Genelia Deshmukh

Genelia Deshmukh

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Date of Birth
Aug 5, 1987
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Place of Birth
Mumbai, India
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Age
39 Years
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Height
1.68 m
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Nationality
India
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Known For
Indian Cinema
Actress

Career Stats

Total Movies 0
Debut Year N/A
Awards Won N/A
Box Office ₹0 Cr
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Top 10 Net Collection

Sitaare Zameen Par
Collection: ₹167.46 Cr
Raja Shivaji
Collection: ₹88.10 Cr
Ved
Collection: ₹61.20 Cr
Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na
Collection: ₹55.36 Cr
Force
Collection: ₹27.16 Cr
Mere Baap Pehle Aap
Collection: ₹22.53 Cr
Life Partner
Collection: ₹20.48 Cr
Masti
Collection: ₹20.26 Cr
Tere Naal Love Ho Gaya
Collection: ₹19.90 Cr
Chance Pe Dance
Collection: ₹19.39 Cr
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Recent Movies

Samba
Samba
May 2026
Raja Shivaji
Raja Shivaji
May 2026
Sitaaron Ke Sitaare
Sitaaron Ke Sitaare
Dec 2025
Mastiii 4
Mastiii 4
Nov 2025
Junior (Telugu)
Junior (Telugu)
Jul 2025
Sitaare Zameen Par
Sitaare Zameen Par
Jun 2025
Ved
Ved
Dec 2022
Tere Naal Love Ho Gaya
Tere Naal Love Ho Gaya
Feb 2012
Force
Force
Sep 2011
Uthama Puthiran
Uthama Puthiran
Nov 2010

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Mumbai, May 17 - Jio Studios and Mumbai Film Company's historical action drama Raja Shivaji has officially crossed the coveted 100 crore gross mark at the domestic box office, emerging as one of the biggest blockbusters in the history of Marathi cinema. Directed by and starring Riteish Deshmukh, Raja Shivaji, based on the life of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, has been rewriting records since its release on May 1. The film opened to a record-breaking first weekend of 40.35 crore gross, the biggest opening weekend ever for a Marathi film. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The momentum continued through the weekdays as the film ended its first week with a phenomenal 62.40 crore gross collection, setting another all-time Marathi cinema record. Despite the expected drop in the second week, Raja Shivaji remained strong and collected 28.70 crore gross. The film continued its solid theatrical run in the third weekend as well, despite the new releases fueling the competition, adding another 9 crore gross collection and taking the total past the historic 100 crore milestone, becoming only the second Marathi film to do so. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The movie has enjoyed phenomenal support in Maharashtra while also posting solid numbers in the Hindi version. Strong word-of-mouth, repeat audience footfalls, and the grand scale presentation have helped the film sustain superbly over multiple weeks. The movie features an ensemble cast including Sanjay Dutt, Genelia Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, Vidya Balan, Fardeen Khan, and a cameo of Salman Khan. Riteish Deshmukh's portrayal of Shivaji Maharaj has received widespread appreciation from audiences and critics alike.

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Raja Shivaji 1st Day Advance Booking: 42,000+ Tickets Sold Already; Why The Hindi Version Is Shorter Than The Marathi One?

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Riteish Deshmukh's much-anticipated historical epic Raja Shivaji is generating significant momentum ahead of its May 1 release. The film has recorded a healthy response in its advance booking phase, crossing the 1.1 crore mark in all-India gross collections without block seats. When including block seats, the total first-day advance booking stands at 1.55 crore. With over 42,700 tickets already sold across 1,105 shows, the film is poised for a strong start, particularly in its home territory of Maharashtra. Beyond the booking numbers, an interesting development regarding the film's runtime has surfaced. As exclusively reported by Bollywood Hungama, Raja Shivaji will be released with two different runtimes for its Marathi and Hindi versions. While it is standard practice for multi-language releases to maintain the same length, this film serves as an exception. The Marathi version has a runtime of 195.05 minutes, which translates to 3 hours 15 minutes and 5 seconds. In contrast, the Hindi version is shorter by exactly 8 minutes, clocking in at 187.05 minutes or 3 hours 7 minutes and 5 seconds.This strategic difference in pacing was also reflected in the film's promotional material; while the Marathi trailer runs for 3 minutes and 5 seconds, the Hindi trailer was kept slightly shorter at 2 minutes and 59 seconds. The Hindi version of the film was cleared by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) with a U/A 16+ certificate on April 28. While no major cuts were requested, the CBFC's only suggestion was that the names of chapters, dates, events, and locations be specifically mentioned in Hindi for that version.This runtime experiment is reportedly a strategic move by Riteish Deshmukh. According to industry insiders, the director wanted to keep the narrative crisper for the national audience, while retaining a more detailed and local flavor for the Marathi audience who are naturally more connected to the historical context. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The language-wise breakdown of the advance booking reflects the film's strong regional pull, though the Hindi version is also carving out its space. Here is a look at the current 1st-day advance booking status: Marathi (2D): 1.05 Cr Gross | 40,070 Tickets Sold | 992 Shows Hindi (2D): 4.50 Lakh Gross | 2,667 Tickets Sold | 113 Shows All India Total (Gross): 1.10 Cr (1.55 Cr with block seats) Total Tickets Sold: 42,737 Marathi (2D): ATP 226 Hindi (2D): ATP 182 The trend was also visible in the promotional material, as the Marathi trailer was slightly longer than the Hindi one. The film features a massive ensemble cast including Genelia Deshmukh, Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Vidya Balan, and Fardeen Khan. Produced by Mumbai Film Company and Jio Studios, Raja Shivaji is one of the most ambitious Marathi productions to date. This star power, combined with the historical significance of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, has led to a surge in demand across key cities. Pune has emerged as the strongest performing center, leading the bookings with several theaters introducing 7:00 AM shows to accommodate the audience. Mumbai is also seeing steady growth in ticket sales. Among the national multiplex chains, the performance has been encouraging with PVR Inox leading the Marathi version sales at 10,000 tickets. Miraj Cinemas has followed with 4,500 tickets, while Cinepolis and MovieMax have sold 3,000 and 2,500 tickets respectively. With a total of 1,105 shows scheduled across India, Raja Shivaji is looking to set new benchmarks for Marathi cinema at the box office.

Raja Shivaji Box Office Collection | All Language | Day Wise | Worldwide Box Office
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Raja Shivaji Box Office Collection | All Language | Day Wise | Worldwide

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Here is the Marathi movie Raja Shivaji box office collection, which is a historical action drama film. This film is directed by Riteish Deshmukh and produced by Jio Studios and Mumbai Film Company. ## Raja Shivaji stars Riteish Deshmukh, Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Vidya Balan, Genelia Deshmukh, Bhagyashree Patwardhan, Fardeen Khan, Salman Khan, and Sachin Khedekar in key roles. ## Raja Shivaji 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 ## Raja Shivaji Budget: ₹ - Cr * Approx ## Raja Shivaji Verdict: Coming Soon ## Raja Shivaji Screen count ## India: - ## Overseas: - ## Worldwide total: - ## Release Date: 1st May 2026 ## For more and the latest news about Marathi Film Box Office Collection, Stay tuned to us.

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New OTT Releases This Week (March 30 – April 5, 2026): From Sitaare Zameen Par ,Maamla Legal Hai 2 and Vadh 2 to Scream 7, Here's Your Ultimate Binge Guide

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The season features a special guest appearance from Lara Jean and focuses on embracing unexpected changes to her plans XO, Kitty –Season 3 Cast and Crew Anna CathcartActor Choi Min yeongActor Gia KimActor Sang Heon LeeActor Sherwin ShilatiDirector XO, Kitty – Season 3 Trailer Other Upcoming OTT releases this week March 30 to April 5MOVIE / SERIES NAMELANGUAGERELEASE DATEPLATFORM DispensaryPunjabiMarch 30Chaupal Rory McIlroy: The Masters WaitEnglishMarch 30Prime Video If It’s Tuesday, It’s Murder (Series)SpanishMarch 31Disney+ PillionEnglishMarch 31Prime Video (Rent) DollyEnglishMarch 31Prime Video (Rent) NatchezEnglishMarch 31Prime Video (Rent) Silver StarEnglishMarch 31Plex Time Hoppers: The Silk RoadEnglishMarch 31Prime Video (Rent) Wuthering HeightsEnglishMarch 31Prime Video (Rent) Eat Pray BarkGermanApril 01Netflix Crime 101EnglishApril 01Prime Video (Rent) It Takes a VillagePolishApril 01Netflix Agent From Above (Series)ChineseApril 02Netflix Sins of Kujo (Series)JapaneseApril 02Netflix Raavi De KandePunjabiApril 02Chaupal Long Time ListenerEnglishApril 02Prime Video (Rent / ALLBLK) The SheriffEnglishApril 02Prime Video (Rent) VadamTamilApril 03Sun NXT Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hai: Fun On The RunHindiApril 03ZEE5 Makasum (Series)HindiApril 03Prime Video Knokke Off – Season 3 (Series)FlemishApril 03Netflix MrityunjayTelugu, TamilApril 03Netflix Nippon Sangoku: Season 1 (Series)JapaneseApril 05Prime Video (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   Frequently Asked Questions: OTT Releases (March 30 – April 5, 2026) What are the biggest movies and shows releasing on OTT this week? This week features massive global blockbusters and highly anticipated sequels. The highlights include the digital premiere of Scream 7 and Avatar: Fire and Ash on Prime Video (Rent), alongside the return of the fan-favorite teen series XO, Kitty Season 3 on Netflix. Indian audiences are also looking forward to Maamla Legal Hai Season 2 and the Hindi thriller Vadh 2. When and where can I watch XO, Kitty Season 3? The hit spin-off series XO, Kitty Season 3, starring Anna Cathcart, is scheduled to premiere on Netflix on Thursday, April 02, 2026. This season follows Kitty’s continued adventures and complicated love life in Seoul. When will Scream 7 and Avatar: Fire and Ash be available to stream? Two of the biggest Hollywood titles arrive on March 31, 2026. Both the horror sequel Scream 7 and James Cameron’s epic Avatar: Fire and Ash will be available for digital purchase and rental on Amazon Prime Video. What are the major Hindi OTT releases this week? Hindi content fans have a lot to look forward to on April 03. The legal comedy Maamla Legal Hai Season 2 returns to Netflix (also available in Tamil dub). Additionally, the gritty thriller sequel Vadh 2 premieres on Netflix, and the comedy Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hai: Fun On The Run arrives on ZEE5. Earlier in the week, the film Happy Patel debuts on Netflix on April 01. Which South Indian and regional movies are arriving? For Tamil audiences, the thriller Vadam premieres on Sun NXT on April 03. On the same day, the Telugu film Mrityunjay arrives on Netflix with a Tamil dubbed version. Punjabi cinema fans can catch Dispensary on March 30 and Raavi De Kande on April 02, both on the Chaupal platform. What new K-Dramas and international series are releasing? Action fans can stream Bloodhounds Season 2 on Netflix starting April 03. 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Aamir Khan Echoes Leonardo DiCaprio's Concerns; Calls India's Theatrical-OTT Window a Not a Graceful Compromise Bollywood
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Aamir Khan Echoes Leonardo DiCaprio's Concerns; Calls India's Theatrical-OTT Window a Not a Graceful Compromise

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The global debate surrounding the future of the theatrical experience has found a powerful new resonance in the Indian film industry. Recently, Hollywood legend Leonardo DiCaprio voiced his concerns to The Times regarding the shrinking theatrical window and the rising dominance of streaming platforms. DiCaprio argued that the communal magic of watching a film in a cinema hall is under threat, a sentiment that is now being mirrored by Indian megastar Aamir Khan. In an industry currently grappling with the balance between box-office stability and OTT revenue, Khan's latest insights suggest that the current state of affairs is far from ideal. In an exclusive conversation with Variety India, Aamir Khan delved deep into the theatrical versus streaming debate. When asked if Indian cinema was doing enough to protect the big-screen experience or if it was negotiating a graceful compromise with streaming economics, the actor-producer was remarkably candid. He stated that, at this point, the situation does not feel like a graceful compromise from any angle. Khan emphasized that the current dynamic is a difficult position for the industry to be in, suggesting that while a middle ground is necessary, the current scales are tipped in a way that feels unrefined and potentially damaging to the theatrical business. The Perfectionist of Bollywood further noted that this struggle is not unique to Hindi cinema. According to Khan, several producers from the South Indian film industries have expressed similar anxieties regarding the pressure to meet streaming mandates while trying to keep the theatrical business healthy. He firmly backed Leonardo DiCaprio's stance, asserting that if the theatrical business is to thrive and remain a sustainable ecosystem, the exclusive window for cinema halls must be protected at all costs. For Khan, the survival of the big screen is not just about commerce, but about preserving the culture of moviegoing. As a producer known for his strategic foresight, Aamir Khan proposed a more flexible release model rather than a rigid one-size-fits-all approach. He envisions a system where mainstream films with massive stakes are granted a significantly longer theatrical window to maximize their box-office potential. Conversely, he suggested that smaller, more experimental films could benefit from shorter windows, allowing them to find their niche audience on digital platforms more quickly. This tiered approach, he believes, would allow the industry to cater to different types of content without cannibalizing the theatrical market. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   The validity of Khan's theatrical-first philosophy was recently proven by the success of his film Sitaare Zameen Par. Released in June 2025, the movie—which paired Aamir Khan with Genelia Deshmukh—became a significant hit, grossing over ₹250 crores at the box office. Directed by RS Prasanna, the film's strong performance served as a reminder that family audiences are still willing to throng theaters for high-quality, emotional storytelling. By prioritizing the theatrical experience for such a project, Khan demonstrated that the big screen remains the ultimate platform for cinematic impact. As the Indian film industry continues to navigate the complexities of the digital age, Aamir Khan's remarks to Variety India serve as a crucial wake-up call. The tension between the immediate financial security offered by streaming giants and the long-term health of the exhibition sector remains a defining challenge for producers. Whether the industry can transition into the graceful compromise Khan hopes for will likely depend on whether other major stakeholders join him in protecting the sanctity of the silver screen.

Year Ender 2025:The year of Sequels Bollywood
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Year Ender 2025:The year of Sequels

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Sequel Report 2025 Filmmakers doubled down on nostalgia this year, bringing back iconic characters and expanding beloved universes. From the high-octane face-off in War 2 to the supernatural hysteria of Stree 2, the box office was dominated by the Part 2 phenomenon. However, the results were a mixed bag of hits and shocking disasters, proving that a franchise tag alone is no longer a guarantee of success. As we wrap up the year, here is the verified collection report and verdict of the 10 sequels of 2025. War 2 Director Ayan Mukerji Cast Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, Kiara Advani Hindi Net ₹ 236.55 Cr WW Gross ₹ 364.35 Cr Budget ₹ 400 Cr Verdict Flop A monumental disappointment. Despite the massive hype surrounding the Hrithik vs. Jr NTR face-off, the film collapsed due to negative word-of-mouth and a weak screenplay. With a colossal budget of ₹400 Cr, the collections are disastrous, failing to even cross the lifetime figures of its 2019 predecessor. It proves that mounting a project on scale alone cannot save a film if the content doesn't connect. Housefull 5 Director Tarun Mansukhani Cast Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan Hindi Net ₹ 183.3 Cr WW Gross ₹ 288.58 Cr Budget ₹ 250 Cr Verdict Average A classic case of the budget outgrowing the box office potential. While the cruise ship grandeur pushed the cost to an astronomical ₹250 Cr, the collections (₹183.3 Cr Net) failed to match up, falling significantly short of Housefull 4's ₹210 Cr benchmark. Despite decent family footfalls during the holidays, the massive mounting turned a potential money-spinner into a financial burden, signaling clear franchise fatigue. Jolly LLB 3 Director Subhash Kapoor Cast Akshay Kumar, Arshad Warsi, Huma Qureshi Hindi Net ₹ 116.75 Cr WW Gross ₹ 170.8 Cr Budget ₹ 120 Cr Verdict Success A classic example of diminishing ROI. While the much-hyped face-off between Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi helped the film match the net collections of Jolly LLB 2 (₹117 Cr), the economics went for a toss. With the budget skyrocketing 4x from ₹30 Cr to ₹120 Cr, what was once a highly profitable franchise has been reduced to just a Success. It proves that while the audience base remained intact, the massive cost escalation ate into the profit margins. Raid 2 Director Raj Kumar Gupta Cast Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Vaani Kapoor Hindi Net ₹ 173.05 Cr WW Gross ₹ 237 Cr Budget ₹ 120 Cr Verdict Hit Bigger numbers, but smaller margins. While Raid 2 saw a healthy jump in collections (₹173 Cr vs the prequel's ₹103 Cr), it couldn't match the massive profitability of the first part. Raid was a 'Super-Hit' because it earned 3x its lean ₹35 Cr budget. The sequel, burdened by a heavy ₹120 Cr cost, settles for a Hit verdict. It was a commercial success, but not the money-spinner the original was relative to investment. Sitaare Zameen Par Director R.S. Prasanna Cast Aamir Khan, Genelia Deshmukh Hindi Net ₹ 167.3 Cr WW Gross ₹ 267.34 Cr Budget ₹ 122 Cr Verdict Hit A case of High Revenue, Lower ROI. While Sitaare Zameen Par clocked an impressive ₹167.3 Cr (nearly 2.6x the prequel's lifetime), the economics tell a different story. With the budget escalating 10x from ₹12 Cr to ₹122 Cr, the massive profitability of the original is missing. However, given the genre and Aamir's recent track record, crossing ₹267 Cr worldwide makes it a respectable Hit, even if it lacks the Super-Hit status of its low-budget predecessor. De De Pyaar De 2 Director Anshul Sharma Cast Ajay Devgn, R. Madhavan, Rakul Preet Singh Hindi Net ₹ 74 Cr WW Gross ₹ 111.5 Cr Budget ₹ 150 Cr Verdict Below Average A shocking misfire. Sequels are expected to take the franchise forward, but De De Pyaar De 2 took a massive step back. Not only did the collections nosedive from ₹104 Cr (Part 1) to just ₹74 Cr, but the budget ballooned to ₹135 Cr, making theatrical recovery impossible. Son of Sardaar 2 Director Vijay Kumar Arora Cast Ajay Devgn, Mrunal Thakur, Sanjay Dutt Hindi Net ₹ 46.82 Cr WW Gross ₹ 65.75 Cr Budget ₹ 130 Cr Verdict Flop A box office catastrophe. The franchise completely collapsed with this installment. While the original was a Super-Hit with ₹105 Cr Net on a lean ₹40 Cr budget, the sequel saw the budget triple to ₹130 Cr while collections crashed to less than half (₹46.82 Cr). It stands as one of the biggest loss-makers of the year, proving that a 13-year gap is too long to sustain brand recall without strong content. Baaghi 4 Director A. Harsha Cast Tiger Shroff, Sara Ali Khan Hindi Net ₹ 52.1 Cr WW Gross ₹ 77 Cr Budget ₹ 80 Cr Verdict Flop The franchise has officially hit rock bottom. While Baaghi 3 managed ₹96.5 Cr even amidst the onset of the pandemic, Baaghi 4 saw collections crash by nearly 50% to just ₹52.1 Cr. Even with a reduced budget of ₹80 Cr, the film failed to recover its costs theatrically. The repetitive action formula has been completely rejected by the audience. Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 Director Anukalp Goswami Cast Kapil Sharma, Warina Hussain,Tridha Choudhary, Ayesha Khan Hindi Net ₹ 7.20 Cr(As of day 3) WW Gross NA Budget ₹30 Cr Verdict NA Kapil Sharma's return to the big screen witnessed some respite over the weekend. After a slow start, the film saw positive growth on Sunday (₹ 2.85 Cr), taking its 3-day total to ₹ 7.20 Cr. While family audiences stepped out, the numbers still pale in comparison to the record-breaking debut of the first part. The film has gathered some momentum, but it now faces the crucial Monday test to see if it can sustain its run and challenge the lifetime collections of its prequel. Kesari Chapter 2 Director Karan Singh Tyagi Cast Akshay Kumar, Ananya Panday Hindi Net ₹ 92.73 Cr WW Gross ₹ 145 Cr Budget ₹ 150 Cr Verdict Average A failed attempt to capitalize on patriotism. While the original Kesari was a Hit earning ₹155.70 Cr Net on a controlled ₹100 Cr budget, the sequel stumbled significantly. With the production cost escalating to ₹150 Cr, the collections dropped by over 40% (₹92.73 Cr Net). Despite recovering ₹34.25 Cr from overseas markets, the film could not overcome its high budget, ending as a major commercial disappointment. Masti 4 Director Milap Zaveri Cast Vivek Oberoi, Aftab Shivdasani, Riteish Deshmukh Hindi Net ₹ 14.9 Cr WW Gross ₹ 19.25 Cr Budget ₹ 40 Cr Verdict Flop The franchise remains stuck in a rut. Masti 4 has virtually mirrored the disastrous performance of its prequel, Great Grand Masti (₹13.72 Cr). With collections stagnating around the ₹15 Cr mark against a ₹40 Cr budget, it confirms that the adult-comedy genre in this format has lost its theatrical appeal. It marks a second consecutive failure for the once-popular series.