Bollywood

Box Office Update (December 30, 2025): Dhurandhar maintains strong hold; Avatar 3 sees growth, TMMTMTTM steady

Published

4 months ago

December 30, 2025

The box office on Tuesday, December 30, witnessed mixed performances across Bollywood, Hollywood and regional cinema. While Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar continued its impressive long run even in its fourth week, James Cameron’s Avatar: Fire and Ash showed marginal growth in India. Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday’s Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri remained stable, whereas Kannada action thriller Mark saw collections slowing down after a promising opening.

Here’s a detailed look at how major releases performed at the box office on Tuesday:

Dhurandhar box office collection Day 26

Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna starrer Dhurandhar, directed by Aditya Dhar, continues to dominate the domestic box office despite entering its fourth week. On Day 26, the film earned Rs 11.25 crore, taking its India net total to Rs 712.25 crore.

Although the film witnessed a gradual dip after the fourth Monday, it still outperformed all competing releases. According to industry tracker Sacnilk, the film recorded an overall Hindi occupancy of 23.31% on Tuesday, indicating sustained audience interest.

Dhurandhar worldwide collection

The film has crossed the prestigious Rs 1,000 crore mark globally, with its worldwide box office collection standing at Rs 1,082 crore so far. Overseas markets contributed Rs 240.75 crore, making it one of the highest-grossing Hindi films of 2025.

Avatar: Fire and Ash box office update

Hollywood’s big-ticket release Avatar: Fire and Ash showed a slight upward trend on its second Tuesday. The sci-fi spectacle earned Rs 5.25 crore on Day 12, pushing its total India collection to Rs 148.15 crore.

Despite facing strong competition from local releases, the film continues to attract audiences, especially in premium formats like IMAX and 3D, aided by the year-end holiday season.

Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri Day 6 collection

Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday’s romantic drama Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri held steady at the box office on its first Tuesday. The film collected Rs 1.75 crore on Day 6, taking its total India collection to Rs 27 crore.

The film marks Kartik Aaryan’s first collaboration with Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions and has been receiving a mixed response from audiences, with urban centres contributing the bulk of its earnings.

Mark Kannada movie box office

Kannada action thriller Mark, starring Kichcha Sudeepa and directed by Vijay Karthikeyaa, saw its collections slow down on Day 6. The film earned Rs 90 lakh on Tuesday, taking its total box office collection to Rs 20.45 crore.

The film had opened strongly with Rs 8.6 crore on its first day, but weekday drops suggest that sustaining momentum may prove challenging unless weekend growth picks up.

Overall box office trend

While Dhurandhar continues to lead comfortably, Hollywood and regional releases are holding their ground modestly. With New Year holidays approaching, trade analysts expect slight growth in footfalls across multiplexes, which could give mid-budget films an additional boost.

Up Next

Diljit Dosanjh Gives Birthday Surprise With ‘Senorita’ Teaser ft J Balvin; Fans Call It ‘Collab of the Year’

Don't Miss

Aviva Baig gets engaged to Priyanka Gandhi’s son Raihan Vadra: Here’s what she posted with him two days ago

Click to comment

Bollywood

9 Years of Baahubali 2: How Baahubali 2: The Conclusion Redefined Indian Cinema

Published

10 hours ago

April 28, 2026

Avni Trivedi

Released on April 28, 2017, Baahubali 2: The Conclusion wasn’t just a film—it was a phenomenon that reshaped the Indian film industry. Directed by S. S. Rajamouli and headlined by Prabhas, the film arrived amid massive anticipation and went on to surpass even the wildest expectations.

A Cultural Moment, Not Just a Sequel

The film picked up from the cliffhanger of Baahubali: The Beginning, answering the iconic question: “Why did Kattappa kill Baahubali?” This curiosity alone drove unprecedented pre-release hype, turning the film into a nationwide event.

With grand storytelling, stunning visuals, and emotionally charged performances by actors like Rana Daggubati and Anushka Shetty, the film connected across languages and regions like never before.

Record-Breaking Box Office Run

Unprecedented Global Collections

Baahubali 2 set new financial benchmarks by earning approximately ₹1,788 crore worldwide, including:

₹1,429 crore gross in India
₹359 crore overseas

Its India net collection crossed ₹1,000 crore, a historic first for Indian cinema at the time. Made on a reported budget of around ₹250 crore, it became one of the most profitable films ever produced in India.

Historic Milestones

The film didn’t just break records—it created new ones:

First Indian film to cross ₹1,000 crore globally
Fastest film (at the time) to hit ₹100 crore, ₹500 crore, and ₹1,000 crore milestones
Became the highest-grossing Indian film worldwide, later surpassed by Dangal

The Hindi Dub That Changed the Game

One of the film’s most groundbreaking achievements was its Hindi dubbed version. Traditionally, dubbed South Indian films had limited reach in North India. However, Baahubali 2 shattered that perception.

Hindi version net collection: ~₹511 crore
Competed directly with top Bollywood blockbusters
Opened doors for the Pan-India release model

This success laid the foundation for later films like KGF: Chapter 1, Pushpa: The Rise, and RRR to target nationwide audiences.

A Pan-India Revolution

Baahubali 2 proved that language is no longer a barrier in Indian cinema. Released in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, and Malayalam, it unified audiences across regions.

It also:

Ran for 50+ days in multiple centres
Expanded the scale of theatrical releases
Encouraged big-budget storytelling with global appeal

Legacy: A Turning Point in Indian Cinema

Nine years later, the impact of Baahubali 2 is still visible. It:

Established Prabhas as a pan-India superstar
Cemented S. S. Rajamouli as one of the most influential filmmakers globally
Inspired filmmakers to think beyond regional boundaries

Bollywood

Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge Nears Baahubali 2: The Conclusion Record, Just ₹11 Crore Away

Published

1 day ago

April 27, 2026

Avni Trivedi

Ranveer Singh and director Aditya Dhar’s blockbuster Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge continues its phenomenal run at the box office, edging closer to rewriting history.

As of Day 39, the film has reportedly collected:

India Net: ₹1,130.59 crore
Worldwide Gross: ₹1,777.52 crore

This puts it just ₹11 crore short of surpassing the legendary Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (₹1,788.06 crore worldwide), one of the highest-grossing Indian films of all time.

📈 Strong Sixth Weekend Holds Momentum

Even in its sixth week, Dhurandhar 2 is showing remarkable stability:

Friday: ₹1.55 crore
Saturday: ₹3 crore
Sunday: ₹3.25 crore
Weekend Total: ~₹7.95 crore

These numbers highlight sustained audience interest, a rare feat for films deep into their theatrical run.

🏆 Historic Milestone Within Reach

If the current trend continues:

The film could surpass Baahubali 2’s worldwide record within days
It may cross the ₹1,800 crore global mark shortly after
It is already among the top-grossing Indian films globally

The coming weekdays will be crucial—especially if collections stay above ₹1 crore per day.

📊 Day 39 Performance: Among the Best

With its Day 39 collection, Dhurandhar 2 has:

Achieved one of the highest late-run collections in Hindi cinema
Reportedly ranked second-highest Day 39 performer, behind Stree 2
Outperformed films like:
- Jawan
- Pushpa: The Rule – Part 2 in similar stages

🎟️ Occupancy and Audience Response

Despite reduced screens in some regions, the film continues to attract viewers:

Strong occupancy in afternoon and evening shows
Consistent footfall across multiplexes and mass circuits
Positive word-of-mouth sustaining long-term performance

🎬 What’s Driving the Success?

Several factors are contributing to the film’s blockbuster run:

Ranveer Singh’s high-energy performance
Aditya Dhar’s mass-appeal direction
Strong sequel hype and franchise value
Wide pan-India and global appeal

⚠️ Final Verdict: Can It Dethrone Baahubali 2?

While Dhurandhar 2 hasn’t officially crossed Baahubali 2: The Conclusion yet, it is on the brink of doing so.

Needs roughly ₹11 crore more globally
Likely to achieve the milestone within the next few days if trends hold

✅ Key Takeaways

Dhurandhar 2 worldwide collection: ₹1,777.52 crore
Just ₹11 crore away from Baahubali 2 record
Strong performance even in week 6
Could soon become one of the highest-grossing Indian films ever

Bollywood

Bobby Deol & Anurag Kashyap’s Bandar Gets Release Date After TIFF Premiere

Published

1 day ago

April 27, 2026

Avni Trivedi

The much-anticipated film Bandar, starring Bobby Deol and directed by Anurag Kashyap, is all set for its theatrical release. The makers have officially announced that the film will hit cinemas worldwide on June 5, 2026.

After creating strong buzz following its international premiere, the film is now gearing up for a wide audience release.

🎬 From Film Festival Acclaim to Theatrical Release

Bandar (also known as Monkey in a Cage) had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2025 on September 6.

Screened under the Special Presentations category
Garnered critical appreciation for its storytelling and performances
Marked as one of the noteworthy international entries at the festival

Critics particularly praised the film’s dark narrative tone, layered characters, and Kashyap’s direction.

⭐ Bobby Deol in a Powerful New Avatar

Bobby Deol continues his career resurgence with Bandar, taking on a complex and intense lead role.

Known recently for bold and unconventional characters
Expected to deliver another performance-driven role
Early reactions suggest his character is one of the film’s strongest highlights