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#OneWordReview...
#Dhamaal4: MAZEDAAR.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐️½
#Dhamaal4 lives up to its title, taking the madness to an altogether new level... LOL moments in first half, excellent post interval, with tadka of emotions in climax... Don't look for logic – this one's a stressbuster. #Dhamaal4Review

Director Indra Kumar throws every entertaining ingredient into the mixer – slapstick humour, treasure hunt, pirates, horror, and even an octopus, crocodile, tiger, and snake... #Dhamaal4 delivers exactly what the franchise promises: Dhamaal.

Any hiccups? A few jokes don't land as intended – the ghost encounter could've been spookier, for instance... But viewed in totality, these are minor shortcomings, because the writers ensure that #Dhamaal4 remains a crazy, enjoyable ride.

#AjayDevgn and #SanjayMishra complement each other wonderfully... Their comic timing is spot on.

Adi-Manav are back... #ArshadWarsi and #JaavedJaaferi are flawless, and this time they're joined by #SanjeedaShaikh, who is super.

#RiteishDeshmukh and #AnjaliAnand get the best-written roles – and both deliver in style... Full marks to Riteish for the emotional switch in the climax; he truly wins hearts.

#RaviKishan is excellent and brings a refreshing new energy to the franchise... #UpendraLimaye and #VijayPatkar are top-notch.

The revamped versions of the popular tracks #GulabiSaree and #Chatni are used effectively and add to the film's entertainment quotient.

⭐ Final word? Leave your thinking caps and logic at home – just sit back and enjoy this ride!

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'HANUMAN ANSH' DEVOTIONAL SONG OUT NOW – 31 JULY 2026 RELEASE... #JaiHanuman, the new devotional song from #HanumanAnsh, is out now.

🔗: https://t.co/imiM0kLeuj

Sung and composed by Shreyas Dharmadhikari, with lyrics by Rishi Pathak and Shreyas Dharmadhikari, the song reflects the spiritual world of the film.

A SWAMbhu Media Network presentation, the film stars Shobhinaw Satyaa, Vihaan Shedge, Chandan K Anand, Purnima Tiwari, Anil Rastogi, and Gulshan Pandey.

#HanumanAnsh is written and directed by Vishal Chaturvedi, and produced by Ragini S, Namrata Singh, Anupriya A Nagar, and Vishal Chaturvedi.

The film arrives in cinemas on 31 July 2026.

@Swambhumedia | @filmervishal

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#Dhamaal4 stays super-strong on the crucial make-or-break Monday, passing the Monday test with ease... The film gathered momentum from around 3-4 pm onwards, with evening and night shows performing exceptionally well.

Going forward, the film enjoys an open run, with no major releases scheduled over the next few weeks... This should help it accumulate a healthy lifetime total.

⭐#Dhamaal4 [Week 1] Fri 15.50 cr, Sat 23.31 cr, Sun 28.40 cr, Mon 8.91 cr. Total: ₹ 76.12 cr.
#India biz | Official Nett BOC | #Boxoffice

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ALIA BHATT JOINS 'TUMBBAD 2' – 3 DEC 2027 RELEASE... #SohumShah and Dr #JayantilalGada [PEN Studios] welcome #AliaBhatt to the world of #Tumbbad2.

Directed by #AdeshPrasad, the folklore franchise is produced by Sohum Shah Films in collaboration with PEN Studios.

Arrives in cinemas on 3 Dec 2027.

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INDIA EMERGES AS THE NO. 1 MARKET FOR HOLLYWOOD FILM 'EVIL DEAD: BURN'… #India has emerged as the No. 1 international opening weekend market for #EvilDeadBurn, making it the first-ever #Hollywood title to achieve this milestone.

#EvilDeadBurn has surpassed the *opening weekend* numbers of #Obsession and Lee Cronin's #TheMummy in #India.

⭐️ #EvilDeadBurn [Weekend 1] Thu previews 54 lacs, Fri 2.70 cr, Sat 4.41 cr, Sun 4.95 cr. Total: ₹ 12.60 [Nett BOC], ₹ 15.36 cr [Gross BOC].

The milestone reflects India's rapidly growing importance in the global boxoffice landscape this year, and underscores the country's expanding appetite for premium Hollywood theatrical releases.

The achievement also extends an exceptional run for Sony Pictures Releasing India, following the blockbuster success of #ProjectHailMary.

The studio now turns its attention to the year's most anticipated release, #SpiderManBrandNewDay, which opens in cinemas across #India on 30 July 2026.

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@KumarMangat @AbhishekPathakk @PanoramaMovies In addition to acquiring the worldwide theatrical distribution rights of the three #Punjabi films, #PanoramaStudios will also present the films.

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PANORAMA STUDIOS STRENGTHENS ITS PUNJABI CINEMA FOOTPRINT: ACQUIRES WORLDWIDE THEATRICAL RIGHTS OF 3 PUNJABI FILMS... #PanoramaStudios has expanded its #Punjabi film slate by acquiring the worldwide theatrical distribution rights of three #Punjabi films slated for release in 2026 – #Argentina, #Thaapi, and #Ranjheya.

⭐ #Argentina stars #AmmyVirk and #SargunMehta
⭐ #Thaapi stars #NeeruBajwa and Sunny Singh
⭐ #Ranjheya stars #HarrdySandhu and #SimratKaur

In addition to these newly acquired titles, Panorama Studios' upcoming #Punjabi releases include #KankaanDeOle, scheduled to release on 31 July 2026, and #70Syaal, an emotional horror-folklore film set in Punjab, which is slated for release in the coming months.

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STORY TV APPOINTS MANAN MEHTA AS SR VP, CONTENT & STRATEGY... Former Yash Raj Films executive #MananMehta has joined #StoryTV as Senior Vice President – Content & Strategy.

Globally, vertical storytelling content is emerging as one of the fastest-growing formats in digital entertainment.

Story TV is building a premium entertainment platform centred around marquee talent, high-quality storytelling, and original intellectual property.

In his new role, Manan will lead the company's strategy to develop premium vertical storytelling franchises, forge partnerships with leading actors, filmmakers, and studios, and strengthen Story TV's position as the destination for premium vertical storytelling.

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MAHESH BHATT JOINS HANDS WITH VDO TREE PRODUCTIONS FOR 5-FILM DEAL... Veteran filmmaker #MaheshBhatt joins hands with Vdotree Productions as Creative Director for a 5-film deal, which will be produced by Humayu Suleman and Humaid Humayu Rangila.

Suhrita Das will helm the project as director and writer, with Shweta Bothra as co-writer and lyricist.

The 5-film slate will be a selective, powerful mix of deep intense love stories, edge-of-your-seat thrillers, and horror drama... A new cinematic journey begins!

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‘DHAMAAL’ FRANCHISE – OPENING WEEKEND BIZ AT A GLANCE…
⭐️ [2007] #Dhamaal: ₹ 8 cr
⭐️ [2011] #DoubleDhamaal: ₹ 22.78 cr
⭐️ [2019] #TotalDhamaal: ₹ 62.40 cr
⭐️ [2026] #Dhamaal4: ₹ 67.21 cr
#India biz | Official Nett BOC | #Boxoffice

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'BHOOTH BANGLA' - 'WTTJ' - 'DHAMAAL 4': GREAT START FOR COMEDIES IN 2026
Note:- Opening weekend business...
⭐ #BhoothBangla: ₹ 65.25 cr [includes Thu previews]
⭐ #WTTJ: ₹ 65.83 cr [includes Thu previews]
⭐ #Dhamaal4: ₹ 67.21 cr [Fri to Sun]
#India biz | Official Nett BOC

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#Dhamaal4 records a fantastic opening weekend, proving yet again that a wholesome, family-friendly entertainer will always find love from moviegoers.

The most heartening aspect is that the film has worked across the board... The strong response isn't confined to any particular circuit, market, or region.

IMPORTANTLY...
🔥 Two weeks ago, #WTTJ and now #Dhamaal4 have debunked the notion that audiences are experiencing franchise fatigue... If the content connects, a franchise becomes sone pe suhaaga – a huge value addition.

🔥 Another key takeaway: *Pre-release* advance bookings are no longer the barometer for gauging a film's opening day or opening weekend trends... Spot bookings can completely change the tide, as both #WTTJ and #Dhamaal4 have demonstrated.

All eyes are now on the crucial Monday business.

⭐#Dhamaal4 [Week 1] Fri 15.50 cr, Sat 23.31 cr, Sun 28.40 cr. Total: ₹ 67.21 cr.
#India biz | Official Nett BOC | #Boxoffice

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'BHOOTH BANGLA' - 'WTTJ' - 'DHAMAAL 4': IT'S A HAT-TRICK... Comedies have emerged as one of the most dependable genres this year.

It all started with #BhoothBangla [April], continued with #WTTJ [June], and now #Dhamaal4 [July] has laid the foundation for yet another successful theatrical run.

The success of these three films proves that wholesome, family-friendly entertainers packed with humour continue to enjoy strong theatrical patronage.

Importantly, the belief held by *a section of the industry* that two major comedies shouldn't release close to each other has also been debunked... If the content connects, audiences are more than willing to embrace both films, as demonstrated by #WTTJ and #Dhamaal4, which were released just two weeks apart.

Let's face it: Laughter remains one of the safest bets at the boxoffice – provided the content connects.

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#Dhamaal4 is on the winning track, with business witnessing a superb 50.39% growth on Saturday... The response has been phenomenal across the board – from multiplexes to single screens, and from urban centres to Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets.

Sunday – expected to be even bigger, a massive total on the cards... Yes, #Dhamaal4 is creating dhamaal at the ticket counters 🔥🔥🔥.

The best part is that films like #Dhurandhar2, #Border2, #BhoothBangla, #WTTJ and now #Dhamaal4 are doing excellent business *beyond the metros*... A super-solid performance in the mass belts is a must, as they remain the heartbeat of the theatrical business.

⭐#Dhamaal4 Fri 15.50 cr, Sat 23.31 cr. Total: ₹ 38.81 cr.
#India biz | Official Nett BOC | #Boxoffice

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#Dhamaal4 is DHAMAKEDAAR today... Business has jumped across the board... Be it national chains or non-national chains, urban centres or mass pockets, the growth on Saturday is outstanding 🔥🔥🔥.

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'PANCHAYAT' FAME ASHOK PATHAK STARS IN SOCIAL DRAMA SHOT IN UTTARAKHAND... Producer #MaansiGuptey [of Yantra Pictures], who has previously backed #Marathi and #Punjabi films along with two short films, forays into #Hindi cinema with an untitled feature film.

A social drama, the film stars #AshokPathak – widely loved for his iconic portrayal of Binod in #Panchayat – in the lead role... The film was shot extensively across #Uttarakhand in a start-to-finish schedule.

The cast also includes #MonicaChaudhary [#Apharan, #Dark7White] in a pivotal role.

Directed by Sagar Kumar Sharma, the film is produced by Maansi Guptey, Anish Kumar, and Dushyant Sand under the banners Yantra Pictures and Globots Entertainment.

Currently in post-production, the makers are planning to release the film later this year.

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'MAX, MIN AND MEOWZAKI' TRAILER OUT NOW – 24 JULY 2026 RELEASE... A tale of love, loss, companionship, and the quiet moments that transform lives.

The trailer of the award-winning and widely acclaimed film #MaxMinAndMeowzaki is now LIVE.

🔗: https://t.co/IxsucCmPUw

Actress #SamikshaOswal reunites with singer #ShaelOswal to present and produce the film... Shael has also lent his voice to the film's soundtrack.

The film stars #MedhaShankr, #SiddharthMenon, #AdilHussain, #MandiraBedi, #Nasser, #NafisaAli, and #VidhatriBandi.

Written and directed by Padmakumar Narasimhamurthy, the film is presented by SSO Productions and produced by Samiksha Oswal and businessman-singer Shael Oswal.

#MaxMinAndMeowzaki is slated for a theatrical release on 24 July 2026.

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#WelcomeToTheJungle remains rock-steady in Week 2 despite the arrival of #Alpha... With #Dhamaal4 hitting cinemas today, it will be interesting to see how well it holds its ground against the new competition.

⭐ #WTTJ [Week 2] Fri 4.95 cr, Sat 7.92 cr, Sun 10.44 cr, Mon 2.78 cr, Tue 3.21 cr, Wed 2.28 cr, Thu 2.11 cr. Total: ₹ 128.90 cr.
#India biz | Official Nett BOC | #Boxoffice

⭐️ #WTTJ biz at a glance…
⭐️ Week 1: ₹ 95.21 cr [includes Thursday previews]
⭐️ Week 2: ₹ 33.69 cr
⭐️ Total: ₹ 128.90 cr
#India biz | Official Nett BOC | #Boxoffice

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BHUSHAN KUMAR - ADITYA ROY KAPUR - MILAP ZAVERI JOIN HANDS FOR AN INTENSE MUSICAL LOVE STORY... After #Aashiqui2, #Malang, #Ludo, and #MetroInDino, producer Bhushan Kumar reunites with #AdityaRoyKapur for an intense, violent, and deeply emotional musical love story.

Milap Milan Zaveri will direct the film, with shooting scheduled to commence later this year... 2027 release.

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EKTAA R KAPOOR - TVF JOIN FORCES: SIDHARTH MALHOTRA - TAMANNAAH BHATIA STARRER 'VVAAN' RELEASE DATE LOCKED... 25 Sept 2026 is the release date of #Vvaan, a folklore-driven big screen spectacle.

Along with the release date announcement, the makers have unveiled a striking new poster, offering a glimpse into the intriguing world of this mass entertainer.

Starring #SidharthMalhotra and #TamannaahBhatia, #Vvaan is directed by Deepak Kumar Mishra and produced by Shobha Kapoor, Ektaa R Kapoor, Arunabh Kumar, and Niraj Kothari.

#BalajiMotionPictures | #TVFMotionPictures