📉 Srinivasa Mangapuram's box office slump continues

Srinivasa Mangapuram is facing a major box office slump after its initial run. The film, starring Jai Krishna Ghattamaneni and Rasha Thadani, has seen a steep decline over five days in India. On Day 5, the Telugu romantic action drama earned only 31 lakh, which is a 75.2% drop from the opening day's 1.25 crore. Overall, it has grossed 4.83 crore, significantly falling short of its 20 crore budget. The film is likely to end its run sooner than expected due to mixed reviews. 😥

📉 Sharvari misses 100 Cr mark in two big films

Sharvari failed to cross the 100 crore worldwide box office mark with two recent movies. The films, Main Vaapas Aaunga and Alpha, featured her prominently in Bollywood. Main Vaapas Aaunga grossed 98.76 crore over 53 days, while Alpha earned 99.07 crore in about a month. These numbers meant both films narrowly missed their target by less than 1.5 crore. Fans will wait to see if her next project breaks the 100 crore barrier. 🎬

🎬 Alpha finishes run as 8th highest Bollywood grosser

The movie Alpha has wrapped up its theatrical run after concluding its journey. The film, starring Alia Bhatt, Sharvari, Bobby Deol, and Anil Kapoor, was released by YRF. It earned 59.29 crore net in India over one month and 29.09 crore overseas. Despite a 100 crore budget, it recovered only 59% domestically. Worldwide, it totals 99.07 crore, ranking it 8th among 2026 releases. 📉

🎬 Can The Paradise be Nani's biggest box office hit?

Nani is gearing up for a big screen comeback with the film The Paradise. The movie is set to release around September 2026, according to reports from the makers. Dasara currently holds the record for his biggest opening with a net of 23.2 crore in India. The Paradise could potentially become his first 30 crore net opener, surpassing Dasara's record. This upcoming action drama features Sonali Kulkarni and has an estimated budget of 200 crore.

🎬 Odyssey inches closer to top 8 Hollywood film spot

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey collected 2 crore net on Day 18, despite competition from Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The film, starring Anne Hathaway and Matt Damon, has a cumulative total of 148.11 crore at the Indian box office. This day's collection saw a 41% drop compared to the 3.41 crore earned last Friday. The Odyssey is currently the 9th highest-grossing Hollywood film, aiming to surpass The Lion King's 150.09 crore. It is set to become the first Christopher Nolan directorial to cross the 150 crore milestone in India.

🔬 Droplets with steering wheel show chemistry power

Scientists have created unique two-phase droplets that can be controlled like tiny vehicles. Rakesh Narani, working at National Tsing Hua University, engineered these Janus droplets using hydrocarbon and fluorinated liquids. Magnetic iron oxide nanoparticles were placed at the boundary to create visible dividing lines between the two halves. By manipulating an external magnetic field, Narani can actively steer and drive these microscopic droplets. This technology shows potential for future uses in sensing, catalysis, and drug delivery applications.

✨ Holland & Zendaya Smash Box Office Records

Spider-Man: Brand New Day and The Odyssey achieved a massive $430 million weekend in North America. This success featured Tom Holland, Zendaya, and Jon Bernthal across both movies. The combined haul beat the previous record of $402 million set in 2019. Holland plays Telemachus in Nolan’s epic while Zendaya reprises her role in Spider-Man. The films continue their strong run after their July releases. 🚀

📉 Bhai Tera Star Hai flops big time at box office

The film Bhai Tera Star Hai has seen a major rejection from the audience, officially confirmed by the first Monday's performance. Starring Raghav Juyal, the movie was released on July 30th and performed poorly across India. On Day 5, collections dropped to just 6 lakh, totaling an estimated 97 lakh net over five days. This marks a massive 76% crash compared to its opening day of 25 lakh. The movie's total net collection is projected between 1.15-1.25 crore, significantly less than 'Kill'.

🚀 Can SpaceX keep pushing the boundaries?

SpaceX continues its ambitious trajectory in the aerospace sector. The company is known for its innovative rocketry designs and missions. Key metrics include its recent launch cadence and ongoing development projects. This ongoing push tests the limits of current space technology and engineering prowess. Future developments will determine if SpaceX maintains its pioneering momentum. 🚀

🚭 Quitting smoke: the fourth pillar of cancer care

Quitting tobacco is considered the 'fourth pillar' of cancer care, alongside surgery, radiation, and chemo. This vital intervention is often missed by patients across various cancer types in places like the University of Wisconsin-Madison. A 2025 analysis showed those who quit had significantly lower mortality risks compared to smokers. The gap exists due to implementation issues like lack of staff training and funding, not lack of evidence. New standards now require screening and referral within 30 days for newly diagnosed patients. 🚭

❤️ Heart Failure Mortality Dropping in Sweden 🇸🇪

Advanced heart failure mortality rates significantly decreased in Sweden between 2003 and 2022. Researchers studied 5323 patients with AdvHFrEF in Sweden over those two decades. Overall, 1-year all-cause mortality dropped from 46.1 to 32.9 per 100 person-years. CV mortality saw a major decline, but uptake of advanced therapies stayed low even for eligible patients. Future improvements require earlier patient identification and better access to these treatments.