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~ Suresh Gopi and Anupama Parameswaran lead this powerful legal drama inspired by real-world challenges—streaming August 15 onwards in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam ~

Global, August 05th, 2025: This Independence Day, ZEE5 Global, the world’s leading streaming platform for South Asian content, brings you a story that dares to question the system and gives voice to the silenced. Premiering exclusively on August 15 on ZEE5 Global, and available across 190+ countries, Janaki V/S State of Kerala is a Malayalam courtroom drama written and directed by Pravin Narayanan and produced by J Phanindra Kumar with Sethuraman Nair Kankol as co-producer.

With Suresh Gopi in a riveting role as the morally complex lawyer David Abel Donovan, and Anupama Parameswaran in the titular role of Janaki, the film follows the emotional and legal journey of a young woman fighting to reclaim her agency after surviving a brutal sexual assault.

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Janaki V Vs State Of Kerala Heads To Ott – Release Date, Languages & Platform (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Suresh Gopi and Anupama Parameswaran’s hard-hitting courtroom drama Janaki V vs State of Kerala is now ready for its digital release. After creating headlines with its title controversy and theatrical delay, the film arrives on Ott much sooner than expected.

Controversial Title Change & Theatrical Release

Directed by Pravin Narayanan, the Malayalam legal drama was making headlines even before its release. The film was initially titled Janaki vs State of Kerala, but the Censor Board objected to naming the assault survivor lead character after a goddess. Even though the makers initially resisted the recommendation, they later agreed and renamed it Janaki V vs State of Kerala. This resulted in a delay in its theatrical release.

#Cbfc refused censor certificate to #JanakiVsStateOfKerala reportedly due to “objection over the title character’Janaki’ which is another name for goddess Sita!

Women in Red Disrupt Pawan Kalyan’s Film Screening—A Bold Promo for Paradha or a Missed Beat? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Pawan Kalyan’s Hari Hara Veera Mallu Part 1: Sword vs Spirit was theatrically released on 24 July 2025, following multiple delays. Last night, something unusual happened during a screening of the film at Prasads Multiplex. A unique promotional stunt for another film called Paradha, starring Anupama Parameswaran, was carried out. A group of women dressed in bright red sarees with their heads covered by the saree pallu, resembling a traditional North Indian style, appeared for the show.

#Paradha –

The team has kicked off promotions in a striking way.

At Prasads Multiplex last night, a group of women in red sarees with their faces covered attended the screening of #PawanKalyan ’s #Hhvm. Rumors suggest that #AnupamaParameswaran herself may have been among them. pic.twitter.com/lnXXf04yGR

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Janaki V vs State of Kerala Box Office Collection Day 7(Photo Credit –YouTube)

Janaki V vs State of Kerala, starring Suresh Gopi and Anupama Parameswaran, will conclude its 8-day extended opening week soon, and the outcome is going to be disappointing. Released amid decent expectations, the film failed to make it big and in the first 7 days, it hasn’t even touched the 5 crore mark at the Indian box office. It is standing nowhere compared to Gopi’s last theatrical release. Keep reading for a detailed collection report!

Reception of the film

Pravin Narayanan directed the Malayalam legal drama, which was released on July 17. It received mixed reviews from critics. While the film was praised for its concept and strong performances, it was criticized for its loose screenplay and overall execution. Even among the ticket-buying audience, the film failed to create any excitement, and word-of-mouth was mixed.

Failed to make...

Sardaar Ji 3 Box Office: Surpasses Carry On Jatta 2 To Become 4th Highest-Grossing Indian Punjabi Film ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Sardaar Ji 3, starring Diljit Dosanjh, Hania Aamir, and others, has turned out to be a massive success at the box office despite not releasing in India. No release in India has definitely caused a dent to the film, but that hasn’t stopped it garnering a big total overall. In fact, before completing four weeks in theatres, the biggie has emerged as the 4th highest-grossing Indian Punjabi film of all time. In the meantime, it has toppled Gippy Grewal’s 2018 blockbuster, Carry On Jatta 2. Keep reading for a detailed report!

Performs brilliantly despite no release in India

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Janaki V Vs State of Kerala Box Office Day 5: Drops Further! (Photo Credit –YouTube)

Anupama Paramesawaran and Suresh Gopi’s courtroom drama Janaki V Vs State Of Kerala despite all the trouble and the controversies is trying to maintain its pace at the box office after 5 days of its release. In five days, the film stands at a total net collection of 4.2 crore in India.

Heading Towards Budget Recovery?

The film is reportedly mounted on a budget of 5 – 8 crore at the box office. It is heading towards budget recovery, but if the budget is towards the higher side, it might take a few more days for the film to recover its budget.

Janaki V Vs State Of Kerala Box Office Day 5

On the 5th day, Janaki V Vs State Of Kerala, earned only 39 lakh at the box office. This was a major drop from the previous day, which brought 81 lakh to the table.

Bigg Boss Malayalam 7 Premiere Date Out!(Photo Credit –JioHotstar)

The excitement is real! The much-awaited Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 7 has finally got an official premiere date, and fans can’t keep calm. The new season, hosted by Mohanlal, will premiere on August 3, 2025 at 7 Pm, with the grand launch airing on Asianet and available for streaming 24×7 on JioHotstar.

The announcement came through a behind-the-scenes video of the previous promo, which ended with a surprise reveal of the premiere date. Fans were thrilled as the unexpected update took social media by storm. The promo not only confirmed the date but also gave a hint about the tone of the new season—strict and more serious.

Mohanlal’s No-Nonsense Warning to Contestants

Mohanlal is quite transparent in the promo. The host delivers some sharp one-liners aimed at the kind of gameplay often seen in previous seasons. “Don’t pretend to be an angel.

Drishyam 3 Is Happening! Jeethu Joseph Confirms First Draft & Climax Are Locked Ahead Of October Shoot(Photo Credit –YouTube)

Drishyam is one of the biggest Indian franchises that originated from Mollywood and has been remade in different languages across India and beyond. Naturally, news about fresh installments of the film tends to spread like wildfire across the web. Rumours of Drishyam 3 have been circulating ever since the second installment came out. Now, director Jeethu Joseph has confirmed that he has completed the initial draft of the film, including the climax.

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What exactly did Jeethu Joseph say?

This information was communicated to us during his appearance at an event held at Nirmala College, Muvattupuzha. A video of the event has been circulating on social media. In the video, he can be seen saying in Malayalam: “Yesterday night I wrote and...

Janaki V vs State Of Kerala Box Office Day 2(Photo Credit –YouTube)

Anupama Parameswaran and Suresh Gopi‘s Janaki V vs State Of Kerala started its theatrical journey on a decent note. It had the potential to earn more, but it couldn’t make it. Still, it managed a decent number on the board. On day 2, it needed a steady hold without any significant drops, and guess what? It has managed to maintain a good hold. Keep reading for a detailed box office collection report!

How much did Janaki V vs State Of Kerala earn at the Indian box office in 2 days?

The Malayalam legal drama opened to mixed reviews from critics, and even among the ticket-buying audience, word-of-mouth is mixed. This isn’t a good sign for the film, as it will dent the business potential in the long run. However, as far as day 2 is concerned, it didn’t affect much.

Ronth Ott Release Date Update(Photo Credit –Facebook)

Buddy cop films are usually known for their action-comedy format, but there have been a few notable exceptions around the world. Ronth is one such film. It takes a different route, presenting itself as a pure drama. The film was praised for the strong performances delivered by its lead actors. After its theatrical release on June 13, 2025, Ronth is now gearing up for its digital debut. Read on to find out the Ott release date, streaming platform, cast and crew, and more.

Ronth Plot

Dileesh Pothan plays the role of a sub-inspector named Yohannan. He is a veteran with experience handling the nuances of the law enforcement profession, understanding how it works and how to deal with various situations. Roshan Mathew, on the other hand, plays the role of Dinanath, a newly recruited civil police officer dealing with some personal issues.

The story...

Janaki V Vs State Of Kerala Opens To Mixed X Reactions ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

After multiple delays and a court battle against the Central Board of Film Certification (Cbfc), Janaki V v/s State of Kerala finally released in theatres yesterday on the 17th of July 2025. There were doubts about whether the film would release on that day or not, and even the trailer released on the 14th of July did not mention any release date. This was because there were reports that Cbfc approval for the Malayalam version had been granted, but approvals for other language versions were still pending, and from what we can observe on BookMyShow, only bookings for the Malayalam version are available so far. Thankfully, the film is now running in theatres. But how is it performing? What are the audience saying? Let’s check x.com for our answers.

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Janaki V vs State Of Kerala Box Office Day 1 ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

After facing a hurdle from the censor board, Janaki V vs State Of Kerala finally released in theatres yesterday (July 17). Starring Suresh Gopi and Anupama Parameswaran in the lead roles, the film became a topic of discussion due to controversy, which helped it create awareness among moviegoers. This has benefited the film, helping to pull off a decent start at the Indian box office. In fact, it has registered the third biggest opening for Gopi in the post-covid era. Keep reading for a detailed day 1 collection report!

Reception of the film

Written and directed by Pravin Narayanan, the Mollywood legal drama has received mixed reviews from critics. It has been praised for its concept and strong performances, but has faced criticism for its screenplay and pacing issues. Even among the ticket-buying audience, the initial word-of-mouth is mixed. In the long run,...

Janaki V Vs State Of Kerala Box Office Day 1: Can It Become Suresh Gopi’s Biggest Opener Post-covid? (Photo Credit –YouTube)

Veteran actor Suresh Gopi is geared up for his big-screen return after a gap of over one and a half years. His next, Janaki V Vs State Of Kerala, found itself surrounded by controversy due to its title, but finally, it got a green signal and is now ready to arrive in theatres tomorrow (July 17). In the last few days, the film has been in discussions, but is it enough to make it Gopi’s biggest opener at the Indian box office post-covid? Let’s discuss it below!

Controversy around the title ends

Written and directed by Pravin Narayanan, the Mollywood legal drama was dragged into a controversial row over its original title, Janaki Vs State of Kerala. The censor board objected to its title since Janaki also denotes the Hindu goddess Sita.

Thandel Flopped At The Box Office, But Its TV Premiere Turned It Into A Trp Blockbuster! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Thandel, starring Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi in the lead roles, was released in the first quarter of 2025 with huge expectations of theatrical success. Made on a budget of 75 crores, the film underperformed at the Indian box office. However, on TV, it has surprised everyone with its performance.

However, something magical has now happened. Thandel had its small-screen premiere on Zee Telugu on June 29, 2025, and managed to secure a Trp rating of 10.32.

The Trp figure of Thandel was reported by TrackTollywood. With this figure, Thandel can be considered a blockbuster in terms of its initial television broadcast. This Trp rating also makes Thandel the third Telugu movie with the highest initial broadcast viewership in 2025, behind Sankranthiki Vasthunam and Pushpa 2: The Rule.

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Raghav Juyal To Appear In Nani’s The Paradise! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Nani’s highly-anticipated movie The Paradise is gearing up for its big release next year. The movie has sparked significant buzz ever since the release of its first looked. Helmed by acclaimed director Srikanth Odela, fresh off the success of Dasara, The Paradise is undoubtedly one of the most awaited films in India.

More recently, the makers officially announced the casting of talented actor, Raghav Juyal, as part of the film’s talented ensemble. The excitement surrounding the movie has only grown stronger ever since the launch of the Raw Statement and the latest addition to the cast will only add up to the hype.

The Paradise Makers Celebrate Raghav Juyal’s Birthday By Announcing His Casting

The team behind The Paradise unveiled Raghav Juyal’s casting announcement on the occasion of his birthday. The makers shared a...

Janaki v/s State Of Kerala Producers Agree To Compromise With Cbfc(Photo Credit –YouTube)

Janaki vs State of Kerala was supposed to be released in theatres last month, specifically on June 27, 2025. However, the film was not released that day, and the reason behind the delay was widely publicized by the makers.

The movie, starring Anupama Parameswaran and Suresh Gopi, missed its release date because it had not received approval from the Central Board of Film Certification (Cbfc). The makers had to approach the judiciary for help. The Cbfc’s primary issue was with the lead character’s name, Janaki, who is portrayed as an assault survivor.

What Were The Objections Raised By The Cbfc Against Janaki vs State of Kerala?

According to Onmanorama, the Cbfc raised two primary objections. First, the board argued that naming a character after “Janaki,” an alternative name of Goddess Sita, “fundamentally undermines the dignity...

Dragon Worldwide Box Office (Closing Collection)(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Dragon, starring Pradeep Ranganathan, Anupama Parameswaran, and Kayadu Lohar, has finally wrapped up its theatrical run after minting an impressive collection. Released amid decent expectations, the film surprised everyone with its performance by crossing the 150 crore milestone at the worldwide box office. It surpassed Pradeep’s last theatrical release by a massive margin. Keep reading for the closing collection report!

Reception of the film

Directed by Ashwath Marimuthu, the Kollywood coming-of-age comedy-drama was theatrically released on February 21 in the original Tamil and Telugu-dubbed versions. Later, it was also released in Hindi. Upon its release, the film received a positive response from critics, with praise for the performances and the storyline. Even among the ticket-buying audience, it enjoyed favorable word-of-mouth.

Dragon closes its run with a smashing total!

Right from the opening day, Dragon started its winning spree, and that continued for weeks.

When Can You Watch Sivakarthikeyan & Ar Murugadoss’ Dil Madharasi In Theatres?(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Dil Madharasi, Sivakarthikeyan’s highly-anticipated action-thriller movie with acclaimed director Ar Murugadoss, is set for big-screen release this year! The film marks their first collaboration, generating massive excitement among fans. The new movie comes after Sivakarthikeyan’s much-loved performance in the blockbuster hit Amaran.

Fans have long been waiting to see the actor join hands with Murugadoss, who is known for delivering multiple massive hits. Dil Madharasi is bankrolled by Sri Lakshmi Movies and promises to be a grand cinematic spectacle poised to rule the box office. Amidst soaring anticipation, the makers have announced the film’s release date on the occasion of Tamil New Year.

Dil Madharasi is to arrive in cinemas on September 5, 2025. The makers announced the release date with a post that read: “The date is locked for the ultimate action. The Mad...

Is Prabhas and Trisha Krishnan’s Varsham releasing again? (Photo Credit – Hotstar)

Directed by Sobhan, this exciting re-release promises a perfect dose of nostalgia and action-packed entertainment for die-hard fans. Upon its first theatrical run, Varsham earned huge praise for the crackling chemistry between Prabhas and Trisha.

Now, according to 123Telugu, after years, the cult classic is ready to make audiences fall in love with it all over again on the big screen.

Why Varsham’s Re-Release Matters

In recent times, Prabhas has been at the box office with his blockbuster films like Baahubali, Saaho, and Salaar, and revisiting his early career hits has become a treat for fans. Varsham holds a special place because it was the film that showcased his potential to become a pan-India superstar. In contrast, Trisha Krishnan has maintained her stronghold in both Tamil and Telugu industries, making this re-release a nostalgic event for her fans too.

Is Prabhas’ Injury Impacting His Lineup? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Pan-Indian superstar Prabhas has a packed lineup of upcoming films, including The Raja Saab, Fauji, and Spirit. However, he is currently on a break from work while undergoing treatment for a leg injury in Italy. As reported by CineJosh, the actor hasn’t been on set for the past two months, causing delays in the production schedules of his films.

This pause has put producers’ investments on hold and disrupted the planned release timelines. The Raja Saab‘s release has been postponed not only because of his injury and absence but also due to incomplete VFX and some financial issues. The film reportedly still has a good portion left to be reshot. Director Maruthi is ready to film those parts, but the only thing missing is Prabhas.

Coming to Hanu Raghavapudi’s period war-action drama Fauji, the team is also waiting...

Bank Janardhan Passes Away After Prolonged Illness Aged 75(Photo Credit –Instagram)

The Kannada film industry is shocked by the death of one of its greatest veterans. The Times of India reported that Bank Janardhan, famous for his timing and natural acting, died at 75. His demise has left a void that will be hard to fill in Sandalwood. Fans and celebrities alike now remember the man who gave them countless reasons to smile on-screen.

Revisiting Bank Janardhan’s Journey: From Struggling Days To Screen Stardom

Born in late 1948, Bank Janardhan carved a special place in the hearts of audiences throughout his career. According to Udayavani, he began his journey by working in a bank and faced ample rejections. Eventually, he earned an affectionate name: Bank Janardhan. Following his entry into the entertainment industry, the Kannada star featured in over 500 films across various regional and linguistic industries.

Some notable titles include Shh,...

Everything About Anupama Parameswaran Amid Her Dating Rumors With Dhruv Vikram (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Anupama Parameswaran has been making the news, not only about her movies but also about the rumors about her relationships. The actress has raised fresh conjectures about being in a relationship with actor Dhruv Vikram after fans noticed their interesting link on a music app. But are the claims true?

Anupama Parameswaran’s Journey In Cinema

Anupama Parameswaran was born in Irinjalakuda, Kerala in 1996. A Malayali by birth, she is the daughter of Parameswaran Erekka and Sunitha Parameswaran. Anupama’s journey to acting began when she dropped out of college in Communicative English.

The turning point in her life was the Malayalam film Premam (2015), in which she played Mary. The film was a massive success and launched Anupama’s career into orbit. Thereafter, she made some notable films, including James & Alice, A Aa (Telugu), Kodi (Tamil), and Sathamanam Bhavati.

Dragon Worldwide Box Office Collection Day 46 (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The Pradeep Ranganathan starrer Tamil coming-of-age comedy-drama Dragon has reached the last leg of its theatrical run but not before becoming an immense success. The movie has become the highest-grossing Tamil film of 2025. Let us take a look at the movie’s box office performance on its 46th day.

Dragon Worldwide Box Office Collection Day 46

On its 46th day, the day-wise collection of the film was 2 lakhs. This was a drop of around 60% since the film amassed 5 lakhs on its previous day. The total India net collection came to 102.39 crores.

Including the taxes, the gross collection of the film now stands at 120.82 crores. While the Pradeep Ranganathan starrer earned 33 crores when it came to the overseas collection. The worldwide collection of Dragon now comes to 153.82 crores.

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Here’s Where Nani’s Court—State Vs. A Nobody May Be Available On Ott (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Court—State vs. A Nobody has been making waves since the makers dropped its trailer. While the movie has already received praise for its gripping narrative and stellar performances in early screenings, Ott lovers are eager to know when and where to watch this courtroom drama from the comfort of their homes.

Recent updates confirm that the film’s digital rights were sold to Netflix even before its theatrical release. So, if you’re planning to watch it from the comfort of your home, here’s everything you need to know about its Ott premiere!

What’s The Buzz Around The Film?

Directed by Ram Jagadeesh, the film features Priyadarshi Pulikonda as a lawyer fighting a challenging legal battle. Harsh Roshan, Sridevi, Sivaji, Sai Kumar, Harsha Vardhan, Rohini, Subhalekha Sudhakar, and others...

Dragon Box Office Collection Day 44 ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

The Pradeep Ranganathan starrer Tamil coming-of-age comedy-drama Dragon has emerged as the highest-grossing Kollywood film of 2025 globally. However, the film has also yielded an excellent profit return for the makers. On its 44th day, it is almost inching towards a 200% return. However, it will most likely miss this milestone.

Dragon Box Office Collection Day 44

On its 44th day, the Pradeep Ranganathan starrer earned 5 lakhs when it came to its day-wise collection. This was a good growth of around 60% since the movie amassed 2 lakhs on its previous day. The total India net collection of the film comes to 102.32 crores.

Including the taxes, the gross collection of the film now stands at 120.73 crores. The movie amassed 33 crores when it came to the overseas collection. The worldwide collection of Dragon now comes to 153.73 crores.

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Dragon Worldwide Box Office Day 42 (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The Pradeep Ranganathan starrer Tamil coming-of-age comedy drama Dragon has weaved a phenomenal success story at the box office. While the film is most likely to wrap up its theatrical run below 160 crores, it has emerged as the highest-grossing Kollywood film of 2025 globally. Let us take a look at the box office performance of the film on its 42nd day.

Dragon Worldwide Box Office Collection Day 42

On its 42nd day, the film earned 2 lakhs when it comes to its day-wise collection. The day-wise collections have been stagnant since its 40th day wherein it had amassed 4 lakhs. This has also resulted in a drop of almost 50% for the Pradeep Ranganathan starrer.

The total India net collection of Dragon now comes to 102.25 crores. Including the taxes, the gross collection now comes to 120.65 crores. The movie amassed 33 crores when it came to the overseas collection.

Dragon Worldwide Box Office Day 38 (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The Pradeep Ranganathan starrer Tamil coming-of-age comedy-drama Dragon’s success story is truly one for the history books. The film has become the highest-grossing Kollywood film of 2025 globally. Let us take a look at its box office performance on its 38th day.

Dragon Worldwide Box Office Collection Day 38

On its 38th day, the Pradeep Ranganathan starrer earned 13 lakhs. This was a growth of almost 61% since the movie amassed 5 lakhs on its previous day. This results in the total India net collection to be 102.1 crores.

Including the taxes, the gross collection of the Pradeep Ranganathan starrer stands at 120.47 crores. The movie has earned 33 crores when it comes to the overseas collection. The worldwide collection of Dragon now comes to 153.47 crores.

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Dragon Worldwide Box Office Day 37 ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

The Pradeep Ranganathan starrer Tamil coming-of-age comedy-drama Dragon has witnessed a phenomenal success story in Kollywood. The movie ticked off a major milestone by becoming the first Tamil film of 2025 to cross 150 crores worldwide. Let us take a look at the box office performance of the film on its 37th day.

Dragon Worldwide Box Office Collection Day 37

On its 37th day, the Pradeep Ranganathan starrer earned 5 lakhs when it comes to the day-wise collection. This was a slight growth of 25% since the film amassed 4 lakhs on its previous day. The total India net collection of the film comes to 101.97 crores.

Including the taxes, the film’s gross collection now stands at 120.32 crores. The film garnered around 33 crores in overseas collections. Dragon’s worldwide collection now stands at 153.32 crores.

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The sheer temerity of Ashwath Marimuthu’s absurd romcom Dragon in Tamil, left me nonplussed. How can any number of women be seen falling for the scoundrel hero: Raghavan cheats, bunks, defrauds, bullies, mansplains, and heckles… all this without a shred of remorse or apology?

Raghavan has been duping his parents for years, pretending to be an employed wage earner, showing up with a salary collected at month-end from his friends (with friends like these….), to show to his innocent parents.

The set-up is typically brash. Raghavan is shown to be a law unto himself. Not particularly smart or charming, he has a way with women and words—sometimes together. When his girlfriend of many years, Keerthy (Anupama Parameswaran), decides to leave him for a stable marriage, the livid (and spurned) Ragahavan rounds his fist to hit her in the face in a crowded restaurant. Years later, she reappears as Raghavan’s teacher,...

Dragon Box Office Collection Day 29: Kollywood Gets A 100 Crore Club Entrant After A Long Time(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Dragon, starring Pradeep Ranganathan, has definitely slowed but is earning enough to achieve milestones during its theatrical run. After crossing the 150 crore mark recently globally, the film has now made a much-awaited entry into the 100 crore club. Yes, you read that right! It has become the first Kollywood film of 2025 to enter the 100-crore club at the Indian box office. Keep reading for a detailed collection report of 29 days!

Dragon enters the 5th week

Yesterday, the Pradeep Ranganathan starrer entered its fifth week. In the four weeks, the film earned 99.88 crores. On day 29, growth was seen, and 36 lakh came in. Out of this, the original Tamil version contributed 34 lakh. The Telugu-dubbed version contributed the remaining 2 lakh. This is a good number, considering the fact that the film has already made its Ott premiere.

Tamil comedy-drama film “Dragon” (2025), currently streaming on Netflix, is an odd one. At its core, the film has a story that tries to undercut the hardcore appeal of a mainstream hero (Read “Mass Hero”). Yet, director Ashwath Marimuthu could not help but resort to the same deifying cliches at every turn of events. The result is a film that runs a story of subversion through the mill of rigid conformity. The film’s titular protagonist should have been a fine anti-hero with all his frailties. Alas, in “Dragon,” those flaws come across as quirks of a mass hero.

Speaking of quirkiness, the film starts well where our lead protagonist D. Ragavan becomes Dragon (Pradeep Ranganathan). All in a bid to impress girls, because the film immediately takes the sweeping stance that girls only dig bad boys. One of the top students in high school, Dragon intentionally starts to fall behind...

Anticipation is building for the upcoming Tamil sports drama, Bison: Kaalamaadan, directed by the visionary Mari Selvaraj. While Dhruv Vikram takes center stage as the lead, the film boasts a stellar ensemble cast that promises to elevate the narrative to new heights. Let’s delve into the pivotal roles played by Lal, Anupama Parameswaran, Pasupathy, Kalaiyarasan, and Rajisha Vijayan, and explore how their characters enrich this cinematic journey.

Vikram takes on the lead role, portraying the character of Manathi Ganesan, an Arjuna Award-winning Kabaddi player. This film is based on the real-life story of Ganesan, highlighting his journey and achievements in the sport.

Anupama Parameswaran plays a significant role in the film, although specific details about her character have not been publicly disclosed.

Lal: The mentor with a steely resolve

Veteran actor Lal steps into the shoes of a seasoned Kabaddi coach, a character etched with experience and unwavering determination.

Dragon Worldwide Box Office Day 26: Crosses The 150 Crore Milestone!(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Dragon, starring Pradeep Ranganathan, Anupama Parameswaran, and Kayadu Lohar, is a huge success for Kollywood. Surprisingly, it has dominated a magnum opus like Vidaamuyarchi, which was Ajith Kumar’s big comeback film after a two-year gap. Made on a moderate budget, the film has amassed massive returns so far, and yesterday, on day 26, it unleashed a significant milestone at the worldwide box office.

First Tamil film to earn 150 crores in 2025!

Released amid decent expectations, the Kollywood coming-of-age comedy-drama exceeded all projections and predictions. With positive word-of-mouth spreading like wildfire, it entered the 100 crore club in no time, and recently, it also hit the 150 crore milestone at the worldwide box office, becoming the first Tamil film to do it in 2025.

This is a big achievement for Pradeep Ranganathan and the entire team. Actually, Vidaamuyarchi was expected to dominate...

Dragon Box Office Collection Day 23 ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Dragon, starring Pradeep Ranganathan, Anupama Parameswaran, and Kayadu Lohar, has emerged as a huge success story. Released amid decent expectations, the film has minted an unbelievable sum so far and is already gracing the throne of the highest-grossing Kollywood film of 2025 at the Indian box office. However, in the lifetime run, it might fail to be the year’s most profitable film. Keep reading for a detailed collection report of 23 days!

Reception of the film

Written and directed by Ashwath Marimuthu, the Kollywood coming-of-age comedy-drama was theatrically released on February 21, 2025. Upon its release, the film received mostly positive reviews from critics. Even among the ticket-buying audience, it enjoyed favorable word-of-mouth and amassed an impressive total on the board.

Dragon at the Indian box office

Written and directed by Ashwath Marimuthu, the Kollywood coming-of-age comedy-drama was theatrically released on February 21, 2025. Upon its release,...

Dragon Box Office: Beats Ajith Kumar’s Vidaamuyarchi In North America ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Dragon, starring Pradeep Ranganathan in the lead role, has surprised everyone with its theatrical run. Released amid decent expectations, the film received solid backing from the audience, which made it the highest-grossing Tamil film of the year by surpassing Ajith Kumar’s Vidaamuyarchi. Now, one exciting update is coming in from the North American box office, which speaks volumes of its worldwide success.

The Ashwath Marimuthu directorial opened to positive reviews from critics, and even among the ticket-buying audience, it enjoyed favorable word-of-mouth. This resulted in the film enjoying a solid run in the first three weeks. While the run in the domestic run has been impressive so far, the performance in the overseas market, too, has been superb.

Rocking run at the North American box office

Overseas, Dragon has amassed around 33 crore gross in 22 days,...

Jana Nayagan: Vijay’s Final Film Gears Up for a Grand Release ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

The shooting of Thalapathy Vijay’s final film, Jana Nayagan directed by H. Vinoth is progressing swiftly. Reports suggest that the team is planning for a Pongal 2026 release.

Meanwhile, strong buzz is circulating in film circles that three-star directors are going to join the film. Atlee, Nelson Dilipkumar, and Lokesh Kanagaraj might make cameo appearances in a song. This special song is rumored to be a tribute to Vijay as he transitions from acting to politics, but there is no official confirmation regarding this.

Fans on social media have been celebrating this speculation. Many are expressing excitement about the possibility of witnessing their favorite directors alongside Vijay on screen. If true, it will be a memorable send-off for the actor.

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Officer On Duty Multiplex Ban ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Officer on Duty is running successfully in theaters across Kerala. Like other recent successful Malayalam films, it has also received a dubbed theatrical release in other languages. The Telugu and Tamil versions will be released in theaters tomorrow, March 14, 2025 (Friday), and bookings are already open.

However, there is a problem, multiplexes are refusing to screen the film. The reason is that the original Malayalam version was released on February 20, 2025, so an Ott release might be imminent. According to 123Telugu, multiplexes are unwilling to accept the film for exhibition. It remains to be seen whether this issue can be resolved.

One thing to note is that multiplexes are still exhibiting the original Malayalam version in Chennai and Mumbai. The film stars Kunchacko Boban as Harishankar, a police officer who has recently been demoted to the rank of Circle Inspector after some altercations with his superiors.

Dragon Worldwide Box Office Day 20 ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Dragon, starring Pradeep Ranganathan, Anupama Parameswaran, and Kayadu Lohar, continues to do well at ticket windows. It is on the verge of ending its third week and has already achieved much more than expected. In a dream run, the film recently surpassed Ajith Kumar’s Vidaamuyarchi to become the highest-grossing Kollywood film in 2025. Up next, it’ll unleash one significant milestone at the worldwide box office. Keep reading for a detailed collection report of 20 days!

It’s a super-hit affair!

The Pradeep Ranganathan starrer has been on a winning ride since the opening day. Further, with positive word-of-mouth coming into play, the film cemented its stronghold at ticket counters. As per the latest update, the film has earned 94.01 crore net at the Indian box office in 20 days.

Reportedly, Dragon is carrying a budget of 35 crores. Against this cost, it is already enjoying...

Is Samantha Ruth Prabhu joining Anupama Parameswaran’s cast? ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Samantha Ruth Prabhu, who predominantly works in Telugu and Tamil cinema, has captivated audiences with her talent and charm. Over the years, she has established herself as one of South India’s highest-paid actresses. After sharing the screen with Varun Dhawan in Citadel: Honey Bunny, Samantha is now preparing for her next project, Paradha.

Samantha’s Cameo: A Major Twist in The Climax?

According to 123telugu.com, Samantha Ruth Prabhu is set to make a special cameo in Anupama Parameswaran’s upcoming mystery drama Paradha. While details about her character remain under wraps, reports suggest that she will play a pivotal role in the film’s climax, making her appearance one of its major highlights.

Notably, Paradha marks Samantha’s second collaboration with Anupama Parameswaran, following Trivikram Srinivas’s A Aa. Considering her ability to leave a lasting impact even in brief roles,...

Here’s A Look At The Top 5 Awaited Tamil Movies (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Tamil cinema is set for an exciting year with a stellar lineup of films featuring gripping narratives, compelling visuals, and power-packed performances. Here’s a look at the top five Tamil films generating buzz that should be on your watchlist!

Test

Helmed by debutant director S. Shashikanth, Test is one of the most anticipated sports dramas of the year. The film boasts a stellar star cast, including R. Madhavan, Nayanthara, Siddharth, Meera Jasmine, Lirish Rahav, Kaali Venkat, Murugadoss, Nassar, Mohan Raman, and Vinay Varma. Test revolves around the world of cricket, telling the story of a national-level cricketer, a scientist, and a teacher. The film is slated for release on April 4, 2025.

Rakkayie

Rakkayie is an upcoming period action drama starring Nayanthara. It is directed by Senthil Nallasamy and tells the story of a courageous mother who declares...

The much-awaited first look of Bison is here!

Applause Entertainment, in collaboration with Neelam Studios has unveiled the striking first look of Bison, an electrifying sports drama directed by the acclaimed Mari Selvaraj.

Starring the legendary Vikram’s son Dhruv Vikram in a transformative role as a Kabaddi player, alongside Anupama Parameswaran, the film is inspired by true events and brings to life a gripping tale of passion, resilience, and triumph against all odds.

Sameer Nair says, “The purpose of a storyteller is not to tell you what or how to think and feel, but to give you something to think and feel about. This is what we strive to do. Building a scalable creative business requires art, science and magic blended with considerable fiscal discipline. The journey from being ‘Applause Entertainment’ to becoming the ‘House of Applause’ has been a dramatic yet rewarding ride and the love has been definitely worth all the risk.

Dragon Worldwide Box Office Day 5: Surpasses Madha Gaja Raja To Be Kollywood’s 2nd Highest-Grosser Of 2025 (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Dragon, starring Pradeep Ranganathan and Anupama Parameswaran, has exceeded all expectations and is performing exceptionally well at ticket windows. After Madha Gaja Raja, it’s the second big surprise for Kollywood in 2025, and even before completing a week in theatres, it has emerged as a successful affair. At the worldwide box office, it has already crossed the 60 crore mark and is heading towards the 100 crore milestone. Keep reading for a detailed day 5 report!

Impressive run at the Indian box office

The Pradeep Ranganathan starrer was released on February 21. Upon its release, the Tamil coming-of-age comedy-drama opened to a mostly positive response from critics. From performances to writing – almost every aspect of the film was praised. Among the ticket-buying audiences, too, it is enjoying favorable word-of-mouth, which is clearly getting translated into footfalls.

Dragon Worldwide Box Office Collection Day 4 (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The Pradeep Ranganathan starrer Tamil coming-of-age comedy-drama Dragon has been witnessing a stellar run at the box office. The film is turning out to be yet another success for Ranganathan after Love Today. Here is taking a look at the box office performance of the film on its 4th day.

Dragon Worldwide Box Office Collection Day 4

The Pradeep Ranganathan starrer earned 35.7 crores when it comes to its India net collection. Including the taxes, the film’s gross collection stands at 42.12 crores. The movie earned around 14.7 crores when it comes to its overseas collection.

The worldwide collection of Dragon now stands at 56.82 crores. The Pradeep Ranganathan starrer is inching towards 60 crores. Not only this, but the movie has also managed to recover its entire budget.

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A Look At The Top Tamil Films Releasing On February 2025 (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Tamil cinema has had a great start this year with successful releases like Madha Gaja Raja and Kadhalikka Neramillai. February 2025 is all set with an exciting lineup of films. Here are five highly-anticipated Tamil films releasing next month.

1. Vidaamuyarchi

Vidaamuyarchi, directed by Magizh Thirumeni, is an action thriller starring Ajith Kumar, Trisha Krishnan, Arjun Sarja, Regina Cassandra, Arav, and Ramya Subramanian. The film will be released on February 6, 2025. The story follows a married couple. The wife gets kidnapped, and the husband must fight to rescue her. Anirudh Ravichander composed the music. This marks his reunion with Ajith after the 2017 film Vivegam.

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2. Kaadhal Enbadhu Podhu Udamai

This romantic drama,...

Netflix is betting big on South Indian cinema, unveiling an ambitious slate of Tamil and Telugu-language films featuring industry titans Kamal Haasan, Ajith Kumar, Suriya, Vijay Deverakonda and Pawan Kalyan.

The streaming giant unveiled its lineup during the auspicious Pongal and Sankranti festivals, showcasing a mix of action blockbusters, thrillers, and drama that will hit theaters before making their streaming debut.

The Tamil slate features nine films: Mani Ratnam’s “Thug Life,” starring Kamal Haasan, Silambarasan, Trisha Krishnan and Pankaj Tripathi; Ajith Kumar’s double offerings “Good Bad Ugly” and “VidaaMuyarchi” with Trisha Krishnan; Suriya and Pooja Hegde’s “Retro”; “Bison” starring Dhruv Vikram and Anupama Parameswaran; “Dragon” with Pradeep Ranganathan; “Kaantha” featuring Dulquer Salmaan and Bhagyashri Borse; “Perusu” with Vaibhav and social media star Niharika Nm; and an untitled Pradeep Ranganathan-Keerthiswaran project with Mamitha Baiju.

The Telugu lineup boasts nine major releases: Pawan Kalyan’s “Og” with Emraan Hashmi...

Top Telugu Films Of 2024 Highlights (Photo Credit – Facebook)

2024 has been a roller coaster ride for filmmakers and audiences as they witnessed a succession of blockbuster successes and unexpected disasters.

From Mahesh Babu’s Guntur Karam and Prabhas’ Kalki to Jr. Ntr’s Devara and the much-awaited lag (2023)-the end of the year Allu Arjun’s Pushpa 2: The Rule—Tollywood has not only flaunted its stars but also impressed with the quality of storytelling.

Beating the hit ratio of the previous year, a broader spectrum of films, including big-budget flicks and sleeper hits, were popular during 2024.

Here’s a list of the Top 10 Telugu films of 2024.

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Hanuman is a Telugu superhero movie directed by Prasanth Varma. The film casts Teja Sajja, Amritha Aiyer, and Varalakshmi Sarathkumar in the prominent lead roles, along with Vinay Rai, Raj Deepak Shetty,...

Tillu Square Is Streaming On Netflix (Photo Credit –Facebook)

Tillu Square made its Ott debut last week on Netflix, but the Telugu-language romantic comedy did not ring enough bells. However, with the second film, it finally made its presence felt, making a smashing entry on Netflix’s top 10 global charts in week 2 with 1.2 million views.

In the second week of its streaming on Netflix, the film registered 2.5 million viewing hours and entered the global Netflix charts, occupying the number 10 position worldwide.

However, this number is less than other recent Telugu releases on Netflix, including Mahesh Babu’s Guntur Kaaram, Prabhas’s Salaar, and Nani starrer Hi Nanna, since all of them dropped on Netflix this year.

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Aavesham Worldwide Box Office Collections After 22 Days: All Set To Beat Lifetime Record Of Pulimurugan ( Photo Credit – Twitter )

The Malayalam film industry is witnessing a captivating phenomenon with Aavesham. This Fahadh Faasil starrer has been creating a steady buzz since its release, but the true story is unfolding on the box office battlefield.

Aavesham’s genre and its commercial success are sparking conversations about a maturing audience and the changing dynamics of Malayalam cinema. Read further to know Aavesham’s worldwide box office collections after 3 weeks (22 days).

Aavesham‘s domestic performance has been particularly impressive. It collected 18.70 crore in its 3rd Week. With a net collection of 74.15 crore and a gross collection of 87.49 crore in India alone, the film has struck a chord with local audiences. Overseas markets have also been captivated by Aavesham, contributing over 51 crore to its kitty.

After 22 days, the Fahadh Faasil starrer has raked in a whopping 138.49 crore worldwide,...

Top 10 Trending Indian Movies On Netflix ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Kiran Rao directorial Laapataa Ladies enjoyed rave reviews upon its big release earlier this month. The film stars Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastava, Chhaya Kadam, and Ravi Kishan. It hit the digital platform Netflix last Friday and is achieving new milestones as fans continue to shower love. Scroll below for the exciting details!

Laapataa Ladies revolves around two young brides who lose themselves during a train ride. The audience and critics hailed the film for its social message, performances, and direction. Unfortunately, it was declared a box office flop with only 15 crores collections in its lifetime.

Top 10 Trending Indian Movies on Netflix

The ultimate good news is that Laapataa Ladies has toppled the list of Top 10 Trending Indian Movies for the day. The list is followed by Tillu Square, starring Siddhu Jonnalagadda and Anupama Parameswaran in the leading roles.

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After the successful prequel of DJ Tillu, the second part, Tillu Square, on Netflix, directed by Mallik Ram, was full-on entertaining! In the previous movie, we saw how DJ Tillu and his girlfriend Radhika buried her ex-boyfriend Rohit’s dead body in the burial ground. In this sequel we meet Anupama Parameswaran as Lilly Josef and Sidhu Jonnalagadda as Tillu. They were amazing, bringing a perfect balance of romance and humor to their roles. The story follows Tillu, a laid-back DJ and event planner in his mid-twenties, who’s loved by everyone around him. But he’s been hurt in love before and now swears off relationships. But then, things get crazy when Tillu finds out that Lilly, the girl he’s seeing, is going to have his baby! Now, Tillu, who usually avoids taking responsibility, has to marry her because he doesn’t have any other options. But here...