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Pink Villa
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Top 10 Hindi Opening Days Of 2025 In India: Chhaava occupies top spot; Where can Saiyaara land?
2025 has presented a mixed picture at the Hindi box office. While Chhaava remains the reigning champion, we also witnessed prominent movies like Sikandar, Sky Force, Deva, Kesari Chapter 2, and many more. Apart from Vicky Kaushal's blockbuster movie, we have seen two hits, Raid 2 and Sitaare Zameen Par so far. Ahead of Saiyaara's release, let's take a look at the top 10 biggest Hindi openers in India. Top 10 biggest Hindi openers in India: Chhaava, Sikandar and more 1. CHHAAVA Directed by Laxman Utekar, Chhaava collected Rs 29.50 crore on its opening day. Released on February 14, 2025, the historical drama starred Vicky Kaushal as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. The all-time blockbuster is on the top spot in the list. 2. SIKANDAR Starring Salman Khan, Sikandar opened at Rs 25 crore net business at the box office during its release in March this year. Also featuring Rashmika Mandanna, the action drama has cliched the second position. 3. HOUSEFULL 5 Headlined by Akshay Kumar, Housefull 5 started its journey with an opening business of Rs 22 crore net during its theatrical run. Released in June this year, the fifth installment of the Housefull franchise is at the third spot. 4. RAID 2 Led by Ajay Devgn, Raid 2 earned Rs 19 crore on the first day of its release at the box office. Also featuring Vaani Kapoor, the Raid sequel stands on the fourth position. Saiyaara aims to clinch the 4th spot, can it outperform Raid 2? Saiyaara, which stars debutantes Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, is set to be released on July 18, 2025. With an expected opening range between Rs 15 crore and Rs 20 crore, the upcoming film is eyeing to become the fourth biggest opener in the list. It is yet to be seen if it can perform better than Raid 2. If lucky, Saiyaara can become the second biggest opener. Disclaimer: The box office figures are compiled from various sources and our research. The figures can be approximate, and Pinkvilla does not make any claims about the authenticity of the data. However, they are adequately indicative of the box-office performance of the films in question.
Pink Villa
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Will Vicky Kaushal's Mahavatar not release in 2026 due to Love and War? Real reason inside
Ever since Vicky Kaushal' s upcoming film Mahavatar was announced, fans have been eagerly awaiting the chance to see the actor in a never-before-seen avatar. The first look of the film itself has created a lot of hype. The movie, based on the life of Lord Parshuram, directed by Stree director Amar Kaushik, was slated for a grand Christmas 2026 release. However, the latest chatter may break your heart, as it suggests that the release might not happen on time. Vicky Kaushal's current work schedule According to reports in ETimes, Vicky Kaushal has allotted around 200 days for his upcoming film, Love & War, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. The shooting began in late 2024 and is expected to continue until the third quarter of 2025. The film, which also stars Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt, is slated for a March 2026 release. Vicky Kaushal's physical transformation for Mahavatar The first look posters of Mahavatar are proof that Vicky will have to undergo a massive transformation for the film. He will have to bulk up for one of the most challenging roles of his career. The actor has openly admitted that at the time of Chhaava, it was difficult for him to put on weight. He had reached 105 kgs for the Laxman Utekar film but had to shed it all for Love & War. It may be a challenge for him yet again to bulk up, and it may take months before he attains the physique required for Mahavatar. Even if the film goes on floors late 2025 or early 2026, the post-production will take a lot of time considering the heavy VFX that will be used in it. Post-production of mythological films and those that are heavy on VFX requires a lot of time for their completion. Earlier examples include Brahmastra, Adipurush, and now Ramayana, which has already been wrapped but will only be released in Diwali next year. Considering these factors, we wouldn't be surprised if Mahavatar faces a delay and does not stick to its promised deadline. Well, fans might be disheartened with this news, but it's only for the best. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more such updates.
India.com
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Most Popular Indian Films Of 2025 So Far As Per IMDb Ratings: Have You Watched All Of Them?
photoDetails english 2929116 Updated:Jul 10, 2025, 07:00 AM IST Most Popular Indian Films Of 2025 So Far As Per IMDb 1 / 11 Most Popular Indian Films Of 2025 So Far: IMDb recently announced the Most Popular Indian Movies of 2025 So Far. The list is based on the actual page views of the more than 250 million monthly visitors to IMDb worldwide, who rely on IMDb to discover and decide what to watch. Chhaava tops the Most Popular Indian Movie of 2025 So Far list based on worldwide page views of IMDb customers. Check out all 10 names here: Chhaava 2 / 11 Chhaava is an epic historical action film based on the life of Sambhaji Maharaj, the second ruler of the Maratha Empire, who is played by Vicky Kaushal. An adaptation of the Marathi novel Chhava by Shivaji Sawant, it is directed by Laxman Utekar and produced by Dinesh Vijan under Maddock Films. The cast also includes Akshaye Khanna and Rashmika Mandanna. 'We're honored that Chhaava has topped the IMDb Most Popular Indian Movies of 2025 So Far list. What makes this recognition truly special is that it comes directly from the fans. Their overwhelming love and positive reception for this Maddock film and performances, led by Vicky Kaushal, Rashmika Mandanna, and Akshaye Khanna, have been incredibly heartening. This inspires our entire cast and crew to continue creating stories that resonate with audiences worldwide," said Laxman Utekar, the director of Chhaava. Dragon 3 / 11 Dragon is a Tamil coming-of-age comedy drama film directed by Ashwath Marimuthu, who co-wrote the story with Pradeep Ranganathan. Produced by AGS Entertainment, the film stars Pradeep in the titular role, Anupama Parameswaran, Kayadu Lohar, Mysskin, Gautham Vasudev Menon, KS Ravikumar and George Maryan. Deva 4 / 11 Deva is an action thriller film, directed by Rosshan Andrrews, and produced by Siddharth Roy Kapur under Roy Kapur Films. The film stars Shahid Kapoor, Pooja Hegde and Pavail Gulati. It is a remake of Andrrews's own 2013 Malayalam film Mumbai Police, with a different climax. Raid 2 5 / 11 Raid 2 is a crime thriller film directed by Raj Kumar Gupta. The film is a sequel to Raid (2018) and stars Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh and Vaani Kapoor. Retro 6 / 11 Retro is a Tamil romantic action thriller film written and directed by Karthik Subbaraj. Produced by Stone Bench Creations and 2D Entertainment, the film stars Suriya and Pooja Hegde in the lead roles. The Diplomat 7 / 11 The Diplomat is a political thriller film directed by Shivam Nair and written by Ritesh Shah. The film, starring John Abraham and Sadia Khateeb, is set against the backdrop of India–Pakistan relations, exploring themes of diplomacy and the personal conflicts faced by diplomats. L2: Empuraan 8 / 11 L2: Empuraan is an action thriller film directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran and written by Murali Gopy. It is jointly produced by Antony Perumbavoor, Subaskaran Allirajah and Gokulam Gopalan through Aashirvad Cinemas, Lyca Productions and Sree Gokulam Movies. The second instalment in the Lucifer trilogy starring Mohanlal, it also features Prithviraj Sukumaran, Abhimanyu Singh, Tovino Thomas, Manju Warrier among others. Sitaare Zameen Par 9 / 11 Sitaare Zameen Par is a sports comedy drama film directed by RS Prasanna, and produced by Aamir Khan and Aparna Purohit. It is a spiritual successor to Khan's 2007 film Taare Zameen Par, and stars him and Genelia Deshmukh. It is an official remake of the 2018 Spanish film Champions. It introduces ten debutant special actors, telling an uplifting story that blends inspiration with realism. Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh 10 / 11 Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh is a historical courtroom drama film directed by Karan Singh Tyagi and produced by Dharma Productions, Leo Media Collective, and Cape of Good Films. A spiritual sequel to the historical action film Kesari (2019), the plot is based on the book 'The Case That Shook The Empire' by Raghu Palat and Pushpa Palat, centred around C Sankaran Nair and the 1919 Jallianwala Bagh massacre. Vidaamuyarchi 11 / 11 Vidaamuyarchi is a Tamil action thriller film written and directed by Magizh Thirumeni. Inspired by the 1997 American film Breakdown, it is produced by Subaskaran Allirajah under Lyca Productions. The film stars Ajith Kumar, Arjun, Trisha, Regina Cassandra and Arav.
India.com
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
India's most popular film of 2025 made 500% profit; beats Sitaare Zameen Par, Sikandar, Kesari Chapter 2, name is..., actress is...
As we reach the halfway mark of 2025, IMDb India has released its Most Popular Indian Films of 2025 (So Far) list. Unsurprisingly, box office success and online buzz have gone hand in hand, and leading the charge is Laxman Utekar's magnum opus Chhaava, starring Vicky Kaushal. According to IMDb's criteria, the list includes Indian films released between January 1 and July 1, 2025, that have a user rating of 6 or higher and at least 10,000 votes. Rankings are based on actual page views from over 250 million monthly IMDb users worldwide. Why did Chhaava beat the big names? Despite having fierce competition from films like Salman Khan's Sikandar, Aamir Khan's Sitaare Zameen Par, and Akshay Kumar's Kesari Chapter 2, it was Chhaava that took the crown. A biopic of Maratha king Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, the film grossed a whopping Rs 809 crore at the box office on a Rs 130 crore budget, yielding over 500% profit. That's not just a hit; that's a phenomenon. With powerful performances by Vicky Kaushal, Rashmika Mandanna, Akshaye Khanna, and Divya Dutta, Chhaava has become the year's cultural juggernaut. Director Laxman Utekar noted, 'What makes this recognition truly special is that it comes directly from the fans… Their overwhelming love and positive reception have been incredibly heartening.' Which films made it to IMDb's top 10? Here's the complete rundown of the most popular Indian movies of 2025 so far: Chhaava – Rs 809 crore juggernaut Dragon (Tamil) – A surprise hit led by Pradeep Ranganathan Deva (Hindi) – Shahid Kapoor's intense turn, praised despite flopping Raid 2 (Hindi) Retro (Tamil) The Diplomat (Hindi) L2: Empuraan (Malayalam) Sitaare Zameen Par (Hindi) – Aamir's redemption arc post-Laal Singh Chaddha Kesari Chapter 2 (Hindi) – Akshay returns with patriotic fervour VidaaMuyarchi (Tamil) – A slow burn that found its voice While Sitaare Zameen Par and Kesari Chapter 2 cracked the top 10, Salman Khan's much-hyped Sikandar did not make the list — a surprising miss, given the star power. With Chhaava dominating both hearts and headlines, 2025's first half proves that strong storytelling, historical gravitas, and passionate performances still win on screen and online.
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Business Standard
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Standard
Chhaava becomes 2025 top film with 500% profit as IMDb, beats big releases
As the curtain falls on the first half of 2025, IMDb India has unveiled its official mid-year list of the most popular Indian movies. The ranking, based on user ratings and global page views, showcases the Indian films that captured the most attention from movie lovers across the world. IMDb's selection criteria In an official statement, IMDb clarified that only Indian films released between January 1 and July 1, 2025, with a minimum IMDb rating of 6 and at least 10,000 user votes, were considered. The final list reflects the most viewed titles among IMDb's 250 million monthly users worldwide, emphasizing fan engagement over critic reviews or box office alone. Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava: IMDb's most popular Indian film of 2025 (so far) Topping the list is Laxman Utekar's historical biopic Chhaava, which stars Vicky Kaushal as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. The film smashed box office records, earning ₹809 crore against a modest ₹130 crore budget — a staggering 500%+ return. Co-starring Rashmika Mandanna, Akshaye Khanna, Divya Dutta, and Vineet Kumar Singh, Chhaava has not only become the highest-grossing Indian film of 2025 so far but also garnered immense critical and audience appreciation. Director Laxman Utekar expressed gratitude, saying, 'We're honoured that Chhaava has topped the IMDb Most Popular Indian Movies of 2025 So Far list. What makes this recognition truly special is that it comes directly from the fans. Their overwhelming love and positive reception for this Maddock film and performances, led by Vicky Kaushal, Rashmika Mandanna, and Akshaye Khanna, have been incredibly heartening. This inspires our entire cast and crew to continue creating stories that resonate with audiences worldwide.' IMDb's top 10 Indian films of 2025 List (Mid-Year) Here's the full List of IMDb India's top 10 most popular Indian movies of 2025 so far: Chhaava (Hindi) Dragon (Tamil) Deva (Hindi) Raid 2 (Hindi) Retro (Tamil) The Diplomat (Hindi) L2: Empuraan (Malayalam) Sitaare Zameen Par (Hindi) Kesari Chapter 2 (Hindi) VidaaMuyarchi (Tamil)
