Welcome To The Jungle to have one of the WIDEST releases; distributor demands ALL shows in single screens, 3 shows per screen in 6+ screen multiplexes

June is set to end with a funny movie called "Welcome To The Jungle." This film is one of the biggest in Hindi cinema with a lot of famous actors, so people are really excited about it.To make sure it's a big hit, the company that is releasing it, Star Studio18, has planned a very wide release.

They want all the showtimes in single-screen cinemas.

In two-screen places, they want 7 or 8 showtimes, and in three-screen places, they need 9 or 10.For four-screen multiplexes, they want 11 or 12 showtimes, and in five-screen plexes, that's 13 or 14.For six-screen multiplexes, they need 15 or 16 showtimes.And in multiplexes with more than six screens, they want three shows per screen.

According to a source, the movie is meant for the big screen because it has a lot of humor and a big cast.

That's why the studio wants a wide release to make sure it starts strongly.

Now, there might be some issues because of the high number of showtimes, especially since other movies are also coming out.

For example, "Cocktail 2" is still doing well, and "Main Vaapas Aaunga" is not slowing down.Some Gujarati and Marathi movies are also doing well.Plus, Hollywood movie "Supergirl" and the new Punjabi film "Carry On Jatta 4" are coming out this Friday.All these movies will need enough showtimes, so it's still to be seen how things go in the next few days.

"Welcome To The Jungle" stars Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Disha Patani, Jacqueline Fernandez, Arshad Warsi, Jackie Shroff, Paresh Rawal, Raveena Tandon, Lara Dutta, Farida Jalal, Johny Lever, Shreyas Talpade, Tusshar Kapoor, Rajpal Yadav, Krushna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda, Daler Mehndi, Aftab Shivdasani, Mukesh Tiwari, Yashpal Sharma, Kiran Kumar, Zakir Hussain, Vindu Dara Singh, Urvashi Rautela, Hemant Pandey, Brijendra Kala, Feroze Khan (Arjun), Late Pankaj Dheer Ji, Puneet Issar, Sudesh Berry, Jeetu Verma, Vrihi Kodvara, Adityaa Singgh and Bhagya Bhanushali.

After Raj and DK, Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra to direct Salman Khan in a period film for Farhan Akhtar

Earlier in the week, there were news stories saying that Salman Khan is working with Excel Entertainment for the first time on a big-budget historical drama.And it seems those reports are real.According to very trustworthy sources, Salman Khan is in serious talks with Excel Entertainment for a historical film that will be directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, who has won national awards.

A source told , "Salman Khan is interested in big projects and thinks that the Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra film will do justice to his big star image.

He has read the script and was really impressed with his character.He will be playing one of the most famous characters from Indian history and will have to completely change his body shape."

The same source added that Salman hasn't signed the contract yet, and talks are going on with Excel Entertainment, especially about the shooting schedule and pay.

"If everything goes smoothly, Salman will start shooting for the film in summer 2027, right after wrapping up his superhero comedy with Raj and DK," the source.

More details about the project will be shared by the end of this year, as Salman is taking his time to make a smart decision.

But right now, he's excited to take on this challenging role of a warrior from Indian history.

Imtiaz Ali REACTS to theatres adding Main Vaapas Aaunga shows amid rising demand, watch

 Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali thanked the people who helped show his new movie, Main Vaapas Aaunga, in theaters.The film started with only moderate numbers at the box office but has been doing better over time with more people watching it.The movie features actors like Sharvari, Vedang Raina, Diljit Dosanjh, and Naseeruddin Shah.It was released on June 12, 2026.

Even though it didn’t start with a huge opening, the film has been getting good reviews from audiences, which has led to more screenings in different parts of the country.

In a video message, Imtiaz Ali expressed his thanks to the people who help run the theaters and distribute the movie.

He said, “I want to thank you for your strong support, which has helped us grow the film’s reach and success.” 

He also shared feedback from various theater owners and chains.

PVR INOX CEO Gautam Dutta said the film has been growing steadily each day, showing real and lasting interest from the audience.Imtiaz also mentioned that PVR INOX added more showtimes, including one at 6:50 AM in Bengaluru, which was almost full.He said he has been visiting theaters and people are telling him they want more showtimes.

Cinepolis India Managing Director Devang Sampath praised the film, saying it has strong word of mouth and is doing well at the box office.

According to Imtiaz, Cinepolis added 30% more showings between Friday and Saturday because of the rising demand and better crowd numbers.

Positive reports came from different regions like West Bengal, Central India, Hyderabad, and Delhi-UP.

West Bengal distributor Shatadeep Saha said the film had a big turnaround in earnings, leading to more showings.In Hyderabad, Allu Cineplex, owned by Allu Arjun, added more showtimes from 7 to 13 in a week due to high attendance.

Imtiaz also got positive feedback from exhibitors in Delhi and Uttar Pradesh, who added more screenings after the first week because of the audience’s appreciation.

Imtiaz concluded by thanking the exhibitors and distributors for helping the film reach more people.

“It’s because of your support that more and more people are able to watch the film,” he said.

As Main Vaapas Aaunga continues in theaters, its performance shows how much audience support can help a movie do well even after its first weekend.

Cocktail 2 Day 2 Box Office Estimate: Shahid Kapoor, and Kriti Sanon starrer shows a 25 per cent jump; collects Rs. 16.50 crore

Cocktail 2, starring Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna, saw a good increase in earnings on the second day.It made around Rs.13.10 crores on Friday and collected between Rs.16.50 crore to Rs.17.00 crore on the second day.So, the total collection for the first two days is about Rs.30 crore.

Cocktail 2 is doing well in urban areas, but it's not doing as well in the mass markets.

Most of the income comes from national multiplex chains like PVRInox and Cinepolis, which contributed 62 percent.The smaller chains contributed only 38 percent.

The movie is hoping to make around Rs.

50 crore in its opening weekend.How it does on weekdays will determine if it reaches that target.It's a costly film, and to be considered successful, it needs to earn at least Rs.125 crore in India.

So far, the reports from urban markets are positive, and there's hope that these areas will help the film reach its goals.

Cocktail 2 Box Office: Rashmika Mandanna scores her sixth-biggest opener ever as film collects Rs. 13.10 crore on Day 1

Rashmika Mandanna is continuing her strong performance at the box office.She has become one of the most popular actresses in Indian cinema in recent years, and with her latest film, Cocktail 2, she has added another successful entry to her filmography.The romantic movie, starring Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon, made a solid start with a first-day collection of Rs.13.10 crore, which is her sixth-highest opening day gross ever.

This achievement is impressive, especially considering her strong record in the past few years.

Her biggest opening was for Pushpa 2: The Rule, which made a massive Rs.72 crore on its first day.That was followed by Animal, which opened at Rs.63.80 crore, making her one of the most in-demand actresses in the industry.

Earlier this year, Rashmika had success with Chhaava, which opened at Rs.

33.10 crore, and Sikandar, which started with Rs.27.50 crore.Her horror-comedy Thamma also had a strong start with Rs.23.11 crore.While Cocktail 2 doesn’t match the huge numbers of those earlier films, its Rs.13.10 crore opening still places it among her best performances.

Cocktail 2 has done better than several other films she has been in.

Compared to Pushpa: The Rise – Part 1, which opened at Rs.3.33 crore, Cocktail 2 made Rs.9.77 crore more, almost four times the opening-day figure of that film.It also outperformed Goodbye, which made only Rs.0.93 crore, earning over fourteen times as much.When compared to Varisu, which collected Rs.0.80 crore in Hindi markets, Cocktail 2 made Rs.12.30 crore more.It also surpassed Kuberaa, which opened at Rs.0.20 crore, with over sixty-five times the collection.

For Rashmika, this success is another example of her growing popularity with Hindi cinema audiences.

In recent years, she has successfully moved from being a well-known South Indian actress to a big name across the country.Her films like Animal, Pushpa 2: The Rule, Chhaava and now Cocktail 2 show her ability to attract audiences of all kinds.

Industry experts think the film’s opening was driven by several factors, including the popularity of the Cocktail franchise, the chemistry between Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika, and effective marketing through music and promotions.

The film’s strong start also shows that audiences still enjoy well-promoted romantic movies, even in a competitive environment.

As the weekend continues, everyone will be watching to see if Cocktail 2 can build on this strong start and become another big success for Rashmika.

For now, she can be proud of another milestone as the film becomes her sixth-highest-grossing opening, further showing her strong box office record.

Rashmika Mandanna's Top 10 Highest Opening Day Grossers

Pushpa 2: The Rule – Rs.

72 crore  

Animal – Rs.

63.80 crore  

Chhaava – Rs.

33.10 crore  

Sikandar – Rs.

27.50 crore  

Thamma – Rs.

23.11 crore  

Cocktail 2 – Rs.

13.10 crore  

Pushpa: The Rise – Part 1 – Rs.

3.33 crore  

Goodbye – Rs.

0.93 crore  

Varisu – Rs.

0.80 crore  

Kuberaa – Rs.

0.20 crore

Bobby Deol BREAKS SILENCE on Sunny Deol’s paparazzi outburst during Dharmendra’s health crisis: “People just want a video and put it on Instagram”

Bobby Deol has spoken openly about how hard it has been for his family after losing his father, the veteran actor Dharmendra.

In a recent Zoom interview, he shared how the family is dealing with the loss and how he still feels close to his father’s presence and guidance.

“Life is like that — things keep happening, and you are never really prepared for them.

So, it has been tough, but I still feel very positive.I can feel his energy, his warmth.Losing a parent is always tough for anyone.Anyone who has lost a parent has to deal with it, and there is no fixed way of dealing with it.You just have to find your own way,” Bobby said.

“He is everywhere with me”  

The actor also said that he gets strength from his father’s memory and believes that Dharmendra’s presence remains an important source of motivation in his life.

“But I feel my father is everywhere with me, around me, within me.

Even right now, he is here, watching me, and he is very proud.I think it is his energy that is making me want to work hard,” he added.

Bobby Deol on Sunny Deol's reaction to paparazzi  

During the conversation, Bobby also talked about an incident involving his brother Sunny Deol, who had drawn attention after getting upset with photographers during a difficult time for the family.

Before his passing, Dharmendra had been dealing with health issues and had received medical treatment.The intense media focus on the family’s private moments became a topic of discussion at the time.

Reflecting on the issue, Bobby said the problem isn’t just for celebrities, but it also affects many families going through personal challenges.

He shared his thoughts on how people are increasingly recording and sharing sensitive moments online, and he urged everyone to be more aware of others’ emotional struggles.

"Not everyone is to be blamed for it.

I don’t want to think about that moment every time when I think about that moment… I don’t know what I will do.I don’t want to indulge talking about this because it is not just happening to my family, it is happening to so many people out there."  

He continued, "Just because my family is a famous family, people notice these things.

But in any normal town, anywhere, when something goes wrong, people just want a video and put it on Instagram.They don’t see the pain that the person or the family is going through.I think people need to realise that.Once they do, they may stop getting carried away with reels and things like that."  

On the work front, Bobby Deol was recently seen in Anurag Kashyap’s Bandar.

He is now preparing for the release of Alpha, a Yash Raj Films production that stars Alia Bhatt and Sharvari in lead roles.The film is part of the studio’s expanding Spy Universe and is scheduled to release on July 3.

Cocktail 2 Box Office

Cocktail 2 Box Office

INDIA BOX OFFICE COLLECTION

Schedule Amount

Opening Day 13.57 cr.

Lifetime Collection 13.57 cr.

DAY WISE BOX OFFICE COLLECTION

Day Date Amount %±

Day 1 19-Jun-2026 (Fri) ₹13.57 cr. 

OVERSEAS BOX OFFICE COLLECTION

Schedule Amount (in mil. USD)

Total Overseas Gross 0.30

WORLDWIDE GROSS BOX OFFICE COLLECTION

Schedule Amount

India box office Nett cr. 13.57 cr.

India box office Gross cr. 16.15 cr.

Overseas Gross cr. 2.83 cr.

Worldwide collections Gross cr. 18.98 cr.