Mahakali First Look: 27-Year-Old Actress Bhumi Shetty Stuns Fans with Fierce Transformation

After the massive success of HanuMan, filmmaker Prasanth Varma is ready to expand his superhero cinematic universe with his next big film, Mahakali. The makers have finally unveiled the first look of the film’s lead actress, Bhumi Shetty, and her powerful avatar has left fans amazed. The 27-year-old South Indian actress looks fierce and divine in her new look, building even more anticipation for the film.

Prasanth Varma introduced Bhumi Shetty as “Maha” through a striking poster, writing, “The most powerful superhero born from the womb of the universe awakens!” Dressed as Mahakali, Bhumi can be seen adorned with a nose ring, heavy jewelry, and sindoor, giving her a truly divine yet intense appearance. The image has already gone viral, with fans flooding social media with praise and excitement for the upcoming film.

According to reports, nearly 50% of the movie’s shoot has already been completed, with grand sets built in Hyderabad. Mahakali is said to be one of India’s first female-led superhero films. Before Bhumi’s reveal, the makers had shared Akshaye Khanna’s first look as Asur Guru Shukracharya. However, the release date of Mahakali remains under wraps, keeping fans eagerly waiting for more updates.

Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna’s “Thamma” Hits Theatres, Eyes ₹20 Crore Opening Day Collection

vBollywood actors Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna’s much-awaited film Thamma finally hit theatres today, October 21. Ever since the trailer dropped, fans have been eagerly waiting for its release, and now the buzz around the movie has translated into impressive numbers even before day one concluded.

According to trade reports, Thamma earned ₹4 crore through advance bookings alone. As per data by Sacnilk, the film sold over 1,45,000 tickets across India by Monday evening, signaling strong audience anticipation. Given these numbers, industry experts predict a solid opening for the film.

Trade analysts expect Thamma to collect between ₹18–20 crore on its first day, thanks to positive word-of-mouth and the ongoing festive season. The Diwali holidays are likely to give the movie an additional boost at the box office.

If these predictions hold true, Thamma could surpass the opening-day collection of Rishab Shetty’s Kantara Chapter 1, which earned ₹18.5 crore on its first day in Hindi. With this momentum, Ayushmann and Rashmika’s Thamma might just set a new benchmark for Bollywood releases this festive season.

Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 Becomes 2025’s Fastest ₹200 Crore Grosser in India

Rishab Shetty’s Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 has stormed the Indian box office, becoming the first film of 2025 to cross ₹200 crore within its opening weekend. Directed by and starring Shetty himself, the film collected an impressive ₹223.25 crore in India during its four-day extended weekend, earning ₹61.85 crore on day one, ₹45.5 crore on day two, ₹55 crore on day three, and ₹61 crore on day four.

With this performance, Kantara Chapter 1 has surpassed major hits like Sankranti Ki Vastunam, Housefull 5, They Call Him OG, and Raid 2, entering the list of the year’s top 10 highest-grossing Indian films. Currently, only five films—Chhava, Saiyara, Coolie, Mahavatar Narasimha, and War 2—stand ahead of it in earnings.

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Globally, the film has amassed around ₹325 crore, making it the sixth highest-grossing Indian film worldwide in 2025. Interestingly, the Hindi version has outperformed the original Kannada version, collecting ₹50.5 crore compared to ₹47.6 crore.

All eyes are now on whether Kantara Chapter 1 can overtake Chhava to become the biggest blockbuster of 2025.

Kantara Chapter 1 Dominates Box Office, Surpasses Varun Dhawan’s ‘Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari’”

Rishab Shetty’s Kantara Chapter 1 continues its unstoppable run at the box office, outperforming Varun Dhawan’s romantic drama Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari. Both films released on October 2, but Shetty’s mythological action saga has clearly taken the lead.

Within just three days, Kantara Chapter 1 has grossed an impressive ₹164.39 crore worldwide, including ₹148 crore from India and ₹18.50 crore overseas. In contrast, Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari managed a total of ₹21.70 crore globally, with ₹4 crore coming from overseas markets.

On Saturday, October 4, Kantara Chapter 1 recorded an overall Hindi occupancy rate of 29.54%, while Tulsi Kumari trailed slightly at 26.28%. The evening and night shows for Kantara saw the highest audience turnout, touching nearly 50%.

With its strong box office momentum, Kantara Chapter 1 has now become the fourth highest-grossing Kannada film of all time, surpassing major titles like Salman Khan’s Sikandar and Ram Charan’s Game Changer.

It’s safe to say that Rishab Shetty’s cinematic legend is setting new benchmarks for Indian regional cinema.

Sitaare Zameen Par worldwide box office collection day 3

Aamir Khan’s Sitaare Zameen Par is making waves globally! In just three days, As per Hindustantimes, the film collected ₹95.75 crore worldwide, placing it at #8 on the global box office chart—ahead of titles like Kuberaa and Materialists.

Domestically, it raked in around ₹58.15 crore net and ₹69.75 crore gross, with an additional ₹26 crore from overseas markets. The film’s emotional storyline and strong word-of-mouth seem to be fueling its momentum, and it’s now on track to cross the ₹100 crore mark soon.

Housefull 5 Day First Advance Booking Report

As of June 2, 2025, Housefull 5 has made a notable impact with its first-day advance booking figures. According to Sacnilk, the film has garnered approximately ₹98.26 lakh in gross collections, with over 28,000 tickets sold across India. When including block seats, the total gross reaches around ₹4.01 crore.

Key Highlights:

  • Total Tickets Sold: 28,192
  • Gross Collection (Without Block Seats): ₹98.26 lakh
  • Gross Collection (With Block Seats): ₹4.01 crore
  • Average Ticket Price (ATP): Approximately ₹278

Regional Performance:

The film has shown strong advance bookings in several regions:

  • Delhi NCR: ₹25.92 lakh
  • Maharashtra: ₹25.18 lakh
  • Rajasthan: ₹9.66 lakh
  • Uttar Pradesh: ₹7.07 lakh
  • Gujarat: ₹8.5 lakh

These figures indicate a positive response from audiences, setting the stage for a promising opening weekend.

About Housefull 5:

Directed by Tarun Mansukhani and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, Housefull 5 features a star-studded cast including Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, Riteish Deshmukh, Sanjay Dutt, and Jackie Shroff. The film is set to release on June 6, 2025, and is the fifth installment in the popular comedy franchise.

With its unique approach of offering multiple climaxes and a blend of humor and chaos, Housefull 5 is poised to captivate audiences nationwide.

Stay tuned for more updates as the film approaches its release date!

Source: Sacnilk

Bhool Chuk Maaf Crosses Rs. 32 Crore in Just 4 Days

Breaking through the clutter of regular romantic dramas, Bhool Chuk Maaf has emerged as a surprise success story at the Indian box office. Blending comedy, drama, and a unique time-loop narrative, the film has not only intrigued cinephiles but also sparked widespread praise for its lead performances by Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi.

Released on May 23, 2025, the film had a rocky path to theatres, delayed by multiple hurdles and clashing with major Hollywood titles. Yet, none of that dampened its reception. Audiences were quick to connect with the fresh storyline, and critics have lauded the compelling chemistry between the leads and the heartfelt storytelling.

Box Office Update: A Promising Start

According to industry tracker Sacnilk, Bhool Chuk Maaf opened to a solid Rs. 7 crore on day one. With strong word-of-mouth and positive reviews, the film witnessed a sharp upswing over the weekend — earning Rs. 9.5 crore on Saturday and an impressive Rs. 11.5 crore on Sunday. Though Monday saw a natural slowdown, bringing in Rs. 4.75 crore (as per early estimates), the film’s four-day total now stands at a commendable Rs. 32.75 crore.

Given the competition and pre-release controversies, these numbers highlight the film’s growing momentum and mass appeal.

A Tale of Love, Fate, and Redemption

Bhool Chuk Maaf tells the intriguing story of Ranjan, a spirited young man from small-town India who falls for a girl from Banaras. Determined to win her hand, he vows to secure a government job, only to unwittingly break a promise made to Lord Shiva. What follows is a surreal, fate-driven loop of events that force him to confront his mistakes and find redemption.

Rajkummar Rao brings depth and humor to Ranjan, while Wamiqa Gabbi charms with a grounded yet vibrant performance. Their chemistry is electric, and the film’s offbeat narrative keeps viewers hooked until the very end.

Sikandar Box Office Collection Day 3: Salman Khan and Rashmika Mandanna

​Salman Khan and Rashmika Mandanna’s film ‘Sikandar’ has experienced a notable decline in box office earnings following the Eid holiday. On its third day (Tuesday), the movie collected approximately ₹19.5 crore in India, marking a drop of over 30% from its second-day earnings of ₹29 crore. This brings the film’s three-day total to around ₹74.5 crore across all languages.

The film’s performance has been affected by mixed reviews and an online leak prior to its release. Despite being released during the festive season, ‘Sikandar’ has underperformed compared to expectations and has not surpassed the opening figures of Vicky Kaushal’s ‘Chhaava,’ which debuted with ₹31 crore domestically.

The film’s occupancy rates have also reflected this downturn, with an overall occupancy of 19.42% on the third day, down from 24.60% on the second day. Morning shows had the lowest attendance at 6.87%, while evening shows saw a peak of 25.99%.

Despite these challenges, ‘Sikandar’ is poised to enter the ₹100 crore club within five days, marking Salman Khan’s 17th consecutive film to achieve this milestone. However, the film’s longevity at the box office remains uncertain, with multiplexes showing signs of weakening performance.

Chhaava box office collection day 35

Chhaava Inches Closer to Breaking Stree 2’s Box Office Record!

Chhaava box office collection day 35: Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava continues its unstoppable run at the box office! Even after 35 days in theatres, the historical drama raked in ₹2.35 crore, bringing its domestic total to ₹572.95 crore. The film’s worldwide earnings now stand at a staggering ₹770.5 crore.

Despite competition from new releases like The Diplomat and Crazxy, Chhaava has remained the biggest hit of 2025. It has also become the highest-grossing film of Vicky Kaushal and director Laxman Utekar’s careers. The film is now just ₹26 crore away from surpassing Stree 2’s ₹598 crore domestic record, making it one of the biggest Hindi films ever!

With Salman Khan’s Sikandar set to release on March 30, Chhaava has a small window to break the record. Can it become the highest-grossing Hindi film of all time? Stay tuned!

Thandel Box Office Collection Day 1: Biggest Opener At ₹21 crore

Thandel Box Office Collection

Chandoo Mondeti’s highly anticipated film Thandel, starring Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi, has opened to an impressive response at the box office. Released in theatres this Friday, the film has achieved a remarkable milestone for Naga Chaitanya, setting a new record for his biggest opener yet.

Thandel Worldwide Box Office Collection Day 1

On Saturday, the film’s producers announced that Thandel collected a whopping ₹21.27 crore gross worldwide on its first day. This marks the highest opening for Naga Chaitanya in his career. (Also Read: Thandel Movie Review: A Layered Romance with Superficial Drama)

The official X (formerly Twitter) page of Thandel shared the exciting news with two brand-new posters celebrating the film’s success. The post read, “#BlockbusterThandel collects 21.27 CRORE GROSS WORLDWIDE on Day 1 with terrific response and word of mouth all over. A super strong Day 2 on cards.” Notably, the film has also performed well in the international market, earning $400K in the US.

India Box Office Performance

According to Hindustan Times early estimates, Thandel collected ₹10 crore net in India on its opening day. Breaking it down by language:

Telugu: ₹9.8 crore

Tamil: ₹0.05 crore

Hindi: ₹0.15 crore

The film also witnessed strong occupancy levels in India. The Telugu version saw an overall occupancy rate of 53.58%, with night shows peaking at 71.10%.

Comparison with Naga Chaitanya’s Previous Films

Thandel has outperformed Naga Chaitanya’s previous films in terms of opening-day earnings:

Custody (2023) collected ₹3.2 crore net in India on its first day.

Love Story (2021) made ₹6.9 crore net in India on its opening day.

With positive word of mouth and strong momentum, Thandel is expected to continue its impressive run at the box office. Fans and industry insiders are eagerly watching to see how the film fares in the coming days.