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Day 30 Collections Witness Historic 62.5% Saturday Surge
Early trade reports confirm that Hanuman Ansh witnessed an unprecedented 62.5% jump on Saturday (Day 30), raking in ₹16.25 crore net across 6,055 shows. This massive surge takes total India net collections to ₹99.13 crore and total India gross past ₹117.27 crore.
CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Watches Film, Confirms Tax Exemption
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami attended a screening in Dehradun alongside cabinet ministers and announced the film tax-free, commending its authentic portrayal of Neem Karoli Baba and Kainchi Dham’s spiritual heritage.
Gross Collections Cross ₹106 Crore Mark on Day 30
On its 30th day in theaters, the devotional drama added approximately ₹7.79 crore net across nearly 5,000 shows, pushing total India net collections past ₹90.67 crore and worldwide gross over ₹106.96 crore.
Hanuman Ansh Box Office Day 30 Live: Neem Karoli Baba Biopic Crosses ₹100 Cr Gross; Declared Tax-Free in Uttarakhand
Hanuman Ansh Live Updates: The low-budget devotional sensation directed by Vishal Chaturvedi breaches the ₹100 crore gross barrier on Day 30, gets officially declared tax-free in Uttarakhand.
Fans Demand Circuit & Munna Comeback
Social media sparked massive nostalgia immediately following Warsi's statement, with franchise loyalists urging the makers to prioritize the project over other commercial commitments.
Munna Bhai 3 in the Works? Arshad Warsi Drops Massive Update on Sanjay Dutt and Rajkumar Hirani Reunion
Arshad Warsi shares a witty update on Munna Bhai 3, revealing Sanjay Dutt is actively pushing director Rajkumar Hirani to roll out the much-awaited third installment.
Day 29 Footfalls Hold Strong Across Single Screens
Entering its fifth weekend, the film maintained high double-digit occupancy across suburban centers, setting up a clear path toward the ₹100 crore club despite major theatrical competition.
ROI Breaks 50-Year Box Office Record
Made on a shoestring budget of under ₹2 crore, the film has returned nearly 50x on investment, officially surpassing the historic commercial ROI benchmarks set by 1975's Jai Santoshi Maa.
Uttarakhand Government Grants Tax-Free Status
Following an overwhelming public response and historic occupancy in northern belts, the Uttarakhand state government officially granted tax-free status to the devotional drama.
Box Office Sensation: Low-Budget Hit Hanuman Ansh Declared Tax-Free in Uttarakhand After Crossing ₹80 Crore
Surprise blockbuster Hanuman Ansh, based on Neem Karoli Baba, gets tax-free status in Uttarakhand as domestic box office collections storm past the ₹80 crore mark.
Original Cast Dynamic Revived on Sets
Insiders report high comic chemistry between the core group—Ajay Devgn, Sharman Joshi, Arshad Warsi, and Tusshar Kapoor—with Rohit Shetty dialing up classic slapstick banter and massive set pieces.
Sharman Joshi Shares Emotional Wrap Note
Sharman Joshi wrapped his filming schedule for Golmaal 5, expressing excitement about reuniting with Ajay Devgn and Rohit Shetty after nearly two decades since the iconic first installment.
Golmaal 5 Shooting Wrap: Sharman Joshi Returns Alongside Ajay Devgn; Laxman Returns Confirmed
Golmaal 5 shooting updates: Sharman Joshi wraps his schedule reunited with Ajay Devgn, Rohit Shetty plans the biggest comedy ensemble yet for the franchise.
Arshad Warsi Drops Massive ‘Munna Bhai 3’ Tease
Speaking about the much-anticipated third installment, Arshad Warsi revealed that Sanjay Dutt is persistently pushing Rajkumar Hirani to greenlight the script, stating, “Sanjay Dutt has Raju Hirani at gunpoint for Munna Bhai 3… I’m just really praying for it.”
Asur 3 Shoot Commences with Arshad Warsi & Barun Sobti
Filming for Asur Season 3 has officially begun. The psychological crime thriller brings back Arshad Warsi and Barun Sobti in their iconic roles, with Ahsaas Channa joining the ensemble cast.
Mirzapur: The Movie Emerges as 4th Highest Opener of 2026
Trade reports confirm Pankaj Tripathi and Ali Fazal starrer Mirzapur: The Movie delivered a massive opening day haul, crossing the ₹25–30 crore mark and becoming the fourth-biggest Hindi box office opener of the year.
Kunal Kemmu’s ‘Vibe’ Promises a Comedy of Errors, From Weddings to Funerals
Kunal Kemmu is set to return as an actor-director with Vibe, a comedy that follows two ordinary friends who become entangled in a dangerous covert mission. At the trailer launch, wife Soha Ali Khan praised Kunal’s comic timing, joking that he can make people laugh “shaadi ho ya funeral.” The film also stars Preity Zinta in an action-packed role and is scheduled to release in theatres on September 18.

Salman Khan Halts Paparazzi on Bigg Boss Sets
Salman Khan made headlines during promotional shoots ahead of Bigg Boss, expressing frustration when photographers crowded his private space and asking them to maintain basic perimeter boundaries.
OTT Releases This Week: ‘Dhamaal 4’, ‘DC’ and ‘The Mandalorian & Grogu’ Lead the Line-Up
This week’s OTT releases bring an exciting mix of genres for viewers, from the dark and violent take on the Devdas story in DC to the comedy-packed return of the Dhamaal gang in Dhamaal 4. Meanwhile, The Mandalorian & Grogu takes audiences on another thrilling intergalactic adventure.

Kartik Aaryan Heads to London for ‘Captain India’ Shoot, Shares Glimpses of His Prep
Kartik Aaryan has given fans a sneak peek into his journey to London ahead of shooting for Captain India. The actor shared a photo dump featuring airport moments, music, luggage and a glimpse of the film’s shooting draft on his tablet, hinting at his preparations for director Shimit Amin’s upcoming project.

India’s Miss World Legacy: Meet the Six Indian Women Who Won the Crown
India has won the Miss World title six times, beginning with Reita Faria in 1966. Aishwarya Rai (1994), Diana Hayden (1997), Yukta Mookhey (1999), Priyanka Chopra (2000) and Manushi Chhillar (2017) later brought the prestigious crown home, while Nikita Porwal is set to represent India at the Miss World 2026 final in Vietnam.

Samay Raina Faces Backlash Over Ahmedabad Plane Crash Joke on ‘India’s Got Latent’
Comedian Samay Raina has faced criticism after contestant Vijay Poria reportedly attempted to joke about the Ahmedabad plane crash while discussing his fear of air travel on India’s Got Latent 2. Samay was seen stopping him from completing the joke and asking him to respond differently, but the incident has still drawn backlash online, with some users calling the remark insensitive.

Disha Salian Case: Sushant Singh Rajput’s Sister Shweta Singh Kirti Pins Hope on CBI Probe
Sushant Singh Rajput’s sister Shweta Singh Kirti has welcomed the CBI inquiry into Disha Salian’s death, saying that “truth has its own power” and cannot ultimately be defeated. Her reaction comes after the Bombay High Court directed the CBI to register an FIR and conduct a detailed investigation into the case.

Salman Khan Loses Cool at ‘Bigg Boss 20’ Shoot, Asks Paps to Maintain Distance
Salman Khan was spotted shooting for the grand premiere of Bigg Boss 20 in a stylish cowboy-inspired look. While posing for the paparazzi, the actor appeared irritated by the crowd and asked photographers to maintain distance from the stage, saying, “Yeh mera kaam nahi hai.” However, he later posed with the paps and even clicked selfies with them. Bigg Boss 20 is set to premiere on September 6 on Colors TV and JioHotstar.
