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Dhuroxic Storm: PVR-INOX Expects 2.25 Crore Footfalls for the Historic Dhurandhar 2 vs Toxic Clash; Brands Invited

The Indian film industry is bracing for what is being touted as the most significant cinematic showdown in modern history. As the release date for March 2026 approaches, the hype surrounding the clash between Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar 2 and Yash's Toxic has reached a fever pitch. In a major move that underscores the sheer scale of this event, India's leading multiplex giant, PVR-INOX, has officially invited brands to capitalize on the massive crowd expected at their properties. The exhibition chain is projecting an unprecedented 2.25 crore (22.5 million) footfalls collectively during the release window of these two tentpole films. PVR INOX reported a stellar December quarter, with net profits surging by 166% to reach ₹95.7 crore, a massive jump from ₹35.9 crore the previous year. This growth was largely anchored by Aditya Dhar's spy thriller Dhurandhar, which grossed ₹1,300 crore worldwide. The film sold over 4 crore tickets nationwide, with nearly 50% of those admissions occurring at PVR INOX properties alone. This surge pushed the chain's overall revenue up by 10% and footfalls by 9%, successfully offsetting a 2.5% rise in operating and F&B costs. The film’s historic run contributed significantly to the 13% overall growth of the Indian box office in 2025, alongside other hits like Chhaava and Kantara Chapter One. The phenomenon, popularly dubbed Dhuroxic on social media, has become a cultural talking point since filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma first coined the term. Much like the Barbenheimer trend in Hollywood, Dhuroxic represents a rare moment where two high-budget, high-concept films from different industries (Bollywood and Sandalwood/Pan-India) collide on the same day. For PVR-INOX, this represents more than just a box office battle; it is a massive advertising opportunity. The 2.25 crore projected admissions offer brands a captive, high-engagement audience that few other platforms in the country can provide. Leading the charge on one side is Aditya Dhar's spy-thriller sequel, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge. Following the record-breaking success of the first installment in 2025—which became the highest-grossing Indian film of that year—the sequel carries immense expectations. Starring Ranveer Singh alongside a powerhouse cast including Akshaye Khanna and Sanjay Dutt, the film is expected to dominate the Northern and International markets. Trade analysts suggest that the franchise's established fan base, combined with the momentum of the previous film's ₹1300 crore global haul, makes it a safe bet for a historic opening. Cancel plans. Ghost everyone. Block your calendar. 🚨Dhuroxic Week just went feral.Two absolute cinematic monsters - #DhurandharTheRevenge and #Toxic - hitting PVR INOX on March 19.History won't wait. Neither should you.🔥Stay Tuned - it's only getting bigger!#Dhuroxic… pic.twitter.com/MaLGDTo1To— INOX Movies (@INOXMovies) February 24, 2026 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   On the other side of the ring is Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups, directed by Geetu Mohandas. This film marks the highly anticipated return of Rocking Star Yash to the big screen after the global phenomenon of KGF: Chapter 2. With a star-studded cast featuring Nayanthara, Kiara Advani, and Rukmini Vasanth, Toxic is expected to be a juggernaut in the South Indian markets while making significant inroads in the Hindi belt. The film's gritty aesthetic and Yash's immense pan-India stardom ensure that screens will be running at 100% capacity from the early morning shows on Friday. The strategic importance of this clash is further highlighted by PVR-INOX Pictures' own financial involvement. The distribution wing has reportedly secured the Telugu theatrical rights for Toxic with a massive ₹40 crore advance, showcasing their confidence in the film's performance. As both films vie for IMAX screens and premium seating, the exhibition sector is looking at a record-shattering Eid weekend. For advertisers and trade observers alike, the Dhuroxic weekend is set to define the box office trajectory for the first half of 2026.

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20 days ago

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Ram Gopal Varma Calls Dhurandhar 2 an Asteroid That Will End the Dinosaur Era of Masala Cinema; Issues Warning to Pan India South Films

Acclaimed filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma (RGV) has shared a detailed and significant assessment of the upcoming film Dhurandhar 2. Taking to his social media, the director compared the Aditya Dhar directorial to an ASTEROID that has the potential to end the DINOSAUR era of filmmaking. According to Varma, the film, scheduled for release on March 19th, is not just another release but a project that could permanently alter the trajectory of the Indian film industry. The veteran director stated that Dhurandhar 2 has high chances of obliterating the pan-India south films movement by establishing a new benchmark. He highlighted that the film's ultra-realistic making and genuine character depths are designed to engage the audience's brain while delivering a raw visceral impact. Varma believes that once audiences experience this new standard, every film currently under production in the previous masala style could instantly become endangered. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   In his post, RGV issued a warning to the industry, specifically mentioning that big-budget masala projects currently in production will face an uphill task. He noted that producers betting on formulaic making might face empty theatres and career-ending losses as audience tastes convert to international standards. He further advised directors that the combination of mass + vfx + scale + gravity-defying stunts will no longer guarantee a hit, and they must reinvent themselves by studying the Dhurandhar audience. Varma also touched upon the portrayal of superstars, stating that those resting on mindless hero worship will be challenged by characters who grow to be heroes within the context of the story. He criticized the dinosaur era of filmmaking, which he described as being full of sheer volume, fake heroism, and the so-called masala treatment. He concluded his assessment with a stark analogy, stating that the goalpost has been changed and if filmmakers do not change their direction, they risk significant professional failure.

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88 days ago

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Ram Gopal Varma Hails Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar as a Quantum Leap In Indian Cinema

Mumbai, December 19 - Veteran filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has heaped high praise for director Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar, calling the Ranveer Singh–led film nothing less than a "quantum leap in Indian cinema." In a long post, RGV stated that Dhurandhar is not merely a film, but a transformative cinematic event that has the power to change the future of Indian cinema across both the North and South industries. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) According to Varma, Aditya Dhar has "completely and single-handedly" altered the cinematic landscape with Dhurandhar. He emphasised that the film's achievement goes far beyond scale, delivering a vision that is experienced not only visually, but psychologically. In his words, Dhar does not simply direct scenes - he engineers states of mind, immersing both characters and audiences into the film's world. The Satya director noted that Dhurandhar does not request the audience's attention, but commands it. From its very first shot, the film establishes an irreversible momentum, transforming viewers from passive spectators into accomplices to the unfolding events on screen. He described the film as unapologetically aggressive, refusing to be polite or comforting in its storytelling. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Praising the writing and staging, RGV said the screenplay cuts with precision, while the film's silences are as lethal as its thunderous sound design. He highlighted Dhar's mastery over narrative pressure, explaining that the power of Dhurandhar lies not in loudness, but in the gradual compression of tension - like a coiled spring that snaps with operatic brutality. On performances, Varma pointed out that the characters are not designed to be liked, but to linger long after the audience leaves the theatre. He applauded the film's confidence in trusting viewers to read emotional scars without spoon-feeding backstories, calling this belief in the audience's intelligence the highest respect a filmmaker can show - and a defining trait that separates Dhurandhar from conventional mainstream cinema. DHURANDHAR is not a film , it is a QUANTUM LEAP in INDIAN CINEMA I believe that @AdityaDharFilms has completely and single handedly changed the future of Indian cinema , be it north or south ..That’s because Duradhar is not just a film.. it is a quantum leap What Dhurandhar…— Ram Gopal Varma (@RGVzoomin) December 19, 2025 Starring Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, R. Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, Sara Arjun, and Rakesh Bedi, Dhurandhar has been a word-of-mouth sensation at the box office. Grossing over 700 crores worldwide in just two weeks, the spy action thriller has already established itself as one of the biggest Indian blockbusters of all-time. Stay tuned...

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342 days ago

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Ram Gopal Varma Reunites With Manoj Bajpayee For A Horror-Comedy; Shares Details

Mumbai, April 9 - Legendary director Ram Gopal Varma and actor Manoj Bajpayee are set to reunite for a spine-chilling horror-comedy, a genre which neither of them has done in the past. The film has been titled Police Station Mein Bhoot, and this marks their first collaboration since Shool (1999). Taking to the social media platform X, Ram Gopal Varma announced the film and wrote, "After Satya, Kaun and Shool, I am thrilled to announce that me and Manoj Bajpayee are once again teaming up for a horror-comedy, a genre which neither of us did. I have done horror, gangster, romantic, political dramas, adventure capers, thrillers, etc., but never a horror-comedy. The film is titled Police Station Mein Bhoot. Tag line: You can't kill the dead". Sharing the film's concept, Varma wrote, "We run to the police when scared, but where will the police run to, when they get scared?" The filmmaker further shared the story idea and added, "After a deadly encounter, a police station becomes a haunted station, making all the cops run in fear to escape the ghosts of the gangsters. With cutting-edge VFX, spine-chilling horror effects, Police Station Mein Bhoot will be a fun-filled film that will terrify you". More details about the project will be announced soon. After SATYA, KAUN and SHOOL I am thrilled to announce , me and @BajpayeeManoj are once again teaming up for a HORROR COMEDY a genre which neither of us did I have done horror , gangster, romantic , political dramas , adventure capers, thrillers etc but never a HORROR COMEDY…— Ram Gopal Varma (@RGVzoomin) April 9, 2025 Stay tuned...

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394 days ago

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Tamil Star Suriya Returns To Telugu Cinema To Headline Venky Atluri's Next

Hyderabad, February 16 - Tamil star Suriya is set to make his return to Tollywood after 15 years to headline a straight Telugu movie. The actor did Ram Gopal Varma's political action thriller Rakta Charitra 2 (2010) which was a Telugu and Hindi bilingual movie. ## According to the latest Telugu media reports, the Singam star will team up with director Venky Atluri to do a direct Telugu movie which will be produced by Naga Vamsi under the banner of Sithara Entertainment. The shoot for the same is expected to commence in May this year. ## While the exact details of the project are not known yet, it is said that the upcoming film will be a heist thriller. The technical crew which worked for Atluri's last movie, Dulquer Salmaan-fronted Lucky Baskhar is likely to reunite for this Suriya film. Bhagyashri Borse is reportedly playing the female lead while GV Prakash Kumar will score the music.## Suriya is currently shooting for RJ Balaji's Tamil movie and he will jump to Atluri's next immediately after wrapping it up. There are reports that the actor may do one more Telugu movie which is likely to be produced by Geetha Arts. ## The actor, meanwhile, will next be seen in director Karthik Subbaraj's much-awaited romantic action movie Retro which is scheduled to be released on May 1 this year. It is one of the most-anticipated Tamil movies of the year and is being seen as a big comeback movie for the actor.## Stay tuned...

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601 days ago

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Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma Makes A Bold Statement On SS Rajamouli-Mahesh Babu's 'SSMB 29'

Hyderabad, July 24 - There is so much genuine curiosity about maverick filmmaker SS Rajamouli's next film which is with Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu. Touted to be a jungle-based adventure movie, SSMB 29 will be Rajamouli's first film since the monstrous blockbuster RRR in 2022. ## Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma seems to be one of the people who is excited about Rajamouli's next and he has some bold things to say about it. During a recent interview with a Telugu media platform, RGV claimed that SSMB29 will be the biggest film ever and he put reasons to say that.## "My guess is the film he (Rajamouli) is going to do now, I think that is going to go beyond imagination for the simple reason that post RRR release, I think he has spent a lot of time with the technician for the visual effects, so I have a feeling that this (SSMB29) is going to be really a "baap of all the films" made", RGV said.## As per reports, some of the award-winning international technicians will work on SSMB29 which is currently in the pre-production stage. The cast of the movie hasn't been announced yet but it was recently reported that would be playing the role of antagonist against Mahesh Babu's protagonist in this big-budget epic blockbuster. ## The shoot of SSMB29 is expected to commence by the end of this year or early 2025 for a grand worldwide release in 2026. ## Stay tuned...

Kollywood

1519 days ago

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Ram Gopal Varma On Celeb Divorces: 'Nothing Murders Love Faster Than Marriage'

Chennai, Jan 18 (IANS) Stating that nothing "murders" love faster than marriage, famed director Ram Gopal Varma on Tuesday said that the secret of happiness was to keep loving as long as it remained and then move on instead of getting into "a jail called marriage".## Taking to Twitter, RGV put out a series of tweets on love and marriage.## He said, "Star divorces are good trendsetters to warn young people about the dangers of marriages. Nothing murders love faster than marriage. The secret of happiness is to keep loving as long as it remains and then move on instead of getting into the jail called marriage.## "Love in a marriage lasts for lesser days than the days they celebrate it, which is 3 to 5 days. Smart people love and dumbos marry.## "Only divorces should be celebrated with sangeet because of getting liberated and marriages should happen quietly in process of testing each other's danger qualities. Marriage is the evilest custom thrust upon society by our nasty ancestors in promulgating a continuous cycle of unhappiness and sadness".## Interestingly, these observations of RGV came hours after actor Dhanush and director Aishwaryaa Dhanush announced their decision to part ways.## Stay tuned...

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1525 days ago

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RGV Blasts Andhra Govt As Row Over Cinema Ticket Prices Continues

Amaravati, Jan 11 (IANS) The row over cinema theatre ticket prices in Andhra Pradesh continued unabated as the panel set up by the state government met on Tuesday but could not make a decision, while well-known filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma again hit out at the state government for taking decisions detrimental to the interests of the film industry.## The committee met for the second time since it was constituted late last month to examine and rationalize the rates of admission into cinema halls in the state. The meeting was presided over by Principal Secretary (Home), Kumar Vishwajeet.## Film exhibitor Vemuri Bala Ratnam said they made suggestions on ticket prices, especially in rural areas. "We told the committee that with the reduced prices, the theatre owners can't even pay the electricity bills," he said.## It was brought to the committee's notice that 200 theatres have been shut across the state due to slashing of ticket prices. They also wanted some relaxation in rules for theatres.## Committee member on behalf of cine-goers, Gampa Lakshmi, said they stressed the need for rationalization of ticket prices. The meeting discussed suggestions relating to the provision of basic facilities in cinema halls.## The committee was constituted as per the orders of the Andhra Pradesh High Court which had struck down GO 35, under which the state government had slashed cinema ticket prices.## The government said the committee will take into account all the factors relevant to the fixation of admission rates like classification of theatres such as multiplexes and single screens and the amenities required to be provided to the cine-goers.## The panel comprises principal secretaries, information and public relations commissioner, law department secretary, representatives of film exhibitors, distributors, and cine-goers.## Meanwhile, a day after holding talks with Minister for Cinematography, Perni Venkataramaiah (Nani), Ram Gopal Varma on Tuesday launched a scathing attack on the state government. In a series of tweets, Varma questioned the government's action in cutting down ticket prices.## He urged the government to leave ticket pricing, number of shows, and timings of shows to the film industry and just concentrate both its energy and resources on enforcing safety regulations and collection of its due taxes.## He wondered if the government is putting a restriction on the sale price of any other privately manufactured product apart from films.## "How can a Rs 500 crore film like 'RRR' and a film costing just Rs 1 crore be forced to sell tickets at the same price," he asked, referring to the government's contention that the ticket prices should be uniform for all the films, irrespective of the banner or the stars.## Some sections of the film industry feel that the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) government led by Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy is targeting his political opponents who are also the biggest stars of Tollywood, such as Pawan Kalyan and Balakrishna.## RGV, as the Varma is popularly known, pointed out that Maharashtra is allowing Rajamouli's 'RRR' tickets to sell at Rs 2,200 but his home state Andhra Pradesh is not even allowing it to sell them for Rs 200.## "In another state, tickets being sold for even Rs 2,200 and in AP state if even Rs 200 isn't allowed, isn't it in direct violation of Article 14 which prohibits discrimination," RGV asked.## After the meeting with RGV, the state minister had said that the government is empowered to fix the prices of movie tickets as per the Cinematograph Act, 1956. The filmmaker said that the way the Act was suddenly dug out and implemented by the government after 70 years is unacceptable. He called for challenging the Act in court.## RGV also wondered why should the government have a problem with how much a producer is paying to a star unless it has prior knowledge of some criminal intimidation or extortion by the film star trying to extract money from the producer.## "With regard to why Pawan Kalyan or any other star should be paid so much, if we break an i-phone and calculate the actual cost of the material used, it might not even be Rs 1,000 but it's sold for almost Rs 2 lakh because of the idea, the brand and market demand," he tweeted.## The filmmaker stated that what the government is not supposed to do directly, it is doing indirectly by applying an excessive exercise of authority by compelling tickets to be sold at lower rates. He warned that forced lowering of ticket prices may lead to the collapse of the theatre exhibition system or "the entire system will start running in black which will be bad both for the film industry and the government".## Cinema owners in the state have been at loggerheads with the government ever since the latter fixed the new rates under a government order issued in April 2021. They say the slashed prices have made their business unviable.## The recent crackdown on theatres by the authorities for allegedly not adhering to certain norms has only made the matters worse for them. This has resulted in the closure of several theatres during the last few weeks.## Stay tuned...

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1531 days ago

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RGV To Meet AP Cinematography Minister To Discuss Ticket Price Issue

Hyderabad, Jan 6 (IANS) Famed director Ram Gopal Varma, who recently engaged in a war of words with Andhra Pradesh Cinematography Minister Perni Nani on social media, will now meet him in person so that they get a chance to discuss the issues faced by the Telugu film industry.## After arguing for a couple of days on Twitter, YouTube, and other sources, Ram Gopal Varma requested the minister to arrange a meeting so that they could discuss in detail.## In a series of back-to-back tweets, Varma had criticized the AP government on G.O. 35, on movie ticket prices in the state.## He had confronted Perni Nani which led to their virtual argument that continued for a couple of days on their Twitter timelines.## While the government and the minister cite the reason for bringing in the Government Order as to stop the exploitation of poor people in the name of entertainment, Varma opposed their logic.## Varma, who brought in a number of marketing theories and analyses, stated that Perni Nani was just trying to cover up the unnecessary act of the state government.## Stay tuned...

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1531 days ago

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Nagarjuna Plays Safe, Avoids Comment On AP Ticket Price Issue

Hyderabad, Jan 6 (IANS) Telugu superstar Nagarjuna has refused to react to the theatre ticket price issue in Andhra Pradesh. Nagarjuna had spoken during the pre-release event of his movie 'Bangarraju' on Wednesday.## A journalist had questioned Nagarjuna on the minimal ticket pricing for the movies in Andhra Pradesh. Nagarjuna refused to react on the matter, stating that he doesn't want to address political issues during a movie event.## "I refuse to comment on political issues, as this is a movie-related event. I can only talk about 'Bangarraju' movie and related things here", the 'Manmadhudu' actor said.## Nagarjuna had earlier said, "I have no problem even if the prices are low. My movie is fine with these prices. Maybe it will collect a little lesser money at the box office. But there is no problem".## In the wake of a slash in movie ticket prices and theatre seizures, the Telugu film industry has been facing a lot of hurdles in Andhra Pradesh. A few celebrities like Nani, Ram Gopal Varma, Raghavendra Rao have opposed the state government's move.## Stay tuned...

Box Office

1895 days ago

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12 'O' Clock Box Office Collection | Day Wise | Worldwide

Here is the Hindi movie 12 O'Clock box office collection which is a horror film. This film is directed and produced by Ram Gopal Varma and distributed by UFO Moviez. ## 12 'O' Clock stars Mithun Chakraborty, Flora Saini, Manav Kaul, and Makarand Deshpande in key roles. ## 12 'O' Clock Review ## Coming Soon ## 12 'O' Clock Box Office Collection Day Wise DayIndia Net Collection Change(+/-) Day 1 [1st Friday] ₹ 0.05 Cr - Day 2 [1st Saturday] ₹ 0.07 Cr 40.00% Day 3 [1st Sunday] ₹ 0.10 Cr 42.86% Day 4 [1st Monday] ₹ 0.03 Cr -70.00% Day 5 [1st Tuesday] ₹ 0.03 Cr 0.00% Day 6 [1st Wednesday] ₹ 0.02 Cr -33.33% Day 7 [1st Thursday] ₹ 0.01 Cr -50.00% Week 1 Collection ₹ 0.31 Cr - Day 10 [2nd Sunday] ₹ 0.02 Cr 100.00% Total ₹ 0.33 Cr - ## India Net Collection ₹ 0.33 Cr ## Worldwide Collection ₹ 0.37 Cr ## Overseas Collection ₹ 0 Cr ## India Gross Collection ₹ 0.37 Cr ## 12 'O' Clock Budget: ₹ Cr * Approx ## 12 'O' Clock Verdict: Coming Soon ## 12 'O' Clock Screen count ## India: - * expected ## Overseas: - * expected ## Worldwide total: - ## Release Date: 8th January 2021 ## For more and the latest news about Bollywood Box Office Collection, Stay tuned to us.

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1911 days ago

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UFO Moviez Forays Into Film Distribution, Will Release Films Pan India

UFO Moviez, India's largest digital cinema distribution network and in-cinema advertising platform, has forayed into film distribution now. The board of UFO Moviez India on Monday (21 December 2020) approved the company's foray into the film distribution business. ## UFO Moviez announced its foray into film distribution with an intent to consolidate and position itself as a one-stop pan India film distributor. The company said the endeavor is guided by a three-fold objective model promoting fee-based film distribution, Virtual Print Fee (VPF) as a percentage of box-office revenue instead of an upfront fixed charge, and zero-content risk.## The foray is to ensure films get a wide release under a totally de-risked business model. The company has adopted a fee-based distribution model in which it does not take any financial risk in the content.## To begin with, UFO has announced 11 films it would release all over India from December 25, 2020, to March 31, 2021. Shakeela, which is slated to hit screens on December 25, will be the first film to be released by the company. Besides Richa Chadha and Pankaj Tripathi starrer Shakeela, some of the other films to be released in cinemas by UFO Moviez are Ram Prasad Ki Tehrvi, Aadhar, 12 O'Clock, Dangerous, Disha Encounter, Murder, and Flight.## UFO Moviez has partnered with Jio Studios for the nationwide distribution of their upcoming movies "Ram Prasad ki Tehrvi" and "Aadhar" and with Ram Gopal Varma films for three films - 12 O'Clock, Disha Encounter, and Murder. The company will also bring dubbed South Indian movies to the Hindi market. ## UFO EYES PAN-INDIA MARKET... #UFO Moviez forays into film distribution... Will release films PAN-#India... Starting with eleven films... Partners with #Jio Studios and #RamgopalVarma, to begin with... Will also bring dubbed #SouthIndian films to #Hindi market. pic.twitter.com/MsGrJXXRWp— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) December 22, 2020 ## Stay tuned...