Wednesday, March 18
'Chatha Pacha: The Ring of Rowdies' has garnered approximately Rs 12.62 crore in its initial six days, showing a strong opening despite a typical weekday dip. Mammootty's impactful cameo as Walter, a childhood hero returning with an older Kochi slang, is a significant highlight, adding surprise and depth to the narrative.
Sivakarthikeyan's latest film, 'Parasakthi,' is experiencing a significant box office slowdown, collecting a mere Rs 3 lakhs on its 18th day. Despite a worldwide gross of Rs 84.53 crore, the film's theatrical run is nearing its end with declining collections. The movie features a strong cast including Atharvaa and is directed by Sudha Kongara.
Varun Dhawan's performance in the blockbuster 'Border 2' is earning praise, including from filmmaker Shashank Khaitan, who lauded his sincerity despite earlier criticism of his "tedhi smile." The war drama, a spiritual sequel to the 1997 film, has already surpassed ₹200 crore at the Indian box office within five days of its January 23, 2026 release.
A behind-the-scenes clip from 'Border 2' shows Ahan Shetty filming a Navy sequence in a swimming pool, drawing mixed reactions online. While some fans praised his acting, others mocked the setup. Directed by Anurag Singh, 'Border 2' stars Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty.
Playback singer Arijit Singh has announced his departure from playback singing, a move lauded by fellow artist Abhijeet Ghoshal as a courageous evolution. Ghoshal believes this decision will allow Singh to pursue his passion for classical and contemporary music, a path made possible by the rise of independent music.
'Border 2' experienced a significant box office dip on its first Tuesday, collecting approximately Rs 19.5 crore after a massive Republic Day haul. Despite a strong opening and an impressive Rs 59 crore on Monday, the film's occupancy dropped considerably. However, with a current net collection of Rs 196.50 crore and a worldwide total of Rs 270.
A new teaser for Daredevil Born Again Season 2 has arrived. It shows intense street fights and moral dilemmas in Hell's Kitchen. Wilson Fisk is now Mayor and hunts Daredevil. Matt Murdock fights back from the shadows. The season features survival and takedowns. Key cast members return. The show launches March 24 on Disney+. It promises an all-out war.
Prabhas's 'The Raja Saab' is experiencing a significant box office slowdown, with day 19 collections dipping to just Rs 34 lakhs in India. Despite a Rs 206.36 crore worldwide gross, the film's performance, especially in Hindi and Malayalam, falls short of expectations. The horror-comedy's narrative struggles to balance its visual spectacle with engaging storytelling, leading to a lukewarm reception.
Shruti Haasan's first look from Dulquer Salmaan's upcoming film 'Aakasamlo Oka Tara' has been revealed. She plays a scientific teacher. The movie is a feel-good drama set in rural India. It features Satvika Veeravalli in the lead. The film is slated for a Summer 2026 release. It will be a multi-lingual pan-Indian project.
Bruce Lee, not just a martial arts maestro but a cinematic pioneer, transformed the film industry with his unique philosophy. His 'be like water' mantra teaches us the essence of flexibility and resilience, resonating with audiences across the globe.
