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Varun Dhawan's latest film, 'Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari,' is underperforming at the box office, earning just Rs 36.21 crore in six days. Despite praise for his performance, the movie's execution and storyline have disappointed fans. This follows a string of less successful projects, raising concerns about his recent film choices.

The cinematic phenomenon that is Rishab Shetty's 'Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1' has taken the box office by storm, achieving new heights that outdo its original incarnation. The Hindi version of the sequel has demonstrated astonishing box office prowess, surpassing its predecessor's total revenue within just six days, raking in a staggering Rs 93.25 crore.

Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor's Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari garnered a mixed reception, earning Rs 33 crore domestically by its first Monday. Despite a strong opening, the film experienced a significant drop in collections, facing competition from Kantara Chapter 1 and struggling to reach the Rs 50-crore global mark.

Rishab Shetty's "Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1" has opened to a phenomenal start, overcoming initial slow advance bookings to mint Rs 22.46 crore by 2 PM on its release day. Strong reviews from paid premieres propelled its success, significantly outperforming "Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari." With holidays boosting evening shows, "Kantara" targets a massive Rs 40 crore opening day.

Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 headlined and directed by Rishab Shetty, setting the stage for the highly anticipated sequel to 2022's blockbuster film Kantara, has embarked on its global debut with impressive momentum. With more than USD 500,000 collected from the North American screenings already, the film is showing promise there and across India.

Varun Dhawan recently shared intimate details about his enduring love story with wife Natasha Dalal, revealing their connection began in 5th standard. He also opened up about his deep bond with pet dog Joey, crediting him for preparing him for fatherhood. Dhawan emphasized not differentiating between his dog and child, highlighting Joey's significant impact on his life.

Janhvi Kapoor, whose new film ‘Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari’ just released, addressed comparisons to her mother Sridevi. While Varun Dhawan felt she's compared to contemporaries, Janhvi views the Sridevi comparison as a compliment and an aspiration that fuels her responsibility. She also emphasized her artistic need for diverse roles to avoid boredom.

On Two Much with Kajol and Twinkle, Alia Bhatt shared a heartwarming memory of Rishi Kapoor, long before she married Ranbir Kapoor. Talking about her time on the sets of Kapoor & Sons, Alia said, “I wasn’t dating Ranbir at that time, but we would hang out every evening." Alia also recalled the similarities between Rishi Kapoor and her daughter, Raha.

Alia Bhatt and Varun Dhawan recently appeared on Kajol and Twinkle Khanna's chat show. Alia dodged a question about being friends with exes, while Varun playfully jabbed at Twinkle's film Mela. Varun also recounted a significant lesson from his father, David Dhawan, regarding professionalism and earning one's creative stature on set.

Varun Dhawan recently recounted a pivotal moment when his father, David Dhawan, sternly corrected him for interfering with his direction as a young intern. David emphasized professional hierarchy, advising Varun to wait until he achieved his own stature. While initially disappointed, Varun later understood his father's wisdom, noting their creative discussions are now highly productive.

Varun Dhawan revealed he and Maniesh Paul drank alcohol from 7:30 am to convincingly portray drunkenness for a scene in Jug Jugg Jeeyo, repeating the process the next day. He also voiced concerns about social media's role in creating false narratives, impacting actors' confidence. Dhawan is set to appear next in Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari.

Long before Janhvi Kapoor stepped into the movies, she remembers watching her mother, the legendary Sridevi, laugh her heart out at Govinda’s comedy. As Janhvi gears up for the release of Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari with Varun Dhawan, she fondly shared how her mother admired the 90s comedy icon and even had a soft spot for Varun after watching him in Judwaa 2.

Varun Dhawan celebrated Durga Ashtami with children, sharing festive moments on social media. A viral video showed him calmly handling a rash driving confrontation. He’s promoting ‘Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari,’ releasing October 2, 2025, where he stars alongside Janhvi Kapoor in a romantic comedy directed by Shashank Khaitan.

Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal are expecting their first child, a joyous announcement they recently shared on social media with a sweet polaroid. Katrina displayed her pregnancy glow at Sunny Kaushal's birthday, where his cryptic reply hinted at the upcoming arrival. The couple, who married in 2021, received widespread congratulations.

Akshay Kumar is experiencing a significant box office comeback with "Jolly LLB 3," which has amassed Rs 93.50 crore in just 11 days. The film now stands as his fourth-highest grosser since the pandemic, surpassing "Kesari 2." Its continued success faces a major challenge next week with the release of two big films, potentially impacting its final collections.

Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor's 'Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari' is set for an October 2 release, clashing with Rishabh Shetty's 'Kantara: Chapter 1'. Dhawan clarified their date shift, avoiding friends' films, and asserted the holiday is ample for both. Director Shashank Khaitan questioned limiting weekly releases.

Varun Dhawan's "Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari" prepares for its big-screen debut, facing strong competition from 'Kantara: Chapter 1'. Advance bookings are steady but modest, with day one earnings projected between ₹10.50-₹12.50 crore.

Varun Dhawan recently garnered praise for his calm and patient handling of a viral incident where a man accused his driver of rash driving and abusive behavior. The actor diffused the tense situation by calmly responding, earning widespread appreciation from netizens for his level-headed approach while on a promotional spree for his upcoming film.

Bobby and Abhay Deol's first ad together is a viral sensation, captivating audiences with hilarious animated transformations and a surprise cameo from elder brother Sunny Deol. The quirky commercial, promoting an app, leverages AI for its bizarre chicken-to-gold-coin transitions, leaving viewers both confused and amused. Social media is abuzz with praise for the Deol brothers' fun-filled collaboration.