Ranveer Singh-led Dhurandhar continues to enjoy a historic run at the box office. With every passing day, the film is creating new records, and how! On Day 19, the film recorded a collection of Rs 20.40 crore. It has now entered the 600 crore club and even crushed Chhaava at the box office. Dhurandhar box office collection Riding high on an extraordinary, record-shattering spree and a super-strong Monday, Dhurandhar continued its victory lap with a terrific Rs 20.40 crore nett (India) on Tuesday, Day 19. With this, the total collection of the film now stands at Rs 619.30 crore domestically. This kind of weekday resilience, marked by consistency and repeat viewership, reinforces what has now become an unprecedented box office trajectory. With the Christmas festive season and New Year celebrations on the horizon, the magnum opus is ready to pull off some crazy numbers. To note, despite the release of Avatar: Fire and Ash, the film didn’t slow down. Detailed breakdown of Dhurandhar box office collection Week 1: Rs 218.00 croreWeek 2: Rs 261.50 croreThird Weekend: Rs 99.70 croreDay 18, Monday: Rs 19.70 croreDay 19, Tuesday: Rs 20.40 crore TOTAL INDIA NETT: Rs 619.30 crore With such a collection, Dhurandhar has become the fifth highest-grossing Indian film of all time domestically. Pushpa 2: The Rule – Rs 830.10 croreJawan – Rs 643.87 croreStree 2 – Rs 627.02 croreDhurandhar – Rs 619.30 crore**Chhaava – Rs 600.10 croreAnimal – Rs 554.00 crorePathaan – Rs 543.22 croreGadar 2 – Rs 525.50 crore About Dhurandhar Released worldwide on December 5, the film stars Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, Sara Arjun, Rakesh Bedi, and Arjun Rampal in prominent roles. Inspired by real events, it follows an Indian spy who infiltrates Pakistani gangs to extract information about potential attacks on India. Part 2 of the film is set to arrive in March 2026. Reacting for the first time to the overwhelming love, Ranveer shared a deeply grateful Instagram story that resonated across the industry. In his story, Ranveer wrote, “Kismat ki ek bohut khoobsurat aadat hai, ki woh waqt aane par badalti hai... Lekin filhal... Nazar aur sabr” (sic). In his message, Ranveer expressed heartfelt gratitude to the audience, acknowledging the faith, patience, and unwavering support that stood by him through time.
24 December,2025 12:22 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActress Divya Seth Shah took to her social media account to wish her veteran actress mother, Sushma Seth, on her 90th birthday. Sharing a carousel post featuring pictures of her mother along with herself, her late daughter Mihika and her other family and friends. “Today and every day we celebrate you, Mum. Your Integrity Your Talent Your Empathy Your insight Your love in every lifetime – may we be yours. 90,” with a fit arm emoticon. Her mother, Sushma Seth, has been a part of the Bollywood industry for many decades. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Divya Seth Shah (@divyasethshah) Along with her other roles, she is popularly remembered as Shah Rukh Khan, aka Rahul’s grandmother in the movie Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham or for Lajjo in the movie Kal Ho Na Ho. Talking about Divya Seth, the actress resumed work and was back on sets a few days ago. The actress had documented the first day of her shoot after the demise of her daughter. She had shared a video on her social media, showcasing her day as she prepared for the shoot. She also penned a long note in the caption that read, “I approached my first shoot day after you left with much trepidation. What if I couldn’t bear it? What if I dissolved into tears? What if you were right there, holding my hand, cheering me on, just not at the door to see me off at 4:00 am or asking me when I had returned if I had eaten But I will soldier on. It’s the only way I know how to survive.” For the uninitiated, Divya Seth Shah’s daughter Mihika Shah, aged 23, passed away on August 5, 2024, in Mumbai. She passed away following a brief illness that included a high-grade fever and a seizure. It left the family and the film-TV community in deep mourning. On the work front, Divya began her career in the late 1980s and gained popularity through television, especially with the iconic sitcom ‘Hum Log’. She has also been a part of hit movies like Dil Dhadakne Do, English Vinglish, Jab We Met, and Haider. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
24 December,2025 12:21 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSBollywood actress Bhagyashree, on Tuesday, took to her social media to express gratitude for her “Banaras trip” and also share her experience. Sharing a beautiful picture of herself from the trip, Bhagyashree wrote, ““Banaras was an experience that was so fulfilling. The darshan, the boat ride on the Ganges, the overwhelming peace within.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bhagyashree (@bhagyashree.online) The image shared by Bhagyashree featured the actress standing by the ghats of Banaras, captured from behind in a serene moment. In the background, the sacred Ganges can be seen flowing, with boats, steps of the ghats, and temples also visible under the sky. On Monday, Bhagyshree had taken to her social media to give her fans a sneak peek into the local delicacies and indulgence. Bhagyashree highlighted that any visit to Banaras is incomplete without sampling malaiyo and called it a must-try delicacy. Her husband, Himalaya Dasani, was also seen accompanying her. Sharing her photos on her social media account, she wrote, “Benaras street food! Malaiyo nahi khaya toh kya khaya! Tandoori chai kullad mein aur chaat ka maaza galliyon mein. Benarasi paan ka photo le nahi payi Lekin ab sochkar uski yaad zaruri aayi. #streetfood #varanasi #benaras #malaiyo #foodstagram.” (sic) Earlier, Bhagyashree had also shared glimpses of herself seated on a boat, sailing along the river Ganga, and also introduced the oarsman who made her boat ride at Dashashwamedh Ghat in Kashi a memorable experience. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
24 December,2025 11:55 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSActress Deepika Padukone was in the news this year after her exit from Spirit due to her demand for an eight-hour workday. This move sparked a huge debate, with several filmmakers and actors sharing their opinions on work-life balance. Joining the bandwagon is new mom Kiara Advani, who swears by three mantras in her life. Kiara Advani on eight-hour workday In an interview with Vogue, Kiara opened up about the ongoing debate surrounding the idea of an eight-hour workday in the film industry. When asked about it, she opined, “Burnout helps no one in any industry.” She also spoke about the ‘three-word mantra’ that she uses at work and at home with those she works with: “Dignity. Balance. Respect.” When asked about her cure for mental exhaustion, Kiara shared that it was the “sound of Saraayah giggling in her sleep.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by KIARA (@kiaraaliaadvani) Kiara Advani on motherhood Revealing how motherhood has made her more focused and ambitious, Kiara said, “I’ve never been more ambitious. Motherhood expands you. The fire within you becomes more focused.” For Kiara, moments with Saraayah have become her priority. “When I’m with Saraayah, I’m really with her. When I bathe her, I notice everything—her eyelashes, her tiny fingers, her giggles. These micro-moments feel so precious,” she shared. Kiara also said, “After delivery, a part of me thought, ‘I’ve done this before, I’ll do it again.’ Then I realised it’s not about having the best body. Now, whatever shape or size I am in, I will always respect my body. You have to respect what your body can do for you.” On July 15, Kiara Advani announced the arrival of her first child. She welcomed a baby girl with her husband, Sidharth Malhotra. Sharing the joyous news, the couple posted a note that read, “Our hearts are full and our world forever changed. We are blessed with a baby girl.” They later revealed that they named their daughter Saraayah. Kiara Advani upcoming movies Kiara’s first film after embracing motherhood will be Toxic. Directed by Geetu Mohandas, the film also stars Yash. Her first look was unveiled by the makers this week. It captures Kiara Advani in a moment of striking complexity. While the poster initially places her in a glamorous spotlight against a vibrant circus backdrop, a closer inspection reveals a character defined by profound emotional layers.
24 December,2025 11:36 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAs Dhurandhar's exceptional run continues at the box office, the actors are also at the forefront, basking in the success and all the praise coming their way. Just like Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna, many are in awe of Arjun Rampal's portrayal of the brutal and ruthless character in the multi-starrer film, which has emerged as one of the biggest action blockbusters of the year. Arjun Rampal on his character in Dhurandhar Arjun Rampal plays the role Major Iqbal, a calculating ISI mastermind. His cold character has drawn widespread praise for its intensity and brutality. During a recent interview with Grazia India, the actor spoke about the emotional toll of playing the character and his longing to detach from the role after the filming wrapped. He shared, “I wanted to get out of the character as soon as I could. One of the important reasons to do it was that it is an important film to do. To see the event is one thing; what happened behind the scenes to see those events taking place is something that would excite me as an audience. I felt horrible when you’re doing it because you love your country so much, but I guess that’s what an actor’s job is and you just dive into it." About Dhurandhar Dhurandhar is helmed by Aditya Dhar and produced under the banners of Jio Studios and B62 Studios. The large-scale action entertainer that shows the bravery of India’s special agents operating in Pakistan. The actioner features a powerhouse ensemble cast of Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Akshaye Khanna, and Sara Arjun. Interestingly, the film is inspired by real-life events linked to National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, wherein Ranveer Singh plays a fearless undercover spy. Released on December 5, 2025, the film has been on a record-setting spree at the box office. Riding high on its success, a sequel slated for release in March 2026 has already been announced by the makers. As of day 20 since its release, Dhurandhar's total box office collection is nearing Rs 900 crore, cementing it's position as the highest-grossing hits of 2025.
24 December,2025 11:34 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActress Ameesha Patel recently spoke about her film Humraaz 2 and shared her confidence in the upcoming sequel. Speaking exclusively to IANS, the Gadar actress highlighted how the strong recall value of the original film has created curiosity and excitement among audiences. Ameesha expressed that the popularity of Humraaz continues to work in the sequel’s favour, giving Humraaz 2 a solid foundation and strong box office potential. The actress shared, “I think, more than me, more than Bobby, and more than Akshaye, of course, this film has been worked upon. And the sequel is already a drastic mark, so the sequel will do good business, because the audience already loves it, and they are excited for it. But I think more than us, the producers, you know, they are excited about it. Because their film is the most popular for another franchise, so that's great.” Humraaz, which was directed by the duo Abbas–Mustan, starred Bobby Deol, Akshaye Khanna, and Ameesha Patel in the lead roles. The romantic thriller marked the third collaboration between Deol and the director duo. The film was loosely inspired by the 1998 American thriller A Perfect Murder, which itself was a remake of Alfred Hitchcock’s Dial M for Murder (1954), based on Frederick Knott’s 1952 stage play. Humraaz was later remade in Tamil as Girivalam. The film’s soundtrack, composed by Himesh Reshammiya, emerged as one of the highest-selling Bollywood albums of the year. Humraaz was released on 5 July 2002. Back in July, fans expressed their excitement for Humraaz 2 after Ameesha Patel revisited fond memories from the past. She posted a throwback photograph from over two decades ago, clicked during the promotions of her 2002 film. The throwback picture also featured her co-stars Bobby Deol and Akshaye Khanna. The post sparked nostalgia and renewed buzz around a possible sequel. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
24 December,2025 11:34 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSMegastar Amitabh Bachchan got emotional after watching his grandson, actor Agastya Nanda's performance in Ikkis. Big B, who recently attended a screening of the upcoming war biopic, took to his blog and penned a heartfelt note. Revisiting some rare memories from the time when Agastya was born to watching him on the big screen, Amitabh Bachchan wrote, "Emotions flow.. As do they tonight when you witness the grandson excel in IKKIS .. the time when his Mother, Shweta is being rushed to Breach Candy Hospital as she encounters final labour pains .. his birth .. holding him barely a few hours later, and discussing whether his eyes were blue .. to the time when he grew a bit and holding him in my arms, and he fiddles with my beard .. to his growth .. to the final personal decision of his to be an actor, and tonight to see him in frame, unable to take my eyes off each time he fills the frames of the film." Hailing Agastya's performance in the film, Big B described how he showcased an "unfiltered honesty" while portraying Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal. "When he is in the frame you only watch him .. and this is not a grandfather speaking, this is a hardened viewer of cinema.. And the film flawless in its presentation.. its writing.. its Direction..And when it ends .. the eyes filled with tears of joy and pride.. unable to speak out.. In silence. The silence that belongs to me.. my understanding.. no other," he concluded. On Monday, Amitabh Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan attended the special screening of Ikkis in Mumbai. Agastya's sister, Navya Naveli Nanda, was also present. Directed by Sriram Raghavan, Ikkis is a war biopic based on Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, the youngest recipient of the Param Vir Chakra. The film also stars the late Dharmendra, Jaideep Ahlawat, Suhasini Mulay, Sikander Kher and Rahul Dev. It will be released on January 1, 2026. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
24 December,2025 11:16 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIAkshaye Khanna is currently basking in the success of his recent release Dhurandhar. His role as Rehman Dakait has wooed audiences and even got them grooving to Flipperachi’s FA9LA. The actor has several projects in his kitty, including Drishyam 3. However, reports are rife that he has walked out of Ajay Devgn’s thriller over creative and remuneration differences. Akshaye Khanna quits Drishyam 3? According to a report by Bollywood Machine, the actor has walked out of the much-anticipated sequel due to a combination of monetary and creative differences with the makers. Akshaye demanded a substantial hike in his remuneration following the phenomenal box-office performance of Dhurandhar. In addition to the financial aspect, the actor also allegedly sought significant changes to his on-screen look for Drishyam 3. These demands are said to have led to disagreements, eventually prompting him to step away from the project. These reports come days after makers officially announced Drishyam 3, sharing that the film is all set to release on October 2. The original ensemble star cast, including Ajay Devgn, Tabu, Shriya Saran, Rajat Kapoor, and other celebrated actors, returns for this edge-of-the-seat edition. As per reports, makers are planning to release the Malayalam version and Hindi film simultaneously to avoid spoilers. About Dhurandhar Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar features an ensemble cast including Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, Sara Arjun, R. Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal. The spy action thriller continues its stellar run at the box office, having already crossed the Rs 800 crore mark globally. The film sheds light on Operation Lyari and events behind the Mumbai attacks. Meanwhile, Dhurandhar’s second part will be released in theatres on March 19, 2026. The first part of the film was 3 hours and 35 minutes long. Akshaye Khanna’s upcoming movies Akshaye Khanna is set to play Asuraguru Shukracharya in HanuMan fame Prasanth Varma's upcoming superhero film, Mahakali. Directed by Puja Kolluru and produced by RKD Studios, Mahakali will mark Khanna's debut in Telugu cinema. Akshaye Khanna is also starring in a film headlined by Sunny Deol. Said to be an intense action thriller, the movie is reportedly titled Ikka. It is currently in production. Maharaj fame Siddharth P. Malhotra is helming the project.
24 December,2025 09:23 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIt’s a happy occasion for the Roshan family as Rajesh Roshan’s son, Eshaan Roshan, tied the knot with his fiancée, Aishwarya Singh, on 23rd December. The wedding was attended by the entire Roshan family, including his cousin Hrithik Roshan. In a video surfacing on the internet, the War 2 actor is seen dancing his heart out at his cousin’s wedding. Joining him were his sons, Hrehaan and Hridhaan. Hrithik Roshan dances with sons In a video, which has now emerged on social media platforms, Hrithik is seen dancing with Hrehaan, Hridhaan, and Saba. They were joined on the dance floor by his niece, Suranika Soni, and cousin, Pashmina Roshan. They danced to Sukhbir's 1999 song Ishq Tera Tadpave. Ahead of this, Hrithik was also seen grooving to dhol beats in the baarat. The actor looked dapper in an all-black kurta with subtle detailing, while Saba stunned in green lehenga. Reacting to the video, a fan said, "Hrithik Roshan's kids have inherited all the right things." A comment read, "The Roshan brothers don’t just dance, they set the stage on fire! Absolute showstoppers at Eshaan’s wedding!" The Roshan boys rock the dance floor at Eshaan’s wedding. #HrithikRoshan #HrehaanRoshan #HridaanRoshan pic.twitter.com/xMwcG8c2jD — HrithikRules.com (@HrithikRules) December 23, 2025 The celebrations were also joined by Hrithik’s girlfriend, Saba Azad, who looked pretty in ethnic wear as she posed with Hrithik. Hrithik and Saba were earlier seen attending the Mehendi ceremony in coordinated traditional outfits. Apart from this, Hrithik’s ex-wife, Sussanne Khan, also attended the soiree with beau Arslan Goni. On Tuesday, Hrithik's father, filmmaker Rakesh Roshan, shared a family picture on Instagram. He wrote, "Eshaan Roshan weds Aishwariya, blessings & God bless!" View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rakesh Roshan (@rakesh_roshan9) Hrithik Roshan’s upcoming movies The actor was last seen in Ayan Mukerji's War 2, which also starred Jr NTR and Kiara Advani. The YRF film received a lukewarm response at the box office. He is also set to appear in Alpha, the first female-led YRF Spy Universe film. He will soon don the director’s hat as he is all set to helm Krrish 4. The update was announced by his father, Rakesh Roshan. He is set to foray into OTT debut as a producer with a new thriller series, Storm. It boasts a cast led by Parvathy Thiruvothu, Alaya F, Srishti Shrivastava, Rama Sharma, and Saba Azad. With production scheduled to begin soon, Storm is touted to be a high-stakes thriller drama set against the backdrop of Mumbai.
24 December,2025 08:42 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent‘Ghajini’ with Salman in lead Aamir Khan in ‘Ghajini’; (right) Salman Khan in ‘Tere Naam’ Producer Boney Kapoor has revealed that he once planned to make Ghajini (2008) with Salman Khan in the lead after watching the original Tamil film starring Suriya. Speaking to Rediff, Boney said Salman’s look in Tere Naam (2003) convinced him he was ideal for the role. “With his chiselled physique and his hair pruned, he would be a perfect fit for Suriya’s role,” he said. Recalling how the project slipped away, he added, “For almost six months, Madhu Mantena kept assuring me, ‘Ho jayega.’ When Aamir finally consented, they decided to produce the film themselves, and I lost out.” Cocktail on the house Rashmika Mandanna, Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon The 2025 shooting schedule of Cocktail 2 has officially wrapped, with filmmaker Abhishek Kapur confirming the update via an Instagram Story. He shared a picture of the film’s slate that read, “Final slate for the film this year. Schedule 2025 wrapped,” instantly setting social media abuzz. The story was later reshared by director Homi Adajania. Adding a light-hearted touch, the slate also featured a playful note saying, “Homi ki fauj ne kalir mauj.” The wrap comes after delays during the Delhi schedule due to security concerns and rising pollution levels (Cocktail 2 shoot postponed, December 11). Along with Shahid Kapoor, the film also stars Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna. It is scheduled to arrive in cinemas in the second half of 2026. ‘Cocktail 2’ wrap-up clapboard Focussing on work-life balance Anil Kapoor Bollywood icon Anil Kapoor recently spoke about the need for work-life balance, urging people to move away from the culture of constant hustle. Reflecting on modern work habits, the actor said, “What’s the point of working 24×7? We have forgotten how to chill.” He noted that while people are constantly grinding, they often overlook the importance of rest and downtime. Anil added, “Many people have achieved thousands of times more than we have. These successful people not only work hard, but also make time to relax, take holidays, and enjoy their lives.” On the work front, Anil was last seen in War 2. He’ll next be seen in King, and Alpha. Netizens not impressed Ananya Panday; (right) Kartik Aaryan in ‘Saat Samundar’ song Actors Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday’s Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, releasing on Christmas, has run into controversy following the recreated version of the iconic Saat Samundar Paar song. Notably, mid-day had earlier reported that filmmaker Rajiv Rai had warned the film’s team of legal action over the use of the song’s beats (‘The label can’t put my music in a film without my consent’, December 4). Rai had expressed disappointment that the banner and music label used the track without his consent, saying, “While some rights rest with Saregama, my agreement didn’t allow the song to be used in other films.” The new version has also drawn sharp criticism online, with fans calling it an unnecessary remake of a ’90s classic.
24 December,2025 07:38 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist TeamEver since Sanjay Leela Bhansali announced Love & War in January 2024, fans have been eager to get a peek into the world of the Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal-starrer. Well, that may happen sooner than later. Sources have told mid-day that Bhansali is likely to share the first glimpse of the romantic saga in January 2026. “The idea always was that the team will put out an asset in January to tease the audience about the world they have in store. It could be an official poster or images from the set, which Bhansali has meticulously created. The audience has already seen the actors’ avatars through leaked pictures. But now, the director wants people to see his vision of Love & War,” said a source. Even though the first promotional asset will be unveiled in January 2026, there is no word on when the film will arrive in cinemas, after its March 19 release was postponed. Meanwhile, we’ve heard the shoot is nearing completion. Another source shared, “A few days ago, Alia shot for a wedding sequence with Ranbir in Mumbai. Now, she has only the climax left to shoot with the leads, after which it will be a wrap for her. The male leads, however, will continue to shoot for another six weeks.” New release date? The buzz is that Sanjay Leela Bhansali is keen on releasing ‘Love & War’ on August 14, even as Ranbir Kapoor feels a June release would be better as it offers a sufficient gap between the romantic saga and ‘Ramayan Part 1’
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