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Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda's debut film 'Saiyaara' has become a massive hit, captivating audiences with their on-screen chemistry and off-screen bond. Directed by Mohit Suri, the romantic drama has crossed Rs 500 crore globally. Ahaan's protective gesture towards Aneet, along with her touching pre-casting memory, has further fueled their popularity.

Despite a significant drop in numbers at the box office during its third weekend, 'War 2,' starring Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, and Kiara Advani, saw a slight increase on Sunday, earning Rs 1.50 crore. The film's India net total has reached Rs 234.31 crore, while globally it has grossed an estimated Rs 355.1 crore.

Dominic Arun's 'Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra,' starring Kalyani Priyadarshan and Naslen, has dominated the box office, earning Rs 13.95 crore domestically in three days. The film's Malayalam version saw impressive occupancy, particularly during night shows. Filmmaker Nag Ashwin of 'Kalki 2898 AD' praised the superhero film and its team on social media, acknowledging their efforts.

Mohanlal's 'Hridayapoorvam', directed by Sathyan Anthikad, has garnered a total of Rs 8.60 crore during its opening weekend, showcasing a steady performance at the box office. Despite competition, the film has resonated with audiences, particularly families, drawn to its feel-good narrative. Malavika Mohanan expressed her gratitude for the warm reception and shared her experience working with Mohanlal.

Param Sundari, starring Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor, released this Friday. The film earned Rs 3.97 crore on Saturday. Its total collection now stands at Rs 11.22 crore. The movie maintains pace with other romantic comedies released in 2025. Param Sundari had an overall occupancy of 13.85% on Saturday.

Mohanlal's 'Hridayapoorvam,' directed by Sathyan Anthikad, has garnered positive reception and decent box office numbers, opening with Rs 3.25 crore and collecting Rs 5.95 crore in two days. The family drama is praised as a feel-good entertainer with humor and relatable storytelling. The film's strong theatre occupancy and positive word-of-mouth are expected to sustain its momentum.

Lokah: Chapter 1 – Chandra, Malayalam cinema's first female superhero film, made a strong debut. The film starring Kalyani Priyadarshan earned Rs 2.7 crore on its opening day. Collections rose nearly 39% on day two, totaling Rs 6.45 crore. Kalyani Priyadarshan's performance received praise. Viewers lauded the film's visual effects and entertainment value.

War 2's box office collections have slowed significantly in its second week, earning approximately Rs 1.50 crore on its second Thursday, closely mirroring Rajinikanth’s Coolie. The release of 'Param Sundari', starring Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor, is expected to further impact War 2's performance, potentially drawing away audiences and making it difficult for the film to regain momentum.

Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor are set to grace the screens with their romantic comedy, 'Param Sundari,' anticipated to have a promising opening weekend. Early estimates suggest a potential opening of Rs 7-10 crore, with the film enjoying a wide release across 2500 screens.