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Chennai, May 16 - After a series of underperformances, Tamil superstar Suriya seems to have come back in the game with action drama Karuppu. The film has had its struggles to hit the big screens. It was supposed to be released on May 14, but the financial issues forced the makers to cancel the shows for the entire day, and it eventually hit the big screens on May 15. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The film's advance booking was disrupted due to the last-minute changes. Before the film was pushed to May 15, Karuppu had sold over 500K tickets in advance for May 14. This, as said, eventually became worthless once the film was pushed back by a day, as advance tickets sold for May 15 were around 75K. However, the delay in the release amplified the buzz as Karuppu was all in its glory on the release day. It sold 700K tickets on BookMyShow for both Tamil and Telugu versions on May 15 only, making it the fourth highest Tamil film, and highest ever for a Suriya starrer, in terms of ticket sales on BMS on the release day. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Karuppu's hourly BMS ticket sales peaked at 46.2K, which is again a record for the Singham star. There is no denying that the cancellation of the original day 1 fueled the massive response on the BooMyShow, but the numbers are still huge for an actor who hasn't had a success in recent times. Meanwhile, superstar Rajinikanth's Jailer is the number one film in terms of BMS ticket sales on the release day with 1 million tickets. Thalapathy Vijay's Leo is the second in the list with 756K tickets sold, followed by Rajinikanth's Coolie with 715K tickets. With 700K tickets, Suriya is now officially in the league of Tamil cinema giants. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Top 5 Tamil Films By Day 1 BookMyShow Ticket Sales S. No. Movie Lead Actor Day 1 BMS Ticket Sales (Tamil) 1 Jailer Rajinikanth 1M 2 Leo Vijay 756K 3 Coolie Rajinikanth 715K 4 Karuppu Suriya 700K 5 The GOAT Vijay 584K Data via Filmy View/X*

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Here is the Hindi movie Aakhri Sawal box office collection which is a drama film. This film is directed by Abhijeet Mohan Warang and produced by Nikhil Nanda Motion Pictures and Neem Tree Entertainment. ## Aakhri Sawal stars Sanjay Dutt, Namashi Chakraborthy, Nitu Chandra Srivastava, Amit Sadh, Sameera Reddy, and Mrinal Kulkarni in key roles. ## Aakhri Sawal Box Office Collection Day Wise | All Language DayIndia Net Collection Day 1 [1st Friday] ₹ - Cr * may earn Total ₹ - Cr ## India Net Collection ₹ - Cr ## Worldwide Collection ₹ - Cr ## Overseas Collection ₹ - Cr ## India Gross Collection ₹ - Cr ## Aakhri Sawal Budget: ₹ - Cr * Approx ## Aakhri Sawal Verdict: Coming Soon ## Aakhri Sawal Screen count ## India: - ## Overseas: - ## Worldwide total: - ## Release Date: 15th May 2026 ## For more and the latest news about Bollywood Box Office Collection, Stay tuned to us.

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Suriya is back on the big screen with Karuppu, and the early buzz suggests that the film is off to a flying start. Directed by RJ Balaji, this movie is an interesting blend of a fantasy courtroom drama and a mass superhero entertainer. The story follows a man with divine powers who navigates a corrupt judicial system. While the first half stays grounded as a hard-hitting take on the legal system in a lower court, the second half switches into what critics are calling God mode, where the protagonist uses supernatural elements to take on his enemies. The response at the ticket windows has been nothing short of phenomenal. Karuppu has managed to secure the 4th spot for peak hour sales on BookMyShow, which is quite a feat for a non-holiday release. During the peak hour of 1 pm to 2 pm today, the film sold over 40,450 tickets. This makes it only the 4th Tamil film ever to cross the 40K hourly sales mark on the platform, joining the ranks of blockbusters like Leo, Coolie, and Jailer. From 6 am to 2 pm, the movie has already sold a total of 1,92,070 tickets on BookMyShow, proving that the fan excitement is at an all-time high. Critical reception has been generally positive, with most reviews falling between 3.25 and 4 out of 5. The leading star is being praised for fitting the title role perfectly, especially in how the character controls his rage in the beginning and goes full blast towards the end. The supporting cast, playing roles ranging from a wily, unscrupulous lawyer to an upright legal professional, have also been noted for their strong performances. The courtroom drama is said to have a neat emotional angle that keeps the audience hooked throughout the first half. The film is being described as a proper theatrical mass entertainer that is best enjoyed with an energetic crowd and loud celebrations. The first half provides a good emotional connect, while the climax is packed with whistle-worthy moments and a superb ending. Technically, the background score is receiving praise for elevating the emotional and mass sequences, and the visuals involving the fantasy elements are reportedly well-executed. While some felt the songs were average, the overall technical package is being seen as a significant strength for the film. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Some observers pointed out that the second half lacks the tight grip of the first half and relies more on theatrical gimmicks and references to other major hit films. There is a specific one-liner and several popular culture references that have been included to add zest to the proceedings. While these moments worked well for many, some felt they were a bit of a departure from the earlier tone. Despite these minor critiques, the movie is being seen as a satisfying mass entertainer for families this summer. With such a massive start in ticket sales, the journey at the box office is off to a very promising start. With its massive ticket sales and the generally positive word-of-mouth, Karuppu is well on its way to becoming a significant box office success. The combination of Suriya's intense screen presence and the fantasy-mythological elements involving Karuppu Saamy seems to have struck the right chord. It remains to be seen how the movie holds up over the weekend, but for now, it is safe to say that the God mode has officially begun at the theaters. Take a look at what critics have to say about the film #Karuppu Review : Fantasy courtroom drama with mass superhero elements. My Rating : 3.25/5A pucca commercial movie packaged with lots of theatrical elevation scenes by @RJ_Balaji. First half is whacky and hooks you as it a hard -hitting take on how the judiciary functions… pic.twitter.com/7PlWwRirzT— Sreedhar Pillai (@sri50) May 15, 2026 #Karuppu is a ‘God Mode’ Mass Fantasy film, made with many enjoyable theatrical moments. A courtroom drama with good emotional connect. As God #Karuppu #Suriya sir is fabulous. Fully loaded and mass mode, especially the climax sequence. Loved it. He rocked. An engaging watch 🏆… pic.twitter.com/V2xDIagGo5— G Dhananjheyan (@Dhananjayang) May 15, 2026 #Karuppu [4/5] : BLOCKBUSTER 🔥 A Mass Fantasy Entertainer! It's @Suriya_offl show all the way! Looks into how dysfunctional our court system is..@Suriya_offl has catered to both fans and general audience.. Jus one word - GOD MODE! 🙏 @RJ_Balaji as corrupt lawyer Baby…— Ramesh Bala (@rameshlaus) May 15, 2026 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) #KARUPPU First Half Review 🍿 - An Entertaining Show So Far with a Neat Emotional Angle from #RjBalaji..👌- #Suriya's Entry and his Screen Presence was Terrific..🤩💥 Man Looks Semma on Screen..🤝- #SaiAbhyankkar's BGM was Superb..👌 Elevates the Emotional and Mass Scenes… pic.twitter.com/AIxKJE1Mxq— Laxmi Kanth (@iammoviebuff007) May 15, 2026 #Karuppu - 3.75 stars. A highly entertaining, high voltage commercial entertainer from @Suriya_offl after a long time. The kind of film that works across the board and proves all those wrong who doubted @RJ_Balaji’s capabilities in handling a star and a project of this scale.… pic.twitter.com/NE9wTcowhP— Haricharan Pudipeddi (@pudiharicharan) May 15, 2026 #Karuppu [#ABRatings - 4.25/5]- Action & Emotional First half followed by a Commercial second half with many high moments & references 👌- Suriya as Karuppasamy carried the role extraordinary with his screen presence👏- RJBalaji's precise Writing & SaiAbhyankkar's BGM… pic.twitter.com/xCj9bMmwgp— AmuthaBharathi (@CinemaWithAB) May 15, 2026

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Chennai, May 15 - The buzz for Tamil superstar Suriya's Karuppu has exploded, with the BookMyShow ticket sales indicating one of the biggest openings ever for the actor in Tamil cinema. The action drama has generated tremendous hype across Tamil Nadu and overseas markets despite facing unexpected release hurdles. Directed by RJ Balaji, the film was originally scheduled to release on May 14, but the shows were cancelled for the entire day due to financial issues. The sudden disruption only amplified the buzz surrounding the film, especially amid the positive industry reports and strong early reactions. Karuppu was officially released on May 15 and has received an excellent response at the box office. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) According to the latest update, the film is currently selling nearly 39K tickets per hour on BookMyShow for the Tamil version, which is a record pace for a Suriya starrer. The film has already sold over 200K tickets on the platform on May 15 only, for both Tamil and Telugu versions, with half of the day still left, registering massive audience interest. Also starring Trisha Krishnan, the fantasy action drama witnessed a sharp spike in bookings after positive fan reactions started surfacing online following the early shows. Fans have particularly praised Suriya's screen presence, emotional moments, and the film's mass appeal, which are expected to boost spot bookings further through the day. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Looking at the current trend, Karuppu is expected to score in the range of 20 crores gross at the domestic box office, which will be one of the biggest openings ever for Suriya. With positive word of mouth pouring in, the film is set for a big opening weekend at the worldwide box office.

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Mumbai, May 15 - Mounting a big-budget war film is among the toughest challenges in filmmaking. From military research to realistic combat design and large-scale outdoor shoots to VFX, sound design, and emotionally charged music, every detail demands precision and massive investment. But trade experts say a great spectacle alone no longer guarantees box office success. Today's audiences want authenticity, emotion, and characters they can connect with beyond the battlefield. Over the span of six months, there were some major war films that were released in theatres. The audience verdict, though, was evident with Border 2 emerging as a big blockbuster and eventually becoming the most successful war film of recent times with 450 crores worldwide gross collection. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Industry chatter suggests that the film's emotional storytelling and patriotic core struck a chord with viewers across generations, proving that the appetite for war dramas coupled with a strong emotional core is still very much alive. Many within the trade are now crediting the Duttas for once again redefining the genre they mastered decades ago. With Border and now Border 2, producer and co-writer Nidhi Dutta has shown that the secret to a successful war film lies not just in scale, but in soul. The blockbuster success of Border 2 has reignited interest in the genre. Produced by Nidhi Dutta under JP Films, and Bhushan Kumar of T-Series, Border 2 stars Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahaan Shetty, and was released on 23rd January 2026.

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Bhooth Bangla is a delightful horror-comedy that brings back the iconic collaboration of Akshay Kumar and filmmaker Priyadarshan. The film follows a London-based man who inherits a massive, cursed ancestral palace in India and gets caught in a series of spooky yet hilarious situations while facing a mythological demon This mix of chills and chuckles has clearly worked wonders, as the movie has completed its fourth week with a very strong performance at the box office. Ending its fourth week on a high note, the film has managed to collect a total net of 14.30 crore over the last seven days. On its 28th day, the movie collected 1.25 crore net, showing zero drop from the previous day. Holding steady like this on a Thursday is a clear sign that the word-of-mouth remains positive and the audience is still coming in to enjoy the laughs. The film had a wide reach this week, and on Day 28 alone, it was screened across 4,061 shows. This brings the cumulative show count since the release to a massive 196,561 shows. Even after nearly a month in theaters, the movie is commanding a significant number of screens, which has helped it maintain a consistent flow of revenue. The overall performance for the fourth week has been exceptional, with the film raking in a net collection of 14.30 crore. This is a massive number that places it at the very top of the charts when compared to other major post-pandemic releases in their fourth weeks. Here is the day-wise breakdown for the week. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Bhooth Bangla - Week 4 India Net CollectionWEEK 4 DAYINDIA NET COLLECTIONDay 22 (Friday)₹ 1.75 CrDay 23 (Saturday)₹ 3.00 CrDay 24 (Sunday)₹ 4.00 CrDay 25 (Monday)₹ 1.35 CrDay 26 (Tuesday)₹ 1.70 CrDay 27 (Wednesday)₹ 1.25 CrDay 28 (Thursday)₹ 1.25 CrTotal Week 4₹ 14.30 Cr When we look at the ticket sales in the big multiplex chains, the fourth week saw a total of 56,592 tickets sold across PVR, INOX, and Cinepolis. Looking specifically at Thursday, these chains sold roughly 2,970 tickets in total. PVR led the way with around 1,305 tickets, followed by INOX with 1,245 tickets, and Cinepolis contributing about 420 tickets. These numbers show that the urban audience in major cities is still actively supporting the film. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The digital footprint on BookMyShow is equally impressive. In the fourth week, the film recorded 234K ticket bookings on the platform. The weekend was particularly busy, with Sunday peaking at over 59K tickets. With these additions, the total number of tickets booked for Bhooth Bangla on BookMyShow has now crossed the 3 million mark, reaching 3,070,380 tickets in total. This level of engagement is a testament to the film popularity across different regions. With this strong fourth-week finish, Bhooth Bangla has now solidified its position as one of Akshay Kumar's top-performing films in the post-pandemic era. It has officially surpassed the lifetime collections of OMG 2, moving into the third spot on his list of post-covid hits. Currently, Sooryavanshi and Housefull 5 hold the first and second positions. It is fascinating to see that Bhooth Bangla fourth-week collection of 14.30 crore is actually higher than what his other hits managed during the same period, outperforming Sooryavanshi (6.43 crore), OMG 2 (7.40 crore), and Housefull 5 (2.30 crore) in their respective fourth weeks. To give you the full picture of its financial success, the total India net collection now stands at 164.30 crore, with a gross collection of 194.82 crore. The film has also found an audience overseas, adding 53.30 crore to the kitty. All combined, the worldwide gross collection has reached a fantastic 248.12 crore. For a horror-comedy, these are exceptional numbers, and it looks like the film will continue to add more to its total in the coming days.

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Mumbai, May 14 - Jio Studios and Mumbai Film Company's historical action drama Raja Shivaji is inching closer to creating history after becoming the second-highest-grossing Marathi film of all time. The film has crossed the 90 crores gross mark worldwide after its second week and is now marching towards the prestigious 100 crores milestone. Raja Shivaji Becomes Second Biggest Marathi Grosser (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by and starring Riteish Deshmukh as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Raja Shivaji is expected to end its second week with 91+ crores gross worldwide. The film is estimated to collect 2.25+ crores on its second Thursday, which will help it surpass the lifetime collection of the female-led blockbuster Baipan Bhari Deva. Released in June 2023, Baipan Bhari Deva had emerged as a sensational success by grossing 90.50 crores worldwide during its theatrical run, making it the second-highest-grossing Marathi film at the time. With Raja Shivaji overtaking that benchmark, the film now stands behind only Sairat, which remains the industry’s all-time highest grosser with around 110 crores gross worldwide. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Highest-Grossing Marathi Films S. No. Movie Worldwide Gross 1 Sairat (2016) ₹ 110 Cr 2 Raja Shivaji (2026) ₹ 91+ Cr (14D) 3 Baipan Bhari Deva (2023) ₹ 90.50 Cr 4 Ved (2022) ₹ 73 Cr 5 Natsamrat (2016) ₹ 46 Cr* As of May 14, 2026. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Raja Shivaji Eyes 125+ Crore Gross Finish Based on the life of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the founder of the Maratha Empire, Raja Shivaji is now expected to enter the 100 crores gross club during its third weekend. The film will become only the second Marathi movie in history to achieve the feat after Sairat. Though the day-to-day collections have started slowing down after a phenomenal start, the film is still showing a strong theatrical hold across Maharashtra. Trade estimates currently suggest a lifetime finish of 125+ crores gross worldwide. If the film achieves the projected total, Raja Shivaji will emerge as the highest-grossing Marathi film of all time, surpassing Sairat and setting a new benchmark for the Marathi film industry.

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Kochi, May 14 - The advance booking of superstar Mohanlal's Drishyam 3 is getting bigger with each passing day. Jeethu Joseph's directorial suspense thriller is heading toward one of the biggest openings in Malayalam cinema history as the buzz around the return of Georgekutty reaches another level ahead of release. As per the latest trade reports, Drishyam 3 has now crossed 4 crore gross in Kerala alone for the opening day. The film has sold over 2 lakh tickets in the state, while worldwide booking has crossed the 7-10 crore gross mark, with 7 days still left for release. Kochi, Trivandrum, and Calicut are emerging as the strongest-performing centres, and several premium shows are already nearing sold-out status. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The film had initially crossed 1 crore in Kerala pre-sales within hours of bookings opening before witnessing a steady surge over the following days. The response was superb despite limited shows initially available, indicating huge anticipation among audiences for the third instalment of the iconic thriller franchise. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The Mohanlal's thriller is pacing ahead of recent Mollywood blockbusters in terms of advance momentum. Industry estimates indicate that the film could challenge opening-day records in Kerala if the current pace continues and more shows are added in the coming days. Directed by Jeethu Joseph, the third instalment of the iconic franchise is releasing on May 21 and is being positioned as one of the biggest pan-India Malayalam releases ever. Apart from Malayalam, the film will also release in Telugu, Tamil, and Kannada dubbed versions.

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Krishnavataram Part 1: The Heart has officially completed its first week at the box office, providing a clear picture of how the audience has received this new release. On its seventh day, which was the first Wednesday, the film collected 1.50 crore net in India. This represents an 18.9 percent drop from Tuesday's collection of 1.85 crore. While a mid-week dip is common, the film has managed to maintain a decent level of interest, bringing its total India net collection to 12.07 crore after seven days of theatrical run. To look at how the different languages contributed on day seven, the Hindi version remains the main driver, bringing in 1.32 crore from 1,983 shows with a 16 percent occupancy. The Telugu version added 0.15 crore from 161 shows with a 21 percent occupancy, while the Tamil market contributed 0.03 crore from 48 shows with an occupancy of 23 percent. These figures show the film's primary reliance on the Hindi market, while the regional versions provide a steady supplement from a smaller number of screens. The ticket sales data on BookMyShow also tells an interesting story of how the buzz evolved during the week. Total ticket sales on the platform have reached 314.78K so far. After starting with 14.18K tickets on the first Thursday, the film saw a significant surge over the weekend, peaking on Sunday with 71.32K tickets sold. For Wednesday, the platform recorded 33.98K ticket bookings, which is a natural adjustment following the high volumes seen earlier in the week. These steady bookings indicate that the film has established a consistent base of interest across various regions. In the major national cinema chains, the performance remained stable through the mid-week period. On Wednesday, PVR, INOX, and Cinepolis combined to sell roughly 8,630 tickets. Specifically, PVR recorded about 3,880 tickets, followed by INOX with approximately 2,930 tickets, while Cinepolis contributed around 1,820 tickets. Across the entire first week, these major chains have sold a total of nearly 91,270 tickets, reflecting the film's reliance on multiplex audiences. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The cumulative totals for the first week highlight a strong regional footprint. Out of the 12.07 crore total net, the Hindi version has contributed 11.14 crore from over 11,000 shows. The Telugu market follows with 0.71 crore, while the Tamil market has added 0.22 crore. When we look at the gross collections, which include taxes, the total India gross stands at 14.29 crore. The film has managed to sustain over 2,000 shows daily through the week, which has been crucial in building this total despite the fluctuating occupancy levels. To see how the daily collections progressed through the first week, here is the breakdown of the net earnings from day one to day seven: Krishnavataram Part 1: The Heart - 7-Day India Net CollectionDAYINDIA NET COLLECTIONDay 1 (Thursday)₹ 0.42 CrDay 2 (Friday)₹ 1.15 CrDay 3 (Saturday)₹ 2.25 CrDay 4 (Sunday)₹ 3.55 CrDay 5 (Monday)₹ 1.35 CrDay 6 (Tuesday)₹ 1.85 CrDay 7 (Wednesday)₹ 1.50 CrTotal₹ 12.07 Cr As the film enters its second week, the focus will be on its ability to hold screens against new releases. The trajectory seen so far shows a film that gained momentum over its first weekend and is now settling into a steady weekday rhythm. While the initial numbers were modest, the total net surpassing the 12-crore mark in a single week provides a solid foundation. The coming days will determine the long-term potential of the project as it moves past its debut week hurdles.

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Mumbai, May 14 - Ayushmann Khurrana is stepping back into the commercial rom-comedy space with Pati Patni Aur Woh Do, co-starring Wamiqa Gabbi, Rakul Preet Singh, and Sara Ali Khan. Directed by Mudassar Aziz, the film banks on chaotic relationship comedy, confusion-driven humour, and family entertainment. There was a time when sequels were box office guarantees, but things are not the same in the present scenario, especially for a non-star film. The recent trends indicate that the films which failed to take a decent start stuggled in their box office, and the opening day prospects aren't looking good for PPAWD, which is heading towards the opening of five crore net range. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by Mudassar Aziz, Pati Patni Aur Woh Do has struggled to create even decent pre-release excitement right from its announcement phase. Despite being a sequel to a commercially successful rom-com, the film's reveal arrived in a surprisingly low-key manner and failed to spark major social media conversation or audience curiosity. In today's theatrical landscape, sequel announcements often trend instantly with posters, teasers, motion videos, or surprise casting reveals. However, Pati Patni Aur Woh Do largely came without generating that "event film" feeling. The announcement lacked a strong promotional hook, which immediately affected the film's early buzz cycle. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) That muted response has continued into the marketing phase as well. Months after the announcement, the film still hasn't built widespread anticipation among audiences, especially compared to other upcoming Bollywood sequels. The absence of aggressive promotions, viral music, or high-energy campaigns has made the sequel feel unusually quiet for a commercial rom-com. More importantly, PPAWD looks more like a studio-driven extension of a successful title rather than a film audiences were actively demanding. The original Pati Patni Aur Woh worked because of its fresh humour, entertaining performances, and surprise factor, which is clearly missing in the upcoming film. As a result, the film is increasingly looking like another word-of-mouth-dependent theatrical release, and that is going to decide its fate.

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Mumbai, May 14 - The production house behind the blockbusters like KGF, Kantara, and Salaar, Hombale Films, recently announced that it would be entering the overseas distribution, and now, the studio has confirmed its first major Indian international rollout with one of the most anticipated films. Hombale Films Makes International Debut With Peddi (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Starring superstar Ram Charan, Peddi is easily the most anticipated Telugu movie at the moment, and Hombale Films has secured rights to distribute the rural sports action drama in international territories. Over the years, Hombale Films has built a strong reputation for delivering high-octane cinematic spectacles that combine rooted storytelling with massive theatrical appeal as a producer. Peddi is set for a massive overseas rollout as leading production house Hombale Films has come on board to distribute the film in international markets. The move is expected to significantly boost the film's reach across key territories like North America, the UK, Australia, and the Gulf region. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Stories rooted in our soil. Emotions meant for the world 🌍✨ Proud to begin our Overseas Distribution journey with #PEDDI ❤️‍🔥 Taking Indian stories beyond borders and bringing them closer to audiences worldwide. Excited to bring the world of #PEDDI to cinemas this JUNE… pic.twitter.com/Hc4cglX5Gr— Hombale Overseas (@HombaleOverseas) May 14, 2026 Directed by Buchi Babu Sana, Peddi is a sports action drama featuring a rugged and intense avatar of Ram Charan. The film also stars Janhvi Kapoor, Shiva Rajkumar, and Jagapathi Babu in pivotal roles, with music composed by A. R. Rahman. The movie has already generated huge pre-release buzz, particularly in overseas territories where advance interest has reportedly been very strong. Trade reports recently suggested that the overseas theatrical rights of Peddi were sold for over 40 crore, making it one of the biggest overseas deals in Telugu cinema. The film’s strong pre-sales momentum in North America has further increased expectations for a record-breaking international opening.

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Bhooth Bangla continues to hold its ground as it completes 27 days at the box office. On its fourth Wednesday, the film earned 1.25 crore net in India. This reflects a 26.5 percent drop from the 1.70 crore it collected on Tuesday, which is a standard mid-week trend for a film this far into its theatrical run. Despite the natural slowdown, the horror-comedy managed to retain a significant presence with 4,043 shows across the country, showing that there is still consistent demand for the movie. Looking at the overall figures, the total India net collection has now reached 163.05 crore. When we account for taxes, the gross domestic collection stands at 193.35 crore. The film has also seen steady contributions from the international market, adding 0.05 crore on its 27th day. This brings the total overseas gross to 53.25 crore, pushing the worldwide total gross collection to 246.60 crore. It is now very close to crossing the 250 crore mark globally, which is a significant achievement for a film in this genre. The ticket sales data on BookMyShow gives us a clear picture of where Bhooth Bangla stands compared to other big releases from the 2025-26 period during their respective fourth weeks. In the ranking of the highest ticket sales specifically for a fourth Wednesday, the film has grabbed the fifth spot. It follows major hits like Dhurandhar (179K), Chhaava (81K), Dhurandhar 2 (62K), and Saiyaara (19K). For this specific Wednesday, Bhooth Bangla recorded 18.16K ticket sales on the platform, which is a natural adjustment from the 34.67K sold on Tuesday. Even with this mid-week trend, the total tickets sold on BMS have officially crossed the 30.53 lakh mark, showing just how much ground the film has covered over the past month. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) In terms of performance at major national cinema chains, the film recorded about 5,000 ticket sales on Wednesday. PVR led the way with approximately 2,140 tickets sold, while INOX followed with around 2,080 and Cinepolis recorded about 780 tickets. This shows that the film is still pulling a consistent crowd in multiplexes. This steady movement is exactly what has helped the film build such a strong total as it moves toward the end of its fourth week. The journey of Bhooth Bangla so far has been quite resilient. While daily collections are naturally lower than the initial weeks, the fact that it is still holding onto over 4,000 shows is a strong indicator of its sustainability. Overall, the box office journey of Bhooth Bangla remains impressive. It has successfully navigated through various competition and maintained a steady flow of collections. As it nears the end of its fourth week, the focus is now on how it will perform over the coming weekend and whether it can reach the 250 crore worldwide milestone before the end of its theatrical run.