🎬 Toxic movie crosses ₹200 crore mark in India

The film 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-ups' crossed the ₹200 crore net collection milestone on its fifth day. The movie, starring Yash, Nayanthara, and Kiara Advani, was released across India. On Day 5, it earned ₹23 crore net from 16,241 shows, bringing the cumulative India net to ₹214.10 crore. The Hindi version was the biggest earner for the day, while the Kannada version showed high occupancy rates. ZEE5 has reportedly acquired the digital and satellite rights for a deal valued around ₹235 crore. 🎬

🌍 World Leaders Meet at SCO Summit in Bishkek

Prime Minister Modi, Xi Jinping, and Vladimir Putin are meeting in Bishkek for the 26th SCO summit. This two-day summit runs on August 31 and September 1, marking the organization's 25 years. Discussions will cover regional security, trade, and transnational threats amidst current global conflicts. Modi is attending at the invitation of Kyrgyz President Sadyr Zhaparov, aiming to advance India's regional vision. He will also attend the 6th World Nomad Games during his visit. 🌍

🔥 Awarapan 2 beats Total Dhamaal at box office

Emraan Hashmi's film Awarapan 2 continues its strong run at the Indian box office. Starring Emraan Hashmi and Disha Patani, the movie surpassed Ajay Devgn’s Total Dhamaal domestically. On Day 17, Awarapan 2 collected 2.25 crore, bringing its cumulative net total to 156.19 crore. With a budget of 45 crore, it has achieved 247% profit in just 17 days. The film is now targeting Ayushmann Khurrana’s Thamma next. 🚀

🚀 Nivin Pauly's Bethlehem Kudumba Unit hits UK box office milestone

Nivin Pauly’s rom-com, Bethlehem Kudumba Unit, is making waves at the UK box office since its August 21 release. The film, directed by Girish AD and starring Mamitha Baiju, has become the second-highest-grossing Malayalam film in the UK. By the end of the second weekend, it earned a total of £1,295,933, surpassing Lokah's lifetime UK total. Globally, the film has achieved a worldwide gross of 195.79 crore. If the momentum continues, it might even surpass Mohanlal’s Empuraan in the UK.

🧬 Female biology might unlock the secrets to longer life

A new idea called the 'reproductive resilience hypothesis' suggests female reproductive tissues boost overall body resilience. This theory, discussed in Cell, posits that reproduction and longevity are connected, not opposing forces. Studies show ovarian aging can be slowed by rapamycin in mice, with human trials expected soon. This research offers a new angle to evaluate female disease risk by focusing on evolutionary perspectives. The findings could lead to tailored treatments for both men and women. 🧬

🔥 Awarapan 2 hits 90th highest Hindi grosser spot

The action thriller Awarapan 2 is seeing massive success at the worldwide box office. Led by Emraan Hashmi and Disha Patani, the film achieved a worldwide gross of 217.13 crore on day 17. In the last 24 hours, it surpassed films like MS Dhoni and Dabangg 3, securing the 90th spot overall. This marks Emraan Hashmi's first solo 200 crore grosser worldwide. The film is now aiming to beat Goliyon Ki Rasleela Ram-Leela today.

🎬 What's Dropping on OTT This Week?

New shows and movies are hitting streaming platforms from August 31 to September 6. Taapsee Pannu's Gandhari and Bigg Boss 20 are among the major releases this week. Gandhari drops on Netflix on September 3rd, while Dhamaal 4 is also available on September 4th. These titles offer comedy, intense drama, and reality TV for viewers. Check out the full list across Netflix, Prime Video, and more to decide what to binge.

🎬 Sardar 2 target: How much to beat the prequel?

Karthi's Sardar 2 is coming soon as the sequel to the 2022 hit Tamil action film. The original Sardar, directed by PS Mithran, hit theaters on October 21, 2022, in India. The prequel earned a net collection of 54.99 crore in India and 20 crore overseas. To surpass the predecessor, Sardar 2 needs to earn at least 55 crore net in India. The new film features SJ Suryah as the villain, promising more action.

💰 Suriya's film hits 200 crore milestone

The film Vishwanath And Sons has crossed the 200 crore mark at the worldwide box office. The movie is starring Suriya and was released in India and internationally. As of day 17, the worldwide gross stands at 200.08 crore, with 136.88 crore earned in India. This makes it Suriya's second 200-crore grosser and his second-highest film. The film will continue its run, holding the second spot in his top 10 global earners. 🎬

🎬 Haiwaan box office chances analyzed

The crime thriller film Haiwaan is set to release in theaters on September 11, reuniting Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan after 17 years. The movie features Akshay Kumar and director Priyadarshan, following their success with Bhooth Bangla. Analysts predict the film will start below 10 crore net, potentially around 4-7 crore on day one. This projection suggests it could rank between 2nd and 4th among the duo's top 5 openers in India. The film is produced by Venkat K Narayana and Shailaja Desai Fenn. 🎬

🎬 Suriya starrer nears budget recovery after 17 days

Vishwanath And Sons, starring Suriya and Mamitha Baiju, is performing strongly in Kollywood this year. The film wrapped its third weekend in India by earning nearly 7 crore net in revenue. As of Day 17, the movie has grossed 116 crore net against a 130 crore budget. This means the film has recovered 89.23% of its budget so far. It still needs to earn 14 crore net to secure a positive box office verdict. 🎬