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How former Gujarat CM Anandiben Patel reviewed granddaughter Sanskruti Jayana’s Krishnavataram

How former Gujarat CM Anandiben Patel reviewed granddaughter Sanskruti Jayana’s Krishnavataram

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Sanskruti Jayana, granddaughter of former Gujarat Chief Minister and Governor of Uttar Pradesh Anandiben Patel, made a sparkling acting debut as Satyabhama with Hardik Gajjar’s film Krishnavataram Part 1: The Heart. Over a month after release, the devotional film which serves as the first film in a planned trilogy, continues to receive rave reviews online. But it was Sanskruti’s grandmother’s reaction that was the most wholesome of them all. Gujarat CM Anandiben Patel reviews her granddaughter’s acting debut Sharing how the UP Governor was initially speechless after watching the climax, Sanskruti explains, “So first, she was taken aback because she did not expect this out of me. I had been living Satyabhama for the last two years, they knew all the hard work and effort that went behind this film. She was overwhelmed for my journey.” But now, the Iron Lady of Gujarat sees Sanskruti as Satyabhama. “She is not a person of too many words, but she still tells me ‘I cannot not think of Satyabhama now when I see you. When I look …

Exclusive | Krishnavataram actor Siddharth Gupta: ‘Matrix is completely taken out of Gita’

Exclusive | Krishnavataram actor Siddharth Gupta: ‘Matrix is completely taken out of Gita’

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Siddharth Gupta has been a part of the entertainment industry for over a decade. But it was with Krishnavataram Part 1: The Heart that he got his due as an actor. His portrayal of Krishna captivated audiences and won widespread acclaim. “When I auditioned for this, the makers saw Krishna in me. I think Lord Krishna himself showed me to play this. That’s when I realised that I don’t really know much about it,” the actor tells us. Instead of watching film or TV adaptations, Siddharth prepped to play the divine being by immersing himself in Bhagavad Gita. Krishnavataram actor Siddharth Gupta “So I started reading. I had a process of reading two hours before sleeping and after waking up I would read again. Through the day we would do the workshops. The Siddharth who got the character and who I am today are two completely different people. I started understanding my brain better,” says the actor, adding, “It’s not propagating anything, it’s more about a way of life. Even if you see Matrix the …

Beats Krishnavataram, Now 8th Highest Bollywood Grosser Of 2026

Beats Krishnavataram, Now 8th Highest Bollywood Grosser Of 2026

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Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai Box Office Day 6 Update! ( Photo Credit – Instagram ) David Dhawan’s directorial Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai is witnessing a decent run at the Indian box office. It is achieving mini milestones with every passing day. Varun Dhawan, Mrunal Thakur, and Pooja Hegde starrer is now the 8th highest-grossing Bollywood film of 2026. Scroll below for the day 6 update. How much has it earned at the Indian box office? The ticket windows are congested due to the presence of Ayushmann Khurrana’s Pati Patni Aur Woh Do, Ananya Panday’s Chand Mera Dil, Bandar, among other recent releases. But Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai has been benefiting from the 50% offer on tickets since its release. According to estimates, it added another 3.25 crore to the kitty on day 6, witnessing a 28% drop in the last 24 hours. The cumulative total in India surges to 40.24 crore net, which is about 47.48 crore in gross earnings. Check out the day-wise box office breakdown in India …

Krishnavataram Box Office Collection Day 18: Recovers Almost Half Its Budget

Krishnavataram Box Office Collection Day 18: Recovers Almost Half Its Budget

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Krishnavataram Box Office Collection Day 18 ( Photo Credit – Creativeland Studios Entertainment ) Siddharth Gupta, Sushmitha Bhat, Nivaashiyni Krishnan, and Sanskruti Jayana’s Krishnavataram Part 1 packed a fair third weekend. Hardik Gajjar’s directorial enjoyed positive reviews but is getting sandwiched amid massive competition at the Hindi ticket windows. It has also slipped to the 9th spot among the top 10 Bollywood grossers of 2026. Krishnavataram Part 1 Box Office Day 18 Collection The devotional drama was released in three languages – Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. Amid intense competition from Kara and Karuppu, it is nearing the end of its run in Kollywood. On day 18, Krishnavataram Part 1 earned 2.05 crore net from the other two languages, as per Sacnilk. There’s competition from Pati Patni Aur Woh Do, Chand Mera Dil, Bhooth Bangla, Raja Shivaji, and Dhurandhar 2, among others, in the Hindi belt. Despite that, Siddharth Gupta starrer collected 4.35 crore in its third weekend, which is commendable. The total earnings in India now stand at 29.07 crore net. The biggest problem for …

Actor and Parliamentarian Hema Malini watches Krishnavataram Part 1: The Heart during screening in Mathura, lauds team

Actor and Parliamentarian Hema Malini watches Krishnavataram Part 1: The Heart during screening in Mathura, lauds team

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Actor and Parliamentarian Hema Malini attended the screening of Hindi feature film Krishnavataram – Part 1: The Heart (Hridayam) that was held in her constituency Mathura at JV Cinema on Tuesday evening. Last Sunday, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath had declared the film tax-free in the state after a special screening. Screening of Krishnavataram – Part 1: The Heart (Hridayam) in Mathura in presence of actor-Parliamentarian Hema Malini and filmmaker The veteran actor watched the full film and congratulated the team for making such a large-scale film and screening it at Shri Krishna Janambhoomi. On a video call, she congratulated the director Hardik Gajjar and praised the team for the scale of the film, its canvas, actors’ performances, music, hand-painted costumes, and handcrafted uncut jewellery. The film’s producer Sajan Raj Kurup, who was present during the screening, said, “Hemaji was all praise for the actors, direction and the production scale of the film. She watched the entire film and came out smiling.” He added, “We have majorly shot the film in Gujarat – which …

Siddharth Gupta on career setback before Krishnavataram: ‘Was signed by prominent filmmaker for 3-year deal’ | Exclusive

Siddharth Gupta on career setback before Krishnavataram: ‘Was signed by prominent filmmaker for 3-year deal’ | Exclusive

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Playing a mythological character in Indian cinema always comes with immense responsibility. But portraying Lord Krishna carries an entirely different emotional weight. For actor Siddharth Gupta, stepping into the role for Krishnavataram Part 1: Hridayam was a deeply personal experience filled with preparation, pressure, self-doubt and eventually, acceptance. Siddharth Gupta on career setback before Krishnavataram: ‘Was signed by prominent filmmaker for 3-year deal’ | Exclusive. Directed by Hardik Gajjar, the film released on May 7, 2026, and stars Siddharth Gupta (Lord Krishna), Sanskruti Jayana (Satyabhama), Sushmita Bhat (Radha), Nivaashiyni Krishnan (Rukmini), alongside Jackie Shroff and Ashutosh Rana. Inspired by the Brahma Vaivarta Purana by Vyasa, the story follows Lord Krishna’s journey from Vrindavan to Dwarka and Kurukshetra while exploring themes of divine love, devotion and emotional connection. The film has also been steadily growing at the box office through strong word-of-mouth and audience reactions. In an exclusive conversation with Hindustan Times, Siddharth Gupta opened up about auditioning for the role, the emotional burden of portraying Lord Krishna, his difficult first day on set and why …

Krishnavataram Part 1 Worldwide Box Office Day 7: Crosses The 1st Big Milestone

Krishnavataram Part 1 Worldwide Box Office Day 7: Crosses The 1st Big Milestone

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Krishnavataram Worldwide Box Office Day 7: Crosses The 1st Big Milestone (Photo Credit: Creativeland Studios Entertainment) Hardik Gajjar’s devotional epic, Krishnavataram Part 1, has hit its first milestone at the box office. Globally, the film has crossed the 12 crore mark at the worldwide box office in seven days, and on the seventh day, it has officially hit a milestone at the Hindi box office, entering the top 10 films of 2026. The film opened with below-average numbers, but thanks to the terrific word-of-mouth, it sustained a seven-day run at the box office with good numbers. However, the budget recovery for the film, mounted on a reported budget of 50 – 80 crore, is slightly different, but it is nevertheless celebrating the smaller milestones! Krishnavataram Box Office Day 7 On the seventh day, Wednesday, May 13, Krishnavataram Part 1 earned 1.5 crore at the box office. While this is a slight dip from Tuesday’s 1.85 crore, it is still a massive 257% higher than its opening day collection of 42 lakh. Check out the day-wise …

Krishnavataram Ending Explained: Did Lord Krishna Invoke The End Of The World After Gandhari’s Curse

Krishnavataram Ending Explained: Did Lord Krishna Invoke The End Of The World After Gandhari’s Curse

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Krishnavataram Ending Explained: Did Kanha Invoke Pralay To End The World?  (Photo Credit: Creativeland Studios Entertainment) Before we begin dissecting the film, I would like to warn you that this discussion will include a lot of spoilers from Krishnavataram Part 1 Hridayam – a beautiful film on Lord Krishna and his life on Earth as a human being, his relationship and bond with Radha, Rukmini, Satyabhama, and his 16,000 gopis. So, if you have not watched this film yet, please go and watch it, because I did that twice in 24 hours. You ask why? Well, you would not ask it if you go watch it! But to put it simply, it is magic that unfolds on screen in this film, with music that is so beautiful that I watched it again, just for it! Now, coming back to the film, there is something hauntingly beautiful about an end that marks a beginning. This film doesn’t just conclude; it marks the beginning of a new era. It leaves you grappling with the weight of destiny …

Krishnavataram Part 1 – The Heart Box Office Collection Day 2: Records A Jump Of 95% On Saturday

Krishnavataram Part 1 – The Heart Box Office Collection Day 2: Records A Jump Of 95% On Saturday

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Krishnavataram Part 1 – The Heart Box Office Collection Day 2 (Photo Credit: Creativeland Studios Entertainment) Krishnavataram Part 1 – The Heart was one of the noteworthy Bollywood films that arrived in theaters this Friday (8 May). Before the full-fledged release, the film had paid previews on Thursday and started its run on a low note. Even on the first day, it stayed low, scoring much below 1.5 crore. Yesterday, on the first Saturday, it displayed a big jump at the Indian box office, crossing the 2 crore mark. Keep reading for a detailed collection report of day 2! How much did Krishnavataram Part 1 – The Heart earn at the Indian box office in 2 days? The devotional drama scored 42 lakh in paid previews, followed by 1.15 crore on day 1. On Saturday, day 2, the film registered a 95.65% growth and scored 2.25 crore. Overall, it has earned 3.85 crore net at the Indian box office. It equals a domestic gross collection of 4.5 crore. Today, on day 3, the film is …

Krishnavataram Box Office Day 2: 173% Growth & 3X Increased Shows In Last 24 Hours

Krishnavataram Box Office Day 2: 173% Growth & 3X Increased Shows In Last 24 Hours

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Krishnavataram Box Office Day 2: This Krishna Leela Tale Is On A Bright Path! (Photo Credit: Creativeland Studios Entertainment) Faith has found its way to the box office, and after a quiet start on Friday, Krishnavataram Part 1: Hridayam has witnessed a phenomenal jump at the box office on its second day. Proving once again that devotional content, if done right, has the potential to maximize its numbers and turn a winner. Looking at the pace of the film, it is highly possible that it will grow to a huge jump on Saturday and Sunday! The Leap of Faith: 173% Growth! While the numbers were low on the opening day, the positive chatter began brewing in the evening shows, and the result is visible in the day 2 numbers, which were an explosion for the film with a huge growth. Krishnavataram Part 1 Box Office Day 2 On the second day, Friday, May 8, Krishnavataram Part 1 earned 1.15 crore, marking a staggering 173% growth within just 24 hours. On the opening day, the film …