From Aditya Dhar’s ‘Dhurandhar’, starring Ranveer Singh, dominating the box office collections to Sai Pallavi getting roped in to play the role of classical singer MS Subbulakshmi, December 15, 2025, was full of happenings in the entertainment world. Let’s take a look at the top buzzworthy stories of the day.
‘Dhurandhar’ continues box office dominance
Ranveer Singh’s espionage thriller ‘Dhurandhar’ has surged past Rs 375 crore domestically in just 10 days, smashing expectations and outperforming ‘Pushpa 2’ on its second Sunday. The Aditya Dhar-directed film is now projected to challenge the lifetime total of ‘KGF: Chapter 2’, cementing its status as a major commercial blockbuster.
Ranveer Singh lines up ‘Don 3’ and ‘Pralay after ‘Dhurandhar’
Following the smashing success of ‘Dhurandhar’ (Rs 58 crore on its second Sunday), Ranveer Singh is reportedly scheduling two major projects next — ‘Don 3’ and a zombie‐comedy titled ‘Pralay’. ‘Don 3’ is expected to enter production next year, with ‘Pralay’ slated for mid-2026.
‘Sholay: The Final Cut’ re-release draws crowds
As a tribute to late actor Dharmendra, the restored 4K version of the classic ‘Sholay’ (‘Sholay: The Final Cut’) is showing strong box office traction, nearing Rs 1.50 crore in its first three days across India. Echoing the ongoing nostalgia trend, this release highlights how legendary films still command viewer interest.
‘Akhanda 2: Thaandavam’ opens big
Nandamuri Balakrishna’s ‘Akhanda 2’ is dominating Telugu theatres with an estimated Rs 61 crore net in its first three days, including Rs 15 crore on Sunday alone. The film’s mass appeal continues to translate into strong occupancy and box office momentum. Sai Pallavi to star in legendary biopicSai Pallavi is set to portray iconic classical singer M.S. Subbulakshmi in a new biographical film directed by Gowtham Tinnanuri, backed by a major production house. The project is generating buzz for its musical depth and Pallavi’s potential performance.
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