vanga. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Shoot prarambham! 📽️🔥India’s biggest superstar Prabhas’s “SPIRIT” is now ON FLOORS!A massive start led by Bhushan Kumar & Sandeep Reddy Vanga. Muhurat puja graced by Prabhas, Triptii Dimri, Pranay Reddy Vanga, Shiv Chanana & Megastar Chiranjeevi as special guest. 🙏🔥… pic.twitter.com/ZMqENQGo9s— T-Series (@TSeries) November 23, 2025 Superstar Prabhas also graced the ceremony, but the makers didn't disclose his look, as they haven't released any pictures of him. The movie has been in pre-production for some time, and the makers recently released a unique sound story to get things going. Prabhas recently completed his look test for this highly-awaited film, marking a crucial step forward in the film's production journey. It marks his first collaboration with Vanga, and expectations are sky-high. The film is said to feature Prabhas in a gritty, high-impact role, with Vanga promising a raw, emotional, and action-heavy narrative. Stay tuned...

Ajay Devgn's Drishyam 3 Is Finally Set To Go On Floors; Details Revealed
212 days ago
Bollywood

Ajay Devgn's Drishyam 3 Is Finally Set To Go On Floors; Details Revealed

Mumbai, November 22 - Ajay Devgn-fronted crime suspense thriller Drishyam is among the most celebrated franchises with ever-growing popularity. Originally made in Malayalam, the Hindi remake took it to the next level, and now, the buzz for Drishyam 3 is at an all-time high. While the original Malayalam version of Drishyam 3, starring Mohanlal, has already gone on floors, the preparations are being made to start rolling the Hindi version. The film was supposed to start shooting in October this year, but was delayed for some reason. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) According to the latest reports, Abhishek Pathak's directorial will go on floors in the second week of December. The first schedule of the film is planned to shoot in Yash Raj Films studio in Mumbai, starting from December 12. The pre-production work is going on, and the makers are finally ready to roll on the floors soon. Zootopia 2 Poised To Become Biggest Hollywood Grosser Post-Pandemic In China The franchise (Hindi) was kicked off in 2015, following the original Malayalam blockbuster in 2013. It became a sleeper hit and gained cult status, which led to the massive success of the second instalment in 2022, which was again the remake of Mohanlal's starrer, which released directly on OTT in 2021. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Drishyam 3 brings Ajay Devgn back as Vijay Salgaonkar, a 9th-fail but clever theatre owner, alongside Shriya Saran, Ishita Dutta, and Mrunal Jadhav. Akshaye Khanna will also reportedly reprise his role as IG Tarun Ahlawat IPS from Drishyam 2. The film is announced to hit the big screens on October 2, 2026. Stay tuned...

Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Pandey's Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri Gets An Entertaining Official Teaser
213 days ago
Bollywood

Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Pandey's Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri Gets An Entertaining Official Teaser

Mumbai, November 22 - Bollywood heartthrob Kartik Aaryan returns to his strong romantic comedy genre with Dharma Productions' Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, co-starring Ananya Pandey. Directed by Sameer Vidwans, the movie is scheduled to release on December 25 on the occasion of Christmas. On Saturday, the makers kicked off the promotion by releasing the official teaser. In the movie, Kartik plays Ray, while Ananya plays Rumi, and together, they are ready to melt hearts with their charming chemistry. The teaser promises a fun ride filled with a lot of heart and humour. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Produced by Dharma Productions and Namah Pictures, TMMTMTTM is expected to become a festive favourite this Christmas. The first time pairing of Kartik and Ananya has already created a strong buzz among the fans, especially among the young audience. TMMTMTTM marks the second collaboration between Kartik and director Sameer Vidwans after 2023's rom-com Satyaprem Ki Katha, which became a box office hit. The duo is expected to create the magic again with the upcoming film on a bigger scale and with high anticipation. Stay tuned...

Zootopia 2 Set To Explode At The China Box Office: Poised To Become Biggest Hollywood Grosser Post-Pandemic
213 days ago
Hollywood

Zootopia 2 Set To Explode At The China Box Office: Poised To Become Biggest Hollywood Grosser Post-Pandemic

Mumbai, November 22 - Disney's highly-awaited animated buddy cop comedy film Zootopia 2 is off to a phenomenal start in China, scoring one of the biggest pre-sales for a Hollywood release. The advance bookings of the movie have surpassed all previous Hollywood animated releases in the country. According to reports, Zootopia 2 pre-sales are the strongest for a Hollywood title in China in the post-pandemic era, and overall, are behind only the last two Avengers movies. The response reflects China's enduring love for the original Zootopia, which remains a cultural favourite nearly a decade after its release. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) As per the analyst, the film is on track to score $200+ million over its 5-day opening weekend in the country, with independent Chinese trackers projecting it to gross over $300 million over its lifetime run. Given the pre-sales trend and box office projection, Zootopia 2 is set to become the highest-grossing Hollywood movie in China, beating Avatar: The Way of Water ($247 million) in the post-COVID era. Akhanda 2 Pre-Release Business: Nandamuri Balakrishna's Sequel Sets Massive Break-Even Target Worldwide The sequel's popularity is also being fuelled by China's booming animation market, where audiences have been gravitating towards well-known IPs and emotionally familiar characters. The return of Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde has driven strong engagement, especially among young adult audiences who have kept social media buzzing since the pre-sales opened. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) In the movie, Rookie cops Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde are sent on a make-or-break mission by Chief Bogo that has them coming face-to-face with mysterious pit viper Gary De'Snake, whose arrival disrupts the balance of the metropolis. To solve the case while contending with the Zootopia Police Department and other parties, they must go undercover in new parts of town, testing their partnership while dealing with a conspiracy regarding the other reptiles near Zootopia. It will be released on November 25 in China. Stay tuned...

Laalo Krishna Sada Sahaayate Heads For Historic 100 Crore Gross Box Office Collection
213 days ago
Bollywood

Laalo Krishna Sada Sahaayate Heads For Historic 100 Crore Gross Box Office Collection

Mumbai, November 22 - Gujarati devotional drama Laalo Krishna Sada Sahaayate continues its strong box office run and is now heading towards the historic 100 crores gross collection. The movie has started its 7th weekend with a gross collection of over 2 crores. Laalo had a dismal start with the opening week collection of just around 40 lakh. It showed some momentum in the third week with a growth of over 100%, before exploding in the 4th week to an over 1800% jump, which is unheard of for any film. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by Ankit Sakhiya, Laalo has grossed approximately 77 crores through the 7th Friday (43rd day), on which it minted 2.25 crores gross. The weekend collection is heading for around 10 crores, which puts the film firmly on course to cross 100 crores gross by the next weekend. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) This will be a historic first century for a Gujarati cinema. Before Laalo, the highest-grossing Gollywood movie was Chaal Jeevi Laiye, which minted around 50 crores gross. In fact, until 2025, the entire Gollywood film industry hadn't scored 100 crores combined in a single year, and now, the rare milestone is about to be breached by a single title. Reeva Rachh, Shruhad Goswami, Karan Joshi, Mishty Kadecha and others, Laalo is about a rickshaw driver who is trapped in a Farmhouse and confronts his past demons while experiencing visions of Lord Krishna, who guides him through a transformative journey of self-discovery and healing. Stay tuned...

Ali Abbas Zafar Ropes In Aaishvary Thackeray Alongside Ahaan Pandey and Sharvari Wagh For His Next Action Entertainer
213 days ago
Bollywood

Ali Abbas Zafar Ropes In Aaishvary Thackeray Alongside Ahaan Pandey and Sharvari Wagh For His Next Action Entertainer

Mumbai, November 21 - Director Ali Abbas Zafar is looking to bounce back strongly after the box office debacle of his last directorial, Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, starring Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff. This time, the filmmaker is banking on young faces to get back on winning ways. It has been reported but confirmed that Ali's next directorial will be headlined by Saiyaara breakout star Ahaan Pandey, and the homegrown YRF talent Sharvari Wagh. Ahaan has already started prep for his role, which is said to be intense. Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar Creates Strong Buzz: Trailer Storms To Over 200 Million Views Now, as per the latest reports, actor Aaishvary Thackeray, who has become one of the most exciting young names after impressing audiences with his powerful performance in Anurag Kashyap's Nishaanchi, has been roped in to play the antagonist in Zafar's untitled romantic action entertainer. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Produced by Yash Raj Films, the film will see Thackeray facing off against Ahaan Panday, setting up a thrilling and intense showdown between two promising young talents. With both actors leaving their marks with their directorial ventures, this upcoming film has become one of the ones to watch for. Prabhas Set To Shake Up the North American Box Office With The Raja Saab Ali got an unexpected setback last year when Bade Miyan Chote Miyan bombed at the box office. However, the Sultan director's next directorial is already gaining a lot of excitement among the fans and is expected to mark his strong comeback. The shoot will commence in early next year as the makers are eying a late 2026 or 2027 release. Stay tuned...

Akhanda 2 Pre-Release Business: Nandamuri Balakrishna's Sequel Sets Massive Break-Even Target Worldwide
213 days ago
Tollywood

Akhanda 2 Pre-Release Business: Nandamuri Balakrishna's Sequel Sets Massive Break-Even Target Worldwide

Hyderabad, December 10 - The sequel to Nandamuri Balakrishna's action drama Akhanda is all set to hit the big screen on December 12 amid huge anticipation. The movie was originally scheduled to release a week earlier, but was postponed at the 11th hour due to financial hurdles. The first movie, released in 2021, was a big blockbuster and also marked NBK's entry into the 100 crores club. After the big success of Akhanda, Balakrishna hasn't put a foot wrong, and now, the stakes for Akhanda 2 are higher than before. The makers are going all out to promote the film nationwide as they anticipate it to turn a money spinner for them. Top 10 Most Popular Indian Movies of 2025 On IMDb Directed by Boyapati Srinu, Akhanda's pre-release business is being locked, and the early numbers suggest that the movie will require unanimous audience support to break even. According to the reports, the film's theatrical rights have been sold for nearly 100 crores in the Telugu states, including 55 crores in Andhra Pradesh. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Needless to say, the pre-release business of the film is the highest ever for Balakrishna in the home market. Additionally, the rest of India business is reportedly locked at 8 crores while overseas business is around 15 crores. With a total theatrical business of over 120 crores worldwide, Akhanda 2 will need to gross over 225 crores to break even and become a box office hit. Prabhas Gears Up To Shoot For Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Spirit: Big Update Revealed For the record, NBK's highest-grossing movie is Veera Simha Reddy, which was released just after Akhanda, and grossed approximately 130 crores worldwide. The buzz for Akhanda 2 is huge, but it isn't guaranteed for the film's success, especially if the word of mouth is not positive. As has been seen in the past, Telugu movies tend to scummed pretty quickly if the audience reception is not highly favourable. Produced by 14 Reels Plus Entertainment and IVY Entertainment, the film stars Balakrishna in a dual role alongside Samyuktha Menon, Aadhi Pinisetty, Harshaali Malhotra, and others in prominent roles. The movie is scheduled to release on December 5, with previews planned a day before, in multiple languages. Stay tuned...

Ajay Devgn's Much-Awaited Action Adventure Ranger Gets A Release Date; Update On Official Title
213 days ago
Bollywood

Ajay Devgn's Much-Awaited Action Adventure Ranger Gets A Release Date; Update On Official Title

Mumbai, November 21 - Mission Mangal director Jagan Shakti has teamed with Bollywood star Ajay Devgn for an action adventure, tentatively titled Ranger. The movie has been in production for some time, and now, the release date for the same has also been locked. According to Bollywood Hungama, the highly-awaited film will hit the big screens on December 4, 2026, as the film will be fully ready by then. The movie also stars Sanjay Dutt and Tamannaah Bhatia in prominent roles, giving the film a major boost. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Over the last few years, December first week has been highly effective at the Indian box office. Last year, it was Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2: The Rule, which stormed the box office, before Ranbir Kapoor's Animal ruled the roost in 2023 with massive success. This year, Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar is slated to release on December 4, and the buzz is palpable for the same. Meanwhile, the makers are extremely excited about Ranger, which marks Ajay Devgn's grand return to hardcore action. The movie pits him against Sanjay Dutt in a full-blown action entertainer for the first time. Meanwhile, Tamannaah Bhatia, too, has a crucial and intriguing role, which will come as a pleasant surprise to the audience. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) While the movie is being hyped as Ranger by fans and media, the reports revealed that it is not the official title, and is just the working title. The call on what the film would be titled will be taken by the makers in due course. It is produced by Ajay Devgn, Luv Ranjan, Ankur Garg and Anand Pandit. Stay tuned...

Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar Creates Strong Buzz: Trailer Storms To Over 200 Million Views
214 days ago
Bollywood

Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar Creates Strong Buzz: Trailer Storms To Over 200 Million Views

Mumbai, November 21 - After the huge success of URI in 2019, director Aditya Dhar returns with his next directorial in the form of action thriller Dhurandhar, and the trailer of it has exploded across the internet, crossing a massive 200 million views across social media platforms, marking one of the strongest digital responses for a Bollywood film this year. The electrifying reception signals that the Ranveer Singh-fronted spectacle is well on its way to becoming one of the most talked-about releases of the year. The trailer, packed with gritty visuals, high-octane action, and Singh and the rest of the cast in a fierce, rugged avatar, has ignited a wave of enthusiasm among fans and industry watchers alike. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Violence never looked this iconic 🔥Trailer out now.đź”— - https://t.co/sEbRdYq9y6#Dhurandhar in cinemas on 5th December.@RanveerOfficial #AkshayeKhanna @duttsanjay @ActorMadhavan @rampalarjun #SaraArjun @bolbedibol @AdityaDharFilms #JyotiDeshpande @LokeshDharB62 #JioStudios… pic.twitter.com/ECU0RRYURT— Jio Studios (@jiostudios) November 20, 2025 The trailer is getting high praise for the scale, intensity, and raw energy showcased in the footage, with fans calling it Ranveer's most powerful transformation since Padmaavat and Gully Boy. Particularly striking is the film's atmosphere, dark and relentless, offering a glimpse into a narrative built on vengeance, conflict, and high-stakes drama. Director Dhar's signature world-building, combined with the magnetic screen presence of the powerful star cast, which also includes Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, R. Madhavan, and Sara Arjun, has amplified curiosity around the film’s storyline and character arcs. Prabhas Set To Shake Up the North American Box Office With The Raja Saab The trailer's blazing response across Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, and X (Twitter) has also sparked countless fan edits, reaction videos, and breakdowns, turning Dhurandhar into a trending topic for days. Crossing 200 million views suggests exceptional interest, further boosting the film's pre-release hype. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Backed by Jio Studios and B62 Studios, Dhurandhar, with its powerful visuals and scale, aims to deliver an intense cinematic experience that blends emotional depth with sharp action. As anticipation builds up, the film is clearly shaping up to be one of the biggest theatrical events of the year. All eyes now remain on how this digital wave translates to the big screen when the film arrives in cinemas on December 5th. Stay tuned...

Siddhant Chaturvedi, Mrunal Thakur To Lead Imperfectly Perfect Love Story Do Deewane Seher Mein; Release Date Locked
214 days ago
Bollywood

Siddhant Chaturvedi, Mrunal Thakur To Lead Imperfectly Perfect Love Story Do Deewane Seher Mein; Release Date Locked

Mumbai, November 21 - Zee Studios and Bhansali Productions have joined hands with Ravi Udyawar to announce romantic drama Do Deewane Seher Mein, bringing together a refreshing on-screen pairing of Siddhant Chaturvedi and Mrunal Thakur to lead it. The film, which has already begun generating strong buzz across social platforms, is set to hit cinemas on 20 February 2026. Directed by Ravi Udyawar (MOM, Yudhra), the project marks an exciting addition to the 2026 theatrical lineup. It marks Udyawar and Siddhant's second film after Yudhra. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Do dil, ek seher, aur ek imperfectly perfect prem kahani! ❤️This Valentine's Day, isq se isq ho jayega! đź’•#DoDeewaneसहरMein - 20th Feb 2026@SiddyChats @mrunal0801 @IlaArun2 #RaviUdyawarFilms #BhansaliProductions @ZeeStudios_ #SanjayLeelaBhansali @prerna982 #UmeshKrBansal… pic.twitter.com/ts4yt5aL8r— BhansaliProductions (@bhansali_produc) November 21, 2025 The film boasts a powerful production lineup, headed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Prerna Singh, Umesh Kumar Bansal, and Bharat Kumar Ranga. With Bhansali's involvement, audiences naturally anticipate strong aesthetics, lush music, and a world that feels both intimate and cinematic. With two talented performers at the forefront and a seasoned creative team supporting the narrative, Do Deewane Seher Mein promises to be an emotionally rich and visually absorbing romantic journey. As it prepares for its theatrical release on 20 February 2026, anticipation is steadily rising for what could become one of the standout love stories of the year. Stay tuned...

How Much Profit James Gunn's Superman Movie Made? New DC Studio Report Reveals The Truth
214 days ago
Hollywood

How Much Profit James Gunn's Superman Movie Made? New DC Studio Report Reveals The Truth

Los Angeles, November 21 - A lot of rumours are floating around director James Gunn's Superman movie, which proved to be a loss venture for the studio, but a new DC Universe has emerged, which suggests otherwise. According to Screen Rant, Superman has made DC Studios more than $100 million in profit, and is approaching $150 million globally when all is said and done this year. The film grossed $616.50 million at the worldwide box office, with $262.4 million from the international market, while the $354.1 million came from domestic. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Prabhas Set To Shake Up the North American Box Office With The Raja Saab Starring David Corenswet as Man of Steel/Superman, Superman will end 2025 as the highest-grossing comic book film, surpassing all of Marvel Studios' releases. It is also the only superhero movie of the year to cross $600 million worldwide, with the second best being Marvel's The Fantastic Four: First Steps ($522 million). Written and directed by James Gunn, it is the first film in the DC Universe (DCU) and a reboot of the Superman film series. It marks the beginning of DCU's Chapter 1: "Gods and Monsters" slate. The movie also stars Rachel Brosnahan, Nicholas Hoult, Edi Gathegi, Anthony Carrigan, Nathan Fillion, and Isabela Merced. Stay tuned...

Ajay Devgn's Raid Franchise To Expand: Big Update On Raid 3 Revealed
214 days ago
Bollywood

Ajay Devgn's Raid Franchise To Expand: Big Update On Raid 3 Revealed

Mumbai, November 19 - After scoring big box office success with Raid (2018) and Raid 2 (2025), Bollywood star Ajay Devgn is all set to reunite with director Rajkumar Gupta for the third instalment of this crime thriller franchise next year. According to the report by Pinkvilla, the makers have been quietly developing the script for Raid 3 over the past few months, and are aiming to take it on floors in the second half of 2026. It is said that the conflict in the 3rd part is bigger than the earlier 2 films. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The stakes are much higher than before, and the raid itself will be designed in a bigger way. Ajay Devgn's character will face a situation unlike anything seen in the franchise so far, says the report. The pre-production will begin in mid-2026 once Ajay Devgn wraps up his ongoing commitments. The Raid franchise kicked off in 2018, which scored high praise from critics and audiences alike and went on to become a box office superhit with over 150 crores worldwide. The sequel, released earlier this year, was equally impactful and grossed over 235 crores worldwide to become a hit at the box office. Yash's KGF: Chapter 2 Teaser/Trailer Stands Tall Amid Global Phenomena On YouTube Ajay Devgn, meanwhile, will next be seen in the comedy entertainer Dhamaal 4, which will release in March next year. He also has an action-adventure Ranger in the production, while Golmaal 5 is in the pipeline to start production early next year. Stay tuned...