BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, January 3 - There is no stopping Pushpa 2 - The Rule which continues to script new records with each passing day. It has become the highest-grossing film ever at the Indian box office after surpassing Baahubali 2 - The Conclusion in 29 days. ## The Allu Arjun-fronted blockbuster has crossed 6 crores (60 million) footfalls in India in 29 days, becoming the first film since Baahubali 2 (2017) to achieve the feat. BB2 had sold over 100 million tickets in India and is among the very few films to do so. ## Pushpa 2 - The Rule is among the top 10 most-watched films in India. Iconic Sholay (1975) continues to remain the number 1 film with well over 12 crore tickets sold.## On the online ticketing platform Book My Show, Pushpa 2 has sold 20+ million tickets so far and this is the first time when a movie to done this in the platform's history. KGF: Chapter 2 was previously the number 1 movie on BMS with 17.1+ million tickets getting sold. ## Stay tuned...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Hyderabad, January 2 - Pushpa 2 has now officially become the highest-grossing film ever at the Indian box office, beating SS Rajamouli's epic blockbuster Baahubali 2 - The Conclusion. The Allu Arjun-starrer had already crossed BB2 in terms of net collection in 16 days. ## Starring Prabhas, Baahubali 2 grossed approximately 1417 crores (1030 crores net) in India back in 2017. This record remained unbeatable for more than 7 years and at once, looked like would remain untouched for some more time but Pushpa 2 had other ideas. ## The action drama film has topped BB2 on its 29th day, becoming the biggest blockbuster in India. Apart from these two films, Yash-fronted KGF: Chapter 2 has also grossed 1000 crores in India, however, Pushpa 2 and BB2 are the only films to earn 1K crore in terms of net collection. ## At the worldwide box office, the Sukumar's directorial venture is marching towards 1700 crores gross, having earned around 1685 crores in 29 days. It is currently the third biggest Indian grosser after Baahubali 2 (1790 crores) and Dangal (2070 crores) globally. ## Stay tuned...

BY SACNILK TEAM

Here is the Malayalam movie Identity box office collection which is a crime action thriller film. This film is directed by Anas Khan and produced by Ragam Movies and Confident Group. ## Identity stars Tovino Thomas, Trisha Krishnan, Vinay Rai, and Archana Jose Kavi in key roles. ## Identity Box Office Collection Day Wise | All Language [See Footfalls] DayIndia Net Collection Change(+/-) Day 1 [1st Thursday] ₹ 1.8 Cr [Mal: 1.65 Cr ; Ta: 0.15 Cr] - Day 2 [1st Friday] ₹ 1.3 Cr [Mal: 1.1 Cr ; Ta: 0.2 Cr] -27.78% Day 3 [1st Saturday] ₹ 1.65 Cr [Mal: 1.4 Cr ; Ta: 0.25 Cr] 26.92% Day 4 [1st Sunday] ₹ 1.7 Cr [Mal: 1.45 Cr ; Ta: 0.25 Cr] 3.03% Day 5 [1st Monday] ₹ 0.7 Cr [Mal: 0.55 Cr ; Ta: 0.15 Cr] -58.82% Day 6 [1st Tuesday] ₹ 0.6 Cr [Mal: 0.47 Cr ; Ta: 0.13 Cr] -14.29% Day 7 [1st Wednesday] ₹ 0.6 Cr [Mal: 0.45 Cr ; Ta: 0.15 Cr] 0.00% Day 8 [2nd Thursday] ₹ 0.4 Cr [Mal: 0.3 Cr ; Ta: 0.1 Cr] -33.33% Week 1 Collection ₹ 8.75 Cr [Mal: 7.37 Cr ; Ta: 1.38] - Day 9 [2nd Friday] ₹ 0.22 Cr [Mal: 0.21 Cr ; Ta: 0.01 Cr] -45.00% Day 10 [2nd Saturday] ₹ 0.27 Cr [Mal: 0.25 Cr ; Ta: 0.02 Cr] 22.73% Day 11 [2nd Sunday] ₹ 0.26 Cr [Mal: 0.25 Cr ; Ta: 0.01 Cr] -3.70% Day 12 [2nd Monday] ₹ 0.14 Cr [Mal: 0.13 Cr ; Ta: 0.01 Cr] -46.15% Day 13 [2nd Tuesday] ₹ 0.12 Cr [Mal: 0.11 Cr ; Ta: 0.01 Cr] -14.29% Day 14 [2nd Wednesday] ₹ 0.11 Cr [Mal: 0.1 Cr ; Ta: 0.01 Cr] -8.33% Day 15 [3rd Thursday] ₹ 0.02 Cr [Mal: 0.01 Cr ; Ta: 0.01 Cr] -81.82% Week 2 Collection ₹ 1.14 Cr [Mal: 1.06 Cr ; Ta: 0.08] -86.97% Day 16 [3rd Friday] ₹ 0.01 Cr [Mal: 0.01 Cr ] -50.00% Day 17 [3rd Saturday] ₹ 0.01 Cr [Mal: 0.01 Cr ] 0.00% Day 18 [3rd Sunday] ₹ 0.02 Cr [Mal: 0.02 Cr ] 100.00% Day 19 [3rd Monday] ₹ 0.01 Cr [Mal: 0.01 Cr ] -50.00% Day 20 [3rd Tuesday] ₹ 0.01 Cr [Mal: 0.01 Cr ] 0.00% Day 21 [3rd Wednesday] ₹ 0.01 Cr [Mal: 0.01 Cr ] 0.00% Total ₹ 9.96 Cr [Mal: 8.5 Cr ; Ta: 1.46 Cr] - ## Take Subscription To See Footfalls ## India Net Collection ₹ 9.96 Cr ## Worldwide Collection ₹ 16.51 Cr ## Overseas Collection ₹ 5.1 Cr ## India Gross Collection ₹ 11.41 Cr ## Identity Budget: ₹ - Cr * Approx ## Identity Verdict: Coming Soon ## Identity Screen count ## India: - * expected ## Overseas: - * expected ## Worldwide total: - ## Release Date: 2nd January 2025 ## For more and the latest news about Mollywood Box Office Collection, Stay tuned to us.Identity State Wise Gross CollectionDayKarnatakaAPTGTamil NaduKeralaRest Of IndiaDay TotalDay 1 [1st Thursday]₹ 0.12 Cr₹ 0.02 Cr₹ 0.18 Cr₹ 1.76 Cr₹ 0.02 Cr₹ 2.1 CrDay 2 [1st Friday]₹ 0.1 Cr₹ 0.02 Cr₹ 0.21 Cr₹ 1.14 Cr₹ 0.03 Cr₹ 1.5 CrDay 3 [1st Saturday]₹ 0.15 Cr₹ 0.03 Cr₹ 0.33 Cr₹ 1.32 Cr₹ 0.07 Cr₹ 1.9 CrDay 4 [1st Sunday]₹ 0.13 Cr₹ 0.02 Cr₹ 0.35 Cr₹ 1.45 Cr₹ 0.05 Cr₹ 2 CrDay 5 [1st Monday]₹ 0.04 Cr₹ 0.01 Cr₹ 0.19 Cr₹ 0.5 Cr₹ 0.01 Cr₹ 0.75 CrDay 6 [1st Tuesday]₹ 0.05 Cr₹ 0.01 Cr₹ 0.17 Cr₹ 0.4 Cr₹ 0.02 Cr₹ 0.65 CrDay 7 [1st Wednesday]₹ 0.03 Cr₹ 0.01 Cr₹ 0.2 Cr₹ 0.39 Cr₹ 0.02 Cr₹ 0.65 CrTotal₹ 0.62 Cr₹ 0.12 Cr₹ 1.63 Cr₹ 6.96 Cr₹ 0.22 Cr₹ 9.55 Cr ##

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, January 2 - Producer Dinesh Vijan's Maddock Films is upping the ante and creating its own MCU in the form of a horror-comedy universe. The studio has already released 4 films of the horror-comedy universe with Stree 2 being the game-changer after the massive blockbuster success at the box office last year. ## The response the previous 4 films got at the box office made Maddock Films dream big and in that aspect, the studio has announced 8 more films in the horror-comedy universe which will be interconnected to each other. The universe will conclude in 2028 with the final two films, along the lines of Avengers movies. ## Among the 8 new films announced, the studio has confirmed Bhediya 2 for 2026 release and Stree 3 for 2027 debut on the big screen while the Munjya sequel is also greenlit for 2027 launch. The first to release is Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna's Thama, on Diwali this year. ## Here are 8 new films coming in the horror-comedy universe by Maddock Films - ## Thama - Diwali 2025## Shakti Shalini - December 31st, 2025## Bhediya 2 - August 14th, 2026## Chamunda - December 4th, 2026## Stree 3 - August 13th, 2027## Maha Munjya - December 24th, 2027## Pehla Mahayudh - August 11th, 2028## Doosra Mahayudh - Diwali, October 18th, 2028## Dinesh Vijan presents the genre-defining lineup of #MaddockHorrorComedyUniverse 8 theatrical films that will take you on a wild ride of laughter, spooks, thrills, and screams! #DineshVijan #MaddockHorrorComedyUniverse #Announcement #MaddockFilms #NewReleases #UpcomingMovies… pic.twitter.com/wCuAGL9pV9— Maddockfilms (@MaddockFilms) January 2, 2025 ## Stay tuned...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, January 2 - Superstar Allu Arjun's action drama Pushpa 2 - The Rule has achieved a crazy milestone as it has become only the third movie ever to cross 1000 crore gross collection at the worldwide box office in Hindi after superstar Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan and Jawan. ## The Hindi version of this mega-blockbuster has grossed approximately 925 crores at the domestic box office and over 115 crores overseas for around 1040 crores gross globally. The movie is heading towards finishing its total run with over 1100 crores gross worldwide which will make it the biggest Hindi grosser ever. ## Overall, Pushpa 2 has minted an estimated 1675+ crores worldwide, including around 1410 crores gross in India and 266+ crores at the overseas box office in all versions. It is currently the third biggest Indian grosser, behind Baahubali 2 (1790 crores) and Dangal (2070 crores) of all time.## The Sukumar's directorial has been on a record-breaking run in Hindi at the box office and has already attained the status of being the biggest grosser in India. It is the first film ever to cross 600 crores net, followed by 700 crores in Hindi and is likely to open the 800 crore net club in the coming days. ## Stay tuned...

BY SACNILK TEAM

Mumbai, January 2 - Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh begins 2025 by generating buzz on social media for the leaked pictures of his first look from director Aditya Dhar's spy action thriller Dhurandhar. It is Dhar's first directorial since the blockbuster Uri: The Surgical Strike in 2019. ## In viral photos on social media, Ranveer Singh is seen wearing a turban and sporting a long beard while his face shows a blood-stained injury as well as an injured hand. In another picture, the actor rocked a rather familiar look which he helped immortalise with his role in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Padmaavat. ## The clip shows Singh in a rugged avatar, supporting a long beard, untamed hair, and muscular physique while performing an intense action sequence. These leaks have sparked excitement among the actor's fans and neutral cinema lovers. ## These leaks made my day💥🔥#RanveerSingh #Dhurandhar pic.twitter.com/35zupHlAWq— A. (@BinteDiil) January 1, 2025 ## Ranveer Singh is reportedly playing an R&AW agent in Dhurandhar, which is said to be based on true events related to India's intelligence agency. Produced by Jio Studios and Aditya Dhar under B62 Studios, the film boasts a star-studded cast which also includes Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, R Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal.## Stay tuned...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Hyderabad, January 1 - The wait for maverick director SS Rajamouli's next film with superstar Mahesh Babu is finally coming to an end with the movie officially getting launched on January 2 in a private ceremony in Hyderabad in the presence of a few people. ## It was recently revealed that India's global icon Priyanka Chopra plays the female lead role opposite Mahesh Babu while Malayalam star Prithviraj Sukumaran is the lead antagonist. Now, according to the latest report by Pinkvilla, the yet-untitled epic jungle adventure will be made into two parts. ## The report states that SSMB29 will be made on a budget of 1000 crore, making it the most expensive Indian film. Both SS Rajamouli and Mahesh Babu won't be taking fees, instead, the duo has entered into a backend deal and has struck a 40% profit-sharing deal with the producers. ## The shoot of the film is expected to kick-start in April this year and the makers are planning to release the first part in 2027, followed by the second part in 2029. It is said that the makers will be partnering with a global studio, either Sony or Disney, for the distribution. ## Stay tuned...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, January 1 - The second season of smash hit Korean series, Squid Game is off to a record-breaking start as expected. The survival thriller's second instalment debuted with a massive 68 million views in the first 4 days globally. ## This is the biggest debut for any Netflix series in its premiere week, beating a record that Wednesday set with 50.10 million views in 2022. The show from creator/director Hwang Dong-hyuk and starring Lee Jung-jae ranked number 1 in 92 countries.## Since its release on December 26, 2024, Squid Game 2 has become Netflix's seventh most popular/viewed non-English TV show in record time. Squid Game Season 1 is currently at the top with 265.2 million views. The most viewed titles were measured across each series' first 91 days of viewership. ## The anticipation for season 2 also benefitted the first season which was back among the top 10 this past week with 8.1 million views at number 3 in the non-English category. Meanwhile, the season has enough time to become the most popular show on Netflix as it is likely to beat the viewership of season 1. ## Stay tuned...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, December 21 - The Indian box office once again is set to be on fire in December 2025 as superstar Yash-fronted gangster action drama Toxic is more or less confirmed to hit the big screen during the month. There is James Cameron's Avatar 3 already slated to release. ## Toxic, directed by National Award-winning director Geethu Mohandas, is currently on floors. It was originally announced for an April 2025 release but due to the delay in production, the film was pushed back. According to the latest report by Pinkvilla, the makers are now aiming to release it in December while the exact date will be locked soon. ## Yash who has also produced the film with KVN Productions, is reportedly in talks with 20th Century Fox for overseas distribution. "The discussions are in very nascent stages but the intent is to make Toxic a global project. Yash strongly believes that the story-telling pattern and visuals of Toxic are right up there with international projects and is exploring the possibilities of partnering with a global giant for a massive release", reports Pinkvilla. ## Meanwhile, Yash also has a mega project Ramayana in the production stage. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the epic is being made in two parts with both parts scheduled to hit the big screens on the occasion of the Diwali festival in 2026 and 2027. Ramayana has Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Yash, and Sunny Deol in main roles. ## Stay tuned...

BY SACNILK TEAM

Chennai, December 31 - Tamil star Suriya and director Vetrimaaran announced their maiden collaboration together a few years back in the form of Vaadivaasal. The movie should have kick-started and been released by now but due to Vetri's commitment to Viduthalai films, it faced multiple delays. ## The continued delays in the production of Vaadivaasal led to disappointment among the fans and there were rumours that it might get dropped. However, the project is on and it might start rolling in 2025 since Viduthalai films are done releasing. ## According to the latest Tamil media reports, Vaadivaasal may also go Viduthalai way as it is said that Vetrimaaran is planning to make it in three parts. The shoot for each instalment is likely to be extended. The animatronics work is currently in the final stage in London and the film will start rolling soon, producer Kalaipuli S Thanu said in a recent interview.## Vaadivaasal is based on Tamil Nadu's most celebrated traditional sport, Jallikattu for which, Suriya received special training with bulls. It is easily the most anticipated film of Suriya and is expected to be a big Pan India release. ## Stay tuned...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Los Angeles, December 31 - Superstar Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2 - The Rule has ended the year 2024 by topping $15 million at the North American box office, becoming the 7th Indian and 4th South Indian title of all-time to achieve the feat. ## Directed by Sukumar, Pushpa 2 joins the elite league of Baahubali 2, Kalki 2898 AD, Pathaan, RRR, Jawan, and Animal in the prestigious box office club. It is likely to beat Animal ($15.02 million) and Jawan ($15.23 million) at the end of its run to become the 5th biggest Indian grosser in NA. ## The action drama is the second biggest Indian grosser of 2024 after Kalki 2898 AD and by far the biggest for Allu Arjun in NA. Overall, it is also currently the second-biggest Indian title with approximately 265 crores gross, behind Kalki which minted around 275 crores gross. ## Pushpa 2, meanwhile, is marching towards becoming the second biggest Indian-grossing film of all time at the worldwide box office. In 26 days so far, the film has grossed over 1650 crores globally and now needs around 135 crores more to beat Baahubali 2 (1788 crores gross) to become the second biggest grosser. ## Indian films with $15+ million at the North American box office - ## 1. Baahubali 2 - $22 million## 2. Kalki 2898 AD - $18.55 million ## 3. Pathaan - $17.50 million ## 4. RRR - $15.34 million## 5. Jawan - $15.23 million ## 6. Animal - $15.02 million## 7. Pushpa 2 - $15+ million## Stay tuned...

BY SACNILK TEAM

Mumbai, December 31 - Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has been targeted for praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for the media and entertainment sector, supporting the upcoming World Audio Visual Entertainment (WAVES) 2025 summit. ## WAVES is a revolutionary step in the Indian entertainment sector and Shah Rukh Khan rightfully praised this move by PM Modi. However, many people on social media platform X objected to this no-harm post and called out the actor for tweeting in support of WAVES but not on the recent demise of the former PM Dr Manmohan Singh. ## Here is what Shah Rukh Khan posted on X - "It is with great anticipation that I look forward to WAVES - a film and entertainment world summit - to be held in our country itself. An occasion that celebrates our industry and acknowledges the role it plays in the Indian economy as well as its strength as a soft power… and above all, an occasion that champions and fosters creativity!!! @narendramodi ji".## It is with great anticipation that I look forward to WAVES - a film and entertainment world summit - to be held in our country itself. An occasion that celebrates our industry and acknowledges the role it plays in the Indian economy as well as its strength as a soft power… and… https://t.co/QE52Rs11NZ— Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) December 30, 2024 ## Many of his followers are upset with SRK that he didn't tweet on the demise of Dr Manhmohan Singh but is praising PM Modi's move. They are calling for boycotting his films and unfollowing him on social media for this move. However, King Khan has often mentioned on different platforms that he would least bother about what people think of him on social media as it is his right to say whatever he wants to say on social media. ## Meanwhile, on the work front, Shah Rukh Khan will next be seen in director Sidharth Anand's action thriller, King which begins filming in March/April 2025. In 2023, the actor delivered three huge blockbusters in the form of Pathaan, Jawan, and Dunki which collectively grossed over 2500 crores at the worldwide box office. ## Stay tuned...