Bollywood
Bobby Deol & Anurag Kashyap’s Bandar Gets Release Date After TIFF Premiere
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
🎥 Strong Creative Team Behind the Film
The film brings together a talented team:
- Director & Writer: Anurag Kashyap
- Writers: Sudip Sharma, Abhishek Banerjee
- Producer: Nikhil Dwivedi
- Studio: Zee Studios
The writers are known for acclaimed projects like:
- Paatal Lok
- Kohrra
- Udta Punjab
This collaboration raises expectations for a gritty, content-driven cinematic experience.
👥 Ensemble Cast Adds Depth
Apart from Bobby Deol, the film features a strong supporting cast:
- Sanya Malhotra
- Raj B. Shetty
- Jitendra Joshi
- Sapna Pabbi
- Indrajith Sukumaran
- Riddhi Sen
- Saba Azad
- Nagesh Bhosale
The ensemble promises strong performances across the board, adding layers to the film’s narrative.
🎞️ What Makes Bandar Stand Out
- Backed by Anurag Kashyap’s signature storytelling style
- Features a critically acclaimed festival debut
- Driven by powerful performances and intense themes
- Supported by a strong writing and production team
📅 Release Date
📌 Bandar will release in theatres worldwide on June 5, 2026.
✅ Key Takeaways
- Bandar gets official release date: June 5, 2026
- Premiered at TIFF 2025 to positive reviews
- Stars Bobby Deol in a challenging lead role
- Directed by Anurag Kashyap with a strong creative team
- Positioned as a major content-driven Bollywood release of 2026
Bollywood
Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge Nears Baahubali 2: The Conclusion Record, Just ₹11 Crore Away
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
Box Office Report (April 24, 2026): Ginny Weds Sunny 2 opens low; Bhooth Bangla stays strong
The final Friday of April brought a fresh Bollywood release with Ginny Weds Sunny 2 hitting theatres. However, the romantic comedy struggled to make a mark on its opening day, while Bhooth Bangla, starring Akshay Kumar, continued its steady box office performance in its second week.
🎬 Ginny Weds Sunny 2 – Day 1 Collection
Directed by Prasshant Jha, the film marks the first on-screen pairing of Avinash Tiwary and Medha Shankr. Despite the fresh casting, the film had a disappointing opening.
- Day 1 Collection: ₹30 lakh
- Total Shows: 1,199
- Overall Occupancy: 8%
Occupancy Breakdown:
- Morning: 3.69%
- Afternoon: 5.62%
- Evening: 8.69%
- Night: 9.31%
The film is a sequel to the 2020 hit Ginny Weds Sunny, which starred Yami Gautam and Vikrant Massey. The new installment follows a professional wrestler whose life changes after meeting a cheerful young woman, blending romance with personal transformation.
Despite its light-hearted premise, the film failed to attract significant footfall on its opening day.
👻 Bhooth Bangla – Day 8 Collection
On the other hand, Bhooth Bangla, directed by Priyadarshan, continues to perform well at the box office.
- Day 8 Collection (Second Friday): ₹5.75 crore
- India Total: ₹90.15 crore
- Worldwide Total: ₹144.70 crore
The horror-comedy saw slight growth compared to the previous day and comfortably outperformed the opening-day numbers of Ginny Weds Sunny 2. Its consistent performance indicates strong audience interest and positive word-of-mouth.
📊 Box Office Verdict
- Ginny Weds Sunny 2 has had a weak start and will need strong weekend growth to stay relevant.
- Bhooth Bangla remains the dominant film at the box office, maintaining momentum even into its second week.
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Dhurandhar 2 Box Office: Ranveer Singh’s Film Enters All-Time Top 5, Eyes ₹1800 Cr Milestone
Bollywood star Ranveer Singh continues his dream box office run as Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge remains unstoppable even in its fifth week. The action thriller has now entered the all-time top 5 list for fifth-week collections, underlining its exceptional staying power in theatres.
📊 Strong Hold in Week 5
Despite new releases hitting cinemas, the film has shown remarkable consistency:
- Week 5 collection: ₹19.42 crore
- Friday: ₹2.70 crore
- Saturday: ₹4.65 crore
- Sunday: ₹5.20 crore
Sustaining such numbers in the fifth week is rare for big commercial films, signaling strong word-of-mouth and repeat audience interest.
💰 Total Box Office Collection
According to industry estimates:
- 🇮🇳 India Net: ₹1,122.54 crore
- 🌍 Worldwide Gross: ₹1,766.12 crore
- 🌏 Overseas: ₹422.50 crore
The film is now closing in on the ₹1800 crore global milestone, which could place it among the biggest Indian hits ever.
🏆 Enters Elite Top 5 (Week 5 Collections)
With its latest performance, Dhurandhar 2 has secured a spot among the highest fifth-week earners in Hindi cinema:
- Dhurandhar – ₹51.25 crore
- Chhaava – ₹30.05 crore
- Stree 2 – ₹24.65 crore
- Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge – ₹19.42 crore
- URI: The Surgical Strike – ₹18.74 crore
📉 Week-Wise India Net Performance
- Week 1: ₹674.17 crore
- Week 2: ₹263.65 crore
- Week 3: ₹110.60 crore
- Week 4: ₹54.70 crore
- Week 5: ₹19.42 crore
While the film shows the expected downward trend, the drop is gradual rather than steep, indicating sustained audience interest.
🎯 What’s Driving the Success?
Several factors are contributing to the film’s long run:
- ⭐ Strong star power of Ranveer Singh
- 🎥 Mass appeal and action-packed narrative
- 📣 Positive word-of-mouth
- 🎯 Limited competition impact despite new releases
🧠 Industry Context
Typically, big-budget Bollywood films see a sharp decline after 2–3 weeks. However, Dhurandhar 2 defies this trend by maintaining steady collections into week five—placing it in the league of rare long-running blockbusters.
🧾 Final Take
With ₹1800 crore worldwide within reach, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is not just a hit—it’s shaping up to be a historic blockbuster. Its performance in the coming days will determine whether it can break into even higher records.
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