Sunday, June 28
Thalapathy Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' is undergoing censor modifications, with recommendations to tone down excessive blood in fight scenes and mute certain dialogues. The team is working to incorporate these changes swiftly to meet the January 9 release date. A New Year's Eve trailer launch is also planned to build anticipation for the Pongal release.
Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday's rom-com, 'Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri', experienced a slight dip on its first Sunday, earning Rs 5.37 crore. Despite facing competition, the film's extended weekend collection reached an estimated Rs 23.87 crore net domestically. Globally, it's projected between Rs 26-28 crore. The movie lagged behind other major releases this weekend.
Acclaimed director Karan Johar couldn't contain his excitement for the latest film 'Dhurandhar', calling it 'remarkable' and particularly lauding its innovative direction and haunting background score. His enthusiastic remarks came during an event where fellow critic Anupama Chopra referred to the film as a 'challenging experience'.
Parasakthi's release date shifted to January 10. Producer Aakash Basakaran explains theatre owners requested the change. This allows better screen management for both Parasakthi and Jana Nayagan. The move aims to avoid one film dominating screens. Basakaran dismisses clash narratives, calling it a healthy box office scenario for cine-goers this Pongal.
French icon Brigitte Bardot, a 1960s sex symbol turned fierce animal rights advocate, has passed away at 91. Celebrated for her groundbreaking film roles and later for her passionate activism against animal cruelty, Bardot's life was marked by both international stardom and controversial political stances. Her legacy as a cultural force and dedicated campaigner endures.
Bollywood's beloved couple Yami Gautam and Aditya Dhar shine bright. Yami loved Aditya's 'Dhurandhar' script, wishing she were a boy for the role, but he stressed separating personal and professional lives. She respects his choices fully. The Ranveer Singh starrer thanks her in credits and tops box office with ₹11B worldwide.
Hollywood's holiday season saw "Avatar: Fire and Ash" dominate, while Timothée Chalamet's "Marty Supreme" proved a surprise indie hit. Despite a turbulent year for the industry, strong ticket sales offered a hopeful end. PG-rated films led the charge, with "Zootopia 2" a standout performer, hinting at a potential rebound in 2026.
New Year's Eve and Day bring exciting OTT releases. Stranger Things Season 5 Finale arrives on January 1, 2026. Malayalam thriller Eko debuts on December 31, 2025. Telugu romantic action drama Mowgli 2025 also streams on January 1, 2026. These releases promise to keep audiences entertained throughout the holiday.
Nandamuri Balakrishna's 'Akhanda 2' is reportedly heading to Netflix on January 9, 2026, following its theatrical run. The fantasy action drama, directed by Boyapati Srinu, sees Balakrishna reprise his iconic role, with Aadhi Pinisetty joining as the antagonist. This OTT release is expected to boost interest in the popular franchise, with 'Jai Akhanda' already announced as the next installment.
Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar' continues its box office dominance, shattering records even in its fourth weekend. The film garnered an impressive Rs 57.75 crore over the weekend, pushing its total net collection to an estimated Rs 690.50 crore. 'Dhurandhar' has now secured the highest fourth-week collection for any Hindi film, surpassing 'Pushpa: The Rule - Part 2'.
