Devraj Sanyal

Chairman & CEO, Universal Music Group, & UMPG, India & SVP Strategy, Africa, Asia & Middle East ( AMEA) All tweets R personal

[Devraj Sanyal @DevrajSanyal]

What a moment at @coachella when @billieeilish stepped on stage with @justinbieber. Pure emotion, no artifice, just truth. A reminder of something the industry often forgets.
And that set… stripped down, exposed, undeniable. For all the noise, he is still one of the greats.

[Lloyd Mathias @LloydMathias]

Successful people understand that asking for help is not a weakness; it’s a form of intelligence - a recognition that collectivism often delivers better results. A simple yet profound argument by Angela Duckworth in the NYT challenging the popular myth of self-made success.

[Dragon gadi fan🐯🐉 Luger @KA_TarakFan]

@taran_adarsh Munna Bhai right now

[Hrishikesh Kannan @HrishiKay]

Apart from being a genuinely nice bloke ❤️& a superb actor 🎭 @alifazal9 fundamentally has a heart that beats beautifully for the art of motion pictures🎞️🍿🎬📽️ this video explains why #Mirzapur went from an OTT franchise to a full-blown big-screen event with a 25cr opening 🙌 congratulations @excelmovies @PrimeVideoIN @AMZMGMstudiosIN #Ali @gurmmeet @PuneetKrishna @FarOutAkhtar @ritesh_sid @UMusicIndia @DevrajSanyal @skywalkersb @excelmusicrec @divyenndu @RasikaDugal @ShriyaP @battatawada if you like this video clip please do click here and watch my full interview with the #Mirzapurthemovie cast 🤩
https://t.co/pDE1nQs3Tm
@RichaChadha

[taran adarsh @taran_adarsh]

'MIRZAPUR THE MOVIE' IS SENSATIONAL ON DAY 1 – MASSIVE WEEKEND LOADING... #MirzapurTheMovie pulls off a BIG SURPRISE as it records a fabulous opening day... The film has emerged as the FOURTH-BIGGEST OPENER OF 2026 – after #Dhurandhar2, #Toxic, and #Border2.

#MirzapurTheMovie has posted superb numbers across the mass circuits and heartland, with the #Janmashtami festivities providing an extra boost to its power-packed performance.

The recent past has once again proved that boxoffice can be highly unpredictable – the week-wise growth of #HanumanAnsh, the superb start of #Awarapan2, and now the smashing opening of #MirzapurTheMovie are shining examples.

#MirzapurTheMovie has even overtaken the *Day 1* business of several prominent #Hindi films – #Awarapan2, #BhoothBangla, #WTTJ, #Dhamaal4, #Cocktail2, and #Alpha.

The phenomenal response is a clear reflection of the tremendous popularity of the #Mirzapur franchise, with its loyal fan base turning up in full strength.

All eyes on the Saturday-Sunday trend.

⭐ #MirzapurTheMovie [Week 1] Fri ₹ 27.85 cr.
Note: #Hindi version.
Official Nett BOC | #India biz | #Boxoffice

⭐ #MirzapurTheMovie [Week 1] Fri ₹ 26 lacs.
Note: #Telugu version.

[Vedam Records @Vedamrecords]

Nothing to buy. Just breathe.
#SlowLiving #MindfulMoment #Vedam @DevrajSanyal @yogionlove

[Vedam Records @Vedamrecords]

You’ve found the calm side of the internet.
#CalmVibes #TakeABreath #Vedam @DevrajSanyal @yogionlove

[Vedam Records @Vedamrecords]

A tiny vacation, right here. #MiniEscape #MindfulMoments #Vedam @DevrajSanyal @yogionlove

[Vedam Records @Vedamrecords]

The sky showed off a little today.
#SkyLovers #NatureTherapy #Vedam @DevrajSanyal @yogionlove

[taran adarsh @taran_adarsh]

#OneWordReview...
#MirzapurTheMovie: WINNER.
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐
PEAK MASS ENTERTAINER... The iconic web series gets a big-screen upgrade – and the result is a roaring, ruthless, razor-sharp entertainer that works big time... SURE-SHOT HIT. #MirzapurTheMovieReview

This is IMPORTANT... #MirzapurTheMovie doesn't feel like a stretched-out episode of the series... IT FEELS LIKE A FILM – larger, louder, and far more cinematic, while retaining the raw flavour, attitude, and spirit that made the web series a phenomenon.

The biggest strength is the writing [Puneet Krishna] – sharp, crisp, and loaded with punchlines... Power struggles, revenge, betrayal, and emotions are woven together smartly, ensuring the narrative never loses its grip.

Every confrontation crackles with tension, every exchange carries attitude, and several dialogues are certain to find their way into conversations outside the cinema hall.

Director Gurmmeet Singh handles the material with confidence, striking the right balance between drama, action, humour, and emotion without diluting the core DNA of #Mirzapur.

Action has always been integral to the #Mirzapur universe and the action here is raw, brutal, and massy... The big-screen treatment adds scale, intensity, and impact, with several whistle-worthy moments.

There's not much scope for music here, and the few songs – including #SansonKiMala – are seamlessly woven into the narrative... The background score, however, is BEYOND OUTSTANDING – it not only elevates the impact of key moments, but takes the overall cinematic experience several notches higher.

Negatives? Yes, the film dips towards the beginning of the second half... But, thankfully, the entire pre-climax-to-climax stretch, shot against the breathtaking sand dunes of #Jaisalmer, leaves you completely awestruck.

The second half also feels slightly stretched and could've certainly benefitted from some trimming... That said, the ending between #GudduPandit [#AliFazal] and #MunnaTripathi [#Divyenndu] is hilarious – while also dropping a clear hint that the next chapter in the #Mirzapur universe is already on the cards.

The actors bring the swagger, menace, vulnerability and intensity that the #Mirzapur universe demands.

The film boasts a massive ensemble cast, and every performer leaves you thoroughly impressed with their impeccable work... #PankajTripathi [exceptional], #RaviKishan [outstanding], #AliFazal [fantastic], #Divyenndu [excellent], #JitendraKumar [superb], #AbhishekBanerjee [too good], #MohitMalik [first-rate], #RajeshTailang [wonderful], #PramodPathak [super], and #SushantSingh [flawless] – every actor gets his moments and leaves a lasting impression.

#RasikaDugal has an interesting part – and there's a twist – and she shines... #SonalChauhan does well, #SheebaChaddha is pitch-perfect as always, while #ShriyaPilgaonkar is competent.

Final word? Razor-sharp writing, killer dialogues, superb performances, high-voltage drama, and explosive action make this a treat for #Mirzapur fans – and a thoroughly engaging, crowd-pleasing ride even for those who haven't watched the series.

[Devraj Sanyal @DevrajSanyal]

19/20 for me… only the blockbuster was nada… but in India I did rent from my Local guy a bajillion times so probably 20/20

[D Prasanth Nair @DPrasanthNair]

What’s your score?
18/20 for me !

[exchange4media group @e4mtweets]

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[Farhan Akhtar @FarOutAkhtar]

Can’t believe it’s been 25 years.. Akash, Sameer and Sid don’t look like they’ve aged a day!!!!

Heart filled with gratitude to you, the audience, for keeping it alive and still relevant. Big hug. ♥️♥️

#AamirKhan #SaifAliKhan #AkshayeKhanna @realpreityzinta @sonalikulkarni #DimpleKapadia @ritesh_sid @Javedakhtarjadu @Shankar_Live #ZoyaAkhtar @Kagtireema @TheFarahKhan @ShankarEhsanLoy @bbluntindia @dop007 @J10kassim @vishalrr @excelmovies @TSeries

[Devraj Sanyal @DevrajSanyal]

25 years ago, #DCH changed the way I saw cinema & heard film music. I have watched it countless times since. Today, as our journeys come together with @excelmovies , it feels deeply personal. Great storytelling never ages. Here’s to 25 years, and to everything still to come.

[Devraj Sanyal @DevrajSanyal]

@patsuthan @googlegupta Atleast 20 people have hit me up on DM saying they’ve faced similar issues but no one said anything. I’m like how’s everyone ok with a shoddy fix up job from one of the most iconic luggage brands of all time @RIMOWA who is owned by the legendary @LVMH

[Prathap Suthan @patsuthan]

@googlegupta Reminds me of your story. Similar.

[Devraj Sanyal @DevrajSanyal]

I’m told by @RIMOWA here that there no longer replace damaged luggage. They “repair” it. If the attached "after" pic is what passes for luxury craftsmanship today, perhaps the definition lux standards hv drastically changed @ethoswatches as India custodians how're you ok wt ths

[Vedam Records @Vedamrecords]

“Devi Within” is about the steady force within us that holds everything together, especially when life asks the most from us.

Subtle. Grounded. Unshaken.

Featuring percussion by @JehangirJ.

Out now.
From Awakening: The Stillness Within. @chadlawson @DevrajSanyal

[Piyush Goyal @PiyushGoyal]

"This is the leadership that India needs for generations to come."

#LongestServingElectedPMModi

[Universal Music India @UMusicIndia]

One sip of this Cocktail and everything starts feeling dreamy. 🍸✨

#Vallah out now.

#Cocktail2 in cinemas on 19th June

[Devraj Sanyal @DevrajSanyal]

Congrats to Shri @narendramodi ji for becoming the longest serving elected Prime Minister of India. Your unwavering belief in our potential helped strengthen us & amplify our voice globally. May you always champion a vision where India creates, innovates & inspires the world

[Universal Music India @UMusicIndia]

Warning: #Vallah may cause sudden dancing.

Song out now!
🔗 - https://t.co/a6iIVTM045

#Cocktail2 in cinemas on June 19.

@shahidkapoor @kritisanon @iamRashmika #DineshVijan #HomiAdajania @luv_ranjan @gargankur #TarunJain @sharadakarki #PoojaVijan #VineetaTanwar