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Aamir Khan is basking in the success of 'Sitaare Zameen Par,' celebrating with a party where a video of his dance moves went viral, charming fans. The film, a spiritual successor to 'Taare Zameen Par,' features specially-abled actors in key roles. Khan was recently seen in a cameo in 'Coolie'.

Mahavtar Narsimha, an animated film, has remarkably sustained its box office run for over a month, driven by religious sentiments and strong visuals. Despite competition from 'Saiyaara' and major releases like 'War 2' and 'Coolie', it continues its strong performance even into its fifth week. The film's total collection in India across all languages now stands at Rs 237.1 crore.

Hrithik Roshan's 'War 2' has grossed ₹167.4 crore in Hindi, surpassing 'Sitaare Zameen Par' to become the 6th biggest Hindi grosser of 2025. The film's total collection across all languages in India stands at ₹224.25 crore. Part of the YRF Spy Universe, the next installment, 'Alpha,' starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari, faces a potential clash with Kartik Aaryan's film.

Ashwin Kumar's animated film, Mahavatar Narsimha, has surpassed Ajay Devgn's Raid 2, becoming the 4th highest-grossing Hindi film of 2025. Despite a modest opening, strong word-of-mouth and emotional storytelling propelled the film to success. The film's impressive performance highlights the potential of Indian mythological narratives in animation, resonating deeply with audiences and setting a new benchmark.

Ashwin Kumar's Mahavatar Narsimha has achieved a historic feat, surpassing Aamir Khan's Sitaare Zameen Par to become the fifth-highest-grossing Hindi film of 2025. The mythological animation drama demonstrated remarkable staying power, maintaining strong collections despite competition from major releases like Saiyaara and War 2. Its success highlights the audience's growing interest in well-told stories rooted in Indian history and mythology.