Kollywood

12 days ago

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Lokesh Kanagarajs debut film DC with Wamiqa Gabbi promises a grand start for the filmmaker-turned-actor

The buzz around Lokesh Kanagaraj"™s next move just got bigger. According to recent reports on social media, the celebrated filmmaker has allegedly been offered a whopping ₹35 crore by Sun Pictures for his acting debut "” a figure touted as the highest ever for a debut hero in Indian cinema. While there"™s no official confirmation yet, the news has quickly become the talk of Tamil film circles. Following the release of Rajinikanth"™s Coolie, Lokesh Kanagaraj is said to be collaborating with Arun Matheswaran for his debut acting project. Interestingly, reports also suggest that Lokesh will contribute to the story and screenplay apart from playing the lead. Fans are eager to see how the Leo and Vikram filmmaker transitions to acting, especially after building one of Tamil cinema"™s most successful cinematic universes. If the reported ₹35 crore paycheck turns out to be true, it would mark yet another milestone in Lokesh"™s already illustrious career. Titled DC, the film marks Lokesh Kanagaraj"™s much-anticipated debut as a lead actor, directed by Captain Miller filmmaker Arun Matheswaran and backed by Sun Pictures. Lokesh essays the role of Devadas, while Wamiqa Gabbi stars opposite him as Chandra "” her first Tamil film as a leading lady. The film also features music by Anirudh Ravichander, cinematography by Mukesh G, and editing by GK Prasanna. With this collaboration, DC promises to blend Arun"™s gritty storytelling with Lokesh"™s larger-than-life presence. Scheduled for a Summer 2026 release, the film has already piqued major curiosity, not just for Lokesh"™s acting debut but also for its stylish presentation and strong creative lineup.

Kollywood

22 days ago

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Teaser Out Now for DC Backed by Sun Pictures Wamiqa Gabbi Joins the Cast

The title teaser of the much-anticipated film DC dropped just minutes ago, stirring excitement across social media. The film is backed by Sun Pictures, and marks a new venture where renowned director-actor Lokesh Kanagaraj steps into the acting lead role under the direction of Arun Matheswaran. According to recent reports, Wamiqa Gabbi has joined the cast as the female lead, making a significant entry into this high-profile Tamil production. The teaser opens with a striking visual motif of power and identity, underscoring the film"™s promise of raw action and stylised narrative. Sun Pictures"™ backing signals a large-scale production, and the addition of Wamiqa, who has made waves in multiple languages, adds to the film"™s pan-Indian appeal. To elevate the mood and scale further, Anirudh Ravichander scores the music "” setting expectations sky-high, given his track record with mass commercial projects and stylish background scores. Sun Pictures proudly presents #DC starring @Dir_Lokesh & #WamiqaGabbi Directed by @ArunMatheswaranAn @anirudhofficial musical ▶️ https://t.co/khNJS6e8UH@mukesh_DOP #PrasannaGK #KannanS @PC_stunts @kabilanchelliah @frankjacobbbb #RamKumar #Heisenberg pic.twitter.com/10AD9dpQhR— Sun Pictures (@sunpictures) November 1, 2025 With the title teaser fresh in public view, industry watchers are now eyeing the next reveals "” full trailer, music launch, and distribution details. For now, fans of Lokesh Kanagaraj, Wamiqa Gabbi and Tamil cinema in general have a juicy new project on their radar, sparking curiosity around how the actor-turned-lead director will deliver in front of the camera.

Kollywood

24 days ago

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Wamiqa Gabbi likely to star opposite Lokesh Kanagaraj in his acting debut film

Buzz around Lokesh Kanagaraj"™s debut as a lead actor continues to build, and the latest talk in industry circles suggests Wamiqa Gabbi has been approached to play the female lead in the upcoming film directed by Arun Matheswaran. While an official announcement is still awaited, multiple insider reports indicate that the makers are keen on bringing Wamiqa on board for the project. Lokesh, known for films like Maanagaram, Kaithi, Master, Vikram, and Leo, is stepping in front of the camera for the first time with this project, which will be directed by Arun Matheswaran. The pairing itself has sparked curiosity, as both talents are currently on strong career runs. Arun Matheswaran, who has carved a niche with his gritty and stylish filmmaking, is reportedly shaping this film as a raw gangster action drama. The story is said to be rooted in intense, grounded violence, infused with Arun"™s signature stylised realism and bold storytelling "” a space that aligns perfectly with Lokesh"™s action persona. Wamiqa Gabbi, meanwhile, has been enjoying a solid career phase with acclaimed performances across Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, and Punjabi projects. Her addition to the cast would lend the film a fresh pairing and a strong screen dynamic "” something Lokesh"™s fans are already discussing on social platforms. Shooting schedules and complete cast details are likely to be revealed soon. For now, all eyes are on the official confirmation, as fans look forward to seeing how Lokesh transitions in front of the camera "” and whether Wamiqa Gabbi will join him in this much-anticipated project.

Bollywood

36 days ago

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Ayushmann Khurrana-led Pati Patni Aur Woh Sequel Officially Announced With Complete Cast and Release Date

Mumbai, October 18 - The sequel to romantic comedy Pati Patni Aur Woh is officially announced with a new star cast. Titled Pati Patni Aur Woh Do, the movie will be headlined by Ayushmann Khurrana, with three leading ladies, Sara Ali Khan, Wamiqa Gabbi, and Rakul Preet Singh. Mudassar Aziz, who directed the original film, returns to helm the sequel, which has been confirmed to hit the big screens on March 3, 2026, coinciding with the Holi festival. The movie will be produced by Bhushan Kumar and Renu Ravi Chopra under the banner of T-Series and B.R. Studios. Pati Patni Aur Woh Do is being made as a spiritual sequel to the 2019 hit Pati Patni Aur Woh, which featured Kartik Aaryan, Bhumi Pednekar, and Ananya Panday in the leading roles. It is said that the combination of Ayushmann's impeccable comic timing, Sara's on-screen charm, Wamiqa's intensity, and Rakul's charisma will make the sequel a must-watch for audiences of all ages. हर पति की होती है, अपनी ही एक अफ़लातून दुनिया"¦à¤œà¥‹ उनको भले ही सताती हो, मगर हम सबको बड़ा हँसाती है !Introducing the world of #PrajapatiPandey starring #AyushmannKhurrana in #PatiPatniAurWohDoWith #SaraAliKhan, #WamiqaGabbi aur #RakulPreetSingh joining the ride, this"¦ pic.twitter.com/YlFwjgonnY— T-Series (@TSeries) October 18, 2025 Stay tuned...

Box Office

184 days ago

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Bhool Chuk Maaf Box Office Collection | All Language | Day Wise | Worldwide

Here is the Hindi movie Bhool Chuk Maaf box office collection which is a romantic comedy film. This film is directed by Karan Sharma and produced by Maddock Films and Amazon Prime Video. ## Bhool Chuk Maaf stars Rajkummar Rao, Wamiqa Gabbi, Seema Pahwa, Sanjay Mishra, Raghubir Yadav, and Zakir Hussain in key roles. ## Bhool Chuk Maaf Box Office Collection Day Wise | All Language [See Footfalls] DayIndia Net Collection Change(+/-) Day 1 [1st Friday] ₹ 7 Cr - Day 2 [1st Saturday] ₹ 9.5 Cr 35.71% Day 3 [1st Sunday] ₹ 11.5 Cr 21.05% Day 4 [1st Monday] ₹ 4.5 Cr -60.87% Day 5 [1st Tuesday] ₹ 4.75 Cr 5.56% Day 6 [1st Wednesday] ₹ 3.5 Cr -26.32% Day 7 [1st Thursday] ₹ 3.35 Cr -4.29% Week 1 Collection ₹ 44.1 Cr - Day 8 [2nd Friday] ₹ 3.25 Cr -2.99% Day 9 [2nd Saturday] ₹ 5.25 Cr 61.54% Day 10 [2nd Sunday] ₹ 6.35 Cr 20.95% Day 11 [2nd Monday] ₹ 2.2 Cr -65.35% Day 12 [2nd Tuesday] ₹ 2.2 Cr 0.00% Day 13 [2nd Wednesday] ₹ 1.75 Cr -20.45% Day 14 [2nd Thursday] ₹ 1.5 Cr -14.29% Week 2 Collection ₹ 22.5 Cr -48.98% Day 15 [3rd Friday] ₹ 0.45 Cr -70.00% Day 16 [3rd Saturday] ₹ 0.95 Cr 111.11% Day 17 [3rd Sunday] ₹ 1.2 Cr 26.32% Day 18 [3rd Monday] ₹ 0.4 Cr -66.67% Day 19 [3rd Tuesday] ₹ 0.45 Cr 12.50% Day 20 [3rd Wednesday] ₹ 0.3 Cr -33.33% Day 21 [3rd Thursday] ₹ 0.3 Cr 0.00% Week 3 Collection ₹ 4.05 Cr -82.00% Day 22 [4th Friday] ₹ 0.25 Cr -16.67% Day 23 [4th Saturday] ₹ 0.4 Cr 60.00% Day 24 [4th Sunday] ₹ 0.5 Cr 25.00% Day 25 [4th Monday] ₹ 0.15 Cr -70.00% Day 26 [4th Tuesday] ₹ 0.23 Cr 53.33% Day 27 [4th Wednesday] ₹ 0.12 Cr -47.83% Day 28 [4th Thursday] ₹ 0.13 Cr * rough data 8.33% Week 4 Collection ₹ 1.78 Cr -56.05% Day 29 [5th Friday] ₹ 0.07 Cr -46.15% Day 30 [5th Saturday] ₹ 0.05 Cr -28.57% Day 31 [5th Sunday] ₹ 0.05 Cr 0.00% Day 32 [5th Monday] ₹ 0.01 Cr -80.00% Day 33 [5th Tuesday] ₹ 0.02 Cr 100.00% Day 34 [5th Wednesday] ₹ 0.02 Cr 0.00% Day 35 [5th Thursday] ₹ 0.02 Cr 0.00% Week 5 Collection ₹ 0.24 Cr -86.52% Day 36 [6th Friday] ₹ 0.01 Cr -50.00% Total ₹ 72.68 Cr (estimated) - ## Take Subscription To See Footfalls ## India Net Collection ₹ 72.68 Cr ## Worldwide Collection ₹ 88.89 Cr ## Overseas Collection ₹ 3.3 Cr ## India Gross Collection ₹ 85.59 Cr ## Bhool Chuk Maaf Budget: ₹ - Cr * Approx ## Bhool Chuk Maaf Verdict: Coming Soon ## Bhool Chuk Maaf Screen count ## India: - * expected ## Overseas: - * expected ## Worldwide total: - ## Release Date: 23rd May 2025 ## For more and the latest news about Bollywood Box Office Collection, Stay tuned to us.

Bollywood

189 days ago

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Akshay Kumar's 'Bhooth Bangla' Shoot Completed

Mumbai, May 18 - Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar has wrapped up shooting for director Priyadarshan's horror-comedy Bhooth Bangla. The film is produced by Ekta Kapoor under the banner of Balaji Motion Pictures in association with Cape of Good Films and Wide Angle Creations. ## Akshay shared a video clip which features him and actress Wamiqa Gabbi while filming for a song and announced the wrap on the film. ## "And that's a wrap on #BhoothBangla! My seventh madcap adventure with the ever-inventive Priyadarshan sir, my second outing with the unstoppable Ektaa Kapoor, and my first but hopefully not the last, magical journey with the ever-surprising Wamiqa. Grateful for the madness, the magic, and the memories", Akshay wrote. ## The film also stars Tabu, Paresh Rawal, Manoj Joshi, Mithila Palkar, and Sharman Joshi, among others, in prominent roles. It is a VFX-heavy film and will be released in theatres worldwide on April 2, 2026. ## And that"™s a wrap on #BhoothBangla ! My seventh madcap adventure with the ever-inventive @priyadarshandir sir, my second outing with the unstoppable @EktaaRKapoor , and my first but hopefully not the last, magical journey with the ever-surprising Wamiqa. Grateful for the"¦ pic.twitter.com/RtC8s2nN6R— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) May 18, 2025 ## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

193 days ago

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Maddock Films' 'Bhool Chuk Maaf' Gets A New Theatrical Release Date

Mumbai, May 14 - In another fresh turn of events, Maddock Films' romantic comedy drama Bhool Chuk Maaf is getting back to the theatrical release. The movie is directed by Karan Sharma and produced by Dinesh Vijan's Maddock Films in association with Amazon MGM Studios.## Over the last week, the film has been in the news for a couple of reasons. On May 8, the makers announced the Bhool Chuk Maaf's theatrical release, which was May 10, was called off amid the India and Pakistan border tensions and was rescheduled to a direct digital release on Prime Video on May 16. ## However, the decision to send the movie directly on digital invited the legal battle as PVR-Inox sued Maddock, seeking 60 crore in damages for breach of contract and requesting a stay on the film's digital release. Later, the Bombay High Court granted major relief to the theatre chain and stopped the OTT release of the movie. ## Now, according to the latest report by Pinkvilla, the film is back on track for a theatrical release. It is said that the movie will now hit the big screens on May 23. The report further states that while Bollywood films are mandatory to have an 8-week theatrical window, Bhool Chuk Maaf might debut on Prime Video in just two weeks, on June 6, 2025. ## Meanwhile, Maddock Films doesn't have to pay any amount to PVRInox, as the latter has withdrawn the demands of Rs 60 crore from the former. The film stars Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi in the leading roles. ## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

197 days ago

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PVR-Inox Sues Maddock Films For Cancelling Theatrical Release of 'Bhool Chuk Maaf'

Mumbai, May 10 - National multiplex theatre chain, PVRINOX, has reportedly sued producer Dinesh Vijan's Maddock Films for cancelling the theatrical release date of its romantic comedy drama Bhool Chuk Maaf at the last minute. ## A day before the film's release on May 9, Maddock Films and Amazon Prime issued a statement stating that the theatrical release of Bhool Chuk Maaf was called off aftermath of the ongoing border conflict between India and Pakistan. The studio announced that the movie would now be released directly on Prime Video on May 9. ## According to the report by Bollywood Hungama, PVR Inox has decided to take legal action against the production house for damages of Rs. 60 crores for non-playability of the movie. While Maddock stated the conflict as the reason behind the decision, the theatre alleged that the decision was taken due to poor advance booking. ## "PVR has submitted their case in the Bombay High Court. The matter became serious as all the contracts were signed, and then suddenly Maddock backed off. Hence, this is a case of breach of contract", says the report quoting a source. ## Directed by Karan Sharma, Bhool Chuk Maaf stars Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi in the lead roles. It is produced by Maddock Films and Amazon MGM Studios. ## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

199 days ago

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Maddock Films Called Off Theatrical Release of 'Bhool Chuk Maaf'

Mumbai, May 8 - Maddock Films has called off the theatrical release of its comedy drama film Bhool Chuk Maaf in the light of recent events and heightened security drills across the nation. The movie was scheduled to hit the big screen on May 9. ## Bhool Chuk Maaf, starring Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi in the leading roles, will now be released directly on Amazon Prime Video on May 16, a week after its proposed theatrical release. The film is directed by Karan Sharma and produced by Maddock Films in association with Amazon MGM Studios.## The studio took to social media platforms to share the update and confirmed the direct-to-digital release of the movie on Prime Video. "While we were eagerly looking forward to celebrating this film with you in theatres, the spirit of the nation comes first", Maddock said.## The spirit of the nation comes first! 🇮🇳 Watch Bhool Chuk Maaf directly on @PrimeVideoIN, May 16 #BhoolChukMaafOnPrime pic.twitter.com/xfSjoFpVhy— Maddockfilms (@MaddockFilms) May 8, 2025 ## Stay tuned...

Box Office

336 days ago

107503 views

Baby John Box Office Collection | All Language | Day Wise | Worldwide

Here is the Hindi movie Baby John box office collection which is an action thriller film. This film is directed by Kalees and produced by A for Apple Productions, Cine1 Studios, and Jio Studios. ## Baby John stars Varun Dhawan, Keerthy Suresh, Wamiqa Gabbi, Jackie Shroff, and Salman Khan in key roles. ## Baby John Box Office Collection Day Wise | All Language [See Footfalls] DayIndia Net Collection Change(+/-) Day 1 [1st Wednesday] ₹ 11.25 Cr - Day 2 [1st Thursday] ₹ 4.75 Cr -57.78% Day 3 [1st Friday] ₹ 3.65 Cr -23.16% Day 4 [1st Saturday] ₹ 4.25 Cr 16.44% Day 5 [1st Sunday] ₹ 4.75 Cr 11.76% Day 6 [1st Monday] ₹ 1.85 Cr -61.05% Day 7 [1st Tuesday] ₹ 2.15 Cr 16.22% Day 8 [2nd Wednesday] ₹ 2.75 Cr 27.91% Day 9 [2nd Thursday] ₹ 1 Cr -63.64% Week 1 Collection ₹ 36.4 Cr - Day 10 [2nd Friday] ₹ 0.5 Cr -50.00% Day 11 [2nd Saturday] ₹ 0.75 Cr 50.00% Day 12 [2nd Sunday] ₹ 0.85 Cr 13.33% Day 13 [2nd Monday] ₹ 0.23 Cr -72.94% Day 14 [2nd Tuesday] ₹ 0.22 Cr -4.35% Day 15 [3rd Wednesday] ₹ 0.2 Cr -9.09% Day 16 [3rd Thursday] ₹ 0.22 Cr 10.00% Week 2 Collection ₹ 2.97 Cr -91.84% Day 17 [3rd Friday] ₹ 0.02 Cr -90.91% Day 18 [3rd Saturday] ₹ 0.04 Cr 100.00% Day 19 [3rd Sunday] ₹ 0.05 Cr 25.00% Day 20 [3rd Monday] ₹ 0.02 Cr -60.00% Total ₹ 39.5 Cr - ## Take Subscription To See Footfalls ## India Net Collection ₹ 39.5 Cr ## Worldwide Collection ₹ 61 Cr ## Overseas Collection ₹ 13.7 Cr ## India Gross Collection ₹ 47.3 Cr ## Baby John Budget: ₹ - Cr * Approx ## Baby John Verdict: Coming Soon ## Baby John Screen count ## India: - * expected ## Overseas: - * expected ## Worldwide total: - ## Release Date: 25th December 2024 ## For more and the latest news about Bollywood Box Office Collection, Stay tuned to us.

Bollywood

342 days ago

9457 views

Varun Dhawan's 'Baby John' Censor Certificate And Official Theatrical Runtime Revealed

Mumbai, December 16 - The next big Bollywood release is Varun Dhawan-fronted action thriller Baby John which is scheduled to hit the big screens on December 25, on the occasion of Christmas. Directed by Kalees, the film carries a decent buzz and should take a good start at the box office. ## Meanwhile, ahead of the film's release, the makers have completed censorship formatlies. It is learned that Baby John has been certified with 'U/A' for 16+ by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) with an approved theatrical runtime of 2 hours and 44 minutes (164 minutes). ## The movie is certified for people above 16 years of age due to some violent scenes. It is the second age-restricted movie of Varun Dhawan after Badlapur which was rated A by CBFC. In terms of runtime, Baby John is the second longest film of the actor after Kalank which was 165 minutes long. ## The official plot summary of the film tells, "Satya, a former police officer living a peaceful life with his daughter Khushi, is forced to confront his past when they stumble upon a dangerous sex- trafficking gang led by the ruthless Nanaji. Driven by vengeance for the loss of his family six years ago, Satya reverts to his old ways, determined to dismantle Nanaji's criminal empire".## Baby John is produced by Atlee under the banner of A for Apple Productions in association with Jio Studios and Cine1 Studios. It also stars Keerthy Suresh and Wamiqa Gabbi as the female leads alongside Jackie Shroff as the antagonist and superstar Salman Khan in a cameo role. ## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

347 days ago

7454 views

Varun Dhawan's 'Baby John' Trailer Scores 79+ Million Views In The First 24 Hours

Mumbai, December 11 - Varun Dhawan's anticipated action thriller Baby John is hitting the big screen in two weeks on December 25, on the occasion of Christmas. The trailer of the film was launched on launched on December 9 and it received a fantastic response. ## The 3-minute-plus long action-packed trailer scored a huge 79+ million views across social media platforms in the first 24 hours. On YouTube alone, the trailer generated 52+ million real-time views, making it the most-watched Hindi trailer of the year on the first full day. ## It has beaten the viewership of Ajay Devgn's Singham Again which also scored around 52 million on YouTube in the first 24 hours. Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2 - The Rule trailer is the third most watched Hindi trailer of the year with 49.4 million, followed by Kartik Aaryan's Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 at number 4 with 46 million views.## Baby John is the adaptation of Thalapathy Vijay's Tamil blockbuster Theri (2016) which was directed by Atlee. The Hindi movie is directed by Tamil director Kalees and is produced by Atlee under the banner of A for Apple Productions in association with Jio Studios and Cine1 Studios.## Varun Dhawan plays the titular role alongside Keerthy Suresh (in her first Hindi film), Wamiqa Gabbi, Zara Zyanna and Jackie Shroff in prominent roles while superstar Salman Khan plays a blockbuster cameo in the movie. ## ## Stay tuned...