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#DrishyamTheConclusion Review: An AMAZEBALLS FINALE to Indian Cinema's Greatest Thriller Franchise. ₹ 500-600 Cr nett Lifetime in India is GUARANTEED.

RATING - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I feel extremely proud to say that a Hindi film has surpassed the writing, direction and screenplay of its Malayalam counterpart. Drishyam: The Conclusion is far superior to Malayalam #Drishyam3 and not just marginally, but by several levels.

The film is terrifically gripping. It practically puts a magnet on your seat , you simply won’t be able to move, get up or take your eyes off the screen. The first half is FANTASTIC. When SP Crime Branch officer Tomar reopens the case, the story moves at such a breakneck pace that you barely realise when the first half comes to an end.

The interval block, featuring the confrontation between Vijay and Tomar (Jaideep Ahlawat), takes the tension to an entirely different level.

The second half is equally powerful, with Prakash Raj entering the story as the lawyer fighting the case against Vijay. Drishyam 1 and Drishyam 2 are remembered for their mind-bending climax twists, and this film delivers another clap-worthy climax. The twist is genuinely surprising and will leave the audience thinking long after the film ends, once again making you marvel at the sheer intelligence of Vijay Salgaonkar.

Ajay Devgn is terrific as Vijay, once again delivering a powerful performance through his eyes. His dialogues are limited, but he barely needs them ,his intense eyes say everything.

Jaideep Ahlawat and Prakash Raj are solid, while Shriya Saran gets a strong twist moment and performs it exceptionally well.

Tabu and Rajat Kapoor also do a decent job.

But the real hero of the film is director Abhishek Pathak. Along with co-writer Aamil Keeyan Khan, he has surpassed all expectations and delivered a hugely effective thriller. For everyone who believes that Hindi cinema cannot match the quality of Malayalam cinema, Abhishek Pathak’s direction is a fitting answer.

Drishyam: The Conclusion is set to create absolute havoc at the box office. The film has the potential to do a minimum of ₹500 crore nett in India, with the possibility of reaching the ₹600–700 crore nett range.

A BLOCKBUSTER OF EPIC PROPORTIONS

#Drishyam3Review

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SUPER SOLID SATURDAY for #DrishyamTheConclusion .

The film once again EXPLODED at urban centres on Day 2. Evening shows indicated around ₹48 Cr, but crazy occupancy in night and late-night shows pushed the film comfortably past the ₹50 Cr mark.

Sunday is expected to be HUGE AGAIN, with another ₹60 Cr+ day on the cards.

₹173–175 Cr Weekend is LOCKED.

Day 1: ₹ 61 Cr
Day 2: ₹ 51 Cr

Total: ₹ 112 Cr Nett

#Drishyam3 #AjayDevgn

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#Drishyam3 holds EXEMPLARY WELL on Saturday, collecting ₹45-48 Cr NETT, as per very early estimates.

Crosses ₹100 Cr in just 2 DAYS.

#AjayDevgn #DrishyamTheConclusion

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EMIWAY BANTAI MAKES HIS BOLLYWOOD SOUNDTRACK DEBUT WITH ‘CHOOZAY’ FROM #UDTATEER!

Bringing his signature hip-hop sound to Bollywood, Emiway Bantai makes his soundtrack debut with ‘Choozay’, composed by Sachin-Jigar and penned by Amitabh Bhattacharya & Emiway Bantai. Vocals by Emiway Bantai & Jigar Saraiya.

Featuring Ayushmann Khurrana, Emiway Bantai & Jigar Saraiya, the track promises vibrant, playful energy.

Directed by Akash A Kaushik. Produced by Karan Johar, Adar Poonawalla, Apoorva Mehta, Guneet Monga Kapoor & Achin Jain. Backed by Dharma Productions & Sikhya Entertainment.

Udta Teer arrives in cinemas on 23 October 2026.

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TOP 10 BIGGEST OPENING DAYS - HINDI FILMS | NBOC

#Dhurandhar2 – ₹ 75 Cr
#Jawan – ₹ 64 Cr
#Drishyam3 – ₹ 61 Cr
#Pathaan – ₹ 55.50 Cr
#Stree2 – ₹ 53 Cr
#Animal – ₹ 51.50 Cr
#War – ₹ 50 Cr
#ThugsOfHindostan – ₹ 48.50 Cr
#Tiger3 – ₹ 44 Cr
#SinghamAgain – ₹ 43.50 Cr

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₹65–66–68 Cr… These estimates which we saw from various portals were all just tukka-baazi last night . #Drishyam3

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#Drishyam3 created HAVOC at the box office on the Gandhi Jayanti holiday!

As per early estimates, the film has collected in the vicinity of ₹60–62 Cr NETT.

#AjayDevgn’s BIGGEST OPENING by miles.

#DrishyamTheConclusion

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#DrishyamTheConclusion delivers a HISTORIC OPENING on the Gandhi Jayanti holiday, Second Biggest Opener of the year after #Dhurandhar2 .

Day 1 - ₹61 Cr Nett | WW Gross- ₹ 91 Cr

The film went BERSERK across East, West, North & South. Mass belts, urban centres - ALL CENTRES EXPLODED!

Emerges as the BIGGEST OPENER of #AjayDevgn’s career, surpassing #SinghamAgain (₹43.50 Cr) by a HUGE MARGIN. Also records the BIGGEST OPENING for a THRILLER.

All set for a MAMMOTH ₹180 Cr+ opening weekend!

#Drishyam3

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#Drishyam3 created HAVOC at the box office on the Gandhi Jayanti holiday!

As per early estimates, the film has collected in the vicinity of ₹60–62 Cr NETT.

#AjayDevgn’s BIGGEST OPENING by miles.

#DrishyamTheConclusion

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#OM – CHAPTER 1 locks a new release date | 20 NOVEMBER 2026.

The much-awaited pan-India film, directed by Rajkumar Periasamy and headlined by Dhanush, Mammootty, Sai Pallavi, Sreeleela & Naseeruddin Shah, is set to arrive in cinemas on 20 November 2026.

Featuring music by Sai Abhyankkar, the film is produced by Shraddha Agrawal, Dhanush & Azmat Jagmag.

The wait now has a date. 20 November 2026.

A Rajkumar Periasamy Film.

@rtakestudios @wunderbar_films

#OM #Dhanush #Mammootty #SaiPallavi #Sreeleela #NaseeruddinShah #SaiAbhyankkar

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GANDHI JAYANTI… BUT WITH A 2026 TWIST!
Abbas-Mustan unveil the quirky motion poster of #3Monkeys, giving the iconic Three Monkeys philosophy a new-age spin:
Sab Dekho. Apni Suno. Bekhauf Bolo.
Starring Arjun Rampal, Vishal Jethwa, Mustafa Burmawala and Tenzin Dalha, the first glimpse blends mischief, mystery and heist energy with a clever campaign idea.

A refreshing and unusual announcement for Gandhi Jayanti.

In cinemas worldwide 4 Dec 2026.

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#DrishyamTheConclusion Review: An AMAZEBALLS FINALE to Indian Cinema's Greatest Thriller Franchise. ₹ 500-600 Cr nett Lifetime in India is GUARANTEED.

RATING - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I feel extremely proud to say that a Hindi film has surpassed the writing, direction and screenplay of its Malayalam counterpart. Drishyam: The Conclusion is far superior to Malayalam #Drishyam3 and not just marginally, but by several levels.

The film is terrifically gripping. It practically puts a magnet on your seat , you simply won’t be able to move, get up or take your eyes off the screen. The first half is FANTASTIC. When SP Crime Branch officer Tomar reopens the case, the story moves at such a breakneck pace that you barely realise when the first half comes to an end.

The interval block, featuring the confrontation between Vijay and Tomar (Jaideep Ahlawat), takes the tension to an entirely different level.

The second half is equally powerful, with Prakash Raj entering the story as the lawyer fighting the case against Vijay. Drishyam 1 and Drishyam 2 are remembered for their mind-bending climax twists, and this film delivers another clap-worthy climax. The twist is genuinely surprising and will leave the audience thinking long after the film ends, once again making you marvel at the sheer intelligence of Vijay Salgaonkar.

Ajay Devgn is terrific as Vijay, once again delivering a powerful performance through his eyes. His dialogues are limited, but he barely needs them ,his intense eyes say everything.

Jaideep Ahlawat and Prakash Raj are solid, while Shriya Saran gets a strong twist moment and performs it exceptionally well.

Tabu and Rajat Kapoor also do a decent job.

But the real hero of the film is director Abhishek Pathak. Along with co-writer Aamil Keeyan Khan, he has surpassed all expectations and delivered a hugely effective thriller. For everyone who believes that Hindi cinema cannot match the quality of Malayalam cinema, Abhishek Pathak’s direction is a fitting answer.

Drishyam: The Conclusion is set to create absolute havoc at the box office. The film has the potential to do a minimum of ₹500 crore nett in India, with the possibility of reaching the ₹600–700 crore nett range.

A BLOCKBUSTER OF EPIC PROPORTIONS

#Drishyam3Review

[Sumit Kadel @SumitkadeI]

#UdtaTeer shifts its release date from 9 October to 23 October.

Considering the encouraging response to the trailer and the hype being generated by the promotional campaign, the decision to move to a relatively cleaner release window appears to be a strategic and sensible theatrical call.

The new date should provide the film with better showcasing opportunities and a stronger theatrical runway, allowing the makers to maximise its potential at the box office.

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#DrishyamTheConclusion Review- Surpassed all expectations.. Far Better than #Drishyam3 (Malayalam )

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#DrishyamTheConclusion Review: An AMAZEBALLS FINALE to Indian Cinema's Greatest Thriller Franchise. ₹ 500-600 Cr nett Lifetime in India is GUARANTEED.

RATING - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I feel extremely proud to say that a Hindi film has surpassed the writing, direction and screenplay of its Malayalam counterpart. Drishyam: The Conclusion is far superior to Malayalam #Drishyam3 and not just marginally, but by several levels.

The film is terrifically gripping. It practically puts a magnet on your seat , you simply won’t be able to move, get up or take your eyes off the screen. The first half is FANTASTIC. When SP Crime Branch officer Tomar reopens the case, the story moves at such a breakneck pace that you barely realise when the first half comes to an end.

The interval block, featuring the confrontation between Vijay and Tomar (Jaideep Ahlawat), takes the tension to an entirely different level.

The second half is equally powerful, with Prakash Raj entering the story as the lawyer fighting the case against Vijay. Drishyam 1 and Drishyam 2 are remembered for their mind-bending climax twists, and this film delivers another clap-worthy climax. The twist is genuinely surprising and will leave the audience thinking long after the film ends, once again making you marvel at the sheer intelligence of Vijay Salgaonkar.

Ajay Devgn is terrific as Vijay, once again delivering a powerful performance through his eyes. His dialogues are limited, but he barely needs them ,his intense eyes say everything.

Jaideep Ahlawat and Prakash Raj are solid, while Shriya Saran gets a strong twist moment and performs it exceptionally well.

Tabu and Rajat Kapoor also do a decent job.

But the real hero of the film is director Abhishek Pathak. Along with co-writer Aamil Keeyan Khan, he has surpassed all expectations and delivered a hugely effective thriller. For everyone who believes that Hindi cinema cannot match the quality of Malayalam cinema, Abhishek Pathak’s direction is a fitting answer.

Drishyam: The Conclusion is set to create absolute havoc at the box office. The film has the potential to do a minimum of ₹500 crore nett in India, with the possibility of reaching the ₹600–700 crore nett range.

A BLOCKBUSTER OF EPIC PROPORTIONS

#Drishyam3Review

[Sumit Kadel @SumitkadeI]

#PremKeetanu REVIEW - A GENUINELY HEARTFELT & ENTERTAINING FILM ABOUT FRIENDSHIP AND LOVE

PremKeetanu blends romance, friendship, humour and heartbreak with a youthful, colourful treatment.

Veer Pahariya delivers a confident performance, his comic timing is good and the emotional depth he brings to his character is impressive . Aafiya Sayed brings warmth and charm, while her chemistry with Veer works well, particularly in the romantic portions.

The boys’ friendship and banter add plenty of fun, and the humour feels largely natural, there are multiple solid comedy scenes in the film.

Director Apoorv Singh Karki keeps the screenplay engaging as it moves from light-hearted romance to heartbreak and emotional conflict.

The music complements the story effectively, with Kaho Toh, Tu Mera Raiyyo and Ishq Ka Ghulaam are good tracks .

The film’s biggest strength is its relatable emotional core and nostalgia for first love, friendships and growing up.

Overall PremKeetanu is a simple, youthful coming-of-age romance that balances love, laughter and emotions fairly well. Worth a dekho.. Nice attempt

Rating: ★★★½/5

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#Drishyam3 FINAL ADVANCE SALE at PIC is set to CROSS 3 LAKH TICKETS - the BIGGEST ADVANCE SALE of #AjayDevgn’s career

Also the SECOND BIGGEST ADVANCE SALE of 2026, only behind #Dhurandhar2.

#DrishyamTheConclusion is heading towards a MASSIVE OPENING!

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LITTLE THOMAS TRAILER OUT NOW: A HEARTWARMING FAMILY FILM ROOTED IN CHILDHOOD INNOCENCE

The trailer introduces seven-year-old Thomas, whose biggest wish is to have a little brother. What follows is an amusing and heartfelt journey set in the colourful world of 1990s Goa.

The film stars @GulshanDevaiah78 @RasikaDugal and Hridansh Parekh, with Kaushal Oza as director.

#LittleThomas | In cinemas 23rd October 2026

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Now watching #PremKeetanu

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MERE REHTE OUT NOW | #Prahaar

Maddock Films drops the music video of ‘Mere Rehte’, composed and sung by Vishal Mishra, with lyrics by Amitabh Bhattacharya.

A stirring track that captures the courage, duty and patriotism at the heart of Ujjwal Nikam’s fight for justice following 26/11.

#MereRehte

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#NayyiNavelli TRAILER OUT NOW!

Starring #YamiGautamDhar in the lead, the fantasy family entertainer is directed by Balaji Mohan and produced by Aanand L Rai and Himanshu Sharma.

The film arrives in cinemas on 16 October 2026, coinciding with #Dussehra.

An Amazon MGM Studios and Aanand L Rai presentation, written by Himanshu Sharma [story] and Divy Nidhi Sharma [screenplay & dialogues], with music by GV Prakash.

A Colour Yellow production.

#AmazonMGMStudios

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Tomorrow, #Drishyam3 will become the first murder-mystery thriller to open above ₹45 cr at the box office and could potentially touch the ₹55 cr mark as well.

History in the making.

On 2 October - Non-Violence Day, #DrishyamTheConclusion is set for box office destruction.

#DrishyamDay