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Similarities Between Good Bad Ugly and OG

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It is widely known that Ajith’s Good Bad Ugly is set to be released in theaters worldwide on April 10, 2025. The film has been successful in creating massive hype among fans and audiences. Also, there are some interesting similarities between Good Bad Ugly and OG.

With GV Prakash joining as the composer for Good Bad Ugly, anticipation soared, and the creators announced that ‘OG Sambhavam’ will drop on March 18. The first single of GBU has been titled OG Sambhavam, which includes the title of Pawan-Sujeeth’s gangster action drama.

Pawan Kalyan’s OG and Ajith Kumar’s Good Bad and Ugly are Similar

OG also has immense hype among Telugu fans, though its filming has been delayed, because of its teaser. Even GBU’s teaser also received tremendous response, and its plot is similar to They Call Him OG. In both the films, the hero is a mafia gangster who leaves his past behind but enters into the same crime world for a reason. 

Moreover, Ajith Kumar and PSPK have a common group of fans, and they are excited about the similarities between Ajith’s Good Bad Ugly and Pawan Kalyan’s OG. Meanwhile, Thala Ajith fans can look forward to exciting moments in Good Bad Ugly.

Good Bad Ugly: Massive Expectations from Ajith’s Film this time

Reportedly, director Adhik Ravichandran has transformed the film into a fan service spectacle, causing immense hype in Tamil Nadu, and the film will have a huge release in Telugu states as well because of Telugu production house Mythri Movie Makers backing it.

Meanwhile, Pawan Kalyan is said to have allotted dates for OG in April, and the movie is planned for a September release if all goes well. The fanboys are set to bring their stars glory at the box office with these two big films. 

Salaar Re-release Storm: Advance Bookings Cross ₹1 Crore

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Prabhas’s Salaar is getting re-released this Friday [21st March], and the advance bookings are trending on a phenomenal note. Released in 2023, the film gained a cult fan base across all heroes’ fans. The craze is exceptional, as Salaar re-release advance bookings cross ₹1 crore.

Salaar Re-Release Storm Shakes the Box Office

In Hyderabad City, the advance bookings gross is close to 50 L, and in all of India, the advance bookings crossed the 1 Cr mark. With 4 days until the release, the shows are getting increased continuously, and it will definitely take one of the biggest openings in rerelease at this pace. 

The film is expected to perform very well on the weekend as well because there are no noted films in competition. Prabhas fans are excited to watch their favorite movie once again, and as Prabhas’s Salaar re-release advance bookings cross ₹1 crore.

Another film, Nani’s Yevade Subramanyam, is also re-releasing on the same day, and the advance bookings opened for this film as well. The interesting thing is March 21st marks the 10th anniversary of the original release date of Yevade Subramanyam.

Grok Mania in Tollywood

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Grok, the AI chatbot, is becoming a sensation on Twitter now. Telugu netizens, especially Tollywood fans, are having a very fun time with it, and the movie teams, like Robinhood and MAD Square, also started using it for promotions now, as Grok Mania spreads in Tollywood.

The next two big releases from Tollywood are Robinhood and Mad Square. Both movies are arriving on 28th March, and they are using Grok AI for their promotional campaign. These funny techniques are being loved by audiences as Grok Mania spreads in Tollywood.

Grok, an AI chatbot, interacts in Telugu slang and evokes varied responses. Some view it as enhancing AI’s relatability, while others fear misuse. Grok shared its views on actors’ performances, stunning some users with its bold responses.

The trend of Telugu movies using the Grok AI will certainly continue for the next films too, as the filmmakers view it as a promotional tool.

Empuraan Takes Over: Historic Advance Booking Trend in Malayalam Cinema

Empuraan sees a hurdle in recent times with some issues in production houses, and Lyca is replaced by Gokulam Movies. Despite all this, the team did not do much promotion. All these issues were sorted recently, and the trailer is expected to arrive very soon.

Empuraan Overseas: Record Bookings

Still, without any aggressive promotions and with the trailer not yet released, the movie’s advance bookings are off to a phenomenal start. The advance bookings opened in the USA, Canada, UK, and Germany, and the shows are already getting sold out. For example, in America, the advance bookings are now at 130K, which is already a record premiere grosser for Malayalam films with still 9 days to release. The same response is seen in the UK and Germany.

The main territory for Mollywood overseas is the Gulf countries, where bookings are expected to open by today or tomorrow, and it will definitely have a record start here. The trade is expecting a 3M range start in overseas markets, which is an all-time record start for a Malayalam cinema. Not only overseas, but in each and every territory, it is expected to create a new benchmark for Malayalam film openings.

Empuraan Set For 40 Cr Opening:

Worldwide, Marakkar is the biggest opener with around 20 Cr till now for Malayalam films. Empuraan is expected to break this record by more than double the margin, which shows how big the opening is. In Kerala, Leo is the biggest and only double-digit opener, and Empuraan is expected to break the Leo record as well. The blockbuster sequel is carrying massive craze. It did theatrical business at a record range, and now bookings are also off at the same level. The film will have a massive weekend as it is releasing on 27th March (Thursday), with a long weekend and Monday being Eid. If WOM is positive, then the numbers will be insane.

Empuraan Trailer Update:

Empuraan’s trailer cut was ready a long time ago and was censored with a duration of 3:51 minutes. Due to recent hurdles, the trailer release was delayed, and the team officially announced yesterday that the update is coming today at 6 PM . The movie has been censored with a U/A certificate and has a runtime of 179.52 minutes.

Empuraan Telugu Release

Dil Raju is releasing the film in Telugu States. Chiranjeevi did the Lucifer remake as God Father. If you want to see the original Lucifer in Telugu to watch Empuraan in theatres. It is streaming on Prime Video. Check it out now on Prime Video!

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Court Day 4 Box Office Trend and Collection

Nani’s most recent film, ‘Court: State vs A Nobody’, continues to dominate the box office, with remarkable collections even after a solid opening weekend. On its fourth day, the Court allegedly grossed over ₹4 crore, accounting for nearly half of its initial earnings. This steady momentum reflects the positive word-of-mouth and audience appreciation for the picture.

‘Court’ has emerged as one of the most anticipated Telugu films of the year, owing to its captivating plot and ensemble cast. The film begins as a love drama, but quickly transforms into a thrilling courtroom thriller that digs into social themes. ‘Court’ has captivated viewers with its unusual narrative and superb performances.
In just four days, the film has grossed over 28.5 crore, setting it up for a spectacular lifetime total.

Unlike earlier Nani-produced films such as ‘Awe’, ‘HIT: The First Case’, and ‘HIT: The Second Case’, which experienced a decline after the weekend, ‘Court’ maintained its momentum. Analysts anticipate it may eclipse ‘HIT 2’s ₹40 crore gross and become Nani’s highest-grossing venture. With favorable trends continuing, ‘Court’ is anticipated to cross ₹50 crore by the weekend, cementing Nani’s image as a successful Telugu film producer.

Coolie is done and dusted

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Rajinikanth, Lokesh Kanagaraj’s movie Coolie shooting has been completed, and the team has provided an official update with a small glimpse. Rajinikanth completed his shooting schedule in this movie and recently has begun filming of Jailer 2. Lokesh Kanagaraj will be spending a significant amount of time now on post-production work, which is projected to take approximately three months to complete. With all post-production operations, the film is expected to conclude by June.

Coolie vs War 2

The makers planned to release the film on Independence weekend but War 2 releasing at same time putting them in huddle, Still makers yet to finalize the release date discussing with distributors, The release date likely to be announced very soon with a teaser.

The movie’s theatrical business is experiencing record-breaking sales, as is the non-theatrical industry. Prime Video purchased the digital rights to Rajinikanth’s film for 120 crore, a record sum. The combination of Rajanikanth and Lokesh Kanagaraj is likely to set new box office records.

Exclusive: SSMB 29 Shifts Gears – Action Done, Song Shoot Begins

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Rajamouli has taken a lot of time to start shooting for SSMB 29. He and Mahesh Babu spent a long time on pre-production work and rehearsals to make everything perfect before going to the sets. The team recently started shooting in Hyderabad and finished a schedule there. After that, they moved to Odisha for the next schedule.

In Odisha, the team completed filming an action sequence. Right now, they are shooting a song under the choreography of Raju Sundaram. This song shoot is expected to be completed by March 22nd.

Once this schedule is done, the team will not take a long break. Within just 10 days, they will begin another schedule at Annapurna Studios in Hyderabad. This movie is a mix of action and mythological elements, which makes it appealing not just in India but also in international markets.

The film has a strong star cast. Prithviraj Sukumaran is playing the villain, while Priyanka Chopra is the lead actress. The movie is being made on a huge budget, and the makers are planning to release it in the summer of 2027.

After completing the shoot, the team will spend almost a year on post-production and promotions to ensure the best quality. The movie will have a grand worldwide release in multiple languages.

Godari Gattu Magic Strikes Again in Chiranjeevi’s Film

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The first promotional content from Venkatesh and Anil Ravipudi’s last Sankranthi movie took the industry by storm. The song Godari Gattu has become a massive sensation, significantly amplifying the film’s buzz. The track played a crucial role in the film’s success, much like previous musical hits in Anil Ravipudi’s movies.

Adding to the excitement, music director Bheems Ceciroleo is continuing his association with Anil Ravipudi for his next project with Mega Star. Additionally, veteran singer and composer Ramana Gogula, known for his iconic songs in Telugu cinema, is lending his voice after a long gap. His inclusion has heightened anticipation, as his unique style has a proven track record of elevating films to blockbuster status.

Recently, Anil Ravipudi, along with his team, visited the Simhachalam temple to seek blessings for the upcoming film. Anil Ravipudi confirmed that this movie will be a family entertainer, crafted to showcase Chiranjeevi’s strengths in comedy and drama. The shoot is set to begin in June, with a planned Sankranti 2026 release. With a strong storyline, energetic music, and Chiranjeevi’s unmatched charisma, this film is poised to be a festival winner.

Chhaava creates history: First 300 crore grosser in Maharashtra

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Chhaava starring Vicky Kaushal had a rampage at the box office even in its 5th weekend. The film has collected more than 20 crore Nett on its 5th weekend in India which is just sensational. For 31 days, Chhaava collected around 520 crores Nett in Hindi and around 625 crores gross. Half of it has come from Maharashtra alone which is phenomenal.

Chhaava also becomes the first film to gross more than 300 crores gross in Maharashtra. The Telugu version also did well on its 2nd weekend raking in a gross of 16-17 crores. The total gross in India till 16th March is around 640 crores. With the overseas numbers, the total worldwide gross will be closer to 750 crores and is set for 800 crore+ in its full run.

This is definitely a great achievement for the team and Vicky Kaushal especially. The film has been delayed for release but has struck gold now. However, the film will short of the coveted 1000 crore gross mark worldwide.

Dilruba 1st weekend Box office collections

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Kiran Abbavaram’s ‘Dilruba’, failed to keep the momentum following the huge success of ‘KA’. Before the film’s release, the movie team was confident in its success and even scheduled premieres. However, from its first showing, ‘Dilruba’ garnered unfavorable reviews and terrible word of mouth, which had a considerable impact on its box office results.

The film made a disappointing ₹1.1 crore on its first day, including premieres. Collections continued to drop over the weekend, rather than increasing. Day 2 collections dropped than the first day, and Day 3 saw tremendous decline, indicating lack of public engagement.

After the first weekend, ‘Dilruba’ earned only ₹2.25 crore gross, with a share of less than ₹1 crore. Given this tendency, these figures are expected to be the film’s final box office total, representing a significant setback for Kiran Abbavaram.

This failure is in stark contrast to the smash triumph of ‘KA’. The bad reception and mediocre collections indicate that ‘Dilruba’ failed to connect with moviegoers, underlining the box office’s unpredictability. Kiran Abbavaram will now have to reconsider his plans for future projects.