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Back to silver screen: India's Jan-Nov box-office collection up 18%

In comparison, last year, despite major Diwali releases in November, the cumulative gross box office of the films released in the first 11 months of the year stood at Rs 9,862 crore

Back to silver screen: India's Jan-Nov box-office collection up 18%
Updated On : 19 Dec 2025 | 10:43 PM IST

Dhurandhar box office day 14: Ranveer Singh film tops ₹450 crore mark

Dhurandhar, directed by Aditya Dhar, was released on Dec 5 and is still going strong. Even in its second week, the Ranveer Singh film is doing well and has already made over ₹450 crore in 14 days

Dhurandhar box office day 14: Ranveer Singh film tops ₹450 crore mark
Updated On : 19 Dec 2025 | 1:26 PM IST

Dhurandhar box office Collection: Ranveer Singh film to enter ₹500 cr club

Dhurandhar entered the Rs 400 cr club in just 12 days and is now all set to cross the 500 cr mark. Its total box office collection stands at Rs 437.25 crore to date. It was released on Dec 5

Dhurandhar box office Collection: Ranveer Singh film to enter ₹500 cr club
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 12:52 PM IST

How Akshaye Khanna's Rehman Dakait emerged as Dhurandhar's surprise hero

On the Dhurandhar success, actor Akshaye Khanna steps away from the limelight. The actor is earning praise for his role in the Aditya Dhar directorial, spending time at his Alibaug home

How Akshaye Khanna's Rehman Dakait emerged as Dhurandhar's surprise hero
Updated On : 17 Dec 2025 | 5:57 PM IST

Akhanda 2 box office day 6: Balakrishna starrer slips despite ₹70 cr mark

Due to working days, Balakrishna Nandamuri's latest, Akhanda 2: Thaandavam, had yet another drop at the box office. The movie just made it into the top 10 highest-grossing 2025 Telugu films

Akhanda 2 box office day 6: Balakrishna starrer slips despite ₹70 cr mark
Updated On : 17 Dec 2025 | 5:25 PM IST

Dhurandhar box office collection Day 12: Ranveer's film enters 400 cr club

Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh, is unstoppable at the box office. With a record-breaking second Monday collection, the spy thriller made history by crossing Rs 400 crore in just 12 days

Dhurandhar box office collection Day 12: Ranveer's film enters 400 cr club
Updated On : 17 Dec 2025 | 7:39 AM IST

Dharma Productions buys Cornerstone's stake in its talent management firm

With this, Dharma Productions will get full control over Dharma Cornerstone Agency, which was started as a joint venture with Cornerstone Sport and Entertainment

Dharma Productions buys Cornerstone's stake in its talent management firm
Updated On : 16 Dec 2025 | 10:27 PM IST

Border 2 teaser out: Sunny Deol returns, Varun Dhawan & Diljit join forces

Sunny Deol's powerful comeback to the battlefield in the much-awaited war epic has been revealed in the 'Border 2' teaser. Ahan Shetty, Diljit Dosanjh, and Varun Dhawan are also featured in the film

Border 2 teaser out: Sunny Deol returns, Varun Dhawan & Diljit join forces
Updated On : 16 Dec 2025 | 5:09 PM IST

Filmfare OTT Awards 2025 winners: Paatal Lok 2, Black Warrant dominate

The 6th Filmfare OTT Awards took place in Mumbai on December 15. The evening was graced by several big celebrities, to showrunners, and technical crew members lifting the black lady

Filmfare OTT Awards 2025 winners: Paatal Lok 2, Black Warrant dominate
Updated On : 16 Dec 2025 | 1:34 PM IST

Dhurandhar hits ₹600 cr worldwide, posts higher second Monday earnings

Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar continues to soar in the second weekend. The film scaled the ₹600 crore peak in just 11 days. The espionage thriller was released in theatres on Dec 5, 2025, globally

Dhurandhar hits ₹600 cr worldwide, posts higher second Monday earnings
Updated On : 16 Dec 2025 | 11:22 AM IST

Akhanda 2 box office day 3: Balakrishna film crosses Rs 60 crore in India

Akhanda 2 has crossed the Rs 60 cr mark at the Indian box office. Nandamuri Balakrishna's film has already surpassed the Rs 100-crore mark globally. The film was released in theatres on Dec 12, 2025

Akhanda 2 box office day 3: Balakrishna film crosses Rs 60 crore in India
Updated On : 15 Dec 2025 | 5:43 PM IST

Multiplex chains expect Dec to be one of the best-performing months in 2025

2025 expected to see the highest box office collection

Multiplex chains expect Dec to be one of the best-performing months in 2025
Updated On : 12 Dec 2025 | 8:44 PM IST

Akhanda 2 storms theatres with powerful start and huge advance bookings

Akhanda 2: Thaandavam, action drama ft. Nandamuri Balakrishna made its big premiere today, Dec 12. On the day of its release, experts shared their forecasts at the box office

Akhanda 2 storms theatres with powerful start and huge advance bookings
Updated On : 12 Dec 2025 | 5:21 PM IST

Dhurandhar box office day 7: Ranveer-Akshaye Khanna film storms past 200 cr

Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna's spy thriller Dhurandhar continues its successful box office run, surpassing ₹300 crore worldwide

Dhurandhar box office day 7: Ranveer-Akshaye Khanna film storms past 200 cr
Updated On : 12 Dec 2025 | 8:38 AM IST

The Devil advance booking: Darshan's film crosses ₹7 cr mark in pre-sales

As per the box office tracker Karnataka Talkies, the advance booking for The Devil has crossed the ₹7 cr mark for day 1. The pre-sales reflect steady interest ahead of the film's release on Dec 11

The Devil advance booking: Darshan's film crosses ₹7 cr mark in pre-sales
Updated On : 11 Dec 2025 | 5:28 PM IST

Dhurandhar box office collection day 6: Ranveer film crosses ₹180 crore

Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar continues its strong box office run, crossing Rs 180 crore in just 6 days. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film's powerful cast and story have contributed to its growth

Dhurandhar box office collection day 6: Ranveer film crosses ₹180 crore
Updated On : 11 Dec 2025 | 1:11 PM IST

Udhayanidhi says OTT is expanding Indian cinema, not replacing theatres

Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin highlighted the role of OTT streaming platforms in the Indian film industry, saying they are expanding the film sector rather than replacing cinema. Speaking at JioHotstar's South Unbound event on Tuesday, Udhayanidhi said filmmakers in cities such as Madurai and Salem can now upload their stories and reach audiences worldwide through streaming platforms. The event also saw the signing of a Letter of Intent (LoI) between JioHotstar and the Tamil Nadu government to promote the state's creative talent and cultural heritage. "I am delighted to launch this partnership with JioHotstar. Chennai's tradition and passion for art and culture are centuries old, and even Telugu and Malayalam films are produced here," Udhayanidhi said. "Art is a powerful force in politics and life. It can liberate, and movies can educate. Tamil cinema has a history of driving social change, with leaders like Annadurai and Kalaignar (Karunanidhi) instrumental i

Udhayanidhi says OTT is expanding Indian cinema, not replacing theatres
Updated On : 10 Dec 2025 | 10:21 AM IST

Dhurandhar box office collection Day 4: Ranveer Singh movie sees 47% drop

The Ranveer Singh film Dhurandhar is about to cross ₹150 cr. After a spectacular weekend, the film saw a 47% drop. On December 5, 2025, the Hindi spy action thriller was released in theatres

Dhurandhar box office collection Day 4: Ranveer Singh movie sees 47% drop
Updated On : 09 Dec 2025 | 5:26 PM IST

Yash's new poster from Toxic released, Internet ignites on bloodied avatar

Despite a significant box office conflict with Dhurandhar Part 2, Yash's "Toxic" poster confirms that the film's release date has not been changed. On Mar 19, 2026, both movies will face off

Yash's new poster from Toxic released, Internet ignites on bloodied avatar
Updated On : 09 Dec 2025 | 5:00 PM IST

Tere Ishq Mein box office collections day 10: Film inches closer to 100 cr

Tere Ishq Mein, starring Kriti Sanon and Dhanush, premiered on November 28. After a 10-day run, the movie has managed to bring its box office collections closer to the ₹100 crore

Tere Ishq Mein box office collections day 10: Film inches closer to 100 cr
Updated On : 08 Dec 2025 | 5:18 PM IST