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With 4 Million Global Haul, Guess Who Rules Beyond The Marvel Blockbusters?

With $714 Million Global Haul, Guess Who Rules Beyond The Marvel Blockbusters?

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Zendaya vs Tom Holland At The Box Office(Photo Credit –Instagram) Tom Holland and Zendaya are among the biggest stars of their generation, captivating audiences not only with their Hollywood careers but also with their real-life romance. With Tom recently appearing to confirm that he and Zendaya are married and the couple set to reunite in The Odyssey and Spider-Man: Brand New Day, here’s a look at who has the bigger worldwide box office hit outside of their Marvel movies. Keep scrolling for the deets. Tom and Zendaya shared screen for the first time in Spider-Man: Homecoming. Eventually, their friendship flourished and turned into something deeper. They set a couple of goals and soon became one of the most beloved couples in Hollywood. Outside their relationship, they have also carved their own paths in the industry and are considered among the most bankable stars. Tom Holland & Zendaya’s biggest hit at the box office outside Marvel movies For the unversed, Tom Holland’s highest-grossing film outside the Marvel Cinematic Universe is Uncharted, which collected $407.1 million worldwide …

Exclusive! 25 years of Lagaan and Gadar: Udit Narayan opens up on being part of both musical blockbusters

Exclusive! 25 years of Lagaan and Gadar: Udit Narayan opens up on being part of both musical blockbusters

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Only a few playback singers can claim to have been the voice behind two of Indian cinema’s biggest blockbusters released on the same day. Udit Narayan, is one of them having lent his vocals to both Lagaan and Gadar: Ek Prem Katha in 2001. Udit Narayan As both the films mark their silver jubilee today, Narayan says, “I cant believe it’s been 25 years. I still see the madness and nasha for both films. I feel lucky to be part of both films that created history at the box office, they are musical blockbusters.” Narayan won his first National award for Mitwa from Lagaan, while Gadar delivered evergreen hits like Main Nikla Gaddi Leke, Musafir Jaane Wale and Udd Jaa Kaale Kaava, “Even today people request songs from both films at my shows. Their popularity keeps increasing each year, ” he adds. The credit he says goes to the entire team behind both films. “One had AR Rahman’s music, the other had Uttam Singh’s. One had Javed Akhtar’s writing, the other had Anand Bakshi. One …

Negative reviews, ‘controlled’ promotions ‘scare’ Hollywood blockbusters away from Cannes Film Festival 2026

Negative reviews, ‘controlled’ promotions ‘scare’ Hollywood blockbusters away from Cannes Film Festival 2026

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It wasn’t long ago that Tom Cruise wowed the attendees at the Cannes Film Festival as Top Gun: Maverick premiered at the prestigious film festival. In the last decade, the latest Star Wars and Indiana Jones films have premiered at the French Riviera as well. But 2026 paints a different picture. Not a single Hollywood blockbuster is programmed there, raising questions about why US studios are ghosting the event. Big stars like Tom Cruise (pictured here in 2024) are absent from Cannes Film Festival this year. (REUTERS/Benoit Tessier) (REUTERS) Hollywood biggies give Cannes a miss While Cannes is always a celebration of cinema of the artistic kind, the big films – and their stars – help draw attention to the same red carpets walked by auteur directors and the casts of obscure arthouse productions. This year, Cannes will have to make do without that support from Hollywood’s elite. Cannes director Thierry Fremaux made platforming American productions a priority when he took over 25 years ago. But this time, even had to address their absence. When …

Shashi Tharoor says recent Malayalam film shot at his ancestral home stands out in an ‘era of loud blockbusters’

Shashi Tharoor says recent Malayalam film shot at his ancestral home stands out in an ‘era of loud blockbusters’

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MP Shashi Tharoor took to his X (formerly Twitter) account on Monday to post his review of a recent Malayalam release. Revealing that he might be a little ‘biased’ as the film was shot at his ancestral home, he stated that he believes it stands out in an ‘era of loud blockbusters’. Shashi Tharoor was all praise for this recent Malayalam release. Shashi Tharoor reviews Malayalam film Shashi was all praise for the recent release, Achappa’s Album, calling it a ‘rare gem that manages to be both a whimsical time-travel adventure and a deeply moving exploration of the bonds that define us.’ He then revealed what the film was about, writing, “The story follows a mischievous 14-year-old boy who, after one prank too many, is given a unique “correction” by his magician grandfather. Through a touch of magic, he swaps places with the 14-year-old version of his own father, a man who, in the present day, is a strict, workaholic stranger to his son. For 48 hours, they inhabit each other’s eras, facing the unique …

Meet only Indian actor with four ₹1000 crore blockbusters; 66-year-old beat Ranveer Singh, Shah Rukh, Prabhas, Ranbir

Meet only Indian actor with four ₹1000 crore blockbusters; 66-year-old beat Ranveer Singh, Shah Rukh, Prabhas, Ranbir

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It was only two decades ago that the 100-crore club was established when Aamir Khan’s Ghajini netted ₹100 crore at the Indian box office. For about a decade, this remained the benchmark for Indian films. Then, as Baahubali 2 rewrote the rules, the 1000-crore club was born. Initially, the ‘club’ was small, with just two films (Dangal came after its China windfall). But post-pandemic, it has expanded with eight more films joining, the most recent of which are the two Dhurandhar films. This has led many actors – old and young – to become ₹1000-crore superstars. And one of them accounts for 40% of all the films in the list, the most by any Indian actor. The only Indian actor with four 1000-crore hits. The Indian actor with four ₹1000-crore blockbusters One would assume that pan-India stars like Prabhas or a veritable superstar like Shah Rukh Khan would dominate this list. But the surprise name at the top is Sanjay Dutt. The veteran actor, who was among the highest-paid Indian actors in the early 90s, …

Aditya Dhar Achieves An Incredible Feat In ROI With 3 Back-To-Back Blockbusters!

Aditya Dhar Achieves An Incredible Feat In ROI With 3 Back-To-Back Blockbusters!

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Box Office: Aditya Dhar’s 3 Consecutive Blockbusters Deliver Massive ROI ( Photo Credit – Instagram; Facebook ) Aditya Dhar is on a cloud nine as his latest release, Dhurandhar 2, is tearing apart the Indian box office. After emerging as the first 100-crore net opener in Bollywood, the magnum opus has maintained its record-breaking spree, even on weekdays, setting new benchmarks. With such a splendid run for the latest film, Dhar has now achieved an incredible feat with return on investment (ROI). Keep reading for a detailed report! Aditya Dhar is unstoppable at the Indian box office! Dhar made his directorial debut with Uri: The Surgical Strike, and with the first movie itself, he proved his mettle as an incredible filmmaker. Apart from critical acclaim, the film also emerged as a mega blockbuster at the Indian box office. Made on a reported budget of 25 crore, it scored 244.06 crore net in its lifetime run, enjoying an ROI of 219.06 crore. Calculated further, it equals a staggering 876% returns. After Uri, Aditya Dhar took 5 …

F1 Sequel: Brad Pitt and Lewis Hamilton Set to Return for the Blockbuster’s High-Octane Follow-Up

F1 Sequel: Brad Pitt and Lewis Hamilton Set to Return for the Blockbuster’s High-Octane Follow-Up

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F1 fans have an exciting update to look forward to. A sequel to the high-octane racing drama F1 is officially in development, promising another thrilling ride on the big screen. If everything falls into place, audiences could witness a fresh collaboration between Brad Pitt and Lewis Hamilton. Rumors about a follow-up had been circulating ever since the film’s release. F1 Movie Sequel Confirmed Producer Jerry Bruckheimer confirmed that work has already begun on the next chapter. Speaking to PEOPLE recently at an event, the veteran filmmaker shared an exciting update about the follow-up to the 2025 blockbuster. “We’re working on the story. It’s really good. We’re talking to Lewis Hamilton. We’re getting it going through him and pitching him the ideas and see what he thinks,” Bruckheimer revealed, hinting at the Formula 1 champion’s continued involvement behind the scenes. While plot details remain tightly guarded, speculation is mounting over the return of key cast members. Brad Pitt headlined the original film as Sonny Hayes, a former racing prodigy staging a dramatic comeback decades after stepping …

Sunny Deol-Varun Dhawan film crosses Rs…; to BEAT these two blockbusters soon

Sunny Deol-Varun Dhawan film crosses Rs…; to BEAT these two blockbusters soon

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Border 2 Box Office collection day 19: Sunny Deol-Varun Dhawan film crosses Rs…; to BEAT these two blockbusters soon Home News and Gossip Border 2 Box Office collection day 19: Sunny Deol-Varun Dhawan film crosses Rs…; to BEAT these two… According to early Sacnilk estimates, the Sunny Deol-led war movie only made 0.38 crore on Day 19 (Tuesday). Unless there is a sudden spike brought on by a holiday or special offers, it is anticipated that the film will only see marginal growth, if any, over the next few days. Border 2, starring Sunny Deol and Varun Dhawan, is undoubtedly nearing the end of its theatrical run. The war drama has slowed down considerably in its third week, following a roaring start at the box office and a steady second week. Daily receipts for the movie have fallen to their lowest points to date as its fourth week in theatres draws to a close. Sacnilk reports that Border 2 …

7 Low-Budget South Films That Became Blockbusters: Kantara, Lokah Chapter 1, HanuMan and others

7 Low-Budget South Films That Became Blockbusters: Kantara, Lokah Chapter 1, HanuMan and others

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Not all big-budget movies are successful at the box office, and not all successful films are necessarily made with huge production costs. Hence, it proves that the game changer is always the story that needs no added efforts to reach the audience. In the South film industry, many movies have set benchmarks upon release, especially low-budget ones. From Kantara to Lokah Chapter One: Chandra, here’s a list of 7 low-budget South films that turned out to be blockbusters at the box office.  1. Kantara  Release Year: 2022 Director: Rishab Shetty Cast: Rishab Shetty, Sapthami Gowda, Kishore, Achyuth Kumar, Pramod Shetty, Prakash Thuminad, Manasi Sudhir Set in coastal Karnataka, Kantara explores sacred traditions, human greed, and nature. The story follows Shiva, who attempts to protect his village’s land from a corrupt forest officer and landlord. With Rishab Shetty in the lead role, Kantara did a huge business of Rs. 397 crore at the worldwide box office owing to its gripping story and jaw-dropping climax. Interestingly, the movie was mounted on just a budget of Rs. 16 …

Best-Ever Year As Blockbusters Dhurandhar & Chhaava Push Total Past 5500 Crores, Up 71% vs 2024

Best-Ever Year As Blockbusters Dhurandhar & Chhaava Push Total Past 5500 Crores, Up 71% vs 2024

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Bollywood Box Office Report 2025: Best-Ever Year For Hindi Film Industry, Thanks To Blockbuster Run Of Dhurandhar & Chhaava! ( Photo Credit – Instagram ) While the beginning of 2025 wasn’t great, Bollywood ensured it closed the year on a historic note. Yes, Bollywood made a big statement with Dhurandhar turning out to be a monster blockbuster at the Indian box office. Including other big hits like Chhaava and Saiyaara, the Hindi film industry amassed a mind-blowing collection and recorded the best-ever year, crossing 5,500 crores. Keep reading for a detailed report! Best year for Hindi cinema! 2025 was a historic year for Hindi cinema, with the highest-ever collection at the Indian box office for a single year. The month of January didn’t witness a single successful film (excluding re-releases), but from February onwards, the tables started turning, with Chhaava grossing over 700 crores. Films like Sikandar and Housefull 5 failed but contributed significantly. The momentum remained intact with Saiyaara, Mahavatar Narsimha, Thamma, Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat, and other movies doing well. Dhurandhar sealed the …