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India.com
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Saiyaara Box Office Collection Day 2: Ahaan Panday's debut inches closer to Rs 50 crore, beats Sitaare Zameen Par and...,
Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda's debut film, Saiyaara, is turning out to be a box office sensation. Directed by Mohit Suri and backed by Yash Raj Films, the romantic drama has earned a stunning Rs 46.63 crore in just two days. It's now just shy of the Rs 50 crore milestone, an extraordinary feat for a film led by newcomers. After a roaring Rs 20 crore opening day, the film jumped another 22.05% on Day 2 (Saturday), earning Rs 25.63 crore. Film critic Taran Adarsh called it a wave and wrote, 'The Saiyaara wave has swept across the nation.' He praised its 'phenomenal' occupancy in both metro cities and smaller towns, from multiplexes to single screens. Beating the big names On its opening day, Saiyaara outperformed Housefull 5, Raid 2, Sikandar, and Sitaare Zameen Par. Sitaare Zameen Par earned around Rs 20.20 Cr in India on its second day for all languages on day 2. On BookMyShow, it sold 4.19 lakh tickets on Day 1, second only to Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava, which sold 6.69 lakh tickets. Top 3 BookMyShow Day-1 Ticket Sales (2025): Chhaava – 6.69 lakh Saiyaara – 4.19 lakh Housefull 5 – 2.95 lakh Where did it do best? On July 19, the film achieved an overall occupancy rate of 51.24%, with night shows exceeding 70%. Delhi-NCR had over 1,000 shows, while Bengaluru, Jaipur, and Lucknow had the highest turnouts. About Saiyaara Ahaan Panday plays Krish Kapoor, a rising singer navigating love, ambition, and heartbreak. He meets Vaani (played by Aneet Padda), a principled songwriter. Sparks fly, but things take a turn when she pulls a knife on him at an event, forcing him to walk away. From love to betrayal to standing ovations, Saiyaara is off to a thunderous start, and the weekend numbers may be even bigger.


India.com
a day ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Bad news for Aamir Khan, Ahaan Panday's Saiyaara beats Sitaare Zameen Par, biggest debut to… - Check day 2's prediction at box office
In a year packed with superstar flops and formula fatigue, a film with zero household names just stormed the box office. Saiyaara, featuring debutants Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, has done what few expected: it opened to Rs 19.6 crore on Day 1, bigger than most big-banner releases of the year. Saiyaara Box Office collection day 2 prediction After a massive opening, Saiyaara is expected to continue its strong momentum at the box office on Day 2. With good word-of-mouth and a weekend advantage, the film may earn around Rs 15–17 crore today, the first Saturday. expects the movie to cross Rs 35 crore after seeing the majority of seats booked on Book My Show. We are also waiting for report. Directed by Mohit Suri and produced by YRF CEO Akshaye Widhani, Saiyaara is a romantic drama starring two fresh faces. The film had generated steady buzz through its music and trailer, but no one predicted this level of mania at the ticket counters. Saiyaara's opening day collection According to Sacnilk's report, Saiyaara pulled in Rs 19.6 crore on its first day — the biggest opening ever for a Hindi film with debut leads. That's more than: Sitaare Zameen Par (Aamir Khan) – Rs 10.7 crore Sky Force (Akshay Kumar) – Rs 12.25 crore Even Dhadak (Janhvi Kapoor & Ishaan Khatter) – Rs 8.76 crore It also recorded 44.33% Hindi occupancy on Friday — a huge number for any non-action or non-franchise film. Many directors and producers have also praised Saiyaara. One among them is Madhur Bhandarkar, when he took to X and wrote, 'Saiyaara has shattered every myth about launching newcomers: no big names, no big PR, just raw talent and fearless storytelling. In an industry obsessed with stars, Saiyaara proved that audiences are ready for the unpredictable. A bold reminder. It's not about who you know. It's about what you bring. Exciting times for Hindi cinema.' About Saiyaara Saiyaara is helmed by Mohit Suri and produced by YRF CEO Akshaye Widhani. Even before the film's release, Saiyaara's songs had already been making headlines.


Mint
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Movie theatres are back to being prime drivers of Bollywood revenue as OTT cools
After years of playing second fiddle to streaming and satellite TV, the big screen is back in business. With recent Hindi and Telugu blockbusters raking in far higher box office numbers than money from satellite or music rights, movie theatres have reclaimed their spot as the biggest money-spinner for filmmakers—a sharp shift from the pandemic years. Allu Arjun-starrer Pushpa 2: The Rule, for instance, made over ₹1,233 crore at the box office, while digital, satellite and music rights brought in around ₹400 crore for the makers. Other titles such as period drama Chhaava and horror comedy Stree 2, which unexpectedly went to earn around ₹600 crore each at the box office, are estimated to have each earned between ₹120 crore and ₹130 crore from the sale of ancillary rights, according to trade experts. The experts pointed out that OTT (over-the-top) platforms have become cautious and selective, reducing their contribution to a film's overall revenue to 30% or less, compared to over 50% during the pandemic. Alongside, the satellite TV market has cooled precipitously and music rights are on the decline. This indicates that cinemas are back to bringing the biggest chunk of returns, prompting filmmakers to begin to produce and market films for theatres first. According to the Ficci-EY media and entertainment report 2025 that was released in March, incomes from theatrical releases accounted for over 70% of the overall revenue of a film in 2024, while ancillary rights like digital and broadcast brought in 23%. In contrast, in 2021, theatricals made up 48% of the overall revenue of a film, while ancillary rights contributed 50.5%. Further, in 2024, satellite TV rights sales stood at ₹1,300 crore, significantly lower than ₹2,100 crore in 2018. Ashish Saksena, chief operating officer, cinemas, BookMyShow, pointed out that the industry is witnessing a recalibration, where producers, especially those investing in mid-to large-scale stories, are anchoring their strategies around a theatrical-first model once again. A case in point is Aamir Khan's deliberate decision to give his production Sitaare Zameen Par a theatrical release and retain the theatrical window run for a long duration. Calling it a thoughtful reaffirmation of cinema as a communal experience form, Saksena said it signals renewed confidence in the box office while reasserting the enduring value of the big screen format. Film producer Anand Pandit said that OTT platforms and satellite channels are more selective now with what they acquire, and even music revenues depend heavily on social media traction. 'These platforms still contribute, but they're no longer leading the way like they did for a few years," Pandit said. 'This is an opportunity to expand our imagination beyond old revenue models and focus on theatrical releases. This is the time to create immersive, emotionally resonant cinema that can draw audiences to theatres." 'Movie channels were, at one time, drivers of reach, but that isn't the case anymore," Neeraj Vyas, former business head, Sony Entertainment Television, Sony SAB, PAL and Sony MAX Movie Cluster, had told Mint in an earlier interview. 'There have been many FTA (free-to-air) launches that take eyeballs away from the pay TV universe." Entertainment industry experts like Pandit emphasize that OTT platforms are no longer in the content-buying race the way they were in 2020-21. Their focus has shifted from quantity to quality and profit. Satellite channels, on the other hand, are dealing with changing audience behaviour. TV viewership patterns are shifting, especially among younger audiences, and advertising revenue doesn't support the acquisition of films at exorbitant rates. As a result, they've become very selective, too. Further, with music, only a few songs really break out and drive revenue in a market where paid subscriptions aren't exactly growing. Unless something goes viral, the returns are limited. So overall, purse strings are tightening across the board. The market has changed, and the easy pre-release revenue models producers once relied on have shrunk. 'Prices have now rationalized after the initial bubble burst. Producers are back to relying on revenues from the theatrical business and the good part is films are also breaching the ₹500-600 crore box-office mark. This means the theatrical model is robust and you just have to ensure the content and math of the budget are right," said Bhumika Tiwari, head of content acquisition and film distribution (worldwide) at Dharma Productions. Over the past two years, films like Pathaan, Jawan, Gadar 2, Animal, Stree 2 and Chhaava have crossed the ₹500-600 crore mark at the box office. 'We've seen first-hand how the theatrical ecosystem in India has consistently anchored the film industry's commercial and cultural relevance. While the revenue mix has evolved over the years, theatrical contribution is one metric that has been steady in the life cycle of a film. Its ability to generate both economic value and audience engagement at scale, repeatedly is unmatched," Saksena said.


Mint
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
‘Tanvi the Great' premieres with 'Buy 1 Get 1' offer amid clash with love flick 'Saiyaara'
Tanvi the Great: Anupam Kher directorial movie hit the silver screen on Friday, July 18. The filmmakers are offering 'Buy 1 Get 1' offer amid clash with Yash Raj Film's Saiyaara Yash. Cinephiles can avail the offer on BookMyShow using the code 'TANVI.' This offer is applicable only today. Produced under the banners Anupam Kher Studio and NFDC, the film features 160 minutes runtime. Alongside lead actors Anupam Kher and Shubhangi, the star cast includes, "Jackie Shroff, Arvind Swami, Boman Irani, Pallavi Joshi, Karan Tacker, Nasser, and Iain Glen. Film Trade analyst Taran Adarsh in a post on X stated, ''TANVI THE GREAT' ANNOUNCES BOGO OFFER – ADVANCE BOOKINGS OPEN – ARRIVES IN CINEMAS *TOMORROW*... Team #TanviTheGreat has announced a #BOGO [Buy One Get One] free ticket offer for *Friday*, the day of release [18 July 2025], on #BookMyShow.' The narrative follows an autistic girl Tanvi who seeks to fulfil her late father's dream to salute the Indian flag at Siachen. Determined to carry forward his dream, she sets off to join the Army. The trade analyst gave 3.5 rating to this social drama and called it 'soul-stirring cinematic experience.' The emotionally driven storytelling keeps you engaged and emotionally invested for the most part, the goings-on do get slow-paced and stretched in the post-interval portions... A crisper narrative would've only enhanced the impact, " Taran Adarsh added. A user wrote, 'May be this movie would not be in blockbuster collection but I am sure this can win your hearts! The story emotion engagement will be felt throughout movie. Also without any chaos !' Another user remarked, 'Cinema that heals, inspires, and makes you think. Hats off....' A third user stated, 'Just walked out of the #TanviTheGreat screening in Mumbai…With tears in my eyes… something truly magical.' Filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar in a post on X stated, "Congratulations to the #TanviTheGreat team! This film is truly inspiring and heartfelt, taking viewers on an emotional journey. 'Anupam Kher sir direction impresses, adding depth & sensitivity to every scene. #Shubhangi is captivating as #Tanvi, delivering a performance that stays with you long after the credits roll. . An experience that lingers with you!'
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First Post
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- First Post
Travis Scott India Tour 2025: Global singer to extend his India tour with an additional performance in Mumbai
Taking to his Instagram handle, Scott shared his schedule of performances in Asia as a part of the Maximus World Tour read more Global singer Travis Scott is coming to India and his show in Delhi is already sold out for October. The name is CIRCUS MAXIMUS WORLD TOUR. But the singer is extending his tour by adding an additional performance in Mumbai that will happen at Mahalaxmi Race Course on November 19. The tickets will go live on 19th, 2025, at 12 noon (PM) IST, exclusively on BookMyShow. Rap icon Scott is set to perform in New Delhi at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on October 18, 2025. The event is produced and promoted by BookMyShow Live, the live entertainment experiential division of BookMyShow, in collaboration with global promoters Live Nation. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Taking to his Instagram handle, Scott shared his schedule of performances in Asia as a part of the Maximus World Tour. He will start his Asia tour with India, followed by stops at Seoul in Korea, Sanya in China and Tokyo in Japan. Scott has already wrapped up the European leg of his Circus Maximus tour last year. The tour saw him play at arenas across North America and Europe, including Tottenham Hotspur's 62,000-capacity soccer stadium in London. One of the remarkable moments of Scott's 'Circus Maximus World Tour' came when singer Kanye West joined Travis Scott as a special guest during his performance at Orlando last year. As per TMZ, Travis told the crowd, 'I wouldn't be here on this stage without my brother, man. He opened up these doors for me. … Make some noise for the greatest of all time.' Singer Scott known for his chart-topping hits like 'SICKO MODE', 'Goosebumps', 'Highest in the room' and 'FE!N'. Travis Scott is considered one of the rap legends who redefined modern hip-hop with his signature psychedelic beats and immersive stage productions. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD His latest album, UTOPIA, shattered streaming records and solidified his place as one of the most influential artists of this generation. With added inputs from agencies