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BY CHRISTA LINCY

BookMyShow interest counts have become a reliable gauge for measuring ground-level hype in India. A high interest count often translates into massive advance bookings, and the latest data suggests that Yash's upcoming film, Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-ups, is currently on a record-breaking path. Ever since the trailer was released, the film has witnessed a significant spike in its interested count, which has now crossed the 800,000 mark. With approximately 15 days left until its theatrical release on August 26, 2026, it is expected to challenge the all-time records very soon. The buzz surrounding Toxic is particularly high because it marks Yash’s return to the big screen after the global success of KGF Chapter 2. Historically, Yash has shown an incredible ability to drive digital engagement; KGF Chapter 2 currently holds the third spot on the all-time list with 2.1 million interests. Given the current pace, Toxic is expected to comfortably enter the elite club of films with over 1 million interests before it hits the screens. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) To put these numbers into context, let us look at the current leaderboard of films that have managed to cross the 1 million interest mark on the platform. These films represent some of the biggest cinematic events in Indian history, with South Indian films largely dominating the top spots. 1. Vikram: 2.3M 2. Valimai: 2.2M 3. KGF Chapter 2: 2.1M 4. Pushpa 2: The Rule: 2M 5. Salaar: 1.8M 6. RRR: 1.7M 7. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion: 1.5M 8. Leo: 1.4M 9. Kalki 2898 AD: 1.2M 10. War 2: 1.1M Looking at this list, you can see that the competition is fierce. Kamal Haasan's Vikram and Ajith Kumar's Valimai remain the top two, but sequels like Pushpa 2 have also shown massive pre-release momentum. For Toxic to enter this top 10 list, it needs to surpass the 1.1 million mark currently held by War 2. Considering it has already secured over 800,000 interests and is seeing a daily surge following the trailer's positive reception, it is highly likely that the film will clear this gap within the next week.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

Akshay Kumar is reuniting with director Neeraj Pandey for the upcoming RD Burman biopic. According to a report by Bollywood Hungama, the actor has signed on for an extended cameo in the film, which features Farhan Akhtar in the lead role. This collaboration marks another project for the actor and director duo who have previously worked together on several acclaimed films. In a move that feels quite poetic, Akshay Kumar will be portraying the legendary Superstar Rajesh Khanna on the big screen. This casting is particularly special because Rajesh Khanna was the father-in-law of Akshay, and the makers felt he was the perfect choice to bring that era back to life. The dynamic between Rajesh Khanna and RD Burman was iconic in Indian cinema, and the production team is keen on recreating that chemistry for the modern audience. Given the family connection Akshay shares with Twinkle Khanna and Dimple Kapadia, he was considered the most obvious and fitting choice for the part. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The film is being produced under the banner of Excel Entertainment and marks another significant collaboration for Neeraj Pandey. Sources indicate that Akshay is extremely excited about playing this role, as he has always been a big fan of his late father-in-law. The actor has reportedly allotted ten days to shoot his portions, and the project is expected to officially hit the floors in October 2026. This adds another high-profile project to Akshay already busy slate and reunites him with the director who helped him deliver some of his most acclaimed performances. Apart from the lead and this special cameo, the makers are currently in the process of casting several other actors to play key figures from that golden era of the film industry. The RD Burman biopic is being designed as a sprawling tribute to the musician's life and his relationships with the superstars of his time. With Farhan Akhtar playing the lead and Akshay Kumar stepping into the shoes of Rajesh Khanna, the project is quickly becoming one of the most anticipated cinematic events of the coming years. As the production gets ready to start later this year, more updates regarding the supporting cast are expected to follow.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, August 10 - The Indian box office witnessed another fascinating week as Hollywood continued to dominate the conversation, led by the historic run of Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The Tom Holland-led Marvel blockbuster not only maintained its extraordinary momentum in its second weekend but also created history by becoming the highest-grossing non-Indian film ever in the country, surpassing Avatar: The Way of Water. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) At the same time, Lokesh Kanagaraj's acting debut DC: The Bloody Valentine delivered a surprisingly strong start, giving the weekend another talking point despite arriving with a much smaller footprint. Brand New Day was already rewriting the record books after its phenomenal opening week, and the second weekend only strengthened its position. The film collected around 96+ crore gross over its second weekend, taking its India gross to nearly 497 crore and comfortably surpassing Avatar: The Way of Water, which had finished with around 477.50 crore. The achievement makes Spider-Man: Brand New Day the first Hollywood film to breach the 500 crore gross mark in India. What makes Spider-Man's run even more impressive is the sheer consistency after its record-breaking opening. The film opened with around 72.50 crore gross on Thursday and went on to cross 300 crore net within just four days. It remained exceptionally strong in the second weekend, scripting history for Hollywood. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) While the Marvel movie dominated the box office, DC emerged as the surprise performer of the week. The Arun Matheswaran-directed Tamil action thriller, starring Lokesh Kanagaraj and Wamiqa Gabbi, opened at 5+ crore gross on Friday before jumping to 8+ crore on Saturday and 11 crore on Sunday. Its three-day India gross therefore stood at 24+ crore, representing a strong weekend for a film arriving without the scale or nationwide penetration of the major Hollywood blockbuster. The contrast between the two films makes the week's box-office story particularly interesting. Spider-Man: Brand New Day is operating at a completely different commercial level, breaking the biggest Hollywood records in the country and crossing 500 crore gross at an unprecedented pace. DC, meanwhile, has shown that a regional film with a distinct identity can still punch above its weight when audience interest translates into strong weekend growth.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Bengaluru, August 10 - Kannada superstar Yash's Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups is gearing up for its much-awaited theatrical release, with the Geetu Mohandas directorial arriving on the big screen after multiple delays. The film is one of the biggest Indian releases and carries huge expectations, particularly with Yash returning to cinemas after the blockbuster KGF franchise. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) As per the latest reports, Toxic has a reported theatrical runtime of 3 hours and 11 minutes (191 minutes). The film has also reportedly received an A certificate, making it an adult-rated action entertainer, which was expected. While the runtime and certification are yet to be officially confirmed by the makers, the reported 191-minute duration makes Toxic another major Indian film to cross the three-hour mark. Interestingly, movies exceeding three hours are slowly becoming a norm for big-star theatrical releases. Filmmakers are increasingly opting for longer runtimes to accommodate larger stories, elaborate action sequences and multiple characters, with audiences also showing a greater willingness to sit through lengthy films when the scale and content justify it. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Toxic features Yash in the lead alongside Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi, Tara Sutaria and Rukmini Vasanth in pivotal roles. The film promises a dark and stylised action-drama set against a gangster backdrop, with Geetu Mohandas bringing her distinct visual style to the project. Produced by KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, Toxic is scheduled to arrive in cinemas worldwide on August 26, 2026, in multiple Indian languages. With its reported A rating, three-hour-plus runtime and Yash headlining the film, Toxic is shaping up to be one of the more ambitious big-screen releases of the year.

BY JITU JANGIR

AJ Styles has spent more than two decades competing at the highest levels of professional wrestling, working across WWE, TNA, and New Japan Pro-Wrestling. Along the way, the former WWE Champion has developed a clear philosophy about what actually separates a great match from an ordinary one — and it has nothing to do with move counts. Speaking on The AJ Styles Show, Styles broke down his approach to match construction, explaining why he believes performers can get too caught up in packing their bouts with impressive sequences instead of asking a more fundamental question first. For Styles, the starting point of any match isn't "what can we do" — it's "what are we trying to say." "Let's not think about how many moves we can squeeze into this match," he said. Styles said the key is to keep one question at the center of the entire process, from the opening bell to the finish. "What's the story we're telling?" he said. "If we start doing that from beginning to end, the product's gonna elevate." Beyond structure, Styles emphasized that the best wrestling connects emotionally. It's not enough to execute a move correctly; the performer has to communicate what their character is feeling in that moment. "At the highest level, being able to communicate and make people feel what you're feeling is what it's all about," Styles said. That belief has taken on new significance as Styles steps into a backstage producing role within WWE, most recently working NXT matches and passing his experience on to the next generation of talent. Styles' comments double as advice for younger wrestlers trying to stand out early in their careers. In his view, performers can become so focused on cramming in impressive sequences that they lose sight of the bigger picture: connecting with the crowd. A wrestler can land every move cleanly, but if the audience doesn't understand the characters, the stakes, or the reason behind the action, something essential is still missing. Having performed at the top level across multiple promotions worldwide, Styles has seen how different wrestling environments approach the craft. Now, as he transitions into a behind-the-scenes role, that same philosophy is shaping how he mentors the wrestlers coming up behind him — not by teaching them how to hit a move, but by teaching them why it matters. For AJ Styles, greatness in the ring was never about doing more. It was always about telling a better story.

BY JITU JANGIR

Drew McIntyre's WWE comeback could have looked very different. After being released by WWE on June 12, 2014, McIntyre spent roughly three years rebuilding himself outside the company. He wrestled around the world under the name Drew Galloway and gradually developed into a far more established performer before WWE came calling again. When that opportunity finally arrived, however, McIntyre did not want to simply walk back into Raw or SmackDown. Speaking about his return during his conversation with Stone Cold Steve Austin, McIntyre explained that Triple H and William Regal had been following his career during his time away from WWE. “He'd been watching what I was doing, was kinda proud of what I'd achieved as a wrestler but, more importantly, how I'd grown as a man and where I was at,” McIntyre recalled. That phone call from Triple H was particularly meaningful because McIntyre knew he had earned another opportunity with WWE rather than simply being handed one. “And, you know, we both decided it was time to come back home,” McIntyre said. McIntyre Had His Mind Made Up. Once Triple H explained that the plan was for him to return through NXT, McIntyre did not need much convincing. In fact, the former WWE Superstar said he was effectively sold on the idea within the first few minutes. “I was coming back. I was sold within the first five minutes,” McIntyre said. But there was an important reason why NXT appealed to him. McIntyre believed the NXT audience consisted of the hardcore wrestling fans who had followed his career outside WWE. These were fans who knew what he had accomplished as Drew Galloway on the independent scene and could therefore understand how much he had changed since his first WWE run. McIntyre revealed that he was very clear with Triple H about where he wanted to begin. “I won't go to ‘Raw.’ I won't go to ‘SmackDown.’ I wanna go to NXT.” He continued: “That's the audience that know what I'm all about. They're the ones that are the hardcore fans. They're watching independent wrestling. They know who Drew Galloway is, Drew McIntyre is these days.” For McIntyre, returning through NXT was not about taking an easier route back to WWE. It was about proving that he deserved another opportunity. “I can be a leader there. That's where I wanna start out. I wanna prove myself there.” McIntyre's comments are particularly interesting because, at the time, Raw and SmackDown were traditionally viewed as the top destinations for WWE talent. However, McIntyre had a different perspective after spending years away from the company. He had already experienced the main roster during his first WWE run. Rather than immediately returning to the same environment, he wanted to establish the new version of Drew McIntyre in NXT.

BY JITU JANGIR

Drew McIntyre has reflected on one of the most difficult chapters of his WWE career: his release from the company in 2014. During his appearance on The Broken Skull Sessions with Stone Cold Steve Austin, McIntyre discussed the period leading up to his departure and acknowledged that there were deeper reasons behind his struggles than what fans saw on television. McIntyre had spent eight years with WWE before being released on June 12, 2014. At the time, he was part of 3MB alongside Heath Slater and Jinder Mahal. While McIntyre felt the group was accomplishing what it was intended to do, he admitted that he was frustrated because he believed he was capable of much more. “We were on everything. Every TV, every tour, everything you can imagine. 3MB were booked solid,” McIntyre explained. However, the Scottish star also recognized that his personal situation at the time prevented WWE from placing him in a major position. “I could not have been trusted at that time, at that level,” McIntyre admitted. The realization is particularly significant given what happened later in his career. McIntyre eventually rebuilt himself outside WWE, returned to the company in 2017 and went on to become one of WWE's top stars and a multiple-time world champion. His journey from being released to eventually becoming WWE Champion has become one of the defining comeback stories of his career. McIntyre's return also marked the beginning of a completely different chapter. When he came back, there was no lengthy conversation with Vince McMahon beforehand explaining exactly what was expected of him. Instead, McIntyre simply walked out and immediately began rebuilding his reputation. Today, McIntyre's career looks dramatically different from the one that ended in 2014. The former “Chosen One” eventually fulfilled the world championship potential Vince McMahon had identified years earlier.

BY JITU JANGIR

WWE has confirmed a stacked slate of European shows leading into the Royal Rumble, with fans across Belgium, Poland, the Netherlands, the UK, Sweden, Hungary, and Ireland set to catch live action throughout January 2027. The tour opens on Friday, January 15, with SmackDown taking over Forest National in Brussels, Belgium. The following night, Saturday, January 16, the Road to Royal Rumble Supershow rolls into Gliwice, Poland, at the PreZero Arena, before continuing on Sunday, January 17, with another Supershow stop at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Raw kicks off the week on Monday, January 18, live from the OVO Hydro in Glasgow, UK. The tour then heads back to England for SmackDown on Friday, January 22, at Co-op Live in Manchester. The second weekend of Road to Royal Rumble Supershow events follows, with Stockholm, Sweden's Avicii Arena hosting on Saturday, January 23, and Budapest, Hungary's MVM Dome welcoming fans on Sunday, January 24. The European leg wraps up with Raw at the 3Arena in Dublin, Ireland, on Monday, January 25. With Royal Rumble season officially underway, these shows are expected to feature key build-up matches and storyline developments as WWE Superstars gear up for one of the promotion's biggest events of the year.

BY CHRISTA LINCY

OTT Releases This Week (August 10 to August 16, 2026) As we head into the week of August 10 to August 16, 2026, the digital streaming space is gearing up for one of its busiest stretches of the year. Whether you are a fan of high-stakes action, emotional rom-coms, or insightful sports documentaries, there is something new arriving on your favorite platforms almost every day. This week is particularly significant for regional content in India, with highly anticipated Tamil and Hindi projects finally making their way to OTT. At the same time, global heavyweights are returning with new seasons of established franchises, ensuring that there is no shortage of binge-worthy material for the weekend ahead. Here's a complete breakdown of all the movies and shows releasing on OTT between August 10 and August 16, 2026. August 14, 2026 Snapshot Cast & Crew Videos Cocktail 2 Romantic Comedy Netflix Language:Hindi Running Time:2h 30m IMDB Rating:7.6/10 View Box Office Collection → After a decade together, Diya and Kunal's relationship is shaken when Ally, old friend re-enters their lives. What begins as a plan between two women spirals into chaos, triggering hilarious, emotional rollercoaster none of them saw coming Cocktail 2 Cast and Crew Shahid KapoorActor kriti SanonActor Rashmika MandannaActor Tiku TalsaniaActor Homi AdajaniaDirector Cocktail 2 Trailer August 14, 2026 Snapshot Cast & Crew Videos Aakhri Sawal Political Drama LionsgatePlay Language:Hindi Running Time:2hr 30m IMDB Rating:6.3/10 View Box Office Collection → The film centers on an intense, nationally televised intellectual trial triggered when a volatile scholar, Vicky Hegde, accuses his mentor, Professor Gopal Nadkarni, of institutional bias following a rejected thesis. The academic dispute escalates into a public spectacle, fueled by media and political interests. As the battle intensifies, Hegde uncovers connections between the current controversy, the mentor's past, and the disappearance of researcher Pallavi Menon, with help from investigator Aditya Rao Aakhri Sawal Cast & Crew Sanjay DuttActor Namashi ChakrabortyActor Sameera ReddyActor Amit SadhActor Abhijeet Mohan WarangDirector Aakhri Sawal Trailer (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   August 14, 2026 Snapshot Cast & Crew Videos Anbe Diana Romantic Comedy Sonyliv Language:Tamil Running Time:2h 30m IMDB Rating:7.5/10 View Box Office Collection → Set in the vibrant neighborhood of Perambur, Chennai, the story follows CSK, a sports coach from a highly traditional, caste-conscious Telugu family. He falls head-over-heels for Magic Diana D'Souza, a free-spirited, modern Anglo-Indian IT professional. When they decide to take their courtship to the next level, their romance triggers a massive clash of cultural differences, religious friction, and intense family expectations—particularly from the hero's fiercely strict matriarch mother Anbe Diana Cast & Crew Pari ElavazhaganActor Ramya RanganathanActor Roja SelvamaniActor ChetanActor Pari ElavazhaganDirector Anbe Diana Trailer August 14, 2026 Snapshot Cast & Crew Videos Heartin Romantic Comedy AmazonPrime Language:Tamil Running Time:1h 59m IMDB Rating:7.5/10 View Box Office Collection → The film begins in the picturesque city of Jaipur, Rajasthan, where Shiva runs a local Tamil food joint alongside his close friend Mani. During a heritage walk at the Nahargarh Fort, Shiva crosses paths with the vibrant and cheerful Sadhana, and a warm romance quickly begins to blossom. However, Shiva hesitates to fully commit due to deep emotional baggage and scars left behind by a bitter breakup with his former partner, Sahitya. The story takes a complex turn when fate suddenly throws the trio into an unexpected situation involving accident-induced amnesia, forcing the characters to process their unresolved feelings and past heartbreaks. Heartin Cast & Crew SananthActor Emaya.TActor Madonna SebastianActor Mathew VargheseActor Kishore KumarDirector Heartin Trailer (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   August 14, 2026 Snapshot Cast & Crew Videos Aroopi Supernatural, Thriller LionsgatePlay Language:Tamil Running Time:1h 55m IMDB Rating:6.1/10 View Box Office Collection → The film revolves around an ancient curse bound to the Aryanattu ancestral estate. A vengeful Yakshini (spirit), who was sealed inside a doll generations ago by the family elders, is accidentally unleashed by two local thieves. Following a brutal murder at the mansion, Niranjan, a schizophrenic IT professional and the last surviving heir of the bloodline, is drawn back home. To survive, Niranjan must confront his own psychological battles, face the wrath of the ancient entity, and uncover the dark secrets buried by his ancestors before the curse destroys everyone around him. Aroopi Cast & Crew Vysakh RaviActor Neha ChawlaActor Joy MathewActor Sindhu VarmaActor Abhilash WarrierDirector Aroopi Trailer August 12, 2026 Snapshot Cast & Crew Videos Reacher season 4 Action, Thriller AmazonPrime Series:Reacher season 4 Language:English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam No Of Episodes:8 Based on Gone Tomorrow, the 13th novel in Lee Child's best-selling book series, the season shifts the action to New York City. The story begins with a tense chance encounter on a late-night subway car, where Reacher notices a distraught stranger exhibiting the classic behavioral tells of a suicide bomber. When he tries to intervene, the confrontation goes horribly wrong, dragging him into a deadly, multi-layered conspiracy. Reacher finds himself playing a high-stakes game against ruthless foes operating from the highest echelons of government and political power Reacher season 4 Cast and Crew Alan RitchsonActor Maria StenActor Sydelle NoelActor Jay BaruchelActor Nick SantoraShow Runner Reacher season 4 Trailer (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   August 11, 2026 Snapshot Cast & Crew Videos Mourinho Biographical Documentary Netflix Series:Mourinho Language:English No Of Episodes:3 The docuseries provides unprecedented, behind-the-scenes access to the life, tactics, and outspoken career of legendary football manager José Mourinho. Each episode focuses on different eras of his legacy—spanning his early triumphs and Champions League win with FC Porto, his dominant English Premier League stints at Chelsea, his historic treble with Inter Milan, and his high-profile tenures at Real Madrid and Manchester United. It digs beneath his famous Special One media persona to reveal his dressing-room dynamics and emotional motivations. Mourinho Cast and Crew Joe PearlmanDirector Mourinho Trailer August 13, 2026 Snapshot Cast & Crew Videos Tires Season 3 Comedy Netflix Series:Tires Season 3 Language:English No Of Episodes:12 The new season follows Will and Shane as they adjust to their new reality as part-owners of the struggling Valley Forge Automotive shop. While attempting to keep the family business afloat, Will confronts his choices and the road not taken, while Shane faces his own chaotic, detour-filled journey toward actual adulthood. Expect explicit banter, workplace friction, and increasingly absurd territory as the business reaches its breaking point. Tires Season 3 Cast and Crew Shane GillisShowrunner Steve GerbenShowrunner John McKeeverShowrunner John McKeeverDirector Tires Season 3 Trailer (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   August 14, 2026 Snapshot Cast & Crew Videos Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 5 Crime Drama AmazonPrime Series:Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 5 Language:Tamil No Of Episodes:8 The final season chronicles the brutal collapse of the Thomas family empire in Southside Jamaica, Queens, as Kanan Stark fully removes his blinders and transitions into the cold-hearted villain originally met in the flagship Power series. Kanan forges a dangerous and defining alliance with the legendary street figure Breeze, setting off a tactical turf war across Queens and Manhattan. With the Mafia maneuvering in the shadows, escalating friction with his mother Raq, and tragic deaths tearing the inner circle apart, the final episodes force a massive reckoning where characters are pushed to their definitive points of no return. Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 5 Cast and Crew Mekai CurtisDirector Patina MillerDirector London BrownActor Hailey KilgoreActor Sascha PennCreator Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 5 Trailer (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   Additional OTT releases this week August 12 to August 14 MOVIE / SERIES NAME LANGUAGE RELEASE DATE PLATFORM Nando Between Two Worlds - A Sintonia Film Portuguese August 12 Netflix Women in Blue Season 2 Spanish August 12 Apple TV My Brilliant Career English August 13 Netflix This, That and Everything in Between English August 13 Netflix A Child of My Own English August 13 Netflix Don’t Say Good Luck English August 14 Netflix Moria English August 14 Netflix My Best Friend, His Girlfriend and Me English August 14 Netflix (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   Frequently Asked Questions: OTT Releases (August 10 – August 16, 2026) When is the Tamil movie Anbe Diana releasing on OTT? The Tamil romantic comedy Anbe Diana is set to premiere on SonyLIV on August 14, 2026. This project is one of the most anticipated regional titles this week, catering to the massive demand for light-hearted storytelling in the South Indian digital market. Where can I watch the Tamil movie Heartin online? The film Heartin, starring Sananth and Madonna Sebastian, is scheduled for its digital debut on August 14, 2026. While the specific streaming partner is expected to be announced shortly, the film is already generating significant buzz among Tamil audiences for its fresh pairing and music. What are the new Hindi releases on Lionsgate Play this week? Hindi viewers have two major additions on Lionsgate Play arriving on August 14, 2026. The suspense thriller Aakhri Sawaal and the project titled Aroopi will both be available for streaming, offering more variety in the home-grown crime and drama space in India. When does Reacher Season 4 premiere on Prime Video? The global action hit Reacher Season 4 arrives on Amazon Prime Video on August 12, 2026. This is undoubtedly the biggest English-language heavyweight of the week, with Alan Ritchson returning to lead the series which has become a massive pillar for the platform worldwide. Is the Mourinho docuseries releasing on Netflix? Yes, the documentary focusing on the legendary football manager Jose Mourinho will be available for streaming on Netflix starting August 11, 2026. This sports original is expected to trend globally, given the massive fame and polarizing nature of its subject across the football world. What other major international series are returning this week? The third season of the popular comedy Tires premieres on Netflix on August 13, 2026, offering more binge-worthy content for fans of the genre. 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Highest-Grossing $1 Billion Movies Worldwide Rank Movie Release Year Worldwide Gross 1Avatar2009$2.923 Billion 2Avengers: Endgame2019$2.799 Billion 3Avatar: The Way of Water2022$2.334 Billion 4Titanic1997$2.264 Billion 5Ne Zha 22025$2.260 Billion 6Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens2015$2.071 Billion 7Avengers: Infinity War2018$2.052 Billion 8Spider-Man: No Way Home2021$1.921 Billion 9Zootopia 22025$1.866 Billion 10Inside Out 22024$1.698 Billion 11Jurassic World2015$1.671 Billion 12The Lion King (2019 Remake)2019$1.662 Billion 13The Avengers2012$1.520 Billion 14Furious 72015$1.515 Billion 15Top Gun: Maverick2022$1.503 Billion 16Avatar: Fire and Ash2025$1.480 Billion 17Frozen II2019$1.453 Billion 18Barbie2023$1.445 Billion 19The Super Mario Bros. Movie2023$1.361 Billion 20Black Panther2018$1.349 Billion 21Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 22011$1.342 Billion 22Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi2017$1.334 Billion 23Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom2018$1.310 Billion 24Deadpool & Wolverine2024$1.300 Billion 25Frozen2013$1.285 Billion 26Beauty and the Beast (Live Action)2017$1.266 Billion 27Incredibles 22018$1.243 Billion 28The Fate of the Furious2017$1.236 Billion 29Iron Man 32013$1.214 Billion 30Minions2015$1.159 Billion 31Captain America: Civil War2016$1.155 Billion 32Aquaman2018$1.152 Billion 33Moana 22025$1.150+ Billion 34The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King2003$1.147 Billion 35Spider-Man: Far From Home2019$1.131 Billion 36Captain Marvel2019$1.131 Billion 37Transformers: Dark of the Moon2011$1.123 Billion 38Skyfall2012$1.108 Billion 39Transformers: Age of Extinction2014$1.104 Billion 40Jurassic Park1993$1.104 Billion 41The Dark Knight Rises2012$1.084 Billion 42Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker2019$1.077 Billion 43Joker2019$1.074 Billion 44Toy Story 42019$1.073 Billion 45Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest2006$1.066 Billion 46Toy Story 32010$1.066 Billion 47Rogue One: A Star Wars Story2016$1.058 Billion 48Aladdin (Live Action)2019$1.054 Billion 49Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides2011$1.046 Billion 50Despicable Me 32017$1.034 Billion 51The Lion King: Mufasa2025$1.050+ Billion 52Finding Dory2016$1.028 Billion 53Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace1999$1.027 Billion 54Alice in Wonderland (Live Action)2010$1.025 Billion 55Zootopia2016$1.025 Billion 56The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey2012$1.017 Billion 57The Dark Knight2008$1.006 Billion 58Jurassic World Dominion2022$1.001 Billion 59Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone2001$1.001 Billion 60Lilo & Stitch (Live Action)2025$1.001 Billion 61The Super Mario Galaxy Movie2026$1.009 Billion 62Michael2026$1.01 Billion 63Toy Story 52026$1.02 Billion 64Spider-Man: Brand New Day2026$1.67+ Billion 65The Odyssey2026$1.10+ Billion Data as of August 9, 2026 (Data courtesy - Deadline and Box Office Mojo)

BY CHRISTA LINCY

Zee Studios and producer Prerna Arora have officially announced their new project titled Indraputra. This mythological action-fantasy film is being developed for a worldwide theatrical release in 2027. According to production schedules, principal photography is set to begin in October 2026. The project is being designed as a large-scale cinematic experience, with the makers focusing on a theatrical rollout to showcase the visual effects and mythological storytelling involved. At the helm of this ambitious venture is filmmaker Srikanth Puppala, who is making his feature directorial debut with a massive canvas. While this is his first time in the director’s chair for a feature film, Puppala brings an extensive industry background to the table. He notably honed his craft working as the first assistant director to Rishab Shetty on the highly anticipated historical epic Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1. This Kantara connection has already piqued the interest of trade circles, as the director is expected to bring a similar level of visual authenticity and technical precision to this new mythological universe. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Leading the film is Telugu star Kiran Abbavaram, who is currently undergoing a significant physical transformation for this rough-cut mythological avatar. He enters this project following a successful and versatile career run, most recently riding high on the theatrical release of Chennai Love Story. Abbavaram's filmography, including hits like SR Kalyanamandapam and the highly praised 2024 period thriller KA. By shifting from suspense thrillers and mass entertainers to this mythology-rooted world, the actor is set to further expand his pan-Indian reach with this grand cinematic presentation. This film serves as a highly anticipated reunion between Zee Studios and prominent producer Prerna Arora. The two entities previously collaborated on the 2016 National Award-winning hit Rustom starring Akshay Kumar, and Indraputra marks their first joint foray into a sprawling South-centric mythological saga. Zee Studios has been aggressively expanding its regional footprint lately, balancing massive theatrical crowd-pleasers like Jaat and Dhadak 2 with selective direct-to-digital releases like the crime drama Satluj. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The vision for Indraputra extends far beyond a single film, as it is designed to kickstart an interconnected mythological saga—a strategy that positions Zee Studios alongside other major modern fantasy lineups like the Sanatan Universe and Hombale Films' Mahavatar Cinematic Universe. Interestingly, producer Prerna Arora has a multi-project relationship locked with the studio, having already partnered with them for the project Jatadhara.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, August 10 - Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt's much-awaited international action thriller 7 Dogs is finally set to release in India. Salman Khan has announced that the film will hit Indian theatres on August 21, 2026, allowing Indian audiences to watch the high-octane action spectacle on the big screen. The announcement was made by Salman through his Instagram Story, where he shared a new promo and wrote, "The countdown to the biggest mission begins!" Directed by Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, the duo behind Bad Boys for Life and Bad Boys: Ride or Die, 7 Dogs is an Arabic action thriller mounted on an international scale. The film stars Egyptian actors Karim Abdel Aziz and Ahmed Ezz in the lead, alongside Hollywood stars Monica Bellucci and Giancarlo Esposito. Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt feature in special appearances, with their presence becoming one of the biggest talking points around the film. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The story follows Interpol agent Khalid Al-Azzazi, who is forced to join hands with Ghali Abu Dawood, a member of the notorious 7 Dogs crime syndicate, to take down a powerful drug-trafficking network. The film combines an international cast with large-scale action and was produced on a reported $40 million budget. It has already had its theatrical run across the Middle East, where it was released in May. The India release is particularly significant for fans of Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt, as 7 Dogs marks another reunion for the two stars following their previous collaborations. While their roles have been kept relatively under wraps, the trailer has already showcased the duo in a stylish action avatar. With 7 Dogs now arriving in Indian theatres on August 21, the film will give audiences a chance to see the Bollywood superstars in a different, international action setting. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) LATEST : The internationally acclaimed Egyptian film #7Dogs featuring our legend #SalmanKhan and star #SanjayDutt—will be released in Indian cinemas on August 21st.💥❤️ pic.twitter.com/xOIr8WAciY— Salman Khan Egypt FC (@SalmanEgyptFC) August 8, 2026