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Varun Dhawan In Baby John (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Varun Dhawan’s high-octane action thriller Baby John has officially premiered on a leading streaming platform, bringing an electrifying mix of action and emotion to audiences worldwide. Directed by Kalees and featuring a stellar cast including Keerthy Suresh, Wamiqa Gabbi, Rajpal Yadav, and Jackie Shroff. It also includes special appearances by Salman Khan, Sanya Malhotra, and Sheeba Chaddha.

Produced by Murad Khetani, Priya Atlee, and Jyoti Deshpande, Baby John is presented by Jio Studios in association with Atlee and Cine1 Studios. The gripping storyline revolves around Dcp Satya Verma, who fakes his death to protect his daughter from a ruthless politician, Babbar Sher. As past threats resurface, he is forced to confront his history while risking everything to safeguard his family.

Speaking about the film, producer Atlee described Baby John as a high-energy family entertainer with a strong emotional core. He praised...

3 Reasons Why Netflix Has Gotten Your 2025 Binge List Sorted (Photo Credit – YouTube/Instagram)

The Ott streaming platform Netflix announced its exciting lineup for the year 2025. Needless to say, it has gotten your binge list covered for this year. Here are 3 reasons why Netflix’s list of offerings will leave you spoilt for choices and redefines the digital sphere like never before

3 Reasons Why Netflix Has Gotten Your 2025 Binge List Sorted

1- Exciting Lineup Of Thrillers, Action & Romance

When it comes to romances, the Ott streaming platform offers movies like Aap Jaisa Koi, starring R Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh, and Naadaniyan, which marks the debut of Saif Ali Khan’s son Ibrahim Ali Khan opposite Khushi Kapoor. Then there is the Yami Gautam and Pratik Gandhi starrer romantic flick Dhoom Dhaam which marks a romantic story in the backdrop of an adventure. While the Ishaan Khatter and Bhumi Pednekar starrer...

Netflix has unveiled new Indian originals today for 2025, after releasing teasers of previously-announced projects over the last few weeks.

New tentpole projects include Aryan Khan’s Bollywood-themed series The Ba***ds of Bollywood (The Bads of Bollywood) as well as Akka, written and directed by Dharmaraj Shetty under Yrf Entertainment.

The Ba***ds of Bollywood tells the story of an ambitious outsider and his friends as they navigate the larger-than-life yet uncertain world of Bollywood.

Akka is set in the 1980s matriarchal society of a fictional city of Pernuru, South India, and will star Keerty Suresh, Radhika Apte and Tanvi Azmi.

The streamer also unveiled its first Telugu comedy-drama series Super Subbu, which will star Sundeep Kishan, Mithila Palkar, Murali Sharma and Maanasa Choudhary.

Another Indian series is Glory, which follows a legendary boxing coach named Raghubir Singh, who is forced to reunite with his estranged sons, Dev and Ravi...

Thalapathy Vijay’s Rumored Affair With Trisha Krishnan Has Led To His Separation From Wife Sangeetha Sornalingam? ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

That Thalapathy Vijay is one of the most celebrated superstars of South cinema is known to all. The actor announced his retirement in February 2024, with Jana Nayagan being his last film before he ventures full-fledged into politics. However, amid this, his personal life has also been making quite a lot of noise. It is speculated that the actor is involved in a rumored romantic relationship with actress Trisha Krishnan. This has reportedly led to his alleged separation from his wife, Sangeetha Sornalingam.

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Mahesh Babu praises Sukriti Veni Bandreddi’s stellar debut performance in Gandhi Tatha Chettu (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Mahesh Babu recently shared his review of the film Gandhi Tatha Chettu on social media. The film, directed by Padmavati Malladi and starring Sukriti Veni Bandreddi, was released on January 24. It revolves around Gandhian values.

He appreciated that the film’s story beautifully showcased the principle of non-violence. Therefore, he hailed director Padmavati Malladi for bringing this message to the screen. Mahesh Babu expressed pride over Sukriti Veni Bandreddi. His pride indicated that he was proud to see her growing into a good actor. He was especially impressed by her powerful performance in the film. He encouraged everyone to watch the movie, calling it a “little masterpiece.”

In his post, Mahesh wrote, “This film will stay with you. It is a poignant story about ahimsa beautifully brought to life by @padmamalladi14. So incredibly...

Jackie Shroff Reacts To Baby John’s Flop Verdict At The Box Office! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

There were massive expectations from Varun Dhawan, and Keerthy Suresh led Baby John. The audience outright rejected the action-thriller within the first week of its theatrical run. Actor Jackie Shroff, who played a supporting role in the Christmas release, has reacted to the box office failure.

Kalees’ directorial was released on December 25, 2024. It marked the debut outing of Keerthy Suresh in the Hindi films. Based on Atlee’s Theri, the action thriller enjoyed massive pre-release hype. Unfortunately, it did not live upto the expectations, and the early reviews spoiled the party.

Jackie Shroff on Baby John’s failure

In an interview with India Today, Jackie Shroff broke his silence on the box office failure of Baby John. He said, “Dukh hota hai par khud ke liye nahi, producers ke liye. You tend to do your job with sincerity,...

Baby John Box Office Update! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Varun Dhawan and Keerthy Suresh led Baby John remains one of the biggest disappointments of 2024. The action thriller is made on a high budget, and the negative reviews have deeply impacted the run. It has almost ended its theatrical journey and is officially a flop. Scroll below for the latest box office update!

Released on December 25, 2024, Baby John is directed by Kalees. It is the official adaptation of Atlee’s Theri (2016), which featured Samantha and Thalapathy Vijay in the leading roles. The Hindi version was expected to be another success at the box office, but what happened was rather disappointing.

Closing Box Office Collection

Baby John made earnings of 39.28 crores* net in 16 days of its theatrical run. There has been no update on the last two days as the collections have been miniscule. Amid massive competition, the action thriller has been wiped out of theatres.

Baby John Box Office Collection Day 16 (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The Varun Dhawan starrer actioner Baby John has been witnessing a disastrous run at the box office. The film is an official Hindi remake of Thalapathy Vijay’s Theri and was released on Christmas with a lot of expectations. Here is a look at its box office performance on the 16th day.

Baby John Box Office Collection Day 16

On its 16th day, the day-wise collection of the Varun Dhawan starrer saw a decrease of around 5%. The movie earned around 0.19 crores on its 16th day while it had amassed 0.20 crores on its previous day. The total India net collection of the movie now comes to 39.28 crore.

The film is still struggling to mint 40 crores continuing its pitiable run at the box office. The negative reviews followed by a lack of positive word of mouth also worked adversely for the film. Baby John...

Baby John Box Office Day 15 Update! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Varun Dhawan and Keerthy Suresh worked hard on their action thriller, Baby John. The pre-release hype was massive, but the negative reviews spoiled the party. Kalees’s directorial is now among the top 10 Bollywood flops of 2024. Scroll below for the box office update on day 15.

Near the end of its theatrical run

On the second Wednesday, Baby John made an estimated collection of 0.20 crore*. It remained on similar lines as 0.22 crore* earned on the previous day. The mid-week blues have hit hard as Pushpa 2, Mufasa: The Lion King, and Marco take the lead in footfalls. The 15-day total at the Indian box office concludes at 39.13 crores*.

Tomorrow, Game Changer and Fateh will arrive in Indian theatres. With too many options and poor performance, Baby John will likely be washed out of theatres.

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Bollywood star Varun Dhawan has been in the spotlight recently for multiple reasons, including his latest film Baby John. While the film received a positive response from both critics and audiences, Varun’s personal life has also been making headlines.

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Varun Dhawan’s fortune seems to be on the rise post his daughter’s birth. According to property registration documents sourced via IndexTap, Varun has purchased a luxurious new apartment in Mumbai’s Juhu locality.

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Baby John Box Office Collection Day 13 Update! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

When Atlee’s Theri was being remade in Hindi, a blockbuster was predicted. But the reality turned out quite the opposite, as Baby John is nearing the end of its theatrical run on a very disappointing note. Check out the latest box office update after 13 days.

Baby John was released in theatres on December 25, 2024. The release coincided with Christmas, which was expected to boost the collections in a major way. Unfortunately, the early reviews were mixed with impacted the spot bookings, leading to an underwhelming opening. There are too many options in Indian theatres – Pushpa 2, Marco, Mufasa: The Lion King, among others. Hence, the masses have rejected Varun Dhawan and Keerthy Suresh starrer without a second thought.

Day 13 Box Office Update

On the second Monday, Kalees’ directorial made box office collection of 0.26 crore. It witnessed another big dip of...

Baby John Box Office Day 12 Collection! (Photo Credit – Facebook)

The game is almost over for Varun Dhawan, and Keerthy Suresh led Baby John at the domestic box office. The action thriller suffered due to negative reviews, and there has been no revival since. The box office collections have now fallen below the 1 crore mark. Scroll below for the latest update on day 12.

Box Office Update

Kalees’ directorial has almost crashed at the box office. There was barely any growth during the second weekend, which was the most crucial phase. After earning 0.75 crores on Saturday, Baby John earned only 0.85 crores on day 12. It could not even cross the 1 crore mark, which is truly unfortunate for a film mounted on a budget of 160 crore.

The overall box office collection in India now stands at 38.50 crores.

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Did Sai Pallavi Refuse To Take Payment After Padi Padi Leche Manasu Flopped? (Photo Credit – Prime Video)

Sai Pallavi, who is often appreciated for her simplicity and unconventional movie choices, has continued to woo audiences over the years. She is highly appreciated for her no-makeup look and usually wears Indian sarees. Despite being one of the most popular actresses in recent times, Pallavi reportedly let go of her remuneration for her 2018 Telugu film Padi Padi Leche Manasu.

Yes, the Amaran actress who starred opposite Sharwanand in this film let go of her paycheck after the film failed to perform at the box office. The movie could barely collect Rs. 8 crores. Sai Pallavi did get her signing amount but refused to take her remaining payment after the film flopped. The producers and directors of the film had to suffer; the whole unit was at considerable risk.

According to On Manorama, she refused to take Rs.

Why Did Trisha Krishnan Did Not Want To Take Up Acting? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Trisha Krishnan continues to bag many film offers even in her 40s. Although she has been working in the film industry for 20 years, the interesting thing is that Trisha never wanted to be an actress. In her initial days, Trisha preferred modeling over acting.

Trisha started participating in beauty pageants while she was studying in Class 12. She also began receiving some modeling opportunities. At that time, she had an interview with actor Yugi Sethu and talked about her ambitions during the show.

Yugi asked Trisha why she preferred modeling over acting. He wondered whether it was her choice or her parents had encouraged her to pursue it. Trisha Krishnan surprisingly answered that she enjoyed modeling more than acting. She said, “I gave modeling a try. This was about seven months back, and I really enjoyed it.

Here’s How Mahesh Babu’s Fans Left Hyderabad Metro Passengers Upset (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Fans of Mahesh Babu caused a scene in the Hyderabad Metro. They had just watched the re-release of his movie Guntur Kaaram. After the screening, they started shouting and chanting phrases like “Jai Jai Babu… Babulake Babu” etc. inside a train.

Their loud behavior disturbed other Metro passengers. People of all ages, including children, were affected. These passengers were simply trying to travel peacefully, but the sudden chaos made everyone uncomfortable and embarrassed. Many looked at each other helplessly.

Mahesh Babu‘s fans reportedly showed no consideration for others in the Metro and ignored the discomfort they caused fellow passengers. This incident marks a lack of respect in public spaces and shows how some fans ignore basic etiquette in their excitement.

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Did Keerthy Suresh Nearly Turn Down Her Role In Mahanati? ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Keerthy Suresh is among the most celebrated actresses in the Indian film industry today. She has amassed a pan-Indian fan base. Known for her exceptional talent, she reached the pinnacle of her career with Mahanati. It is the biopic of legendary actress Savitri. However, in a surprising revelation during a recent interview with Galatta India, Keerthy shared that she initially turned down the iconic role after a four-hour-long narration.

“When Nagi (director Nag Ashwin) narrated the story, I refused to take up the project,” she admitted. “The producers were thrilled at the idea of me playing Savitri amma, but I was terrified. I thought, ‘What if I ruin it? What if people say I destroyed the legacy of such a legend?’ The fear of failing overshadowed everything else. Swapna and Priyanka (the producers) were shocked by my decision,...

Khushbu Sundar on her Annaatthe experience with Rajinikanth (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Khushbu Sundar shared that she regrets acting in Annaatthe, which starred Rajinikanth. In an interview, she was asked about any films she wished she had not been part of. She explained that while her Hindi filmography is limited, she has many regrets about some Tamil films.

Khushbu mentioned that Annaatthe is a recent example. She said, “The role didn’t turn out like it was sold to me.” She further explained that there was no real pairing with Rajinikanth for her.

Sundar did not directly name the movie in the interview. However, she revealed that initially, the film was supposed to have her and Meena as the two heroines. Khushbu admitted that she agreed to the project because no other actress was paired with Rajinikanth at first.

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Baby John vs Bhediya Box Office (8-Day Comparison) (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Varun Dhawan and Keerthy Suresh‘s Baby John is mounted on a whopping budget of 160 crores. The action thriller was expected to become a huge success at the box office. But there’s not been much improvement, even during the New Year holiday. Scroll below for a day-wise comparison with Bhediya.

Box Office Collection Day 8

As per Sacnilk, Kalees’ directorial earned 2.75 crores on January 1, 2025. It remained the last choice of the audience as Pushpa 2 and Mufasa: The Lion King continued their dominating streak. Even Unni Mukundan’s Malayalam action thriller Marco is performing better in the Hindi belt and has been provided a better screen count at this point.

The 8-day total of Baby John comes to around 35.40 crores. Budget recovery is out of scope now. So far, only 22% of the estimated cost of 160 crores has been recovered.

Naga Vamsi Bollywood Controversy(Photo Credit – YouTube)

Producer Suryadevara Naga Vamsi, the man and mastermind behind all films made under Sithara Entertainments, is taking the internet by storm for multiple reasons. Let us take a look at who Vamsi is.

Vamsi is Suryadevara Radha Krishna’s nephew, popularly known as Chinna Babu, the man who started Haarika Hassine Productions. Their journey began with Allu Arjun’s Julayi and later went on to make films like S/O Satyamurthy, A Aa, Agnyathavaasi, and Ala Vaikunthapurramulo. He also owns Sithara Entertainment but runs it by Vamsi.

Vamsi has taken Sithara Entertainment to the next level with his eye for creative stories and talented directors. Vamsi has encouraged many good directors, like Venky Atluri, Gowtam Tinnanuri, Venky Kudumula, Sagar K Chandra, and others. Not many know that Trivikram Sreenivas has started making films only on this banner. Many big heroes of Tollywood, including Venkatesh Daggubati and Balakrishna Nandamuri,...

Baby John Box Office Day 8 Early Estimates! (Photo Credit – Facebook)

Varun Dhawan and Keerthy Suresh led Baby John is probably the biggest Bollywood disappointments of 2024. The action thriller is the official adaptation of Atlee‘s 2016 superhit film, Theri. Unfortunately, the success could not be replicated, and the makers would suffer huge losses. Scroll below for the latest box office update on day 8.

Slight growth on New Year

On January 1, Kalees’ directorial showed slight growth of 27% compared to 2.15 crores earned on the first Monday. Baby John made box office collections of 2.75 crores on day 8. The overall earnings of the first week come to 36.03 crores.

Since the last two days, there’s been some sort of improvement in the box office collection. Unfortunately, the holiday season is about to get over. It is now to be seen whether the growth will continue or Baby John will crash again. As per predictions, the lifetime will conclude around 60 crores.

The year 2024 has been a testament to the evolving landscape of Tamil movies, where a rich culture of collaboration is reshaping the industry. This transformation reflects a delicate balance between the familiar pulse of high-octane masala spectacles and the subtle charm of imaginative, character-driven narratives. It has also marked a shift from the reliance on the tried-and-tested formulas of big-star vehicles to the emergence of fresh talent and bold voices in filmmaking. While some much-anticipated collaborations between renowned filmmakers and veteran actors fell short of expectations, it was the next generation of filmmakers and performers who truly took center stage, salvaging what could have been a forgettable year.

There was no standout, all-encompassing big-star film that dominated the Kollywood industry this year. High-profile projects like Vijay’s “The Greatest of All Time,” Rajinikanth’s “Vettaiyan,” and Sivakarthikeyan’s “Ayalaan” all left audiences wanting more. Yet, none of these could match...

Pm Modi gives tribute to Akkineni Nageswara Rao (Photo Credit – Instagram/Wikimedia)

Among these people was the iconic Telugu actor Akkineni Nageswara Rao (Anr). The tribute marked the centenary year of Anr and deeply moved his family.

Anr son and popular actor Nagarjuna expressed his gratitude on X (formerly Twitter). He thanked Pm Modi for honoring his father alongside Raj Kapoor, Mohammed Rafi and Tapan Sinha. He wrote, “His vision and contributions to Indian cinema continue to inspire generations. This recognition means the world to our family and countless admirers of his work.” Nagarjuna also shared a clip celebrating Anr’s legacy with the hashtag #ANRLivesON.

Nagarjuna’s son Naga Chaitanya also shared his appreciation. Naga Chaitanya’s wife Sobhita Dhulipala has expressed her gratitude on Instagram. She posted a picture of Anr with Pm Modi. She wrote, “Thank you, Shri Modi ji, for your wonderful words about Akkineni Nageswara Rao Garu’s artistic merit.

Miss You Ott Release Update (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The Siddharth starrer Tamil romantic film Miss You was released into the theatres on December 13, 2024, with a lot of expectations. The film, however, failed to mint numbers at the box office. However, it is now gearing up to be released in the digital sphere.

Miss You Plot

The movie has Siddharth play an aspiring director, Vasu, who suffers a life-threatening accident from which he loses his memory. He soon goes on a journey of self-discovery after this incident. He, however, meets Subbulakshmi (Ashika Ranganath) and falls in love with her at the first sight. However, she turns down his proposal. It is then that Vasu realizes that Subbulakshmi has a connection to his past life. The duo were actually married but soon their relationship had gone downhill. The plot delves deep into the complexities of their relationship.

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Mohanlal Aashirvad Cinemas announcement (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Mohanlal, widely revered as the ‘Complete Actor,’ faced a challenging year in 2024. While he ended 2023 on a high note with the success of Neru in December, his two major releases this year fell short of expectations, failing to impress both critics and audiences alike.

At the start of 2024, his much-anticipated, big-budget collaboration with director Lijo Jose Pellissery, Malaikottai Vaaliban, didn’t resonate with audiences and turned out to be a significant disappointment. Later in the year, after multiple delays and reschedules, his directorial debut, Barroz: Guardian of Treasures, also underperformed at the box office despite Mohanlal playing the lead.

However, there is exciting news on the horizon. According to social media buzz, Antony Perumbavoor’s Aashirvad Cinemas, Mohanlal’s long-time production partner, is gearing up to announce five new films on January 25, 2025. The first project is rumored to be titled Hridayapoorvam, directed by Sathyan Anthikad.

Sridevi Mithun Chakraborty Romance (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The world of Bollywood has seen its fair share of love stories, some that stood the test of time and others that ended in heartbreak. Among these, the relationship between superstar Mithun Chakraborty and the late Sridevi remains one of the most talked-about romances of the 1980s. Sridevi and Mithun Chakraborty were two of the biggest names in Bollywood in the 1980s and 90s.

The two stars met each other on the sets of Jaag Utha Insan, a 1984 movie directed by K. Viswanath. After that, the two stars reportedly began dating and even got married, as per various reports. However, Mithun was already married to Yogeeta Bali at the time. All in all, this chapter of both Mithun and Sridevi was full of turbulence before they excelled in their separate personal lives.

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Keerthy Suresh Samantha Baby John (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Keerthy Suresh has been the talk of the town in Bollywood lately after her fantastic debut in Baby John. Coming from a family of people in cinema, Suresh has proven herself to be a star in all aspects. Over the years, she has worked in numerous films in the Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam film industries. With Baby John, she has also made her mark among Bollywood fans.

A powerhouse performer, she has always been vocal about her gratitude toward those who have supported her journey. Recently, the actress revealed a heartfelt moment involving Samantha Ruth Prabhu, who played a crucial role in securing Keerthy’s spot in the much-anticipated film Baby John. For context, Baby John is the remake of 2016’s Theri, where Samantha had played the same role as what Keerthy is doing now.

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Baby John Worldwide Box Office Update! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Varun Dhawan led Baby John is one of the biggest disappointments of 2024. The action thriller enjoyed massive pre-release buzz but could not live upto the expectations. It is also facing massive competition from Mufasa: The Lion King and Pushpa 2, which is also impacting its run. Scroll below for the worldwide box office collection after 5 days.

Domestic Box Office Collection

Baby John was released in theatres on December 25, 2024. There were predictions that the action thriller would rake upto 16 crores on the opening day. It garnered only 11.25 crores due to the negative reviews, which affected the spot bookings. In the 5-day extended opening weekend, Kalees’ directorial has earned 29.28 crores net.

Worldwide Box Office Collection

The curiosity is also dipping in the international circuits. So far, Baby John has earned 8.60 crores gross.

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Baby John Box Office Day 5 Update! (Photo Credit – YouTube)

Varun Dhawan and Keerthy Suresh led Baby John has crashed at the box office. It has concluded its 5-day opening weekend on a disastrous note, and there’s barely any hope left. The makers will suffer huge losses because of the whopping budget the film has been mounted on. Scroll below for the latest update on day 5.

A lukewarm Sunday!

Baby John added only 5 crores* to the kitty on its first Sunday. It witnessed a growth of only 17% compared to 4.25 crores earned on the previous day. Needless to say, Pushpa 2 and Mufasa: The Lion King have taken over the screens. On top of it, Marco is also now making a lot of noise in the Hindi belt. In simple terms, Kalees’ directorial is getting sandwiched, and there’s unfortunately no way out.

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Biggest Box Office Flops Of 2024 In Bollywood! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

2024 was a successful year for Bollywood. We witnessed Stree 2 achieve new milestones in the Hindi belt. Many other biggies like Munjya, Article 370, and Shaitaan also attained box office. But there were also many disappointments that were outright rejected by cine-goers. Scroll below as we revisit the biggest flops of the year.

It was a tough year for Akshay Kumar, who treated fans with as many as 4 feature films, but three of them were flops. The only exception was Stree 2, but he played a cameo role in the horror-comedy. On the other hand, Ajay Devgn also had five big releases, but only one of them was a box office hit.

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Baby John Box Office Day 4 Early Estimates! (Photo Credit – Instagram )

There’s no sign of relief for Varun Dhawan and Keerthy Suresh starrer Baby John, which is struggling to make a mark at the box office. The Christmas battle intensifies as Pushpa 2 and Mufasa: The Lion King enjoy more footfalls in theatres. Another decline has been witnessed on day 4. Scroll below for the latest updates!

Competition gets tougher

Directed by Kalees, Baby John was released in theatres on December 25, 2024. It opened to a three-way battle as Pushpa 2 remained even in its third week. On the other hand, Mufasa: The Lion King is growing with each day amid a strong buzz. Varun Dhawan starrer began its journey on an underwhelming note, and the graph continues to take the downward route.

Day 4 Early Estimates

As per the early trends flowing in, Baby John has raked in collections in the range of 4-4.50 crores on Saturday.

Baby John Box Office Day 3 Collection! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Varun Dhawan and Keerthy Suresh were expected to end 2024 on a successful note. But that looks far from the case as Baby John is dwindling at the box office. The action thriller has been underwhelming since its first day. Scroll below to know how it has performed on day 3.

Box Office Collection Day 3

The official figures are out and Kalees’ directorial has made earnings of 3.65 crores* on Friday. It has witnessed a another drop of 28% compared to 5.13 crores earned on the previous day. Varun Dhawan starrer could not live upto the expectations, and the mixed reviews has impacted its buzz. Besides, it is also facing unbeatable competition from Pushpa 2 and Mufasa: The Lion King, which is affecting its box office run.

Take a look at the day-wise breakdown of Baby John below:

Day 1: 11.25 crores Day 2: 5.13 crores Day 3:...

Baby John Box Office Day 3 Early Estimates! (Photo Credit – YouTube)

Varun Dhawan led Baby John has crashed at the box office. The signs were negative from the first day itself. After an underwhelming start on the opening day, it witnessed over 50% drop on Thursday. The collections have further dropped on Friday. Scroll below for the early trends on day 3.

Day 3 Early Estimates

As per the early trends, the action thriller has made a box office collection in the range of 3.75-4.25 crores on Thursday. It has witnessed a drop of 26-17% compared to 5.13 crores earned on the previous day. Today was a normal working Friday, but the trends should have improved during the evening and night shows and remained above the 5 crore mark.

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Pushpa 2 vs Baby John...

Keerthy Suresh, the powerhouse talent from South India, has finally made her grand entry into Bollywood with “Baby John“, sharing the screen with Varun Dhawan. This action-packed thriller, released on December 25, 2024, is a Hindi adaptation of the Tamil hit “Theri“, and fans are buzzing with excitement.

Keerthy’s Role in Baby John

In Baby John, Keerthy Suresh makes a dazzling Bollywood debut as Dr. Meera Verma, a compassionate pediatrician whose warmth and intelligence light up the screen. Her character’s journey is pivotal, adding emotional depth to the narrative and showcasing Keerthy‘s remarkable acting prowess.

Keerthy‘s portrayal of Meera has garnered widespread acclaim, with audiences and critics praising her seamless transition into Hindi cinema. Her chemistry with co-star Varun Dhawan is both natural and engaging, enhancing the film’s appeal.

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Baby John Box Office Day 2 Collection! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

There were huge expectations rested on Varun Dhawan & Keerthy Suresh’s Christmas surprise, Baby John. The action thriller opened to mixed reviews and is now dwindling at the box office. It has suffered a huge drop on Thursday. Scroll below for the box office collection on day 2.

Over 50% drop on the second day

Kalees’ directorial made a lower-than-expected opening at the box office, as it raked in 11.25 crores. It is facing stiff competition from Pushpa 2 and Mufasa: The Lion King, as both films continue to attract footfalls in large numbers. The impact is visible, as Baby John earned only 5.13 crores on day 2.

The Hindi action thriller has suffered a huge drop of 46%. At this pace, it would soon crash at the ticket windows.

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Baby John Box Office Day 2 Early Estimates! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Varun Dhawan led Baby John was expected to conclude 2024 on a banging note for Bollywood. Despite good pre-release buzz, the action thriller unfortunately made an underwhelming beginning. It has witnessed a huge crash on the second day and things don’t look good. Scroll below for early trends for day 2.

Opening Day Collections

Trade analysts had predicted Kalees’ directorial will open in the range of 13-16 crores. If the content resonated with the audience, many even expected the figures to go as high as 18 crores. Unfortunately, despite the Christmas benefit, Baby John suffered due to mixed word-of-mouth. Cine-goers preferred to watch Pushpa 2, which made the highest earnings on December 25, 2024.

Baby John earned box office collection of 11.25 crores on day 1.

Day 2 Early Trends

As per the early trends, Baby John has added collections in the range of 4-5 crores on Thursday.

Baby John Box Office Day 1: Only 25% More Than Debut! (Photo Credit – YouTube)

Varun Dhawan’s Baby John, despite huge expectations, opened at 11.25 crore at the box office. However, this number was less than the two rival films currently running in the theaters – Mufasa: The Lion King and Pushpa 2 Hindi.

While it was expected that Varun Dhawan would have a rebirth of sorts at the box office, we time-traveled to the time Vd first arrived at the box office. It was in 2012 when Karan Johar introduced Dasavid Dhawan’s son, his student.

Varun Dhawan’s 1st Opening Day

Student Of The Year opened at the box office with 9 crore. Baby John earned almost 25% more than Varun Dhawan‘s first opening day at the box office.

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Baby John Box Office Day 1 Collection! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

The last big release of 2024 is here. Baby John, starring Varun Dhawan and Keerthy Suresh, was released on Christmas 2024. It is facing massive competition at the ticket windows due to Pushpa 2 and Mufasa: The Lion King. The result is visible in its underwhelming opening day collections. Check out the box office update on day 1.

Opening Day Earnings

The official numbers are out, and Baby John made a disappointing start at the Indian box office with 11.25 crores coming in. It was predicted to open in the range of 13-16 crores. But the figures have turned out to be much lower. It majorly happened due to the domination of Pushpa 2. There is also Mufasa: The Lion King, which is enjoying good footfalls.

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Pushpa 2 vs Baby John Box Office Morning Occupancy On Christmas Day! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Christmas is jolly for cine-goers in India as there are plenty of options at the ticket windows. Varun Dhawan & Keerthy Suresh‘s action thriller Baby John was released today. But how is it performing against the box office blockbuster, Pushpa 2? Scroll below for details on the intense battle for more occupancy.

Pushpa 2 Day 21 Morning Occupancy

Allu Arjun & Rashmika Mandanna starrer is only one day away from completing its third week at the box office. The run has been outstanding so far, and it looks like there’s no going back. It registered a morning occupancy of 21.26% in the Hindi belt, which continues to be the best-performing language.

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Pushpa 2 Hindi Box Office Day 20 Update! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Sukumar’s directorial Pushpa 2 is bringing cheer this Christmas season. Allu Arjun has delivered good content, and the masses have welcomed it with arms wide open, flocking to theatres in large numbers. The official figures for the third Tuesday collections are out. Scroll below for the latest box office update on day 20.

Maintains an outstanding hold!

As per the latest box office update, Pushpa 2: The Rule clocked in earnings of 11.50 crores yesterday. It continues its rock-steady hold, with barely any drop from 11.75 crores earned on day 19. The overall box office collection in the Hindi belt now stands at 715.75 crores.

Take a look at the day-wise breakdown of Pushpa 2 Hindi below: Week 1: 433.50 crores (8-day extended week) Week 2: 199 crores Day 16: 12.50 crores Day 17: 20.50 crores Day 18: 27 crores Day 19: 11.75 crores Day 20: 11.50 crores

Total: 715.75 crores

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Baby John Box Office Day 1 Advance Booking Update! ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Varun Dhawan and Keerthy Suresh led Baby John has arrived in the theatres today. It is the remake of Atlee’s 2016 film, Theri. The action thriller has enjoyed decent pre-release buzz in India. Scroll below for the final advance booking update!

Baby John Pre-Sales Day 1

As per the final update as of 12 Am, Kalees’ directorial has registered advance booking sales of 2.75 crores gross (excluding blocked seats). It has witnessed a growth of 125% in the final 24 hours. Maharashtra and Delhi are currently the best-performing circuits. Karnataka, Gujarat, and Uttar Pradesh are among other key circuits.

Baby John has sold 93K tickets via advance booking for the opening day. The figures should have ideally been better, given the pre-release buzz was favorable. Varun Dhawan also left fans excited about Salman Khan’s grand cameo. But the action thriller will now be majorly dependent on word-of-mouth.

Atlee’s assistant aces the action in this massy family-drama-meets-mirth ‘n’ mayhem entertainer. Baby John is to movie entertainment what video games are to kids on a summer break. Great fun but nothing to engage in a discussion about once done.

For those who have seen the Tamil original Theri, Baby John still has some surprises in store especially in the second half when all hell breaks loose, the revving cars and rata-tating guns go amok and the villains seem to be high on depravity.

Director Kalees doesn’t believe in understatement, and that’s an understatement! Every character speaks in exclamation marks. Every plotting propulsion is a pretext for streetside rhetorics. No one breathes easy in Atlee/Kalees’ world. Not when the world is a highly unsafe place for children and girls. Some has to do the dirty work.

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Disney’s “Mufasa: The Lion King” roared to the top of the U.K.-Ireland box office in its debut weekend with £4.4 million ($5.5 million), according to numbers from Comscore through Dec. 23.

As the holiday season reaches its peak, Universal’s “Wicked” continues to enchant in its fifth frame, conjuring £2.5 million for a robust £48.2 million running total. Disney’s “Moana 2” sailed to third place with £2 million, pushing its four-week cume to £29.7 million.

Studiocanal’s “Paddington in Peru” remained steady in fourth, adding £653,489 in its seventh weekend for a £31.3 million total. Paramount’s “Gladiator II” rounded out the top five with £497,569, reaching £29.6 million after six weeks.

In sixth place, Black Bear’s “Conclave” collected £331,308 for a £4.9 million total, while Trafalgar Releasing’s “Ivanov/Wright The Nutcracker” Royal Opera House ballet presentation earned £227,082 in seventh. Sony’s “Kraven the Hunter” collected £171,942 in eighth position for a total of £1.2 million, while Park Circus...

Baby John Movie Review Rating:

Star Cast: Varun Dhawan, Keerthy Suresh, Jackie Shroff, Wamiqa Gabbi, Rajpal Yadav, Zara Zyanna

Director: Kalees

Baby John Movie Review ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

What’s Good: Varun Dhawan’s honest efforts, background scores, some action sequences, Salman Khan’s cameo

What’s Bad: Shoddy and poor execution of the screenplay and editing, occasional plot holes, a lack of connection with the emotions, cringe-worthy dialogue, not all performances landing, and some Illogical action sequences.

Loo Break: You can take one in the middle of those unnecessary soundtracks that randomly appear in the middle of the film despite having nothing to do with the plot.

Watch or Not?: Varun Dhawan and Salman Khan’s fans might have a fun ride, but otherwise this is overall a huge letdown and can be enjoyed on Ott too.

Language: Hindi

Available On: Theatrical Release

Runtime: 159 minutes

User Rating:

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Baby John, starring Varun Dhawan and presented by acclaimed filmmaker Atlee, is all set for a grand global release tomorrow on Christmas Day, marking the widest overseas release of the actor’s career. With an impressive launch across 1,000+ locations, 1,250+ screens, and in 75+ countries, the excitement surrounding the film has reached unparalleled heights.

The global anticipation for Baby John has been palpable, with spectacular promotional events creating waves worldwide. At Dubai’s Global Village, over 50,000 fans gathered for an electrifying event celebrating the film, while flash mobs at iconic London locations brought the city to life with energetic performances inspired by Baby John.

Helmed by director Kalees and guided by Atlee’s creative vision, the film offers a complete cinematic package – thrilling action sequences, soulful songs, heartfelt emotions, and a meaningful storyline. Baby John promises a Christmas treat packed with laughter, drama, action, and larger-than-life entertainment.

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Sonal Kulkarni is well known for her role in the films Dil Chahta Hai, Mission Kashmir, and now Love Sitara. The actress is actively working on Ott and was last seen in the web series Manvat Murders.

As per the latest reports, Sonali will be seen playing a pivotal role in Nani and Srikanth Odela’s upcoming film titled The Paradise. The film is produced by Sudha Cherukuri and is bankrolled under Slv Cinemas.

The actress was in Hyderabad in October for a look test to play Nani’s mother on screen and has been finalized as well. A source from inside said, “We have looked at many yesteryear heroines as well. But when we saw Sonali Kulkarni garu, we felt like she was a new face to the audience in the south and would be making an impact.

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It’s Christmas week, and we’ve handpicked some great films for you to enjoy. On the theatrical front, there are three exciting selections: Malayalam superstar Mohanlal’s directorial debut, Then a remake of a Tamil film, and a Kannada police drama.

For Ott lovers, a festive treat awaits with a Christmas special from a beloved British TV series, on Disney Plus Hotstar. Netflix also joins the celebration with the much-anticipated second season of a popular South Korean series centered around games.

Discover more about these titles and other recommendations by scrolling down. From all of us at Koimoi, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a joyous holiday season.

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Baby John Box Office Day 1 Advance Booking Update! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Varun Dhawan is turning our Santa this Christmas season as he is all set to greet us with Baby John. Co-starring Keerthy Suresh, the action thriller is enjoying good hype across the nation. Advance booking sales are also showing positive signs and are growing with each passing day. Scroll below for the latest box office update!

Pre-Sales for Opening Day

As per the latest update at 10 Am, Baby John has registered advance booking sales of 1.22 crores (excluding blocked seats). Maharashtra is currently the best-performing market, contributing to almost 19% of the total pre-sales. Delhi, Karnataka, and Telangana are among other key circuits.

Around 40K tickets have been sold so far across the nation. It has witnessed an impressive jump of 119% in ticket sales in the last 24 hours. As of today, there are around 5,600 shows listed in total.

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Adivi Sesh’s Dacoit: A Love Storyhas been trending just as all his new film announcements do since it was speculated that Shruti Haasan has walked out of the project. The news was confirmed by the poster that’s released the other day and it features Mrunal Thakur and Adivi Sesh in an intense look.

On December 17, the makers welcomed Mrunal Thakur onboard and released a special poster and teaser. Soon after the latest announcement, fans were curious to know why Shruti Haasan walked out of the film. The latest poster featuring Sesh and Mrunal went viral and piqued everyone’s curiosity.

According to reports, Shruti Haasan opted out of the film due to creative differences, and she faced inconveniences on set. Reports also suggest that Shruti Haasan exited Dacoit due to date clashes.

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Keerthy Suresh has been gaining noteworthy popularity over the past few months. Earlier, the South actress made headlines for lending her voice in Prabhas’ Kalki 2898 Ad. Shortly after, she was cast opposite Varun Dhawan in Baby John.

She officially married Antony Thattil recently, and pictures of Keerthy’s dream wedding have won everyone’s hearts. However, speculation has sparked about whether the 32-year-old actress might be planning to quit acting following her marriage.

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Nah, Keerthy you have my respect for not removing the Mangal Sutra. It may sound silly, but it’s a very big deal these days especially among celebrities. Hats off ❤️@KeerthyOfficial

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Who Was Cast Opposite Varun Dhawan In Baby John Before Keerthy Suresh? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Varun Dhawan is the Mvp of Bollywood in late 2024 with two ambitious projects. After Amazon Prime’s Citadel: Honey Bunny, Dhawan is set to star in Baby John. The movie is officially influenced by Theri and is produced by the original film’s director, Atlee. Baby John is directed by Kalees and features a talented set of actors. Besides Dhawan, the movie also features Keerthy Suresh in her Hindi debut.

Wamiqa Gabbi and the ever-green icon Jackie Shroff also star in the film, and megastar Salman Khan makes a cameo appearance. While the film features National Award-winning actress Keerthy Suresh in the lead role, another talented actress was reported to have landed the role a few months ago. Several publications claimed Janhvi Kapoor was initially set to star opposite Varun Dhawan before Keerthy was finally confirmed for the role.