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[taran adarsh @taran_adarsh]

HISTORIC VIEWERSHIP FOR 'BIGG BOSS 20'... While cricket continues to rule #Indian screens, EndemolShine India's #BiggBoss Season 20 is creating its own record with a whopping 21 million+ views and counting!

The madness, drama, and entertainment are clearly keeping audiences hooked, as #BiggBoss20, hosted by #SalmanKhan, continues to make waves with every episode.

#EndemolShineIndia | #BiggBoss20 | #Colors | #JioHotstar

[taran adarsh @taran_adarsh]

'DHURANDHAR 2' IS THE NEW EMPEROR – NEW BENCHMARKS SET – HISTORIC WEEKEND... #DhurandharTheRevenge has shattered ALL records in its *extended* opening weekend.

From the paid previews [Wednesday, 5 pm onwards] to Sunday, #Dhurandhar2 remains unstoppable, facing capacity issues at several locations despite round the clock screenings.

#Dhurandhar2 has set new benchmarks over the *extended* weekend – the hype is unbelievable, unprecedented, and unimaginable.

Records...
Fastest ₹ 300 cr ✅
Fastest ₹ 400 cr ✅
And this is just the beginning of a record-smashing run.

⭐️ #Dhurandhar2 [Week 1] Wed [previews] + Thu 140 cr, Fri 81 cr, Sat 109 cr, Sun 113 cr. Total: ₹ 443 cr.
NOTE: #Hindi version.
#India biz | Official Nett BOC | #Boxoffice

[Anupam Kher @AnupamPKher]

DURANDHAR2 IS OUTSTANDING!🏆ADITYA DHAR IS A ROCKSTAR! ❤️🥹Sometimes, words fall short.
You walk out of a film… and there’s a silence within you that says everything, yet explains nothing. That’s what watching #Dhurandar felt like. It is not just a film. It is an experience. An emotion. A journey that quietly enters your heart and then refuses to leave. There are moments in Dhurandar that don’t just play on screen—they stay with you, long after the lights come on.
I have tried to capture what I felt in the video I am sharing along with this post… but honestly, I could have gone on and on. Because some stories are not meant to be described! They are meant to be felt. Dhurandar is one such story.
Congratulations to the entire team for creating something so powerful, so magical, so moving, and so deeply human. Watch it. Experience it. And then sit with it. And #SanjayDutt is brilliant! EVERY ‘INDIAN’ WILL BE PROUD OF THIS FILM. JAI Hind!❤️🇮🇳🇮🇳❤️ @AdityaDharFilms @jiostudios @RanveerOfficial @bolbedibol #Indian #Proud

[taran adarsh @taran_adarsh]

#OneWordReview...
#DhurandharTheRevenge: MASTERPIECE.
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐⭐️½
#Dhurandhar2 is CINEMA AT ITS BEST... Delivers on every front – scale, drama, emotions, action, performances and impact... Take a bow, #AdityaDhar – sure-shot EPIC BLOCKBUSTER. #Dhurandhar2Review

The expectations from the sequel to #Dhurandhar were naturally sky-high... Thankfully, #DhurandharTheRevenge not only meets those mammoth expectations – it surpasses them by leaps and bounds.

Director #AdityaDhar returns with a vision that is bigger, sharper and far more ambitious... While the first part laid the foundation, #DhurandharTheRevenge elevates the narrative to an entirely new level.

What truly makes #DhurandharTheRevenge stand out is its emotional core... Beneath the spectacle lies a powerful story of courage, resilience, revenge and justice – elements that linger long after the screening ends.

The screenplay is the film's backbone – tightly written, fast-paced and loaded with goosebumps-inducing moments... Just when you feel the film has reached its peak, it raises the bar yet again.

The climax deserves special mention – explosive, emotional and immensely satisfying... In fact, the final moments will leave you speechless – that's the kind of impact the film has when you exit the auditorium.

In short, if you loved the first part, you are going to adore the second instalment... #AdityaDhar once again proves that he is a magician, delivering a sequel that not only matches the impact of the first part but elevates the experience to an even higher level.

The performances are top-notch across the board... #RanveerSingh delivers a towering act, portraying strength, intensity and vulnerability with equal finesse... He is the backbone, the soul and the lifeline of the sequel... Easily THE BEST performance of his career.

The duology – #Dhurandhar and #DhurandharTheRevenge – will undoubtedly go down as landmark milestones in his career.

Now for the big question: Who is Bade Saab?… Get ready to be shockeD.

Also, a powerful actress makes a striking cameo appearance.

#SanjayDutt is phenomenal – his towering screen presence, commanding dialogue delivery and intimidating aura are a major plus.

#RMadhavan is remarkable, delivers a performance that is both restrained and powerful... His scenes are filled with intensity and emotional weight, leaving a lasting impression.

#ArjunRampal is terrific – suave, vicious, menacing and completely in control... He proves once again why he excels in layered roles.

#SaraArjun holds her own in a film dominated by powerhouse performers.

#RakeshBedi deserves a special mention... He is fantastic... This film will always stand out in his four-decade-plus career.

#UdaybirSandhu [as Pinda], #AnkitSagar [as Khanani], #VivekSinha [as Zahoor], #ManavGohil [as Sushant], #GauravGera [as Aalam], and #DanishPandor [as Uzair Baloch] excel in their respective roles.

Like the first part, #ShashwatSachdev delivers some solid tracks once again... However, #Aandhi or #Shararat kind of chartbusters would've added tremendous value to the proceedings... The makers also integrate vintage songs seamlessly.

The dialogues deserve special mention too: punchy, powerful and perfectly designed to evoke whistles and thunderous applause.

The action sequences are staged with tremendous style and scale... The background score elevates the drama magnificently, while the cinematography captures the film's grand canvas with striking visuals.

Special mention must also be made of the razor-sharp editing, which ensures the film never loses momentum.

⭐️ Final word? Get ready for a BOXOFFICE TSUNAMI once again... Get ready for HISTORY to be recreated once again... This one is set to DEMOLISH existing records and CREATE new benchmarks.

[taran adarsh @taran_adarsh]

SALMAN KHAN UNVEILS NEW SONG FROM 'BATTLE OF GALWAN'... Romance meets emotion... The makers of #BattleOfGalwan have unveiled the second song: #MainHoon.

Rendered by #AyaanLall and #ShreyaGhoshal, the song is composed by #AyaanLall... The track is filmed on #SalmanKhan and #ChitrangdaSingh.

⭐️ 🔗: https://t.co/oWDBY4pzbn

#SalmanKhan headlines the much-anticipated war drama, directed by #ApoorvaLakhia.

#SalmanKhanFilms

[taran adarsh @taran_adarsh]

THE WAIT IS OVER – SALMAN KHAN UNVEILS 'BATTLE OF GALWAN' TEASER ON HIS BIRTHDAY – ANNOUNCES RELEASE DATE... Looks DAMN GOOD... #SalmanKhan stars in the much-awaited #BattleOfGalwan, directed by #ApoorvaLakhia... In cinemas 17 April 2026.

#BattleOfGalwanTeaser 🔗: https://t.co/3L3wzIH3Dd

[taran adarsh @taran_adarsh]

#OneWordReview...
#Dhurandhar: BRILLIANT.
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐⭐️½
Power-packed. Gripping. A massive action spectacle... Director #AdityaDhar delivers a knockout film – one of the best of 2025... A sure-shot winner! #DhurandharReview

#AdityaDhar roars back with #Dhurandhar, crafting a high-octane entertainer that marries scale with storytelling... Every frame exudes top-tier big-screen filmmaking.

What also elevates #Dhurandhar are its performances... #RanveerSingh delivers a towering, ferocious, career-defining act – vulnerable in moments, volcanic in others... A role that taps into his raw intensity and star power.

#AkshayeKhanna is outstanding – calm, calculated, and explosive... Every frame he appears in carries weight; every dialogue pierces through... If his act in #Chhaava was brilliant, he's beyond terrific here.

#SanjayDutt is superb and authoritative... #RMadhavan is fantastic, bringing both style and substance... #ArjunRampal is smashing, owning his space in the narrative.

#SaraArjun is confident, holds her own in a male-dominated setting... Special mention for #RakeshBedi – this is a memorable performance by the veteran.

Hiccups? Not really... The excessive runtime might make some uncomfortable, but there's enough meat in the narrative for you to forget about the length soon enough.

Also, the extreme violence won't be everyone's cup of tea – especially the sequence involving #ArjunRampal after the interval – but it must be said that the action blocks are brilliantly executed.

The soundtrack cleverly weaves vintage Bollywood tracks into the narrative... The production design is top-notch... The cinematography is absolutely stunning, creating a gritty, authentic world.

⭐️ Final word? A big-screen experience that thrives on solid direction, commanding performances, and spectacular action... Don’t miss it!

[Narendra Modi @narendramodi]

The passing of Dharmendra Ji marks the end of an era in Indian cinema. He was an iconic film personality, a phenomenal actor who brought charm and depth to every role he played. The manner in which he played diverse roles struck a chord with countless people. Dharmendra Ji was equally admired for his simplicity, humility and warmth. In this sad hour, my thoughts are with his family, friends and innumerable fans. Om Shanti.

[taran adarsh @taran_adarsh]

'SAIYAARA' CROSSES ₹ 400 CR *GBOC* WORLDWIDE... Who would've thought #Saiyaara would breach the ₹ 400 cr mark [Gross BOC] even before its release?... A true game-changer, the film has taken the industry by surprise with its phenomenal performance across the globe.

Gross BOC...
⭐️ #India: ₹ 318 cr [₹ 260.25 cr Nett BOC]
⭐️ #Overseas: ₹ 86 cr [$ 10.01 million]
⭐️ Total: ₹ 404 cr worldwide

[taran adarsh @taran_adarsh]

SPLENDID SATURDAY – 'SAIYAARA' REMAINS A MAJOR FORCE... #Saiyaara continues its triumphant run, now eyeing the ₹ 300 cr milestone after crossing ₹ 200 cr on its second Saturday [Day 9].

Now comes the best part: #Saiyaara's *second* Saturday is HIGHER than its *first* Saturday [₹ 26.25 cr] – a remarkable feat and a rarity in today's times.

There's just no stopping this blockbuster!

#Saiyaara [Week 2] Fri 18.50 cr, Sat 27 cr. Total: ₹ 220.75 cr.
#India biz | Official Nett BOC | #Boxoffice

[taran adarsh @taran_adarsh]

HISTORIC, ONCE AGAIN… 'SAIYAARA' CONTINUES TO REWRITE RECORD BOOKS... #Saiyaara goes on a rampage on Monday – a working day – yet shows no signs of slowing down... Monday's numbers are HIGHER than Friday's – an incredible feat.

Not just the biggest opener – not just the biggest weekend – #Saiyaara is now also the biggest Monday grosser for a film *starring newcomers*.

But that’s not all – #Saiyaara's *Monday numbers* are higher than those of #Housefull5 [#AkshayKumar], #Raid2 [#AjayDevgn], and #SitaareZameenPar [#AamirKhan].

Wait, #Saiyaara has scored even higher than #Chhaava [#VickyKaushal] on Monday – the highest-grossing film of 2025.

The #BlockbusterTuesdays initiative – with discounted ticket pricing – has already given #Saiyaara an added boost [looking at the advance sales], so expect Tuesday's numbers to be historic once again.

#Saiyaara [Week 1] Fri 22 cr, Sat 26.25 cr, Sun 36.25 cr, Mon 24.25 cr. Total: ₹ 108.75 cr.
#India biz | Official Nett BOC | #Boxoffice

[taran adarsh @taran_adarsh]

SENSATIONAL SATURDAY – 'SAIYAARA' BLOCKBUSTER TREND CONTINUES… After hitting it out of the park on Friday, #Saiyaara posted phenomenal numbers on Saturday… In fact, the numbers would've been even higher had it received a wider release.

What #Saiyaara is achieving is both UNIMAGINABLE and UNPRECEDENTED… The film is in rampage mode – not just across metros, but also in Tier-2 and Tier-3 centres... Midnight shows are being added to meet the overwhelming demand.

Sunday is expected to surpass both Friday and Saturday... A ₹ 75 cr [+/-] weekend is very much on the cards – HISTORIC, especially for a film headlined by newcomers.

Going by current trends, #Saiyaara is set to become the second #Blockbuster of 2025, after #Chhaava.

#Saiyaara [Week 1] Fri 22 cr, Sat 26.25 cr. Total: ₹ 48.25 cr.
#India biz | Official Nett BOC | #Boxoffice

Note: Friday numbers have been revised, as collections increased following additional screen allocations by exhibitors to meet the surge in demand.

[taran adarsh @taran_adarsh]

YASHRAJ FILMS IN THE POST-PANDEMIC ERA – 'SAIYAARA' RANKS NEXT ONLY TO 'PATHAAN', 'TIGER 3' – *DAY 1* BIZ...
⭐️ [2021] #BuntyAurBabli2: ₹ 2.60 cr
⭐️ [2022] #JayeshbhaiJordaar: ₹ 3.25 cr
⭐️ [2022] #SamratPrithviraj: ₹ 10.70 cr
⭐️ [2022] #Shamshera: ₹ 10.25 cr
⭐️ [2023] #Pathaan: ₹ 55 cr
⭐️ [2023] #Tiger3: ₹ 43 cr
⭐️ [2025] #Saiyaara: ₹ 21.25 cr
#India biz | Opening Day | Official Nett BOC | #Boxoffice

[taran adarsh @taran_adarsh]

SALMAN KHAN'S TOP 5 OPENERS – 'TIGER 3' TOPS – ALL EYES ON 'SIKANDAR'… #Tiger3 – released on #Diwali 2023 – is #SalmanKhan's biggest opener to date... The big question is: will #Sikandar emerge the biggest opener of his career?

Interestingly, like #Tiger3, #Sikandar is also set for a Sunday release... Here's a look at #SalmanKhan's #Top5 biggest *opening days*.

⭐️ 2023: #Tiger3 ₹ 43 cr / #Diwali
⭐️ 2019: #Bharat ₹ 42.30 cr / #Eid
⭐️ 2015: #PRDP ₹ 40.35 cr / #Diwali
⭐️ 2016: #Sultan ₹ 36.54 cr / #Eid
⭐️ 2017: #TigerZindaHai ₹ 34.10 cr / #Christmas
#India biz | Nett BOC | #Hindi version | #Boxoffice

[taran adarsh @taran_adarsh]

NANI STARS IN PAN-INDIA FILM 'HIT: THE 3RD CASE': *HINDI* TEASER ARRIVES... 1 MAY 2025 RELEASE... On the joyous occasion of #Nani's birthday today, Team #HIT3: Sarkaar's Laathi, featuring #Nani in the lead role, unveils #HIT3Teaser.

Also features #SrinidhiShetty.

HINDI 🔗: https://t.co/nSb28jy4R3

Directed by Dr #SaileshKolanu [who also directed the first two parts], #HIT3 is produced by #PrashantiTipirneni [of #WallPosterCinema] in association with #UnanimousProductions.

In *cinemas* on [Thursday] 1 May 2025.
#HappyBirthdayNani

[taran adarsh @taran_adarsh]

#OneWordReview...
#Chhaava: SPECTACULAR.
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️½
Blends history, emotions, passion, patriotism, action with finesse... #VickyKaushal terrific, cements his stature as one of the finest actors of his generation... #LaxmanUtekar triumphs as a storyteller. #ChhaavaReview

Director #LaxmanUtekar - known for choosing diverse themes [#LukaChuppi, #Mimi, #ZHZB] - brings to life the inspiring story of #ChhatrapatiSambhajiMaharaj... He crafts a cinematic spectacle that captivates from the very first frame, seamlessly balancing grandeur with storytelling... With #Chhaava he ensures that it isn't just about the scale but also a tribute to the indomitable spirit of #ChhatrapatiSambhajiMaharaj.

#VickyKaushal delivers a towering, award-worthy performance as #ChhatrapatiSambhajiMaharaj... His commanding presence, searing intensity, fiery dialogues and emotionally charged moments elevate the film to an entirely new level... The confrontation sequences with #AkshayeKhanna are standouts, while the preceding action sequence is nothing short of exemplary.

#RashmikaMandanna excels, bringing depth, grace and emotional weight to the narrative... This stands among her finest performances.

#AkshayeKhanna is superb, once again proving why he's among the finest actors around... His transformation into #Aurangzeb is striking and even his silences speak volumes.

#Chhaava features several actors in pivotal roles... #VineetKumarSingh is terrific, especially in the penultimate moments... #AshutoshRana is, as always, wonderful, though one wishes he had more screen time... #DivyaDutta is first-rate, conveying so much through her eyes... #DianaPenty leaves a mark... #NeilBhoopalam delivers a solid performance.

The film boasts grand visuals that captures the vast battlefields and regal palaces with grandeur... The battle sequences are meticulously executed - raw, realistic and adrenaline-pumping.

#ARRahman's soundtrack complements the narrative well, though one wishes for at least one truly memorable track that lingers... However, the background score delivers goosebumps at crucial moments, especially in the second half.

Final word? #Chhaava is a triumph - a historical that does justice to its subject, captivates with its narrative and leaves the viewer with a profound sense of pride... DON'T MISS IT.

[taran adarsh @taran_adarsh]

SALMAN KHAN RETURNS ON EID: 'SIKANDAR' BRAND NEW POSTER IS HERE... On the joyous occasion of #SajidNadiadwala's birthday today, here's the #NewPoster of #Sikandar, featuring #SalmanKhan in the titlular role.

27 Feb 2025 - a bigger treat awaits!

Directed by #ARMurugadoss, #Sikandar also features #RashmikaMandanna and #Sathyaraj... #Eid2025 release.

#SikandarPoster | #SikandarEid2025 | #WardaNadiadwala

[taran adarsh @taran_adarsh]

'CHHAAVA' HAS DHAMAKEDAAR, ZABARDAST WEEKEND... #Chhaava sets the #Boxoffice on 🔥🔥🔥 on Sunday, registering a phenomenal opening weekend by crossing the 💯 cr mark... ALL *pre-release* predictions have been shattered by a wide, wide margin.

#Maharashtra is simply fantabulous, going into overdrive, smashing records left, right and centre, and contributing majorly to its stellar performance.

While #Chhaava has taken #Maharashtra by storm, the #VickyKaushal starrer has also posted impressive numbers in #NorthIndia... Remaining territories joined the party over the weekend, particularly on Sunday.

Looking ahead, #Chhaava now needs to maintain its momentum through the crucial Monday-to-Thursday period.

The midweek holiday on Wednesday [#ChhatrapatiShivajiMaharajJayanti] will again see record-breaking numbers in #Maharashtra.

#Chhaava [Week 1] Fri 33.10 cr, Sat 39.30 cr, Sun 49.03 cr. Total: ₹ 121.43 cr.
#India biz | Nett BOC | #Boxoffice

[taran adarsh @taran_adarsh]

#OneWordReview...
#Pushpa2: MEGA-BLOCKBUSTER.
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️½
Wildfire entertainer... Solid film in all respects... Reserve all the awards for #AlluArjun, he is beyond fantastic... #Sukumar is a magician... The #Boxoffice Typhoon has arrived. #Pushpa2Review

#Sukumar knows well that #Pushpa2 carries the weight of humongous expectations and he delivers by crafting a narrative that's packed with unexpected twists and turns, precisely why #Pushpa2 works bigtime.

Another plus is the high-octane action sequences, meticulously choreographed to perfection... Additionally, the dialogues, much like in the first part, amplify the impact of the well-structured sequences.

Now, to the vital question: Is the runtime [3 hours, 20 minutes] excessive? Could certain scenes have been trimmed for a tighter narrative? Absolutely not. Editor #NaveenNooli's editing is watertight, ensuring the pacing remains taut and leaving no room for restlessness.

Music? While #Pushpa2 may not have a soundtrack that grabs you on the first listen, #DSP's compositions come alive on screen, perfectly complementing the narrative.

#Pushpa2 cements #AlluArjun's status as one of #India's finest actors. His trademark swag and impeccable dialogue delivery add tremendous depth to his performance.

#FahadhFaasil, as the ruthless police officer, is outstanding. An incredible talent... #RashmikaMandanna also makes her presence felt at key moments, despite the focus being on the two male leads.

Final word? UNMISSABLE.