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Joined May 2010
#Jailer2 (Hindi) REVIEW: RAJINI MANIA GOES WILD! Rating- ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ #Jailer was an excellent film, but Jailer 2 is in no way inferior to its predecessor. In fact, the first half alone is enough to drive the audience crazy. I haven’t witnessed such a power-packed and explosive first half in Indian cinema in the last 10 years. There are at least 6–7 sequences that will trigger thunderous applause and whistles in cinemas. Director #Nelson has presented Rajinikanth like a God, crafting dream-like sequences that will be nothing short of a dream come true for Thalaivar’s fans. The second half is slightly weaker than the first, but the film ultimately delivers a thoroughly satisfying cinematic experience with many TERRIFIC ELEVATION MOMENTS. Apart from #Rajinikanth’s epic performance, the other major highlight is Anirudh’s background score. Once again, he sets the big screen on fire with his electrifying music! The humour is highly commendable, with the film offering plenty of laugh-out-loud moments. The emotional sequences are also effective, although they don’t quite match the impact of the Jailer-1. The cameos by Mohanlal, Shiva Rajkumar, Jackie Shroff and Hrithik Roshan add tremendous value to the film, taking the excitement to another level. S. J. Suryah , Mithun chakraborthy and Vidya Balan also deliver powerful performances, doing complete justice to their respective roles. @Nelsondilpkumar direction is exemplary .. Producers across India will lineup outside his office to sign him… Overall Jailer-2 is A FANTASTIC MASS ENTERTAINER packed with one goosebumps-inducing moment after another. The film is a sure-shot BLOCKBUSTER at the box office! Rajinikanth has once again proved why he remains the undisputed king of Indian cinema. THALAIVAR MANIA IS UNMATCHED! #Jailer2Review
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THIS TIME, THE TARGET IS WITHIN. #PRATAP trailer is out! Amit Sadh brings a fierce, layered performance as an encounter specialist whose world is about to change. Gritty, intense and full of surprises. Also starring Esha Deol, Seema Biswas, Tigmanshu Dhulia and Milind Gunaji. Written & directed by Sachin Saraf. Presented by Pradeep Rangwani & UV Films. IN CINEMAS: 20 NOVEMBER 2026 #AmitSadh #EshaDeol @films_uv #PratapTrailer #PratapTrailerOutNow
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#UdtaTeer records a GOODISH FIRST WEEKEND at the box office! The film opened better than expected, followed by a solid jump on Saturday and a steady Sunday. Good performance at urban centres, coupled with positive audience word of mouth, has given the film encouraging momentum. A ₹3 Cr+ Monday would put Udta Teer on course to emerge as a BOX OFFICE SUCCESS. The film now needs to maintain its hold through the weekdays! Day 1: ₹4.10 Cr Day 2: ₹7.25 Cr Day 3: ₹8.20 Cr Total - ₹ 19.55 Cr Nett
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#LittleThomas is proof that you don't need spectacle to leave a mark. A little film winning big hearts. Audiences have watched it, felt it, and they're all saying the same thing -- this one is special. In a season of big films, #LittleThomas is the quiet one that stays with you the longest. Now playing in cinemas. Go watch it with your family. Produced by Anurag Kashyap, Anushka Shah, Charu Oza, Rajnikant Oza, Akshay Thakker, Kabir Ahuja and Ranjan Singh. Written and directed by Kaushal Oza. Starring Gulshan Devaiah and Rasika Dugal, with Hridansh Parekh as Little Thomas.
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Glad to see #UdtaTeer finding appreciation. It’s a damn good film - the best of #AyushmannKhurrana post-pandemic & one of #DharmaProductions’ best in recent years. Pre-pandemic, this film would’ve easily done ₹120–150 Cr nett at the box office! Dekh kar aao, maza aayega bahut zyada!
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#UdtaTeer witnesses BIG GROWTH of more than 75% on Saturday over Friday! Positive word of mouth has come into play, resulting in a bigger than usual Saturday jump. The film is now on course to close its opening weekend on a respectable note, with ₹19–20 Cr nett expected. Day 1: ₹4.10 Cr Day 2:₹7.25 Cr Total: ₹ 11.35 Cr nett
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A SOULFUL TRIBUTE TO ETERNAL LOVE… #MangalRang from #Ramayana is a beautiful ode to a love that transcends time, celebrating the purity, devotion and timeless beauty of an eternal bond. OUT NOW! #TSeries
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#UdtaTeer opens better than expected at the box office! Trade was expecting an opening day of ₹2.75–3 Cr nett, but the film performed better than anticipated, driven by encouraging footfalls during evening and night shows. The film is very well made, which could translate into positive word of mouth. Saturday business should witness a healthy spike! Day 1: ₹4.10 Cr nett ( ₹ 4.92 Gross)
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PRABHAS’ #FAUZI GLIMPSE OUT IN HINDI – RELEASE DATE LOCKED On the occasion of #Prabhas’ birthday, the makers of #Fauzi have unveiled an out of the box new glimpse titled File No. 25 featuring conversation between HITLER & Netaji Shubash Chandra Bose, also offering a powerful look of Prabhas character, his identity, intelligence and an extraordinary mission set against the backdrop of World War II. IN CINEMAS: 19 MARCH 2027 The Hanu Raghavapudi directorial will release in Telugu, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Tamil and Bengali. Starring #Prabhas and #Imanvi, alongside #AnupamKher, #MithunChakraborty, #JayaPrada and #BhanuChandar. Produced by Mythri Movie Makers and T-Series Films, with Naveen Yerneni, Y Ravi Shankar and Bhushan Kumar backing the ambitious project. 🔗 youtu.be/ujzBbf9uqdY #Prabhas25 #HappyBirthdayPrabhas
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#UdtaTeer Review- A LAUGH RIOT WITH A KNOCKOUT CLIMAX . Rating- ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Udta Teer is one of the most unique, entertaining and intelligently written and directed films of 2026. You can call it a spy comedy that consistently succeeds in making the audience laugh. #AyushmannKhurrana plays a Pakistani spy who infiltrates the Indian intelligence agency but subsequently loses his memory and forgets that he is Pakistani. The film features several hilarious sequences that will leave you in splits, particularly an extended scene involving Rahul Bose [ it features one of the most iconic kissing scene which will be remembered for years 😁] . There are also multiple moments where the Pakistani Army and terrorists are mocked through clever meta-references, our padosis wil hate those sceens. Even the famous Twitter hashtag #PKMB finds a place in the narrative. Writer-director Akash Kaushik deserves immense credit for his bold and unconventional storytelling. The first half is hilarious, while the second half takes an interesting turn. The final 20 minutes and climax deliver twists that can be compared to the likes of #Dhurandhar2 and #Drishyam. The climax is terrific, and audiences with a sound understanding of geopolitics will find it even more rewarding. Ayushmann Khurrana delivers an excellent performance and fits the role of a Pakistani agent perfectly. His ability to stand out in unconventional, out-of-the-box content has always been one of his biggest strengths, and he excels once again in this film. Late Mukul Dev and Rahul Bose are the film’s lifelines, delivering one hilarious moment after another. Sara Ali Khan has a relatively small but impactful role. Ram Kapoor, Gulshan Grover and the rest of the supporting cast also deliver good performances. Overall Udta Teer is a refreshingly unconventional entertainer whose unique writing, superb comedy and shocking climax twist have the potential to win the audience’s hearts. If audiences turn up in theatres, the film could generate strong word of mouth. I rarely give a film 4 stars, but this one definitely deserves it- Kyuki Mulk se badhkar kuch bhi nai. #UdtaTeer
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#Silaa FIRST LOOK OUT! #HarshvardhanRane and #SadiaKhateeb come together for an intense saga of LOVE & REVENGE, set against the breathtaking backdrops of #Kashmir and #Vietnam. Directed by #OmungKumar, the film also stars #KaranveerMehra and #Ipsitaa in pivotal roles. IN CINEMAS: 5 FEBRUARY 2027 Produced by #ZeeStudios.
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#UdtaTeer Review- A LAUGH RIOT WITH A KNOCKOUT CLIMAX . Rating- ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Udta Teer is one of the most unique, entertaining and intelligently written and directed films of 2026. You can call it a spy comedy that consistently succeeds in making the audience laugh. #AyushmannKhurrana plays a Pakistani spy who infiltrates the Indian intelligence agency but subsequently loses his memory and forgets that he is Pakistani. The film features several hilarious sequences that will leave you in splits, particularly an extended scene involving Rahul Bose [ it features one of the most iconic kissing scene which will be remembered for years 😁] . There are also multiple moments where the Pakistani Army and terrorists are mocked through clever meta-references, our padosis wil hate those sceens. Even the famous Twitter hashtag #PKMB finds a place in the narrative. Writer-director Akash Kaushik deserves immense credit for his bold and unconventional storytelling. The first half is hilarious, while the second half takes an interesting turn. The final 20 minutes and climax deliver twists that can be compared to the likes of #Dhurandhar2 and #Drishyam. The climax is terrific, and audiences with a sound understanding of geopolitics will find it even more rewarding. Ayushmann Khurrana delivers an excellent performance and fits the role of a Pakistani agent perfectly. His ability to stand out in unconventional, out-of-the-box content has always been one of his biggest strengths, and he excels once again in this film. Late Mukul Dev and Rahul Bose are the film’s lifelines, delivering one hilarious moment after another. Sara Ali Khan has a relatively small but impactful role. Ram Kapoor, Gulshan Grover and the rest of the supporting cast also deliver good performances. Overall Udta Teer is a refreshingly unconventional entertainer whose unique writing, superb comedy and shocking climax twist have the potential to win the audience’s hearts. If audiences turn up in theatres, the film could generate strong word of mouth. I rarely give a film 4 stars, but this one definitely deserves it- Kyuki Mulk se badhkar kuch bhi nai. #UdtaTeer
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#PehlaPyaarDoosriBaar: A Refreshingly Relevant Tale of Modern Relationships Wrapped in an Entertaining Joyride. Helmed by Anuj Saini and backed by LUV Films, this one merits appreciation for recognising that stories about young people require more than fashionable settings and romantic declarations. Makers' treatment of friendships, attractions and emotional misunderstandings gives the film its underlying relatability. Also succeeds in bringing out the ensemble's collective strengths, ensuring that the interactions between friends and couples remain an integral source of entertainment. Then, what makes Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar particularly appealing is its ability to translate the dilemmas, aspirations and emotional absurdities of today's generation into an entertaining cinematic experience. Rather than relying on spectacle alone, the film finds its strength in familiar relationship dynamics, the unpredictable nature of friendship and the amusing complications that accompany matters of the heart. The result is a lively romantic comedy that combines contemporary relevance with an abundance of feel-good entertainment. A significant part of the film's appeal lies in its ensemble of six newcomers. The screenplay, penned by Luv Ranjan, Jehan Handa and Anuj Saini, derives considerable mileage from conversational humour and situations grounded in everyday reality. The dialogue-driven comedy carries a recognisable Luv Ranjan sensibility, where seemingly ordinary interactions can spiral into hilariously complicated circumstances. For viewers who appreciate relationship comedies that find humour in human behaviour, the film offers plenty to enjoy without losing sight of its emotional core. Music adds another appealing dimension to the proceedings. The soundtrack complements the changing moods of the narrative, enhancing its romantic passages while contributing to the film's youthful energy. The songs feel integrated into the storytelling, allowing the musical elements to enrich the overall experience rather than function as mere interruptions. Presented by Luv Films' Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg, the film continues the banner's engagement with contemporary romance while placing a fresh ensemble at the forefront. There is also a special cameo that adds an element of surprise, making it best discovered in the theatre rather than through advance disclosures. Ultimately, Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar succeeds by understanding the audience it wishes to entertain. Its blend of relatable situations, youthful performances, situational comedy and romance makes it an appealing alternative for moviegoers seeking something lighter and more engaging. It may not reinvent the romantic-comedy genre, but it delivers a spirited theatrical experience with enough laughter, warmth and musical charm to make the journey worthwhile. Rating- 3.5 STARS
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#TumMereHo DELIVERS AN INTENSE, MUSIC-FUELLED ROMANTIC DRAMA Tum Mere Ho is an intense romantic drama powered by Gurmeet Choudhary’s terrific screen presence and commanding performance. He brings tremendous intensity, conviction and charisma to his character, owning almost every frame with his powerful dialogue delivery, expressive eyes and larger-than-life persona. Gurmeet looks completely in his element, particularly in the high-voltage dramatic sequences, establishing himself as a compelling big-screen hero. Isha Malviya makes a confident and charming debut, while her fresh chemistry with Gurmeet adds appeal to the love story. Director Ashish Pandya blends romance, emotional conflicts and dramatic highs effectively. Mithoon’s soulful music, especially the title track, further elevates the cinematic experience. Overall its a A passionate, emotionally charged romantic drama with a standout performance by Gurmeet Choudhary. Worth watching in theatres! Rating- 3.5 Stars .
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#Jailer2 officially mints ₹549 Cr in its first week! Kudos to @sunpictures for reporting the correct figures without inflating the numbers. The film is now heading towards becoming a NEW INDUSTRY HIT for Tamil Cinema. The second weekend is expected to go BONKERS, such is the phenomenal audience word of mouth. #Rajinikanth
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Strictly my opinion - The only reason I believe #DrishyamTheConclusion couldn’t collect ₹450–500 Cr nett in India is the impact of Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts. The film’s entire climax and major twists went viral on Instagram and YouTube on the opening day itself. Thousands of videos were made, killing the suspense for audiences. Thrillers thrive on twists and surprises. Once these are revealed and the clips circulate online, the urge to watch the film in theatres diminishes significantly. Nevertheless, a lifetime business of ₹370–380 Cr nett is still a BIG achievement.. #Drishyam3
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#Jailer2 collects a humongous ₹535 Cr gross worldwide in just 6 days. The first-week total (7 days ) is set to cross ₹560 Cr. INSANE TRENDING! The film is on course to emerge as the HIGHEST-GROSSING TAMIL FILM in its second week itself. In Hindi too, the film has emerged as a success despite not being released in national chains, with its lifetime business expected to surpass ₹ 50 Cr nett. WHAT A CRAZY BLOCKBUSTER! #Rajinikanth
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The visuals, choreography and sheer scale of #Yash’s #Tandav from #Ramayana are taking social media by storm- This is going to create UNREAL MADNESS on the big screen. Meanwhile, ADVANCE BOOKINGS are OPEN and tickets are selling like HOT CAKES, with the film still several days away from release-Hype is quite bigg..
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NAYYI NAVELLI REACHES ₹25.2 CR GBOC WORLDWIDE! Yami Gautam Dhar’s fantasy family-entertainer takes its five-day worldwide total to ₹25.2 Cr GBOC this Dussehra. Blending the spirit of the Ramayan with fantasy, humour and family entertainment. #NayyiNavelli | Day 5: ₹5.9 Cr Gross Worldwide | Worldwide Total: ₹25.2 Cr GBOC
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This Dussehra, the story of Lord Rama and Ravana takes centre stage as the makers of #Ramayana unveil the Ravana Tandav unit featuring Rocking Star #Yash as Ravana. The epic in cinemas worldwide on November 5, 2026. #Tseries
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Advance booking for #Ramayana has commenced across India, and it has started with a BANG! Wishing #Yash, #RanbirKapoor, #NamitMalhotra, #KaranJohar and the entire team all the very best. May this magnum opus take Indian cinema to unprecedented heights and make the nation proud! JAI SHREE RAM! 🚩
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