Devas Dixit

BY SACNILK TEAM

Mumbai, January 23 - Bollywood stars Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone Fighter has failed to get censor approval in Gulf countries. The Siddharth Anand's directorial aerial action flick is scheduled to be released on January 25. ## According to the latest reports, entire Gulf countries, except for UAE, have banned "Fighter". The film was submitted to the censor on January 10, and on January 23, it was officially communicated that the movie wouldn't be hitting the big screen in the Gulf. However, the film will be released in UAE as scheduled with a PG-15 rating. ## The reason behind the ban has not been revealed yet. Recently, superstar Salman Khan's "Tiger 3" was also banned in Kuwait and Qatar for its theatrical release. The Gulf has been a big overseas market for Indian movies so the ban will put a dent in "Fighter's" business. ## Produced by Viacom18 Studios and Marflix Pictures, the movie stars Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone, and Anil Kapoor in prominent roles. It is the first-of-its-kind aerial action thriller which has references to the 2019 Pulwama attack, and the 2019 Balakot airstrike. ## Stay tuned...

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Mumbai, January 23 - It was recently reported that director Sanjay Leela Bhansali is putting his ambitious musical drama "Baiju Bawra" on hold and is working on a love story as his next directorial. It was said that the movie could go on floors by May this year but there seems to be some changes regarding that. ## According to Pinkvilla, the maverick director is in the advanced talks with Bollywood stars Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal to headline his next directorial which is a love story about two couples. The report, however, cleared that it is not "Inshallah", which Bhansali hoped to make with Shah Rukh Khan, but things didn't work out. ## SLB's next is a pure love story set in modern times and Ranbir, Alia, and Vicky are likely to headline it. Both Ranbir and Alia heard the narration and are excited to come on board as the lead pair. Alia has already signed the film while Ranbir too is expected to follow the same soon. Vicky, on the other hand, loved the subject and is figuring out his dates before officially coming on board.## The love story revolves around the lives of two couples and SLB is in talks with a top actress to play the female lead and it's expected to be locked in the next 15 days. The shoot is expected to commence around November this year. ## Meanwhile, before starting SLB's love story, Ranbir will wrap director Nitesh Tiwari's magnum opus "Ramayana" which goes on the floor in March this year. Alia has "Jigra" currently on floors and YRF's Spy Universe film while Vicky is expected to wrap up "Chavva" before moving to Bhansali's next. ## Stay tuned...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Kochi, January 23 - Malayalam superstar Mohanlal must be on cloud nine after scoring a big blockbuster success at the box office in the form of courtroom drama "Neru". Jeetu Joseph's directorial movie grossed over 85 crores at the worldwide box office while total business including OTT and satellite is over 100 crores. ## After Neru, Mohanlal could score another big commercial success in under two months with his upcoming period action drama Malaikottai Vaaliban, directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery. The movie is seen as a potential blockbuster by the Malayalam trade and as far as the opening is concerned, the movie is set for a big start. ## The bookings for Malaikottai Vaaliban are pretty good at around 2.60 crores gross (including block seats) for the opening day, which is one of the biggest for a Malayalam title. With still more than a day left for the release, the pre-sales of the movie should easily finish over 3 crores for the opening day. ## The pre-sales trend is good enough for the movie to open with 5+ crores gross at the domestic box office. In fact, this is the highest advance for a Mohanlal movie in recent times, so that is a positive sign for the film and if it gets a positive reception, then it can emerge as one of the biggest Malayalam hits ever. ## The film is jointly produced by John & Mary Creative, Century Films, Maxlab Cinemas and Entertainments, and Yoodlee Films, along with Amen Movie Monastery. The film stars Mohanlal in the title role alongside Sonalee Kulkarni, Hareesh Peradi, Danish Sait, and Manikandan R. Achari, among others in key roles. ## Malaikottai Vaaliban is scheduled to be released on January 25, during the Republic Day weekend. ## Stay tuned...

BY JITU JANGIR

Drew McIntyre and Damian Priest headlined the main event on tonight's episode of Monday Night Raw. The culmination of their match saw R-Truth intervening, causing chaos that ultimately paved the way for Drew to deliver a decisive Claymore to Priest, securing the three-count. ## Below check out the full recap of the match. ## They grappled, and Drew initiated a side headlock. Jockeying for position ensued, but Drew maintained control with another side headlock. Executing a shoulder tackle, Drew sent Priest into the ropes, who retaliated with a shoulder tackle of his own. The back-and-forth continued, with Priest landing punches in the corner after an Irish whip. Drew countered with a clothesline out of the corner, followed by a chop. Priest responded with a punch, forcing Drew to retreat to the floor. ## Taking advantage, Drew caught Priest as he attempted a move off the ring steps, delivering an overhead belly-to-belly suplex on the floor. After returning Priest to the ring, Drew resumed the attack with chops and punches. Priest fought back with a back heel kick, attempting to Irish whip Drew into the ring post. However, Drew halted the move, and Priest redirected Drew into the post, following up with a Broken Arrow onto the announce table before a commercial break. ## Upon returning, Priest focused on Drew's leg with kicks and forearms. Drew retaliated with chops and punches, but Priest countered with a kick to the back of the leg. The back-and-forth strikes continued, culminating in both men being down. Drew rallied with clotheslines and another overhead belly-to-belly suplex. He followed up with a neckbreaker, setting up for the Claymore, but Priest evaded by moving out of the way. ## Priest missed a spinning back heel kick, allowing Drew to execute a spinebuster for a near fall. Priest responded with a forearm and sent Drew into the turnbuckles. Charging into the corner, Priest met a kick from Drew. Priest countered with a leaping flatliner for a close two-count. ## Attempting an elbow in the corner, Priest was caught by Drew. Despite kicks to the ribs and leg from Priest, Drew landed a headbutt and ended up on the apron. Drew went for a move from the top rope but missed, rolling through. Priest capitalized with a kick to the head and a Falcon Arrow for a near fall. Priest added a flip dive onto Drew on the floor. ## R Truth made an appearance with Priest's money, distracting him. Priest shoved Truth down, but this allowed Drew to hit a Future Shock. Truth tried to retrieve the password for Priest's briefcase, but Drew intervened with a forearm. Priest attempted South of Heaven, but Truth distracted the referee, preventing the count. Priest dispatched Truth, but Drew capitalized with a Claymore for the three-count. ## WINNER: Drew McIntyre ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

During the January 22 broadcast of WWE Raw, two prominent stars on the main roster engaged in a compelling face-to-face encounter for the inaugural event. Throughout the segment, the majority of their interaction centered around reminiscing about Dusty Rhodes. ## CM Punk had entered the backstage area, Cody Rhodes trailing behind him. The scene transitioned, leading Cody Rhodes to make his way to the ring, with CM Punk following suit.## Punk suggested they savor the moment, recognizing the diverse paths that brought them to this point. He expressed the hope that they would still be friends come Sunday morning, post their match.## Cody inquired about the topic Punk wanted to discuss. Punk redirected the conversation to Cody's father, Dusty Rhodes. Punk reminisced about Dusty reaching out in 2007, entrusting Punk to watch over his youngest son, Cody, who was then training at OVW. Punk took pride in Cody's evolution from a preliminary wrestler to a main event superstar.## Punk admitted to feeling like he was breaking a promise on Saturday, acknowledging that when the bell rang, he wouldn't be looking out for Cody but looking for him. Punk declared his intent to win the Royal Rumble, even if it meant landing punches on Cody's face.## Cody acknowledged that thoughts of Dusty were on his mind too. He spoke about the challenge of living in the shadow of such a legendary figure, emphasizing his efforts to be his own man – a light rather than just a shadow. Cody reflected on his start in OVW, expressing gratitude for Punk treating him as a peer and friend. Cody acknowledged that the Rumble wouldn't have any friends.## Punk questioned Cody's ability to separate business from personal, considering Cody's deep ties to the wrestling business. He spoke of his own journey, not having a famous father and not benefiting from nepotism. Punk highlighted the burden Cody faced with the Rhodes name, praising him for emerging from that shadow.## Cody brought up Punk's departure after the "Pipe Bomb" and claimed that Punk dropped the torch, but Cody picked it up. He asserted to be more CM Punk than Punk himself.## Feeling the tension rise, Punk removed his sweatshirt and outlined the path to WrestleMania for Cody. He acknowledged Cody's accomplishments but warned of a bigger superstar – himself – looming in the distance.## Cody insisted on moving forward and through Punk at the Royal Rumble. They went face to face, and after a brief pause, both Punk and Cody left the ring together. Punk confidently declared to Wade and Cole that he would win the Rumble, urging them to put their money on him. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

Hulk Hogan, the icon who sparked Hulkamania 40 years ago, dropped a bombshell on Monday's Raw through a pre-recorded video. Not only did he reminisce about the electrifying birth of his legendary persona, but he also showered praise on the current WWE roster carrying the torch. ## Hogan singled out Cody Rhodes as a shining example, then turned his attention to the looming Royal Rumble. His money? On CM Punk and Rhodes to tear up the ring. But that wasn't all.### The Hulkster dropped a tantalizing hint about the Rumble's notorious wildcard: "You never know who might roll through those curtains." Could Hogan himself be itching for one last dance? ## It's worth noting that the 70-year-old hasn't stepped into the squared circle since 2012, though whispers of a comeback have echoed sporadically.## This cryptic message, however, has reignited the speculation flames, leaving fans wondering if they'll witness the return of the Immortal One at the Rumble. ## "You never know ... I might have one left in me." - @HulkHogan pic.twitter.com/6AeilZAmrR— WWE (@WWE) January 23, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

Monday's Raw kicked off with a bombshell as Seth Rollins, clutching his battered left knee, confirmed his injury but vowed to defend his World Heavyweight throne all the way to WrestleMania 40. The Architect revealed the gruesome details – a Grade 2 MCL tear and a shredded meniscus – courtesy of Jinder Mahal's brutal attack last week. Surgery, he admitted, loomed like a hungry beast, promising a three-to-four-month exile. ## But Rollins, never one to cower, declared rebellion. He wouldn't succumb to the scalpel's kiss. Instead, he'd channel his grit and grind through rehab, his eyes fixed on the grand prize. This defiant proclamation was cut short by a hulking shadow – Intercontinental Champion Gunther, with a crocodile grin masking his predatory intent.## Feigned sympathy dripped from Gunther's voice as he mourned Rollins' misfortune. But the Architect, wise to the game, silenced him with a sharp retort: "Let me finish, giant." Rollins then dropped the mic (metaphorically, of course, this is WWE): he wouldn't be sidelined. He'd carry the World title like a burning torch, leaving a trail of adversity in his wake, all the way to WrestleMania.## The segment ended with a tense handshake, leaving the air thick with the unspoken promise of a future clash between these two titans. While Punk's name has long haunted this World Championship picture, with the Royal Rumble just days away, the landscape has shifted dramatically. Both Punk and Gunther have their eyes on the ultimate prize, while Rollins, the wounded warrior, stands defiant, refusing to relinquish his grasp on the gold.## Nobody will stop @WWERollins from making it to #WrestleMania!#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/pTqmbak7BK— WWE (@WWE) January 23, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

Here is the live coverage of WWE NXT which is scheduled to air live on January 23, 2024, from Capital Wrestling Center with a full action-packed match card. ## Make sure you follow us on social so that you can come to know about momentary announcements and the latest results of WWE NXT and others. WWE NXT is broadcasted on USA Network [8 PM ET on Tuesday ] [You can watch WWE NXT live at 6:30 in India on Sony Ten 1/1HD/3/3HD every Wednesday morning]. ## WWE NXT Time In Canada: It airs live every Friday at 8 Am EDT on Sportsnet 360 ## WWE NXT Time In South Africa: The show also airs live on SuperSport Variety 3 in South Africa on Thursdays at 02:00 am CAT ## NXT Time In Italy: In Italy, NXT airs live on Dplay 2:00 pm ## WWE NXT Results January 23, 2024 & Winners ## -Bron Breakker and Baron Corbin defeated Axiom and Nathan Frazer in a Semifinal Match in the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic ## -Lash Legend (with Jakara Jackson, Noam Dar, and Oro Mensah) defeated Wren Sinclair ## -Lexis KIng defeated Trey Bearhill ## -Dragon Lee defeated SCRYPTS (with Bronco Nima, Lucien Price, and Jaida Parker) ## -Blair Davenport defeated Karmen Petrovic ## -Trick Williams defeated Josh Briggs ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

The Smoothie King Center in New Orleans erupted with adrenaline tonight, and one announcement sent shockwaves through the WWE Universe: the Undisputed WWE World Tag-Team Championships are up for grabs next week on Raw! ## Backstage in The Judgment Day's lair, Rhea Ripley, acting on orders from Raw GM Adam Pearce, dropped the bombshell on Damian Priest and Finn Balor, the reigning tag champs. Prepare for a clash of titans, because #DIY - the iconic duo of Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa - will challenge for the belts on the post-Royal Rumble Raw. ## But the championship frenzy doesn't stop there. In a heated face-to-face backstage, Kofi Kingston laid down the gauntlet to GUNTHER, demanding a shot at the Intercontinental Championship gold. ## The ever-dominant Bronson Reed also set his sights on Jey Uso, challenging him to a showdown on the same explosive night. ## WWE RAW (1/29) Updated: ## Intercontinental Championship: GUNTHER vs. Kofi Kingston ## World Tag Team Championship: Damian Priest & Finn Balor vs. #DIY ## Bronson Reed vs Jey Uso ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

Two rising stars from NXT, Myles Borne and Gigi Dolin, got their shot to shine under the bright lights of Raw in New Orleans tonight. Both grapplers impressed in their Main Event bout matchups, giving fans a taste of the future of pro wrestling. ## Borne, in his second Raw appearance of the year, locked horns with the powerhouse Brutus Creed. Dolin, meanwhile, battled the ever-dangerous Chelsea Green. These opportunities serve as crucial stepping stones for NXT talent, granting them invaluable exposure and ring experience. ## Before the NXT showcases even kicked off, however, the evening was ignited by Seth Rollins' electrifying declaration regarding his WrestleMania 40 aspirations. Brace yourselves, folks, because tonight's Raw promises to be a barn-burner. ## @gigidolin_wwe was not amused with @ImChelseaGreen #WWEMainEvent #WWERaw pic.twitter.com/Awxr5UWEFZ— JD (@MarlinsManJD) January 23, 2024 ## oh yes!! myles borne on main event #wweraw pic.twitter.com/OiOIdAIVlZ— .🪐 (@rol1sroyce) January 23, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Hyderabad, January 22 - Following the massive success of the superhero movie Hanuman, director Prasanth Varma has officially announced its sequel titled Jai Hanuman. The sequel was teased in the climax of the first movie and its mega success ensured the imminent development. ## The film was officially announced on the historic occasion of Shri Ram Mandir Pran Prathistha with the first look poster. The poster shows Lord Hanuman bowing down to Lord Shri Ram and it is in sync with the mood of the nation at the moment.## The sequel will solely focus on Lord Hanuman, and as per the reports, a top hero will play the role of Hanuman while Teja Sajja who played the lead role in the first movie, will also reprise his character in Jai Hanuman. Varma reveals that the pre-production work has begun and more details will be revealed soon. It will be the second film in Prashant Varma Cinematic Universe (PVCU) after Hanuman. ## With gratitude for the immense love and support showered upon #HanuMan from audiences across the globe, I stand at the threshold of a new journey by making a promise to myself! #JaiHanuman Pre-Production Begins on the auspicious day of #RamMandirPranPrathistha 🙏@ThePVCU pic.twitter.com/wcexuH6KFH— Prasanth Varma (@PrasanthVarma) January 22, 2024 ## Meanwhile, Hanuman is currently playing in theatres in its second week. The movie, which was made on a budget of around 30 crores, has crossed 200 crores at the worldwide box office and emerged as one of the biggest blockbusters in Telugu cinema. ## Stay tuned...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, January 22 - Director Prashanth Varma's superhero movie Hanuman has emerged as a big Sankranthi 2024 winner at the domestic and worldwide box office. The film not only surpassed bigger titles but is also on course to become the biggest Sankranthi winner ever in Telugu cinema. ## Hanuman was released on January 12 with superstar Mahesh Babu's action drama "Guntur Kaaram" which is a much bigger movie in terms of star power and scale. Hanuman overcame the initial obstacles to become the big blockbuster and eventually topped Guntur Kaaram at the domestic as well as the worldwide box office. ## Starring Teja Sajja in the lead role, Hanuman scored approximately 198 crores worldwide in the first 10 days, and with today's collection, it has crossed the 200 crore gross mark and becomes the first Indian movie of the year and first ever for director Varma and actor Teja to do so.## The movie, apart from its original Telugu version, has emerged as a success story in the dubbed Hindi version. It has scored around 34 crores net (40+ crores gross) in Hindi in the first 10 days and is on course to finish over 50 crores net mark which is a massive win for the film. ## Hanuman is trending above all other movies at the moment, and it is expected to cross the 250 crores mark by the next week. It was made on a budget of around 30 crores, and considering this, it has emerged as the biggest Telugu box-office blockbuster ever released at the Sankranthi festival. ## Produced by Primeshow Entertainment, the film stars Teja Sajja, Amrita Iyer, Varalakshmi Sarathkumar, Raj Deepak Shetty, and Vinay Rai in key roles. The film is set in the fictional village Anjanadri. This will be the first film of Prashant Varma Cinematic Universe (PVCU). ## Stay tuned...