BY SUNIT JANGIR

Hyderabad, January 9 - Telugu superstar Ram Charan teamed up with maverick director S. Shankar for the first time for a political action thriller Game Changer. Produced by Dil Raju, the movie also stars Kiara Advani and SJ Suryah in prominent roles. ## Game Changer is one of the most anticipated movies, and as expected, it has scored fantastic pre-release theatrical business in all major areas. According to the trade report, the Game Changer theatrical business in Telugu states (Andhra Pradesh and Telangana) has been valued at 122 crore. ## The 122 crore AP-TG business includes approximately 43 crores in the Nizam area. The film will need to score around 225 crores gross collection to break even in the home states. Apart from AP/TG, Game Changer's business in Karnataka is valued at around 14 crore, followed by 15 crore in Tamil Nadu and around 2 crore in Kerala. The movie has been locked at around 42 crore in the Hindi belt. ## The overseas business is done at 25 crores, and worldwide theatrical rights are valued at around 220 crores. Game Changer will need to score around 221+ crores worldwide share or around 425+ crores gross collection in order to break even and emerge as a box office hit.## GC will have to become Ram Charan's highest-grossing solo film by more than double margin to emerge as a success. The current biggest solo grosser of the actor is Rangasthalam which grossed around 220 crores worldwide and was a big blockbuster. Otherwise, the biggest grosser of RC is RRR, which also starred superstar Jr. NTR, as it grossed around 1230 crores worldwide. ## Stay tuned...

BY SACNILK TEAM

Mumbai, January 8 - Producer Dinesh Vijan's Maddock Films recently announced 8 new films in the blockbuster horror-comedy universe with 2 films each till 2028. The line-up begins in 2025 with Thama and Shakti Shalini. Both films will be released in the last quarter of the year. ## While Thama is being headlined by Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna, the latest report by Peepingmoon.com has revealed that Kiara Advani will lead Shakti Shalini which is a female-centric blockbuster. It is a supernatural comedy in which Kiara will play the titular role. ## The report further states that Punjabi-born director Ajitpal Singh, who has helmed the TV series Tabbar, will be directing Shakti Shalini. He is known for crafting intense and emotionally driven narratives which makes him an interesting choice for Shakti Shalini. ## Scheduled to be released on December 31, 2025, the shoot of Shakti Shalini is expected to commence in April/May. Just like other films in the horror-comedy universe, it also draws inspiration from Indian folklore, but it is said to be different in many ways. ## Kiara, meanwhile, has multiple films in the in the making. She will next be seen in Ram Charan's Pan India biggie Game Changer, slated for January 10 release. The actress also has one of the biggest films of the year, War 2 in August this year, followed by Yash-fronted Toxic, and then Shakti Shalini. ## Stay tuned...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, January 8 - Superstar Rajinikanth's action drama Coolie is nearing the shoot completion with 70% of filming already completed. The remaining shoot will be done this month in the next schedule, which is planned from January 13 to January 28. ## Directed by Lokesh Kanagraj, Coolie is easily one of the most anticipated Indian movies of 2025 with blockbuster talent attached to it. Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan is playing a vital cameo in the movie which reunites him with Rajinikanth after nearly 3 decades. ## Meanwhile, the fans are eagerly waiting for the release date as Coolie was announced for the summer of 2025 debut. However, there is a change in plan as according to the latest Tamil media reports, the film will now be released in August during the Independence Day weekend. ## If the reports turn true, then Coolie will clash with Yash Raj Films' War 2 which is already confirmed for an August 14 release. Starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR, the spy action thriller is one of the hugely-awaited films of the year. ## Both Coolie and War 2 have the potential to wreak havoc at the box office in multiple languages given the cast and crew they involve. The clash, which hasn't been official yet, may prove to be a big dent in the overall box-office potential of both films. ## Stay tuned...

BY SACNILK TEAM

Mumbai, January 8 - After getting postponed from October 2024, the beloved Ramayana: The Legend of Prince Rama, the anime adaptation of Valmiki's timeless epic, is coming to Indian theatres this Republic Day weekend, more than two decades after it was first released in the early 90s.## On Wednesday (January 8), it was announced that the timeless epic will be hitting Indian cinemas on January 24, 2025, in Hindi, English, Telugu, and Tamil. Legendary writer V Vijayendra Prasad has provided his creative vision to the Indian language dubs. ## The Legend of Prince Rama will be distributed across India by Geek Pictures India, AA Films and Excel Entertainment. It was co-directed by Koichi Sasaki, Ram Mohan, and Yugo Sako, and is a joint Japanese and Indian production venture. ## It is a Japanese-Indian animated film that retells the classic Indian epic, the Ramayana. Co-produced by Japan's Yugo Sako and India's Ram Mohan, the story follows Prince Rama, the incarnation of the god Vishnu, who embarks on a journey to rescue his wife Sita, kidnapped by the demon king Ravana.## The trailer will be released on January 10. ## The wait is over! Experience India’s greatest epic in all its glory! Ramayana: The Legend of Prince Rama releasing on January 24, 2025, in Hindi, English, Tamil, and Telugu. An unmissable 4K experience awaits! Trailer out in 2 days!#Ramayana #TheLegendOfPrinceRama… pic.twitter.com/5i0lMbvvd0— Excel Entertainment (@excelmovies) January 8, 2025 ## Stay tuned...

BY SACNILK TEAM

Hyderabad, January 7 - Telugu film producer Naga Vamsi came under heavy criticism from Bollywood filmmakers for his comment about Hindi films catering to Bandra and Juhu audiences. His remarks were seen as an insult to the Hindi film industry which has delivered many big blockbusters in recent times. ## After enduring sharp criticism, the Daaku Maharaaj producer has clarified the issue and said in a recent interview with Telugu360 that he never intended to disrespect Bollywood or veteran filmmaker Boney Kapoor with whom he indulged in an argument during the recent roundtable interaction. ## Naga Vamsi explained that his remarks stemmed from pride in the achievements of the South Indian film industry, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic. Speaking further, the filmmaker said that leading Bollywood filmmaker Karan Johar is his inspiration and also expressed his admiration for superstar Shah Rukh Khan, Ranbir Kapoor, and Deepika Padukone. ## pic.twitter.com/k8VRfHkrtY— Rahul Soham (@RahulSoham46682) January 7, 2025 ## Stay tuned...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Hyderabad, January 7 - The mega Pan India blockbuster Pushpa 2 - The Rule starring superstar Allu Arjun is all set to play in theatres with the extended version from director Sukumar's birthday. It is produced by Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar Writings. ## On Tuesday (January 7), makers announced the Pushpa 2 Reloaded version will play in theatres on January 17. The reloaded version will have 20 minutes of added footage to the original 200-minute-long theatrical runtime. After the latest version, it will become the longest Indian film with 3 hours and 40 minutes of runtime. ## Pushpa 2 - The Rule is the highest-grossing film ever at the Indian box office with over 1440 crores gross after beating superstar Prabhas-fronted Baahubali 2 - The Conclusion which grossed 1417 crores back in 2017 in all versions. Worldwide, the movie has grossed over 1700 crores and is the third biggest Indian grosser ever. ## It is the second instalment of the Pushpa film series and the sequel to Pushpa: The Rise (2021). The film follows Pushpa Raj, a coolie risen to the ranks of sandalwood smuggler, who begins to face tough opposition from enemies, including SP Bhanwar Singh Shekhawat IPS.## #Pushpa2Reloaded in cinemas from January 17th. #Pushpa2 #Pushpa2TheRule#WildFirePushpa https://t.co/rLmX4PECLf pic.twitter.com/XXcmRoOVts— Mythri Movie Makers (@MythriOfficial) January 8, 2025 ## Stay tuned...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Hyderabad, January 7 - The hugely-awaited political action drama Game Changer starring Telugu superstar Ram Charan is all set to hit the big screens on January 10. Directed by S. Shankar, the movie also stars Kiara Advani and SJ Suryah in prominent roles. ## Game Changer promises to be a visual treat with a gripping story and incredible performances. As it has been revealed, the movie has 4 songs which cost a whopping 75 crores to make. Among the 4 songs, "Jaragandi" song featured 600 dancers, while "Raa Macha Macha" shot with 1000 dancers using advanced technology.## Thaman S has composed the music of the film which is said to be the major highlight. Apart from songs, the movie was shot in rich locations and according to the reports, the film's total budget is in the range of 400-500 crores. This makes it one of the costliest Indian films ever.## The film is produced by Dil Raju under the banner of Sri Venkateswara Creations. The promotion is in full swing as the makers are leaving no stone unturned to make it a wide release possible across the country and worldwide. Game Changer will be released on January 10 in Telugu, Hindi, and Tamil and will be available in IMAX, Dolby Cinema, and 4DX formats.## Stay tuned...

BY SACNILK TEAM

Mumbai, January 7 - Amid the blockbuster success of Ranbir Kapoor-fronted Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani upon its re-release, Bollywood star Hrithik Roshan's debut movie Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai is gearing up to make its return to the big screen to celebrate its 25th anniversary. ## Directed by Rakesh Roshan, Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai proved to be a memorable debut for Hrithik as the movie emerged as a big blockbuster and also won multiple accolades for the actor. It will be completing 25 years on January 14 and to make the occasion special, the makers have announced the film's re-release on January 10. ## Ahead of the re-launch, the trailer of the romantic action drama was released on January 7, giving a glimpse into the blockbuster feature. The film is produced by Rakesh Roshan under the banner of Filmkraft Productions Pvt. Ltd. It was also a debut venture of Ameesha Patel who played the female lead role. ## KNPH was a huge box office blockbuster, grossing approximately 79 crores worldwide while the music became a big chartbuster. It can spring a big surprise in its re-release run as well which needs to be seen. ## Here we go again… pic.twitter.com/2jBJkqfptS— Hrithik Roshan (@iHrithik) January 7, 2025 ## Stay tuned...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Chennai, January 7 - Tamil star Suriya's fantasy action entertainer Kanguva has entered the Oscars 2025 shortlisted film. Directed by Siva, it was one of the most anticipated movies of 2024 but ended up as a massive failure at the box office, grossing a little over 100 crores worldwide. ## Kanguva got heavy criticism from critics and audiences alike but now, it has been included in the Oscars 2025 list among 323 films. The Indian netizens are surprised by this unexpected development, but it is a special achievement which is a source of happiness for the makers amid the gloomy box office performance. ## The Academy has listed 323 films that are eligible for Oscar Awards, to be held on March 3. Out of 323 movies, 207 films are eligible for Best Picture Award. It will be a monumental achievement if Kanguva manages to clinch the award but given how it was treated by critics, the chances look dim for that to happen.## Produced by Studio Green and UV Creations, Kanguva marked the Tamil debut of Bobby Deol and Disha Patani. The film follows Francis Theodore, a bounty hunter in 2024, whose connection with a child is mysteriously connected to a fierce tribal warrior's promise to a child in the year 1070. ## Stay tuned...

BY ANISH JANGIR

Here are the results of Monday Night Raw which is scheduled to air live on January 6, 2025, live from Intuit Dome Arena in Inglewood, California. ## Monday Night Raw currently airs live on Monday evenings on the USA Network from 8:00 ET–10:00 PM ET in the United States. ## --WWE Raw Commentator-- ## - Michael Cole ## - Pat McAfee ## --WWE Raw Ring Announcer--## - Alicia Taylor## WWE RAW 1/6/2024 Full Results ResultsMatch Type Roman Reigns defeated Solo Sikoa Tribal Combat Match Rhea Ripley defeated Liv Morgan Last Woman Standing Match for the Women's World Championship Jey Uso defeated Drew McIntyre - ## To stay updated with all the latest wrestling news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, January 6 - Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar's war action thriller Sky Force trailer has received a blockbuster response on YouTube and other social media platforms in the first 24 hours of release. The film is directed by Sandeep Kewlani, and Abhishek Anil Kapur, and produced by Maddock Films and Jio Studios. ## The much-anticipated action-packed trailer of Sky Force was launched on January 5 during an event in Mumbai and as expected, it generated huge curiosity among the fans and general audience. According to the official data revealed by the makers, the trailer scored 180 million views across social media platforms in the first 24 hours, making it one of the most-watched Indian film trailers. ## On YouTube, the trailer was launched on Maddock Films and Jio Studios' channels on which it generated 57.65 million views combined in the first full day. Among the Indian films (for all languages), the Sky Force trailer has become the 9th most watched on YouTube. ## Sky Force stars Akshay Kumar and Veer Pahariya (in his acting debut), alongside Nimrat Kaur and Sara Ali Khan. It is about India's retaliatory attack on the Sargodha airbase of Pakistan in the Indo-Pakistani air war of 1965, described as India's first and deadliest airstrike.## The film is scheduled to be released on January 24. ## From ground zero to 180 Million views in 24 hours across all platforms! Thanking you for this sky-high success. 🥳❤️#SkyForceTrailer out now.🔗 -https://t.co/4PIh6mvBtbLanding in Cinemas on 24th January 2025. pic.twitter.com/GdgjzWkLNx— Maddockfilms (@MaddockFilms) January 6, 2025 ## Stay tuned...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, January 6 - Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone's romantic comedy Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani is all set to enter the 200 crores net club after a very good New Year opening weekend upon its re-release at the box office. ## The Ayan Mukerji's directorial re-opened in cinemas on January 3rd and scored approximately 1.20 crores net collection on its first day. It showed a 100% jump on Saturday to collect approximately 2.25 crores net and there was another solid jump of 35% on Sunday for around 3 crores net.## The blockbuster film scored approximately 6.40 crores in its latest re-release run and including last year's limited re-release collection of around 75 lakh, YJHD's total domestic cume reached 195.75 crores net. It earned 188.60 crores in its original run back in 2013.## Last year, a couple of films witnessed a good response in their re-release run and YJHD followed to same. It opened on over 750 shows which increased to around 2200 shows on Sunday. The trend indicates the movie to have a good hold on Monday and is expected to remain for a couple of weeks to come. ## YJHD was declared a blockbuster in its original run and its re-release will make sure it attain what was left in the first place, that is 200 crores net collection. Worldwide, the movie has crossed 318 crores gross and is likely to finish with 335+ crores gross. ## Stay tuned...