Box Office Predictions: Dhurandhar The Revenge set to open around Rs. 35 crores on Wednesday evening paid previews

More than 100 days after the release of Dhurandhar, finally there is a movie coming that is expected to have a great opening at the box office. That movie is the second part of the series, Dhurandhar - The Revenge. This shows how there has been a long gap with films that have opened reasonably well at the box office, except for Border 2, none has managed to start with even a decent opening.

There has been a lot of positive buzz around this Aditya Dhar blockbuster series, and that can be seen from the fact that even though a few days are still left before the film arrives, advance bookings have been very fast.

 So much so that theaters are now facing full capacity issues, and even those in remote areas outside the main cities are making plans for the 5 PM showing on Wednesday evening.

As of now, a start of Rs. 35 crores is already set for the Ranveer Singh starrer action drama.

 By the time the film opens, over 5 lakh tickets are already expected to be sold. This is a very rare pre-release number, and we are talking about just the 5 PM to 11:55 PM window, as films usually start their first showing around 9 AM. Dhurandhar - The Revenge is a 4-hour film and even night shows are fully booked. A total of Rs. 40 crores is also a possibility for this film, and any remaining seats that are still available will depend on last-minute bookings.

Veteran actress Madhu Malhotra, known for ‘Lambi Judaai’ from Hero, dies at 72

Veteran Hindi film actor Madhu Malhotra died on March 13 at the age of 72. She was known for her work in many famous movies from the late 1970s and 1980s. Her filmography includes roles in popular Hindi films like Satte Pe Satta, Karz, Hero, Vishwanath, Rishta Kagaz Ka, and Qayamat.

 The song, originally performed by famous folk singer Reshma, became one of the most popular tracks from the film.

Although she may not have always been in the public eye, Malhotra was a regular face in many films of that time.

 Her work in several mainstream movies and her contribution to one of Hindi cinema's beloved songs helped keep her in the memory of moviegoers from that era.

Red Lorry Film Festival 2026: Ram Gopal Varma’s SHOCKING confession at Bhoot screening: “Even after 24 years, the flat where we shot is still VACANT; NOBODY wants to stay in that apartment”

After talking to the audience about his film *Shiva* (1990) on the first day of the Red Lorry Film Festival 2026, Ram Gopal Varma also took part in the second day of the festival. He met fans after the screening of his popular horror movie *Bhoot* (2003) and shared some interesting facts.

He said, "I’ve been a huge fan of *The Exorcist* (1973) since I was a teenager.

 After watching it, I couldn’t sleep properly. I wasn’t myself for a month. I used to be scared of everyone, even my family!"  

He added, "When I was making *Bhoot*, the original idea was to set it in a haveli, but it was the most clichéd thing at that time.

 One of the assistants said, 'The haveli is done to death and is the most obvious choice for a horror film. Why don’t we set it in Goa by the sea?' I thought, 'Why go to an exotic place? Why not set it in Lokhandwala?' (smiles). I think horror works best when people in the theater feel, 'This could happen to me at home.' The more relatable it is, the more real it feels."  

He continued, "Once I decided to set the film in the city, I dropped the idea of a bungalow and chose an apartment because it would be most familiar to people.

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When asked how long it took to shoot *Bhoot*, RGV said, "I completed the film in just 30 days because I shot most of it in one apartment.

 Here’s an interesting fact: The film was shot in 2002. It’s been over 20 years, and even today, that flat is still vacant! It became quite famous after the film was released, and nobody wants to stay in that apartment. It’s in the Lokhandwala Complex. I can’t remember the name of the building."

Kiran Shantaram backs Siddhant Chaturvedi for V Shantaram biopic; hopes for November 18, 2026 release

A big moment happened recently that showed how much people care about old movies. At a public event, Kiran Shantaram, a well-known person in the film world, talked about a new movie about the famous director V. Shantaram. He was giving an award to actor Siddhant Chaturvedi at the same time.

During the event, Kiran Shantaram told the crowd that the movie is being made to honor his father's big contributions to Indian cinema.

 He said it's very special because it's happening on the 125th birthday of V. Shantaram, who was one of the first people to really change how Indian movies were made, from silent films to movies with sound and color.

He explained that the movie is meant to celebrate V. Shantaram's life and work, and the team wants to release it on November 18, 2026, which is a big milestone.

Kiran also said he believes in Siddhant Chaturvedi, who will play V. Shantaram in the movie.

 The actor has been picked to show the famed director's life and how he changed Indian cinema.

The film will tell the story of a very important director who made movies like Do Aankhen Barah Haath, Navrang, and Jhanak Jhanak Payal Baaje.

 These movies had important messages and were full of creative ideas, leaving a big mark on how stories are told in India.

For Siddhant Chaturvedi, playing V. Shantaram is a huge role in his career.

 He first became famous with his role in Gully Boy and has always admired V. Shantaram's bravery and creativity.

The movie is meant to teach people about V. Shantaram's story and his belief that movies could be a way to bring about social change.

The movie is being made by people from the Shantaram family and others in the industry.

 It will be both a tribute to V. Shantaram and an important moment in Indian culture, celebrating one of the country's most influential filmmakers.

Rajkummar Rao and Keerthy Suresh headline Amazon MGM Studios’ Raftaar, releasing in theaters on July 24, 2026

 Amazon MGM Studios has shared that their movie Raftaar will be shown in theaters on July 24, 2026. The film is directed by Aditya Nimbalkar and made by Patralekhaa through Kampa Film. It is also being handled by Tarun Bali as an executive producer. The story and screenplay are written by Rohan Narula. The main actors in the movie are Rajkummar Rao and Keerthy Suresh. The film also has a group of talented actors including Anurag Thakur, Rohan Verma, Tanya Maniktala, and Rajat Kapoor who play important roles.

Raftaar takes place in a world where ambition leads to big successes, but also brings big costs.

 The story centers around a growing start-up and the intense relationship between a determined man and a highly driven woman. As money, power, and greed take over, their desire to win starts to conflict with their feelings for each other. The climb to success is exciting, but after falling, the question is simple: can they find a way back to the top, or is this the end?

Raftaar, an Amazon MGM Studios movie, will be shown in theaters on July 24, 2026.

Subedaar tops charts in 31 countries on Prime Video; clocks record viewership across 91% of India’s pin codes

Amazon Prime Video has announced that its latest Hindi Original film, Subedaar, has become the most-watched Indian Original movie on the platform during its opening weekend. The action drama premiered globally on March 5 and quickly gained traction with audiences, trending in the platform's Top 10 across 31 countries.

Starring Anil Kapoor and Radhikka Madan, the film has drawn significant viewership in India as well.

 According to Prime Video, Subedaar recorded audiences across 91 percent of the country's pin codes during its launch window, indicating wide reach across both urban and smaller markets.

The film's performance reflects the continued global interest in Indian stories that combine emotional narratives with large-scale action.

 Prime Video noted that the response to Subedaar reinforces the growing appetite for rooted Indian storytelling that resonates both domestically and internationally.

Commenting on the milestone, Nikhil Madhok, Director and Head of Originals at Prime Video India, said, "The film's emotional narrative and portrayal of a soldier confronting his toughest battles beyond the battlefield have struck a chord.

 Anil Kapoor delivers an acting masterclass, while Suresh Triveni's solid direction and great performances from the ensemble cast have resulted in love and appreciation from customers across the world."

Directed by Suresh Triveni, Subedaar is produced by Vikram Malhotra, Anil Kapoor, and Suresh Triveni under Opening Image Films in association with Anil Kapoor Film & Communication Network.

 The screenplay is written by Suresh Triveni and Prajwal Chandrashekar, with dialogues by Suresh Triveni, Saurabh Dwivedi, and Prajwal Chandrashekar.

The film also features an ensemble cast including Mona Singh, Saurabh Shukla, Aditya Rawal, Faisal Malik, and Khushboo Sundar in key roles.

Subedaar follows Subedaar Arjun Maurya, a retired soldier who struggles to adjust to civilian life after years of service.

 As he navigates a world shaped by crime and corruption, the story also focuses on his deeply emotional relationship with his daughter, forming the emotional core of the narrative.

The film began streaming exclusively on Prime Video on March 5 in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu across India and in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.

Khosla Ka Ghosla 2 release date announced; sequel arrives in cinemas on August 28, 2026

The team behind Khosla Ka Ghosla 2 has finally shared the movie's date for showing in theatres. The follow-up to the popular comedy Khosla Ka Ghosla will be in cinemas on August 28, 2026. The news came with the release of the film's poster, showing the next part of this well-loved series almost twenty years after the first one became a fan favorite.

Khosla Ka Ghosla 2 is directed by Prashant Bhagia and made by Bhushan Kumar and Krishan Kumar through T-Series along with Tandav Films.

 The film is also produced by Savita Raj Hiremath and Raj Hiremath.

Though the story details are not yet known, the main actors from the first movie are returning to play their roles again, bringing back the characters that made the original so special.

 Ravi Kishan has also joined the cast for a key part.

The film was first announced this year in January.

 On January 3, 2026, veteran actor Anupam Kher started working on it, which is his 550th movie. He shared this milestone with his fans on social media and talked about his journey in the Indian film industry.

In an online post, Kher remembered a conversation with a filmmaker from overseas at the Cannes Film Festival.

 The filmmaker had once called him the "Marathon Man of Indian Cinema" because of the number of movies he had worked in. As he began filming Khosla Ka Ghosla 2 in Delhi, Kher wrote, “So today as I start my 550th film #KhoslaKaGhosla2 my heart is filled with GRATITUDE and THANKFULNESS!”

The first Khosla Ka Ghosla was loved for its funny take on the dreams of middle-class people, family life, and the messy problems of buying and selling property in big cities.

 Over time, the movie has gained a big fan group, with people still enjoying its humor and easy-to-relate stories.