Russell Crowe stated the "Gladiator" sequel failed because it lacked a "moral core" and the studio "didn't understand why [the original movie] was successful." He cited his refusal to film a sex scene in the original as key to its emotional depth, noting that women were a significant part of its audience.
Released 40 years ago, Jim Henson's "Labyrinth" starring David Bowie and Jennifer Connelly was a dark fantasy that bombed at the US box office but later became a cult classic. Cast and crew reflect on its making, reception, and enduring legacy.
Ram Charan's sports drama 'Peddi' has crossed the ₹300 crore mark worldwide in its second week. The film has garnered ₹220.10 crore net in India and ₹51.85 crore gross overseas, with a total worldwide gross collection of ₹312.81 crore.
Director Yeon Sang-ho's zombie thriller 'Colony' has achieved significant box-office success across Asia, becoming the most-watched Korean film in Malaysia and ranking high in Indonesia, the Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, and Thailand. The film has also surpassed 5 million admissions in South Korea.
Kangana Ranaut's film 'Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata' experienced a sharp 63.9% drop in earnings on its first Monday, collecting only Rs 65 lakh. It lags behind competitors 'Main Vaapas Aaunga' and 'Haunted 3D', raising concerns about its box office future.
Steven Spielberg's new sci-fi film "Disclosure Day" debuted at number one at the US box office, grossing $44 million. Globally, it earned $92.9 million in its opening weekend, with a production and marketing budget of $195 million. The film's success relies on sustained audience interest and international performance.
Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor's sports drama 'Peddi' continues its strong box office run, collecting Rs 9.20 crore net on its second Monday, bringing the total India net collection to Rs 216 crore. Worldwide gross collection nears Rs 308 crore, with healthy occupancy rates, especially in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
Manoj Bajpayee's financial thriller 'Governor', inspired by S. Venkitaramanan and the 1990 Indian economic crisis, earned Rs. 2.55 crore net in its opening weekend. The film, released June 12, 2026, saw a 27.8% growth on Saturday and is expected to build on word-of-mouth.
Imtiaz Ali's 'Main Vaapas Aaunga', starring Diljit Dosanjh and Sharvari Wagh, has crossed Rs 3.16 crore net in its first three days at the box office. The film, set against the 1947 Partition, saw a 60.9% growth on Saturday and is performing steadily.
Imtiaz Ali's 'Main Vaapas Aaunga', starring Diljit Dosanjh and Sharvari Wagh, has crossed Rs 3 crore in net box office collections in India after its first three days. The film saw a significant 60.9% growth on Saturday and is performing steadily.
Ram Charan's action sports drama 'Peddi' has crossed the ₹200 crore net milestone in India, collecting ₹206.80 crore by its 10th day. The film saw a significant jump in collections on its second Saturday, contributing to a worldwide gross of ₹296.53 crore.
Mohanlal's crime thriller 'Drishyam 3' will begin streaming on Amazon Prime Video on June 18, following a successful theatrical run. The film has amassed ₹236.89 crore worldwide gross and is nearing the ₹237 crore milestone.
Ram Charan's sports action drama 'Peddi' is nearing the Rs 200 crore net milestone in India, with a total collection of Rs 198.70 crore after its ninth day. The film has garnered Rs 286.38 crore worldwide gross, including Rs 50.40 crore from overseas. Occupancy remains decent, particularly for the Telugu version.
This summer's box office will be a fierce battleground for major films, with Hollywood blockbusters like 'Disclosure Day,' 'Toy Story 5,' 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day,' and 'Odyssey' leading the charge. South Korea's highly anticipated film 'Hope' is set to compete, but the market is dominated by foreign productions.
Independently produced horror film 'Obsession' is exceeding box office expectations, outperforming the latest Star Wars movie and drawing strong weekday crowds. Its success is attributed to word-of-mouth buzz, social media virality, and a unique blend of horror and dark comedy.
Actor Park Ji-hoon, who has seen consecutive successes with 'King and the Clown' and 'The Legendary Mess Hall Cook,' remains grounded despite his rising popularity. He plans to enlist in the military next year, expressing a desire to serve in the Marine Corps.
The "Backrooms" film, directed by 20-year-old Kane Parsons, has achieved a historic opening weekend, earning $118 million globally. Originating from a viral creepypasta image and story, the film's success highlights a shift in Hollywood towards content creators from platforms like YouTube.
Ram Charan's highly anticipated rural sports drama 'Peddi' has been released worldwide. The film, directed by Babu Sana Buchi and featuring Janhvi Kapoor, has generated significant pre-release business and aims for a Rs 500 crore worldwide gross.
YouTube creators are increasingly finding success in feature films, particularly in the horror genre. Directors like Kane Parsons (Backrooms), Curry Barker (Obsession), and Markiplier (Iron Lung) have achieved significant box office success in 2026, challenging traditional film school pathways and demonstrating the platform's potential as a training ground.
Two YouTube-originated horror films, 'Backrooms' and 'Obsession,' are dominating the box office, with 'Backrooms' taking the top spot. This trend highlights a growing pipeline from online content creation to mainstream cinema.
Gen Z is driving box office growth, attending more films per year than older generations, with 40% of movie audiences in North America in 2025
Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is close to Rs 1,150 crore India net, with Rs 1147.58 crore earned by Day 68. The film's worldwide gross is Rs 1,800.09 crore. The uncut version premieres on JioHotstar June 4.
The Mandalorian and Grogu opened with $102m domestically, the lowest for a Star Wars film since Disney's 2012 acquisition, despite a $165m global total. Industry analysts suggest this reflects franchise fatigue and spin-off performance.
President Trump sent mixed signals on a potential Iran deal, causing oil prices to fall. Meanwhile, 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' had a strong but not record-breaking opening weekend at the box office.
