Kantara Chapter 1 grosses Rs 750 crore; Thamma eyes Rs 20 crore opening
Key Takeaways
- 'Kantara Chapter 1' grosses Rs 750 crore worldwide; English version releases October 31, 2025.
- 'Thamma' starring Khurrana and Mandanna, eyes Rs 20 crore opening after 15.76% occupancy.
- 'Mortal Kombat 2' French release moved to May 6, 2026, by Warner Bros. and New Line Cinema.
- 'Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2', starring Kapil Sharma, releases December 12, 2025.
Top Stories
Kantara Chapter 1 grosses Rs 750 crore, English version on October 31.
Rishab Shetty's 'Kantara Chapter 1' has grossed over Rs 750 crore worldwide and will release its English version on October 31, 2025. The film is expected to surpass 'Chhaava' as the highest-grossing Indian film of the year.
'Thamma' opens with 15.76% occupancy, eyes Rs 20 crore opening.
On October 21, 2025, 'Thamma,' starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna, had a 15.76% morning occupancy on its first day, potentially leading to a 20 crore opening due to positive reviews and the Diwali holiday.
'Mortal Kombat 2' France release moved to May 6, 2026.
The French release date for 'Mortal Kombat 2' has been moved to May 6, 2026, by Warner Bros. and New Line Cinema to optimize box office results.
'Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2' to release December 12, 2025.
'Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2', starring Kapil Sharma, is set to release in theaters on December 12, 2025, promising a comedic narrative.
Critics' Corner
The Guardian reviews 'Hedda,' a 1950s England-set Ibsen adaptation.
The Guardian reviewed Nia DaCosta's 'Hedda' on October 22, 2025, an adaptation of Ibsen's play set in 1950s England, starring Tessa Thompson.
'Regretting You' film adaptation criticized as dull and unoriginal.
A review in The Hollywood Reporter on October 22, 2025, criticizes the film adaptation of Colleen Hoover's 'Regretting You' as dull and unoriginal.
Film Festivals
Women and the World Film Festival opens with 'Sanatorium' premiere.
The Women and the World International Film Festival in London will open on November 6, 2025, with the premiere of “Sanatorium,” Ireland’s submission for the Academy Awards.
Star Power
Star-studded premiere for 'Bugonia' in New York City.
On October 21, 2025, the premiere of 'Bugonia' in New York City featured stars like Emma Stone, Jesse Plemons, and Alicia Silverstone.
Streaming Now
Hulu offers seven top horror movies for Halloween viewing.
As of October 22, 2025, Hulu features seven horror movies for Halloween, including 'Alien,' 'The Fly,' 'Scream,' 'Sinister,' 'Us,' 'No One Will Save You,' and 'Saw.'