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Vicky Kaushal’s ‘Chhaava’ Experiences Box Office Slump Following Nagpur Unrest

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1 year ago

March 19, 2025

Vicky Kaushal’s film ‘Chhaava’ has been making waves both for its impressive box office numbers and the unforeseen political tensions in Nagpur. The movie, which depicts the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj and his fight against Aurangzeb, has become a focal point in Maharashtra’s current political turmoil.

Despite its solid performance, the film experienced a decline in ticket sales during the weekdays. On Tuesday, it earned ₹2.5 crore, bringing its total domestic gross to ₹567.8 crore, according to ‘Sacnilk’. While ‘Chhaava’ continues to achieve significant financial success, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis linked it to the ongoing unrest in Nagpur.

In a session of the Maharashtra Assembly, Fadnavis asserted that the film has sparked public outrage against Aurangzeb. He called for peace, stating, “The movie has rekindled emotions, but it is essential to maintain harmony in Maharashtra.”
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His comments followed violent incidents in Nagpur on Monday. Tensions flared up after allegations emerged regarding the desecration of a sacred text during protests by right-wing groups advocating for the removal of Aurangzeb’s tomb in Khuldabad, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar. The situation remains fraught, with law enforcement on high alert.

Maharashtra CM #DevendraFadnavis remarked that the violence in #Nagpur appears to be “a well-planned attack.” He indicated that rumors had circulated about the burning of religious items as the VHP and #BajrangDal staged protests in the state’s winter capital.

‘Chhaava’ achieved a strong finish in its fourth week with total earnings of ₹55.95 crore. The film experienced a notable increase in collections on Friday, with a rise of 61.11% to earn ₹7.25 crore. This upward trend continued over the weekend, recording ₹7.9 crore on Saturday and ₹8 crore on Sunday. However, Monday saw a sharp decline of 66.88%, as the film garnered only ₹2.65 crore, followed by another decrease on Tuesday. On that day, the film recorded a Hindi occupancy rate of 10.42% and a Telugu occupancy of 12.77%.

In terms of domestic earnings, ‘Chhaava’ has outstripped several of Bollywood’s major blockbusters. Globally, its total collection has surpassed ₹764 crore, positioning it among the highest-grossing Indian films. With ‘Stree 2’ currently holding at ₹597 crore, ‘Chhaava’ is just ₹30 crore shy of surpassing it.

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Raghava Lawrence Likely to Contest from Vijay’s Assembly Seat

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8 hours ago

June 6, 2026

Namma Kudla

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay retained the Perambur constituency after winning from two seats in the Assembly election and resigned from the Tiruchchi East seat.

Reports now suggest that popular actor, director, and choreographer Raghava Lawrence may contest the upcoming by-election from Tiruchchi East on behalf of Vijay’s TVK party. The news has been widely discussed on social media.

Raghava Lawrence is known for his charitable work and support for differently-abled people, orphaned children, and senior citizens. His strong public image is seen as an advantage if he enters the race.

Earlier, rumours claimed that actress Trisha Krishnan would contest from the constituency, but those reports were later dismissed.

The by-election for Tiruchchi East has not yet been announced, and there has been no official confirmation regarding the party’s candidate. However, reports indicate that Vijay may choose a close associate to contest from the seat.

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Duniya Vijay Joins Vijay Sethupathi in Telugu Film ‘Slum Dog’

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10 hours ago

June 6, 2026

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Film : Kannada star actor Duniya Vijay is set to appear in the upcoming Telugu film Slum Dog. The movie stars Vijay Sethupathi in the lead role and is directed by Puri Jagannadh.

The film has already created a positive buzz in the Telugu film industry. Reports suggest that Duniya Vijay will be seen in a unique and important role.

The makers have announced that the first teaser of Slum Dog will be released on June 8. They also shared a new poster featuring Vijay Sethupathi holding a blood-stained weapon.

The film is said to be based on life in a slum and revolves around a beggar mafia story. Earlier, the team released a poster of Duniya Vijay in a colorful outfit and hat, creating curiosity about his character.

Director Puri Jagannadh has high hopes for the film after a series of setbacks. The movie is produced by Puri Jagannadh and Charmme Kaur. Veteran actress Tabu plays the female lead

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Rakshit Shetty Celebrates Birthday, Fans Pour In Wishes

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14 hours ago

June 6, 2026

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Film: Kannada actor and filmmaker Rakshit Shetty celebrated his birthday on June 6 with fans and film personalities showering him with wishes on social media.

Special birthday posters and tribute videos were released by production houses to mark the occasion. Hashtags such as #HBDRakshitShetty and #HappyBirthdayRakshitShetty trended among fans.

Known for films like Kirik Party and 777 Charlie, Rakshit continues to enjoy strong support from audiences.

Fans also used the occasion to express excitement for his upcoming film Richard Anthony, one of the most anticipated projects in Kannada cinema.