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The Indian box office is witnessing a phenomenal period, with regional cinema taking the lead in a spectacular fashion. The undisputed champion of the moment is Rishab Shetty's 'Kantara Chapter 1'. The film has been on a historic run, officially becoming the highest-grossing Indian film of 2025 by crossing the monumental ₹800 crore mark at the worldwide box office. [7, 14] Its success is being hailed as a testament to the power of authentic storytelling, captivating audiences across the nation and beyond. The film's rich cultural narrative and stunning visuals have resonated deeply, challenging the traditional dominance of Bollywood. [14]
Meanwhile, Bollywood is holding its own with Ayushmann Khurrana's latest offering, the horror-comedy 'Thamma'. The film has been performing impressively, crossing the ₹55 crore mark and receiving positive word-of-mouth. [6, 7] This continues Ayushmann's successful streak of choosing unconventional yet commercially viable projects. Another film making waves is 'Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat'. Starring Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa, the romantic thriller has shown steady collections, raking in over ₹22.75 crore. [6] However, the film has also been embroiled in controversy, with some viewers labeling it as 'misogynistic'. Noted filmmaker Hansal Mehta, who praised the film, recently defended his stance against the backlash. [12]
Celebrity Spotlight
Ayushmann Khurrana: The King of Quirk Strikes Again!
Ayushmann Khurrana is currently basking in the success of his recently released horror-comedy, 'Thamma'. The film, which also stars Rashmika Mandanna, has been a hit with audiences, proving once again that Khurrana's unique script choices are a recipe for success. [7] 'Thamma' has already become his eighth highest-grossing film of all time. The film's director, Amar Kaushik, who also co-produced it, is already looking ahead to his next big project. He recently shared updates on 'Mahavatar', starring Vicky Kaushal, revealing that the film is a deeply personal project inspired by his own childhood experiences in Arunachal Pradesh. [23]
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What to Watch This Weekend!
For those looking for fresh content, today, October 24, 2025, marks the release of the much-anticipated film 'The Girlfriend', starring Rashmika Mandanna. [10] If you're in the mood for a romantic comedy from the comfort of your home, there's good news for you too. The Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor starrer, 'Param Sundari', is now available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video. [17] The film, which had a mixed reception in theaters, is finding a new audience on the OTT platform. And looking ahead, mark your calendars for October 31st, when the historical drama 'The Taj Story', featuring veteran actor Paresh Rawal, is set to hit the big screens. [13]
