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Peddi worldwide box office collection day 7: Ram Charan film in free fall, to end week 1 behind OG, Mahavatar Narsimha

Peddi worldwide box office collection day 7: Ram Charan film in free fall, to end week 1 behind OG, Mahavatar Narsimha

Peddi worldwide box office collection day 7: The momentum Buchi Babu Sana’s Peddi had built over its opening weekend seems to be disappearing in mere days. The sports drama, starring Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor, is now in a free fall, making less than ₹10 crore a day globally. In the international markets, it has all but shut shop, earning less than $100K on its seventh day. Janhvi Kapoor and Ram Charan play Achiyamma and Peddi in Buchi Babu Sana’s film. Peddi box office update Peddi, which stars Ram Charan as an aspiring sportsperson, had opened at ₹69 crore net in India, and over ₹100 crore gross worldwide on Thursday. It had a reasonably strong opening weekend, collecting ₹137 crore net in India alone. However, thereater, it has seen continued slide in collections. After a drop of 65% on Monday and 25% on Tuesday, Peddi fared no better on Wednesday, its seventh day in the theatres. On the day, the sports drama earned merely ₹7.55 crore net domestically. This has now taken its domestic earnings …

Katrina Kaif shares adorable glimpse of son Vihaan

Katrina Kaif shares adorable glimpse of son Vihaan

Actor Katrina Kaif has penned a heartfelt birthday wish for her husband Vicky Kaushal, pouring out her candid thoughts on their companionship and bond over the years. Taking to her Instagram, Katrina shared adorable pictures from Vicky’s intimate birthday celebrations in what appeared to be a natural outdoor setting. The sweetest moment came with the couple’s son, Vihaan, also making an appearance. Katrina Kaif’s birthday wish for Vicky Kaushal Katrina dropped a picture of the Chhaava actor’s birthday cake with “Happy Birthday Papa” written on it. Reflecting on their beautiful journey together over the years, she penned on social media, “Happy Birthdayyyyyy…. Same place, 2 years later, and how much has changed… Prayer, patience, and faith… And today we celebrate your birthday with the most amount of joy with our little angel… My heart is full and grateful… (sic)” Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: …

EXCLUSIVE: After Love and War, Vicky Kaushal blocks 18 months for Amar Kaushik’s Mahavatar; shoot slated to begin January 2027

EXCLUSIVE: After Love and War, Vicky Kaushal blocks 18 months for Amar Kaushik’s Mahavatar; shoot slated to begin January 2027

After wrapping up Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Love & War, Vicky Kaushal is set to get into his next ambitious project, Maddock Films’ upcoming mythological epic Mahavatar, directed by Amar Kaushik. Pinkvilla has exclusively learned, Vicky will begin an intensive prep schedule from June 2026, immediately after completing his commitments on the Sanjay Leela Bhansali directorial, co-starring Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt.  According to our sources, “Vicky has committed to a rigorous six-month training program that includes physical transformation, bulking up, and a series of acting workshops tailored specifically for the film. “Amar has designed a very detailed prep module for Vicky. It’s not just about the physicality, but also about getting into the psychological and emotional graph of the character.” The film is slated to go on floors in January 2027 and will be shot over an extensive one-year schedule, wrapping up by December 2027. During this period, Vicky plans to dedicate himself exclusively to Mahavatar, avoiding any other professional commitments to maintain continuity in the role. “Vicky is treating Mahavatar as a once-in-a-lifetime project. …

Will This Mahavatar Cinematic Universe Film Achieve This 50-Year Old Record Missed By Mahavatar Narsimha?

Will This Mahavatar Cinematic Universe Film Achieve This 50-Year Old Record Missed By Mahavatar Narsimha?

Mahavatar Parshuraam Box Office: Will It Claim What Mahavatar Narsimha Could Not? ( Photo Credit – Instagram ) The Mahavatar Cinematic Universe took the Indian box office by storm when Mahavatar Narsimha arrived. Produced by Hombale Films, the mythological animation film took everyone by surprise by turning into the second most profitable Indian film of 2025, and immediately, a Mahavatar Cinematic Universe was announced. The second installment of this Universe, Mahavatar Parshuraam, has been officially announced, and it will be interesting to see if it breaks some more records! Mahavatar Narsimha’s Missed Record! While Mahavatar Narsimha broke several glass ceilings and rewrote history for small-budget cinema, it missed one legendary milestone by a whisker. Can the next installment of this Universe make sure that this 50-year-old record of Indian Cinema finally gets broken? Mahavatar Parshuraam VS Most Profitable Mythology Film Despite the humongous success of the Mahavatar Narsimha, it failed to dethrone the most profitable Mythological film of Indian Cinema – Jai Santoshi Maa, which released in 1975. If Mahavatar Parshuraam manages to break this …

Mahavatar Parshuram first look: Hombale Films unveils second film in Mahavatar Cinematic Universe

Mahavatar Parshuram first look: Hombale Films unveils second film in Mahavatar Cinematic Universe

After the success of Mahavatar Narsimha, Hombale Films are presenting Mahavatar Parshuram! Presented by Hombale Films and produced by Kleem Production, this marks the 2nd instalment in the planned seven-part Mahavatar Cinematic Universe. The makers dropped the official first glimpse and poster of Mahavatar Parshuram on the occasion of Parshuram Jayanti. Mahavatar Parshuram marks the 2nd instalment in the Mahavatar Cinematic Universe. Mahavatar Parshuram first look Hombale Films dropped the poster and first glimpse of Mahavatar Parshuram on Instagram. Directed by Ashwin Kumar, the film is part of the planned seven-part animated Mahavatar Cinematic Universe, based on the ten avatars (incarnations) of Vishnu. The poster featured a fierce warrior holding a heavily blood-stained battle axe in the middle of a battlefield. The tagline reads, “Where Patience Ends, the Axe of Parshuram Begins!” Sharing the first look, the makers wrote, “Presenting the next from the Mahavatar Cinematic Universe: #MahavatarParshuraam. Not a ruler, but a force against adharma, restoring balance across ages. Wishing you a blessed #ParshuramJayanti.” The film will depict how Lord Vishnu took the Parshuram …

Shraddha Kapoor in talks to star opposite Vicky Kaushal in Mahavatar

Shraddha Kapoor in talks to star opposite Vicky Kaushal in Mahavatar

Even as ‘Stree 3’ is currently being written, word is that Shraddha Kapoor has been approached by director Amar Kaushik and production house Maddock Films to headline another of their movies, ‘Mahavatar’. We’ve heard that the actor is the top choice to play the female lead opposite Vicky Kaushal, who portrays Parashurama in the mythological epic.   Discussions with Kapoor are said to be underway. If things work out, Kaushik will take the project — easily one of the most ambitious rolled by the banner — on floors after June. A source told mid-day, “Shraddha fits the brief perfectly. The team was keen on someone who brings star value and presence. Plus, the Vicky-Shraddha pairing will be fresh, and the makers are confident this combination will resonate with the audience.”  mid-day reached out to Kapoor, who didn’t respond till press time.  Deepika Padukone. Pic/Instagram Reports suggested that earlier Deepika Padukone was in talks to star in the mythological epic Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All …

Kantara 2, Mahavatar Narsimha, Sister Midnight, Tanvi the Great and Tourist Family secure eligibility to compete in Oscar Best Picture race | Bollywood News

Kantara 2, Mahavatar Narsimha, Sister Midnight, Tanvi the Great and Tourist Family secure eligibility to compete in Oscar Best Picture race | Bollywood News

As January unfolds, anticipation for the upcoming Academy Awards is rising, particularly for India, which has reason to celebrate this year. Neeraj Ghaywan’s Homebound, India’s official submission for the Oscars, has already made headlines by securing a spot among the 15 shortlisted films in the Best International Feature category. Adding further excitement, several other Indian films, Rishab Shetty’s Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1, Radhika Apte’s Sister Midnight, the animated feature Mahavatar Narsimha, Anupam Kher’s Tanvi the Great, and the Tamil film Tourist Family, have been included in the list of 201 feature films eligible for consideration in the Best Picture category at the 98th Academy Awards. According to Variety, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) recently announced the full roster of films that meet the eligibility requirements for the coveted Best Picture race. These requirements extend beyond standard submission rules and include a qualifying theatrical release, completion of the confidential Academy Representation and Inclusion Standards Entry (RAISE) form, and adherence to at least two of the four Academy inclusion standards. Additionally, …

Kantara Chapter 1 & Mahavatar Narasimha Join The Oscars’ General Entry List

Kantara Chapter 1 & Mahavatar Narasimha Join The Oscars’ General Entry List

Kantara Chapter 1 & Mahavatar Narasimha Enters Oscars Race(Photo Credit –Facebook) Homabale Films, one of India’s most celebrated and respected production houses, has reached yet another prestigious milestone, this time on the global stage. The banner has officially entered the Oscars race with two of its films from 2025 — Mahavatar Narasimha and Kantara: Chapter 1. Both films have been submitted to the Oscar General Entry List, marking a proud and historic moment for Indian cinema. Kantara: Chapter 1 is directed by Rishab Shetty, who also plays the lead, and produced by Vijay Kiragandur. Mahavatar Narasimha is directed by Ashwin Kumar. Both films presented by Hombale Films enjoyed massive box-office successes and received praise for their storytelling, cultural roots, technical quality, and overall vision. Eligible For Major Oscar Categories With their entry into the General Entry list, both films are now eligible for consideration and shortlisting across key Oscar general categories. These include Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Producer, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay/Writing, Best Production Design, and Best Cinematography, subject to the Academy review …

Hombale Films makes HISTORY as Kantara Chapter 1 and Mahavatar Narsimha enters Oscar’s general list

Hombale Films makes HISTORY as Kantara Chapter 1 and Mahavatar Narsimha enters Oscar’s general list

Hombale Films makes HISTORY as Kantara Chapter 1 and Mahavatar Narsimha enters Oscar’s general list Home News and Gossip Hombale Films makes HISTORY as Kantara Chapter 1 and Mahavatar Narsimha enters Oscar’s general list Hombale Films is a production house that has made it to the Oscar General Entry List with two Indian films out of the five this year. This fact emphasises the growing significance of the company and its unstinting support to the worldwide reach of Indian cinema. Hombale Films, one of the most prominent and creative production houses in India, has crossed another major milestone in the international arena. Mahavatar Narasimha and Kantara: Chapter 1, two of its critically acclaimed 2025 films, have been officially submitted to the Oscar General Entry List for 2026, which is a historic moment for Indian cinema. Hombale Films creates history Both films, which were produced by Vijay Kiragandur and directed by Rishab Shetty (Kantara: Chapter 1) and directed by Ashwin …

Axes War 2 + Mahavatar Narsimha To Become 3rd Highest-Grossing Bollywood Film Of 2025

Axes War 2 + Mahavatar Narsimha To Become 3rd Highest-Grossing Bollywood Film Of 2025

Dhurandhar Box Office Day 8 Early Estimates! ( Photo Credit – Instagram ) Ranveer Singh and Aditya Dhar’s union has turned out to be a blockbuster! The spy action thriller, Dhurandhar, is on a rampage at the box office. It has entered the second week on a terrific note, emerging as the 3rd highest-grossing Bollywood film of 2025. Scroll below for the day 8 early trends. Dhurandhar Box Office Day 8 Early Estimates Most would know that Dhurandhar has been certified ‘A’ by the censor board. But has that limited its growth in any way? Certainly not. It is, in fact, the go-to choice of audiences. As per the early trends, it earned between 32-34 crores at the Indian box office on day 8. After the impressive morning occupancy of 19.64%, the trends further improved with admissions of 37.37% during the afternoon and 53.08% during the evening shows. The overall box office collection after 8 days will conclude somewhere around 250-252 crores. Beats War 2 & Mahavatar Narsimha! The box office run is glorious, to …