BY SUNIT JANGIR

Hyderabad, February 25 - One of the biggest Telugu-origin Pan India movies in the making in the combination of superstar Jr. NTR and director Prashanth Neel recently started filming in Hyderabad. Mythri Movie Makers and NTR Arts are producing it on a massive budget.## According to the latest reports by Gulte.com, the team of NTRNeel Film will head to Kolkata for a brief schedule before starting the next big schedule outside India. Jr. NTR is expected is join the filming in the international schedule. ## The report also revealed that the first look title of the film is expected to be out on May 20. It is, however, reported that the film is titled Dragon with an official announcement pending. The film is reportedly a period action drama, set in the 1960s in Calcutta.## Meanwhile, Neel filmed riot sequences on the streets in the first schedule recently, giving a glimpse of what can be expected from this highly-anticipated blockbuster. Actress Rukmini Vasanth is reportedly playing the female lead opposite Jr. NTR in the film which is expected to be released on Sankranthi 2026 in multiple languages.## Stay tuned...

BY ANISH JANGIR

Mumbai, February 25 - Ajay Devgn, one of Bollywood's most loved and versatile actors, has an exciting lineup of films ahead. Known for his powerful performances and action-packed roles, he is all set to entertain audiences with sequels and new ventures. Let's take a look at his upcoming movies.## Raid 2## Raid 2 is the sequel to 2018's hit crime thriller Raid which was based on the real-life income-tax raid conducted by the officers of the Income Tax Department on Sardar Inder Singh in the 1980s. Ajay Devgn played the role of IRS officer Amay Patnaik and has reprised in the sequel. The sequel is also reportedly based on real-life events of a businessman fooling the Income Tax Department for Rs. 100 crore. The story has its roots in a case that saw a UP politician-businessman accused of tax evasion of over Rs. 100 crore. Film also stars Vaani Kapoor, and Riteish Deshmukh in prominent roles and is gearing up for release on 1 May 2025.## De De Pyaar De 2## Ajay Devgn and filmmaker Luv Ranjan are reuniting for the sequel to the 2019 hit De De Pyaar De. The film, written by Luv Ranjan and Tarun Jain, will continue the romantic comedy’s story. Directed by Anshul Sharma, the film is expected to release in the second half of 2025.## Son of Sardaar 2## Twelve years after Son of Sardaar, Ajay Devgn is returning with its sequel. Punjabi filmmaker Vijay Kumar Arora is directing the film, and Mrunal Thakur is rumored to be the new lead actress, replacing Sonakshi Sinha. The official release date is yet to be confirmed, but it is expected to hit theaters by the end of 2025.## Ranger## Ajay Devgn is collaborating with Mission Mangal director Jagan Shakti for an action-adventure movie titled Ranger. The film is based on Aseem Arora and Richa Ganesh's 2018 book Ranger, which revolves around a rookie forest officer dealing with corruption and a tiger crisis in Bandhavgarh. The release date is yet to be announced.## Drishyam 3## Following the huge success of Drishyam and Drishyam 2, Ajay Devgn is set to return as Vijay Salgaonkar in Drishyam 3. The movie is expected to begin filming in August 2025, and there are reports that both the Hindi and Malayalam versions will be shot simultaneously.## Dhamaal 4## After the blockbuster success of Total Dhamaal (2019), Ajay Devgn is set to return for Dhamaal 4. Directed by Indra Kumar, the film will bring back the fun-filled cast, including Riteish Deshmukh, Anil Kapoor, Arshad Warsi, and Madhuri Dixit. The release date is yet to be announced.## Golmaal 5## Rohit Shetty’s much-loved comedy franchise is back with Golmaal 5. The film will see the return of Ajay Devgn along with Arshad Warsi, Tusshar Kapoor, Shreyas Talpade, and Kunal Khemu. Fans of the franchise can expect another laughter-packed ride. The release date is not confirmed yet.## Ajay Devgn’s upcoming projects promise a mix of action, comedy, thrill, and drama. With six franchise films and new exciting stories, he is all set to entertain audiences once again.## Stay tuned...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, February 25 - Super superstar Salman Khan-fronted action drama Sikandar is the next big Bollywood release. It is directed by A.R. Murugadoss, marking his first collaboration with the Bollywood superstar. ## Produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, Sikandar has been confirmed for the festive release on Eid 2025. Though the makers haven't announced the exact date yet, it has been revealed that the advance booking for the movie has started internationally with a March 30 release. ## Sikandar will be a Sunday release as Eid falls on Monday, making it the back-to-back Sunday launch for Salman Khan after Tiger 3. With these plans, the film will not have the weekend advantage, something Tiger 3 also missed and overlooked by makers. ## It needs to be seen how this release date fairs for the film as many believed that scheduling Tiger 3 on Sunday was a mistake to let go of the big advantage of the weekend before the festive holidays. Normally in this case, movies need to hit the bull's eye with content which is the only thing that can propel the film beyond holidays. ## The buzz around the film hasn't seen much movement as the makers haven't released much content to let the hype grow. However, with nearly a month to go for the release, expect back-to-back promotional content which will surely escalate the much-needed hype for the film. ## Stay tuned...

BY ANISH JANGIR

Here are the results of Monday Night Raw which is scheduled to air live on February 24, 2025, live from Heritage Bank Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. ## Monday Night Raw currently airs live on Monday evenings on Netflix from 8:00 ET–10:00 PM ET in the United States. ## Ring Announcer: Alicia Taylor## WWE RAW 2/24/2024 Full Results ResultsMatch Type Ludwig Kaiser defeated PENTA and Pete Dunne Triple Threat Match The New Day defeated The LWO - GUNTHER defeated Akira Tozawa - Lyra Valkyria defeated Dakota Kai WWE Women’s Intercontinental Championship Match Bron Breakker defeated Dominik Mysterio - ## 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, February 24 - Vicky Kaushal's historical action drama Chhaava is proving to be an unstoppable force at the box office, showcasing remarkable staying power well into its second week. It had one of the biggest second weekends in Hindi of all time.## On its 11th day, the second Monday, the film has added an impressive 18-19 crores net to its tally, according to early estimates. This comes on the heels of one of the biggest second weekends in Hindi cinema history, underlining the movie's widespread appeal and strong audience reception. ## Chhaava has now amassed a total net collection of around 345 crores in just 11 days. The film shows no signs of slowing down, and with the Mahashivratri holiday falling on Wednesday, it's expected to get an additional boost mid-week. It will aim to reach around 400 crores net by the end of the second week. ## Looking ahead, the film has its sights set on crossing the coveted 500-crore mark in the coming days, a milestone that would solidify its status as one of Bollywood's most monumental blockbusters in recent times.## Stay tuned...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Bengaluru, February 24 - Kannada superstar Yash has teamed up with national-award-winning director Geethu Mohandas for a gangster action drama film Toxic – A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups. The movie has been in production since last year with plans to release in 2025. ## Recently, it was reported that Toxic would be a bilingual film and now, it has been confirmed the same. After the record-breaking success of KGF 2, Yash's popularity has soared beyond the borders, and considering that Toxic is being aimed at a global audience. ## It has been confirmed that Toxic is being simultaneously shot in the English and Kannada languages, making it the first major Kannada title to do this. Additionally, it will be released in the dubbed versions of Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, and Tamil languages. ## Toxic has some of the well-known craftsmen of world cinemas attached to it. Hollywood action maestro J.J. Perry, known for the John Wick and Fast & Furious franchises, is choreographing the action sequences, while Oscar-winning VFX house DNEG is handling the visual effects.## The film is produced by KVN Productions and Yash's Monster Mind Creations. The makers recently released the first look teaser which has generated huge hype and curiosity among the fans. Toxic is expected to be released in December this year. ## Stay tuned...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, February 23 - Vicky Kaushal-fronted Chhaava has an excellent second weekend at the domestic box office. The movie got impacted by the India vs Pakistan cricket match but it still scored one of the biggest second Sundays in Hindi. ## According to early estimates, the historical action drama scored in the range of 40 crores net collection on the second Sunday (10th day), dropping around 10% from Saturday. Normally Bollywood films don't drop on Sundays but such was the impact of the greatest cricket rivalry in the world. ## It can be said that the match cost, at least, 8-10+ crores net collection on Sunday, but as said, it is still a huge day for the Chhaava. The second weekend of the movie is around 108 crores which is the second biggest ever in Hindi.## The second Sunday collection has stormed Chhaava past 300 crores net, at around 327 crores in 10 days. It is one of the fastest films to achieve the feat in Hindi. The film will continue to score big and will look to reach around 400 crores net at the end of the second week, especially with the Mahashivratri holiday on Wednesday. ## Stay tuned...

BY ANISH JANGIR

Mumbai, February 23 - Vicky Kaushal's latest historical action drama, Chhaava, has taken the box office by storm, becoming the highest-grossing film of his career. The film has surpassed URI: The Surgical Strike, which collected around 342 crore worldwide. Chhaava achieved an impressive total of 393 crores globally in 9 days.## Produced by Maddock Films, Chhaava features a talented cast in key roles, including Rashmika Mandanna, Akshaye Khanna, and Ashutosh Rana. The film has been performing exceptionally well, collecting 44 crore net on its second Saturday alone. With this momentum, it is on track to reach a phenomenal total run at the box office.## In the film, Vicky Kaushal portrays the role of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, a performance that audiences have widely appreciated. His powerful acting has contributed significantly to the film's massive success. The movie opened to record-breaking numbers for its genre and showed tremendous growth over the weekend, crossing the 286.75 crore net mark in India in 9 days.## Vicky Kaushal has solidified his position as one of Bollywood’s finest actors with films like Chhaava and URI: The Surgical Strike. Fans are eagerly looking forward to his next project, Love and War, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, where he will be sharing the screen with Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt.## With Chhaava’s remarkable performance, Vicky Kaushal continues to prove his star power in the industry, setting new benchmarks at the box office.## Stay tuned...

BY ANISH JANGIR

Bengaluru, February 23 - Rishab Shetty, the talented Kannada actor who won hearts with his blockbuster film Kantara in 2022, is all set to entertain fans with some exciting new projects. Known for his powerful performances and versatility, Rishab is working on big films that promise action, drama, and pride. Here’s a look at his upcoming movies that you won’t want to miss.## 1. Kantara: Chapter 1## Rishab Shetty is returning with Kantara: Chapter 1, a prequel to his blockbuster movie Kantara for which he received the National Film Award for the best actor. This film's story is about the reign of Kadambas of Banavasi. Apart from acting Rishab Shetty is also the director and writer of the film. He stars alongside actor Jayaram in lead roles. Produced by Hombale Films, Kantara: Chapter 1 is set to release on October 2, 2025. Fans are already excited to see more of Rishab’s magic on screen.## 2. Jai Hanuman## After the massive success of Hanuman, the makers have announced its sequel, Jai Hanuman. While Teja Sajja is the lead actor in this film, rumors suggest that Rishab Shetty might take on the lead role of Hanuman, the mighty monkey god. This action-packed movie is being produced by Mythri Movie Makers and is expected to be a grand treat for audiences across India. Though the release date isn’t out yet, this one is already creating a buzz.## 3. The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj## Rishab Shetty is stepping into a historical role with The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. In this epic action drama, he will play the legendary warrior Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The film is directed by Sandeep Singh, who has turned from producer to director and this will be his first film. It will be released on January 21, 2027, and will be made in multiple languages, bringing the story of the brave Maratha king to a wide audience. This promises to be a grand and inspiring watch.## Rishab Shetty is clearly on a roll, taking on diverse and challenging roles. From mythology to history to his own creative vision, these films show his range as an actor and filmmaker.## Stay tuned...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, February 22 - One of the greatest tales of bravery, courage and pride, is scripting history some centuries later in a different form as Vicky Kaushal-fronted historical action drama Chhaava exploded again on the second Saturday. ## What it looked like at 75+ crores the second weekend is now easily going over 100+ crores net after the film showed unheard growth on Saturday. According to early estimates, Chhaava scored 43-45 crores net collection on its 9th day, the second Saturday. ## The growth on Saturday is almost 100%, and this is after one of the biggest second Fridays ever at the Hindi box office which is mindboggling. The weekend is now heading for 115-125 crores net, one of the biggest second weekends ever in Hindi. ## The total collection of the movie stands at 288 crores net in 9 days as it heads for around 340 crores net at the end of the second weekend. It is looking at a 500 crores net club which is almost certain given the fact that the movie has an open run for another couple of weeks.## Stay tuned...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, February 22 - Director Rohit Shetty is set to direct another cop film, but this time based on a real-life cop. The maverick filmmaker is taking a break from larger-than-life fictional cop movies to bring to the big screen an extraordinary story of a real supercop. ## It was recently reported that Shetty would team with John Abraham for the first time for the biopic of Rakesh Maria, a former Police Commissioner of Mumbai. According to the latest report by Peepingmoon, the project has officially been confirmed and is set to go on floors next month, in March. ## John Abraham will headline this yet-untitled film and will play the role of Maria whose career was defined by his involvement in some of the nation’s most sensitive and high-stakes cases. The film promises to be an electrifying cinematic experience, seamlessly blending gritty realism with Shetty’s signature flair for high-octane, larger-than-life storytelling. ## The film is based on Rakesh Maria's 2020 memoir, Let Me Say It Now. It is currently in the pre-production stage and will start a regular shoot in mid-March. Shetty plans to complete the film in a quick time, in a single, uninterrupted 45-day schedule by June this year. ## After this film, Shetty will shoot for Khatron Ke Khiladi season and after that, he will start working on Golmaal 5 which is expected to roll by early next year. ## Stay tuned...

BY ANISH JANGIR

Mumbai, February 22 - Re-releases are a growing trend in Indian cinema, bringing classic and underrated films back to the big screen. With huge crowds returning to theaters, these movies are making impressive box office earnings. Here are India's top three highest-grossing re-released films.## 1. Sanam Teri Kasam ## Romantic drama Sanam Teri Kasam is Leading the list, which proved its charm with its re-release. Starring Harshvardhan Rane and Mawra Hocane, the film earned over 32 crore net in just 16 days in India. With its emotional story and soulful music, it connected with audiences after 9 years of its original release, bringing its total global earnings to 53 crore gross. This re-release success confirms Sanam Teri Kasam as a fan favorite that shines at the box office after a long time.## 2. Tumbbad ## Coming in second is the critically acclaimed horror fantasy Tumbbad, starring Sohum Shah. The film earned 32 crore net during its re-release in India, just behind Sanam Teri Kasam. With its gripping story and stunning visuals, Tumbbad fascinated a new generation of viewers, reaching 52.25 crore gross worldwide. Its re-release success confirms its cult status and the growing demand for unique storytelling in Indian cinema.## 3. Ghilli ## Taking the third spot is the Tamil blockbuster Ghilli, starring Thalapathy Vijay and Trisha. The film earned over 22+ crore net during its re-release, proving Vijay’s unmatched popularity. With its mix of romance, action, and entertainment, Ghilli drew huge crowds back to theaters after almost 20 years of its original release, securing its place as a timeless blockbuster in Tamil cinema.## Sanam Teri Kasam and Tumbbad proved themselves in the rerelease by earning almost three times more than then their original run. The success of Sanam Teri Kasam, Tumbbad, and Ghilli shows the power of nostalgia and great storytelling. These films—romance, horror, and action—have brought back memories for older fans while attracting a new generation to the big screen. With re-releases doing so well.## Stay tuned...