This weekend in movies : Bollywood MARY KOM

By Shadath Siam

This Friday only one major film is releasing at the cinemas and expected to win the heart of critics and audiences alike. Mary Kom staring Priyanka Chopra in the title roll as the Olympic bronze medal winner boxer.

Priyanaka Chopra isn't a new face in women centric film, to be honest she is actually the first actress of new generation who shows that you can make some box office coins with a good film that doesn't have a established male actor. the film in question is fashion. since than six years have passed and we have got such films like Kahani, English Vinglish, the dirty picture , heroine, queen........ which continues the trend.

Of course there are also duds like "Whats Your Rashee", "Dedh Ishqiya ", Lafange Parinde. but there's reason to expect that Mary Kom will follow the former group. from the day of announcement, the film was the subject of curiosity which sky rocketed to the sky after the first look and trailer were released. there was appreciation from every corner. the soundtrack wasn't a hit but it definitely bends nicely with the film"s theme. after that Priyanka Chopra had done a huge promotion for it. 

Yes, we know how much a women centric film can go. actually none of the above mentioned film opened too well. but according to box office India Mary Kom is getting a huge release which is unexpected. early reviews also suggests a great film.

Finally add the film's tax free status in three major states, Mary Kom is expected to surprise......

Box Office : 

1st day: 7 crore
Weekend: 27 crore

Boxoffice Report-Bollywood Raja Natwarlal fails to impress, Mardani holds well

 By Shadath Siam

Raja Natwarlal

Emran Hashmi returned to theater after more than one year but audiences didn't find the product appealing enough. raja natarwala directed by Kunal Deshmukh who previously directed the actor in such hits Jannat and Jannat 2 earned a poor 13.80 crore at the box office.

Despite a holiday in some states the film didn't open too well. But there was chance of improving. Unfortunately the film wasn't good enough as proved by the film's saturday drop. Reviews were below average, so were the music.

 Box Office :

 According to Box Office India the films daily figures are stated below : 

Friday : 4.8 crore 
Saturday :4 crore 
Sunday : 5 crore

 Mardani

Mardaani comes out in the second place. the film starring Rani Mukherjee from the director Pradeep Sarkar had fantastic reviews and that is proved by its good hold. the film collected 5.5-6 crore in its second weekend. Mardani was dicleared tag free in three states which definitely give the collection some boost..

Finally, Raja Natarwala's poor performance helped it. the total collection is 29 crore and the lifetime total will definitely pass the 35crore, a great result for a low budget women centric thriller.

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Boxoffice Report: Bollywood | Ek Villain fever grips Box Office while Bobby Jassos & Lekar Hum Deewana Dil fails .

By  Shadath Siam

 

Ek Villain remains the number one film in Indian box office since any of the new releases couldn't make much of a headway. The super hit film earned 14 crore in its second weekend. Though its a steep drop, it was expected keeping in mind the movie's humongous start last weekend. Total business after second weekend is 87 crore and it has a chance of touching the 100 crore mark. 

In a distant second new film Bobby Jassos starring Vidya Balan earns 7.5 crore. As a word of mouth film, it still has chance and the film's decent growth over the weekend proves that . According to Box Office India daily figures are 1st day: 1.75 crore 2nd day: 2.50 crore 3rd day: 3.25 crore

The weekend's other new release Lekar Hum Deewana Dil opens in third place with an awful 1.5 crore. The film starts poorly on Friday and didn't show any growth which is truly surprising . The film starring new face Arman Jain was produced by Saif Ali Khan. Following the trend over the weekend the film has no chance and is a big looser at the box office

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Movie Preview: The Boxtrolls

 By Shadath Siam

Stop-motion animation is probably the least commercially appealing animation medium. But that doesn't mean anything on the quality. Just in 2012 we got three stop motion 3d animation film and all of them were great even two of them were nominated for the Oscar of best animation film

 Though, I found it really disheartening that none of them were commercial success. But this year i believe we are going to get a stop motion animation film that will most likely buck that trend, THE BOXTROLLS.

From the studio Laika who previously made paranormal and Coraline both were amazing, specially the latter one is one of my favorite.

The Boxtrolls story is based on the book 'Here the monsters!' by Alan Shaw.The story revolves around some trolls like creatures called the boxtrolls who live in the underground crave and collect trash. Suddenly they found an orphaned boy named eggs and raised him.

There are currently two released trailer and both are brilliant. The animation looks great, the visuals are breathtaking and the concept for both the trailer are outstanding. The movie will be directed by Anthony Stacche and Graham Annabel and music by Danio Marianelli. the film is currently scheduled for 26th September of this year, the same weekend when films like Hotel Transylvania and cloudy 2 were released.

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Most anticipated Bollywood Films of 2015 (Part 4 & Finale Part)

By Shadath Siam

Welcome back! So we are going to end our ongoing list! It's time to check out if any of your anticipated film have missed the chart.

Most anticipated Bollywood Films of 2015 Part 1

 Most anticipated Bollywood Films of 2015 Part 2

 Most anticipated Bollywood Films of 2015 Part 3

 3. Bajirao Mastani:  

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's dream project that he is practically trying to made throughout his entire carrier. His original dream cast Aishwariya Rai Bacchan and Salman Khan isn't there this time and we have nothing to do excepting dreaming how great that version would be.

 

But at least we have deepika and ranveer, fresh off from the huge success of SLB's last film. and 'Ram Chahein Leela' girl Priyanka Chopra has been roped for another female lead as the first wife of bajirao. so its actually the ram leela team again. With SLB's great imagination this film gonna be 'epic'

But i'm really worried about the budget of the film, since all of the director's previous film were too expensive. Nonthless, we have to wait till the next X-mas to know what he is going to bring to us.

 2. Fan: 

Whenever Shahrukh Khan try to do something different, most of the time it brings something fresh and new. Just remember Swades and Chak De India. This is what he is probably trying to do with his next project Manish Sharma's 'Fan' under Yash Raj films banner.

Just look at the filmography of the director, you have to agree with us the film 'fan' isn't going to be a non-stop action masala film and will be a complete departure from the actor's recent films. Actually we don't have a ton of news about the film. Even the lead heroine isn't confirmed yet.

Beleiving that the director has the capability to take such a huge project that he is hardly used to, we hope the film will deliver what SRK's fan want from him.

1. Mohejodaro:  

We don't know if this film will be released next year, but it's a more personal list you know. So, Hrithik Roshan's next film after bang bang is the most anticipated film for me whatever or whenever it will release.

Historical epic is a genre that is hugely popular but rarely made in bollywood. And now we are talking about the director who brought to us last two great historical drama of bollywood, laagan and jodha akbar. Specially the former was even nominated for an oscar.

 I know, the director ashutosh gowarika's last to films weren't commercial success, still they are great films specially khele hum ji jaan sain and this time he is going to replicate 'mohenjodaro' one of the first civilised cities in the world.

(absolutely right) there's no doubt the scale of this film will be huge. The producers are bringng experts from hollywood to make a world class film And remember HR's award winning performance in Jodha Akbar..... i just can't wait.... finger crossed. No leading lady has been finalised yet but who care's we have our won greak god.

 And it's end here. Hope you guys enjoyed the list. Your kind feedback or suggestion is highly appriciated.

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This weekend in movies: Bollywood Bobby Jasoos vs. Lekar Hum Deewana Dil

 By Shadath Siam

Ramadan is a quite month for Bollywood and we have just seen three back to back big films. So this weekend two medium budget film will face each other at the box office and virtually neither has a chance of dethroning Ek Villain from the top spot.

Both film will depend on word of mouth and interestingly both are mainly multiplex film. But Bobby Jasoos has a better chance to score since it has a big female name attached to it.

Marketing has been solid, specially Vidya Balan promoted her film via a new website as a cop. Plus the film has a good family appeal which is a good thing.

And we are getting another Kapoor member with Leekar Hum Dewana Dil. The film had music by the great A R Rahman. But unfortunately the songs did not click the audience perfectly which is a big problem for romantic films.

But the concept is fresh and the stars were everywhere promoting the film. Though urban themed fresh romantic films hasn't click recently, the film will try to buck that trend  .

It's hard to predict both films opening weekend since word of mouth will play a big part. So we are going only with the opening day prediction

Bobby Jasoos: 3 crore

Lekar Hum Deewana Dil: 2.5 crore

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Most anticipated Bollywood Films of 2015 (Part 3)

 By Shadath Siam

We have returned with our list and its time to check out the top 5 (would be) films of next year. If you have missed any of the previous part click on  ( Part 1)  here and (Part 2) here.

6. Dil Dhadak Ne Do: 

 Ranveer Sing, Priyanka Chopra, Farhaan Akhtar, Anushka Sharma, Anil Kapoor, Rahul Bose.... That' quite a long list. So its a forgone conclusion that Joya akhtar's next will be the biggest ensemble cast of 2015. Though The director's first film " Luck by Chance " was a critical darling, it failed to fly high at the box office.

But the director rebounded nicely with 'zindagi na milegi dobara' the most acclaimed film of 2012 and a box office hit. Currently scheduled for 5th June, the film is continuing its shooting in some of the most exotic location around the world and will be a family drama in an expensive cruise ship.

 5. Prem Ratan Dhan Paayo (tie):   

Next Diwali, Salman khan will return to his roots. Sooraj Bartajya, The director who shape up the carrier of the current superstar will be reuniting again with this film. Salman khan will be seen opposite Soonam Kapoor in this family drama (as always).

There is a strong rumor that he will play double role as Prem & Ratan. But we are concerning, whether the audience will accept a film like this, since the director is known for his old styled film? We doubt, that's why we placed it so low. But, if the content is good it will be an another case.

 4. Window Seat : 

Ranbir Kapoor & Deepika Padukone in imtiaz ali's film!!! Those three names are just enough to make me hyped about this film. The 'yeh jawaani hain deewani' Jodi will be back with this one. Though the concept isn't all that clear, it's been called a journey based film

Yes highway wasn't a big success, but we are talking about the director of jab we met, love aaj kaal. So with the current hottest jodi in the b'town it has all the chance to become the next YJHD

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This weekend in movies: Hollywood , Transformers: Age Of Extinction

By : Shadath Siam 

After three years Michael Bay is returning with one of the biggest franchise of recent memory 'Transformers' but the question is 'can the film retain its fan base with a new cast?'

Based on the Harbro toy brands the series was first introduce in 2009 by the executive producer Steven Spielberg. The two sequels came between next four years and all films were hugely successful, especially the third film entered the billion dollar club.

Thats should guarantee a sure shot hit but wait, there is some questions. The most important point is the absence of Shia Labeouf, just following the rules of replacing actress Megan Fox in the third entry this new film will introduce Mark Walhberg.

Paramount Pictures Transformers: Age Of Extinction

While Walhberg is a bigger draw, it makes the film missing its familiar tone. The other point is the toxic reception of the last two entry especially critically and this one isn't bucking that trend. As of now the film has an atrocious 13% rotten point at rottentomatoes that will definitely make some audience quit this entry

Still this summer is missing any breakout hit. And films like How to Train your Dragon, Spiderman or X-man is just missing their mark, there is a great chance that new robotic dinasours and a family friendly tone will make it a good win though touching the success of previous entry is near impossible. But look for a better overseas run that could once again take this entry to the one billion mark.

Weekend Prediction: 98 million

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This weekend in Bollywood movies : Ek Villain

 By Shadath Siam

Two years before when Mohit Suri & Vishesh films decided to make the sequel Ashique 2 nearly twenty years after the original, it simply sounds like a really really bad idea.

But when the actual film came out, it blew away all the expectations and became one of the biggest hits of last year. To be honest, the film was a true phenomenon that was hugely liked by the audiences and the film's leggy run at the box office proved it.

Now the question is ' Will the history be repeated this weekend ? ' And all the signs point out that 'yes'. Ek Villain is darker in tone and Siddharth Malhotra will be seen as an action hero for the first time in his carrier.

 

Balaji Motion Pictures's Ek Villain Poster

Finally, there is Ritesh Deshmukh who will be seen in a role that is a comeplete departure from his wheelhouse i.e. Comedy. There is Nothing to say about the films music. It's already the biggest hit of the year. Songs like Galliyaan, Jarrorat and Banjarra are rocking the music chart.

If the film has any real problem at all, it's the film's darker tone. Will family audiences come to see this action heavy dark romantic film ? But that's not really a big problem since it's a really low cost film and the opening will ensure a healthy return.

Box Office Prediction  :

First day: 9 crore
Weekend: 30 crore
Lifetime: 70 crore

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Most anticipated Bollywood Films of 2015 (Part 2)

By Shadath Siam

Read  =>  Top 10 most anticipated Bollywood Films of 2015 ( Part 1)

So we are continuing our countdown. Let's see which movies are on the next three spots of our ongoing list of most anticipated films of next year.

8. Phantom:

You probably have to wait until April of 2015 to see the first real big commercial film of the year. Kabir Khan will bring back another high octane action thriller with his Ek Tha Tiger actress Katrina Kaif. Unfortunately in stead of Salman Khan the movie will feature a new Jodi in Bollywood in the form of Saif Ali Khan and Kat.

Since Saif is no match for Salman khan, don't expect it to be the next Ek Tha Tiger. Still the director shows us that he has the capability to carry on a good story. So, if the film is as good as 'New York' it will continue to make good money throughout the next IPL season.

7. Jai Hind: 

As always Akshay Kumar's hand is full of movies. Though his films mostly look good on paper, he is hardly a sure-shot hit maker now a days.From all of his Remake, Sequel and Masala films of next year, we are choosing the odd one. And the reason is the director Neeraj Pandey.

Special 26 proves that the man isn't a one film wonder and the film did solid if not spectacular business at the box office. Assuming that Jai Hind will not disappoint critically, it has all the ingredients to become the next 'A Wednesday'.


 6. Jagga Jasoos:

In Bollywood , Was it possible that A film with a hero who neither can hear nor can talk ? A heroine who is autistic really could become a hit. No way !!!! Ranbir Kapoor made the riskiest move of his carrier with Barfi and its unbelievable that that film earned 100 crore at the Box Office.Forget all the acclaim the film got from critics and audiences.

So now reuniting the films director and actor definitely make Jagga Jasoos one of the most anticipated movie of the year. Add Katrina Kaif in the mix, this film will be big. Currently slated for 29th may, the same release date of The Xpose Sequel.

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Top 10 most anticipated Bollywood Films of 2015 ( Part 1)

 By Shadath Siam

Yes i know, we haven't finished 2014 yet. But isn't it really interesting to talk about films that we have known will be released next year.

It's been a long tradition in Hollywood to fix up the release date before the film is completed and since holidays and breaking records are becoming more and more important, Bollywood is following the method of early release date. Just look at the release schedule of Bollywood films of 2015, you can not help but surprise date about half of the release date has been booked already. Just before starting remember some points. The films here are not only written up by there box office but also keeping in mind there directors, critical acclaim the film might got and star cast.

And last but not least there is actually eleven film on the chart because there is a legitimate chance that at least one of them will not release on there scheduled date. So, let's the countdown begin....

10. Mary Com Biopic: 

Yes, we know its a women centric film but didn't films like Fashion, Heroine, Queen, Dirty Picture, Kahaani, English Vinglish prove that its not a problem at all.

Priyanka Chopra & Mary Com

Actress Priyanka Chopra, director Omang Kumar, producer Sanjay Leela Bhanshali all are trying to push the movie to the next level.

The makers have recently announced that they are pushing the release date from 2nd October just to give the film an international film

9. Shuddhi:

The whole world goes ga-ga over the news that Karan Johar have finalized Hrithik Roshan and Kareena Kapoor khan for Shuddhi. But very unfortunately both opt out latter for specific reasons.

Salman khan Kareena Kapoor Deepika Padukone & Hrithik Roshan

After that a lot of names have popped out including Ranveer, Deepika, Salman khan but nothing is finalized yet. Still its one of the most anticipated movie of 2015 and already been scheduled for the next Christmas holiday.

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This weekend in movies Bollywood: Humshakals with Box Office Prediction

By Shadath Siam

This weekend we're getting three Saif Ali khan simply in one movie. Director Sajid Khan is releasing his fifth movie with Humshakals . Sajid khan had an awesome track record until 2013. His debut film Heyy Baby next film Housefull and its sequel Housefull 2 all were super hits. So he was almost one of the top most wanted director in Bollywood. And then came Himmatwala. One of the biggest disappointment of recent time not only critically but also commercially that ended his dream run. Fortunately, Humshakal is looking like it has all the element to become an instant hit.

Stills from the Movie

The promo and songs are super fun with slapstick comedy everywhere. Though Sajid khan's lucky muscot Akshay Kumar is missing, Saif Ali khan fill up that nicely and add Ritesh and Tamanna, that's a nice pair.But the most important positive side for the film is its situation in schedule. It's been quite a long time a big budget comedy film had been released, add still successful but unable to live up its huge expectation 'Holiday' .

People are ready for a big budget commercial film. 

Box Offilce Prediction : 

Humshakals First day : 14 crore 

Humshakals Weekend : 48 crore

Humshakals Lifetime Collection : 110 crore

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Boxoffice Trends of Bollywood in 2014 : The Year of Youngsters

By  Shadath Siam

We're almost in the midst of the year and Bollywood once again shows us that they reserve only the second half of the year for big films, to be specific big superstar films. But do we really need to maintain this rule ? Isn't a great concept, some melodious song and a good marketing is enough for a well made film? Look no further than just the last five months .

So far the most successful film of this year are Two states, Gunday, Hasee Toh Phasee, Main Tera Hero & Highway. Is there anything common at all? Yes, technically all of the films are somehow starring actors or actress whose are just two or three film old.

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Yes, of course there is more...Yaariyan (a Ridiculously Bad Film), Queen (classic!), Ragini MMS 2, The Xpose and last but not the least Heropanti which actually became the highest grossing film with an absolutely fresh cast. And the future doesn't look less brighter. On the pipeline we have Ek Villain and Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania. The buzz on both of those titles are sky high and almost guaranteed a good opening .

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And don't forget Dawat-E-Ishq and Kill Dill. So what does it mean ? Shall we stop making films with superstars like Khans, Hrithik or Akshay. Absolutely not. They are the backbone of this industry. We just need to keep our faith on some of these young face .

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This weekend in movies Hollywood : 22 Jump Street vs How To Train Your Dragon.

 By Shadath Siam

 

22 Jump Street vs. How To Train Your Dragon

Summer movie season is getting hotter, and this weekend will be probably the most interesting weekend so far. Two well reviewed sequel of two very well received film will face off each other. How to train your dragon was released in march 2010 and disappointed in opening weekend but great word of mouth paid of, making it the highest grossing non Shrek dream works movie in USA .

The sequel is seeming darker in tone, and this is not a bad thing. Hiccups mother, toothless, great visual, great review and the current lack of animation film all will help this film and almost guaranteed will open better than the original. My prediction: 70million

The other film 22 jump street. The original 21 jump street was opened in march 2012 and is regarded as a very well regarded comedy of recent time. The sequel comes just in two years is a good sign and add the increasing popularity of changing Tatum and Jonah Hill , Plus a really effective marketing. There is a legitimate chance it will pass the opening of neighbors which opened with 49million just a month ago. So my prediction is 55million .

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