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Time of India
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'HIT: The Third Case' Box Office Collection Day 1: Nani starrer action thriller mints Rs 18 crore on opening day
Nani starrer action thriller ' HIT: The Third Case ' was released in theatres yesterday on May 1 and the movie received a good response from the audience. On its first day, it made over Rs 18 crore as per the early estimates minting a strong start. Hit: The 3rd Case Movie Review Box office trends As per trade earning analyst Sacnilk, the movie made over Rs 18 crore across all languages on its first day. The Telugu version dominated collections with Rs 17.25 crore, while Tamil contributed Rs 35 lakh, Kannada Rs 5 lakh, Hindi Rs 25 lakh, and Malayalam Rs 10 lakh. The film's solid start shows the audience's appreciation for Nani's intense and gritty portrayal of SP Arjun Sarkaar . Occupancy in theatres In terms of occupancy, HIT: The Third Case saw an impressive overall occupancy of 87.98% in Telugu-speaking regions on its opening day. Morning shows registered about 79.57% occupancy, which rose to 92.37% in the afternoon, 91.52% in the evening, and settled at 88.46% during night shows. The Tamil version had a more moderate response, with an overall occupancy of 42.60%. Morning shows recorded 39.38% occupancy, which peaked at 54.77% in the afternoon but dipped to 32.80% in the evening before rising slightly to 43.45% at night. The Kannada version attracted an overall occupancy of 22.24%, with morning shows at 21.71%, afternoon at 24%, evening at 20.67%, and night shows at 22.57%. In Hindi-speaking regions, the film achieved an overall occupancy of 30.06%. The morning shows had 27.85% occupancy, afternoon shows saw 33.14%, evening dropped to 26.04%, and night shows picked up again to 33.21%. Meanwhile, the Malayalam version performed similarly with an overall occupancy of 31.49%, including 24.94% in the morning, 32.80% in the afternoon, 29.87% in the evening, and 38.33% at night. About 'HIT 3' Directed by Sailesh Kolanu , 'HIT: The Third Case' follows SP Arjun Sarkaar, a top HIT officer from Visakhapatnam, who is sent to Jammu and Kashmir to investigate a series of brutal murders by serial killers. The film stars Srinidhi Shetty as the female lead. The supporting cast includes notable actors like Adivi Sesh, Rao Ramesh, and Surya Srinivas.
Indian Express
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
HIT 3 movie review: An effective Nani sees red in this bloody but rocky action drama
HIT 3 movie review: Why doesn't John Wick die? Why doesn't Ethan Hunt die? Why doesn't any bullet even graze the shoulders of our heroes when they have insane precision with their shots? How do the henchmen die with a couple of slashes by a machete but the hero survives a thousand blows? Of course, there is no point asking these questions simply because we know the answer. He is the hero, and at the end of the day, he has to walk into the sunset with a girl in tow even if he is a bloodied mess. Director Sailesh Kolanu's third installment in the popular HIT franchise, follows this template right from the word go, and converts our 'beloved-boy-next-door' Nani into a 'kick-the-door open and innovatively kill and maim 100 people' Nani. Unlike the first two installments, HIT 3, with Nani at the helm, gets to have a bigger budget, a bigger vision, and a bigger scale. If the first two films were firmly set in Vishakhapatnam and its nearby areas, the third film travels through the lengths and breadths of the country. There is an operation in Bihar, an extended set-piece in Kashmir, and a really long finale set in Arunachal Pradesh, and through it all, Nani plays Arjun Sarkaar, a ruthless cop, who keeps paramedics and an ambulance on call before starting an interrogation. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW VIDEO While the expanding geo-locations allow HIT 3 to be its own beast, the central case doesn't really come together, simply because it is too expansive. It isn't concentrated enough for us to admire the investigating acumen of its protagonist. In fact, there are glimpses of his quick thinking, and his training, but these are small asides in an investigation that is heavily reliant on his brawn and comfort with various types of weapons. On the other hand, it is a welcome move to have a police officer in the HIT franchise investigating a case that has no emotional connection to him. However, Sailesh more than compensates it by making Arjun Sarkaar a police office who is emotionally attached to the uniform, and the idea of being a police officer. And this means, in Indian cinema parlance, unchecked custodial violence and police brutality. The makers try to justify the brutality by making the various perpetrators throughout the film even more brutal in nature. But, it is still such an irresponsible depiction of the police force, especially with the sensitive themes handled in the film. Nevertheless, the case takes him into a deep and dark world that is disturbing and disorienting. The sheer possibility of such minds existing among us is spine-chilling, and points to the makers for going into this space without any filters. This also allows Arjun Sarkaar to go all bonkers as he leaves a bloody and gory trail of bodies in his wake. Throughout the film, the intensity of the stunts gets dialled up consistently, and the stunt choreography gets better with each stunt culminating in the final showdown where a white tuxedo turns red, and many people turn up dead. And capturing all of this in wonderful glory is DoP Sanu John Varghese, who presents us a world that is dark and desolate with the proverbial light at the end of the tunnel being coloured red. There are brief moments of levity in Hit 3, and it actually works in favour of the film, simply because it gives us a glimpse into the mind of Arjun Sarkaar, the person, and not the man who is waiting for an excuse to go on a murderous rampage. These lighter moments also include the presence of Srinidhi Shetty's Mrudula, who is, unfortunately, handed an underwritten role that only serves as a detour from the bloodshed and very little else. There are some decent punchlines uttered by Arjun Sarkaar that cuts through the facade of real and reel, and reflects the career of Nani. But, to give credit where it's due, these lines perfectly seam into the narrative. What unfolds in the last act of HIT 3 is sheer mayhem, and Nani is terrific in those stunt sequences that have clearly wrung a lot out of him physically and mentally. He delivers a solid performance as the mercurial Arjun Sarkaar, and it is impressive how he maintained the intensity throughout the film. It is far from a easy role, and Nani is scarily convincing. The film is completely reliant on him, and the others don't really get to do much, including the primary antagonist, who is better as an idea than as a person. In many ways, as a procedural, HIT 3 is better as an idea, simply because it only exists to set up the final showdown in closed quarters that gets bloodier with every passing second. But it is clear where the HIT franchise is moving, and the third part had to be mounted on a certain scale to ensure this becomes into a pan-Indian franchise like no other. We have seen the Singhams, Sooryavanshis, and Simmbas, and even Avengers. But this is different. HIT is different. And all that I wish is the makers don't forget what made HIT different, and end up doing something that has already been done. It is just going to get bigger and bigger, but will it get better too? Well… it will be a fun wait.
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Business Standard
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Standard
HIT 3 Twitter reviews: Nani's performance shines, fans call it one-man show
Social media is flooded with positive reviews for Nani's upcoming suspense thriller movie 'HIT: The Third Case'. The internet is buzzing with praise and admiration for the compelling performance of the Telugu star. Many fans shared their thoughts about the movie on X (formerly known as Twitter), saying HIT 3 was inspired by Squid Game. Sailesh Kolanu-directed HIT 3 features Nani in the lead role as SP Arjun Sarkaar – a HIT officer from Visakhapatnam. The 2-hour and 30-minute movie is mainly shot in Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam, and Jammu and Kashmir. Even before its release, the movie has garnered huge buzz by smashing pre-sales records, exceeding all predictions. The movie has sold more than 88.2K tickets in advance on BookMyShow, surpassing Nani's previous movie, which sold 48.2K tickets. How did fans react? One of the X users praised the movie and wrote, 'Hit3 Gritty & violent thriller with flashes of brilliance. The pre-interval shift ramps up engaging, leading into a second half inspired by Squid Game, packed with cinematic highs, especially in the pre-climax and climax.' Another user wrote, 'An Engaging Suspense Thriller that serves its Purpose.' Another user gave 3/5 rating to the Tollywood movie and stated, 'Climax top notch @NameisNani just superb @AdiviSesh cameo is good #Hit4 soon- Bilingual.' A third user gave a 3.5 rating out of 5 and while reviewing the movie wrote, 'HIT 3 Review: #Nani steals the show as Arjun Sarkaar in this electrifying thriller! High-octane action, gripping twists, and a stellar second half make it a must-watch. Mickey J. Meyer's score & slick visuals amp up the intensity. Nani fans, this one's a treat! 3.5/5 #HIT3 #Nani.' '#Hit3 - MISS Hit! Bloody Violent Nani is Terrific. Powerless Villain. Gud Cinematography & Pre Climax Stunt Choreo. Logicless & Predictable Narration. CTK Portions r cringe. Though multiple murders & investigations going on, its neither Tense nor Exciting. UNDERWHELMING!,' another user wrote. Although it seems like the movie might not satisfy all expectations because of its predictable plot and heavy violence. However, it is a treat to all the Nani fans as the film had strong performances to make it an entertaining watch for fans of the genre as well. HIT: The Third Case trailer About HIT 3 HIT: The Third Case (HIT 3) is a Telugu-language action thriller movie and the sequel to HIT: The Second Case (2022). Written and directed by Sailesh Kolanu, the movie is produced by Prashanti Tipirneni and Nani under the banner of Wall Poster Cinema and Unanimous Productions. The movie features Nani and Srinidhi Shetty in the lead roles, along with Adil Pala, Rao Ramesh, Brahmaji and Maganti Srinath.
India.com
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
HIT 3 Movie Twitter Review: Nani Shines In Gritty Crime Thriller, Check Honest Feedback Of Fans!
New Delhi: HIT: The Third Case (HIT 3), the Telugu action thriller film, written and directed by Sailesh Kolanu has opened in cinemas today. The Nani-starrer is produced by Prashanti Tipirneni and Nani under Wall Poster Cinema and Unanimous Productions. The movie features Nani and Srinidhi Shetty in the lead roles with Adil Pala, Rao Ramesh, Brahmaji and Maganti Srinath in pivotal parts. HIT: The Third Case (HIT 3) X Review It is third installment in the HIT Universe and the sequel to HIT: The Second Case (2022). Fans watched it FIRST DAY FIRST SHOW, let's check out their honest feedback on X (formerly called Twitter): #Hit3 is a gripping action crime thriller with moments of brilliance. The pre-interval shift ramps up engagement, leading into a second half inspired by Squid Game, packed with cinematic highs, especially in the pre-climax and climax. Stellar production values and cinematography… — Copied_memes_ (@Trend_Matrix) May 1, 2025 #HIT3 - The Third Case :- Loud & Clear Ab ki Baar #ArjunSarkaar HIT3 is not typical Suspense Thriller nor single toned Investigation Thriller! HIT3 is Mainly about Arjun Sarkaar - His Character, Behavior & An Investigation which he gets into with Diff. approach! (1/4) — Hitesh Adusumalli (@hitesh_cinema) May 1, 2025 #HIT3Review Nani Final Act = Goosebumps Unique Concept Sailesh's Tight Screenplay Killer Cameos Twists & Suspense On Point Investigation Scenes = Solid Final Verdict: A Gripping Suspense Thriller that hits the mark!#HIT3 | #Nani | #HIT3TheThirdCase — Parda Phadke (@PardaPhadke) May 1, 2025 One Word - EXCELLENT FILM #Nani Anna in a NEVER SEEN Avatar With PERFECT PUNCH Dialogues SECOND HALF DOMINATES the FIRST HALF Hearty congratulations @NameisNani Anna from darling fan's #HIT3Review #HIT3TheThirdCase — Ashok (@imashok1234) May 1, 2025 The film has music composed by Mickey J Meyer, cinematography handled by Sanu John Varghese and editing by Karthika Srinivas. It has been made on a budget of Rs 60 crore. Nani plays SP Arjun Sarkaar, a no-nonsense police officer known for unwavering dedication and hawk-eye investigative skills. HIT: The Third Case was released worldwide on May 1, 2025 in theatres.
Time of India
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'HIT 3' releases; Find out who is the actor playing the lead in 'HIT: The Fourth Case'
The much-anticipated film ' HIT: The Third Case ' has been released in theatres today. The crime thriller stars Nani as Arjun Sarkaar, in the latest instalment. The film also includes some surprising elements, as the makers confirmed yet another chapter to the franchise and left the fans with delight as they revealed the face of the next part at the end of the film. Spoiler alert A major highlight that surprised audiences was a special cameo by actor Karthi , which confirmed rumors that had been swirling before the release. Just as Nani appeared in 'HIT 2' to connect the franchise, Karthi's brief but impactful appearance in 'HIT 3' sets the stage for ' HIT: The Fourth Case ', where he will take on the lead role as Rathnavel Pandian. The fans have been sharing clips and expressing their enthusiasm for the next installment on social media. Meanwhile, Nani's portrayal of Arjun Sarkaar is being widely appreciated for its intensity, marking a new, darker avatar for the actor. The film's sharp screenplay, realistic action sequences, and atmospheric cinematography were well received by the audiences. Intense and surprising climax In the climax of HIT: The Third Case, fans were thrilled to spot a special cameo by Adivi Sesh , who played the lead in the second installment of the HIT franchise . During the film's pre-release event, Sesh himself praised the last 30 minutes of the movie, calling it stunning and full of surprises. 'HIT: The Third Case' opened to mixed but generally positive reviews. Fans praised Nani's intense and gritty portrayal of Arjun Sarkaar, a tough officer investigating a series of brutal murders across India. Fans appreciated the film's technical aspects, including realistic action choreography, and cinematography. The film's violence and mature content earned it an 'A' certificate. After its theatrical release, it will be streaming on Netflix in multiple languages.
