1. The 'Dhurandhar' Tsunami: ₹600 Crores and Counting!
Aditya Dhar’s spy-thriller Dhurandhar isn’t just a hit; it’s a monster. As of this morning (Day 14), the Ranveer Singh starrer has officially crossed the ₹422 Crore mark in India and smashed ₹600 Crores worldwide! While Ranveer’s "Hamza" is being hailed as his fiercest avatar yet, the internet is still fighting over who owns the film. The Akshaye Khanna fan club is growing louder by the day, calling his portrayal of the brooding antagonist "Rehman Dakait" the performance of the year.
SantaBanta Whisper: Insiders say the film’s "hyper-violent" second half is bringing in repeat audiences just for the adrenaline rush.
2. The Strategic Retreat: Ikkis Moves to 2026
In a smart (and safe) move, Dinesh Vijan has officially pushed the release of the Agastya Nanda starrer Ikkis. Originally slated for a Christmas clash, the Sriram Raghavan war drama will now release on January 1, 2026. Why the delay? Two words: Avatar & Dhurandhar. With the Hollywood giant releasing tomorrow and Ranveer refusing to slow down, Ikkis has chosen a solo run in the New Year.
Verdict: A wise decision. Let the big boys fight it out this week!
3. D-Day Tomorrow: Avatar: Fire and Ash
The biggest threat to Indian cinema lands tomorrow. Avatar: Fire and Ash (Avatar 3) hits screens on December 19th. Trade analysts are predicting a massive opening that could finally put a brake on the Dhurandhar express. Will the Na'vi fire extinguish Bollywood's spy fever? We’ll know by Friday night!
4. Emotional Moment: Sunny Deol Misses Dharam Paaji
The industry is still reeling from the emotional Border 2 teaser launch earlier this week. Sunny Deol, making his first public appearance since the passing of legendary Dharmendra, broke down on stage while launching the teaser on Vijay Diwas. When the new rendition of "Sandese Aate Hai" played (featuring a contemporary touch, confirmed by Bhushan Kumar), there wasn't a dry eye in the house.
Mark your calendars: Border 2 storms cinemas on January 23, 2026.
5. Meanwhile... Kapil Sharma Holds the Fort
Amidst the spy wars and sci-fi giants, Kapil Sharma is quietly making people laugh. Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2, released last Friday (Dec 12), is holding steady in tier-2 cities. It might not be a blockbuster, but it's the perfect comic relief we need right now!
SantaBanta Prediction: This weekend belongs to the clash of the titans—Ranveer vs. James Cameron. Grab your popcorn, folks!
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