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5/8/2026

'Raja Shivaji' BO collection day 8: Riteish Deshmukh film sets sight on Rs 75 crore on second weekend

'Raja Shivaji', directed by and starring Riteish Deshmukh as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, has delivered the greatest opening week in Marathi cinema history with Rs. 52.65 crore India net in Week 1 and is chasing the Rs. 75 crore India net target as its second weekend begins. Released on Maharashtra Day (May 1, 2026), the Rs. 100 crore historical epic — the most expensive Marathi film ever made features Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Vidya Balan, Genelia Deshmukh and the debut of Rahyl Deshmukh, with Salman Khan's still-viral surprise cameo as Jiva Mahala continuing to drive footfalls.

Times of India

'Raja Shivaji' BO collection day 7: Riteish Deshmukh film set to cross Rs 50 crore before day ends

NEWS

5/7/2026

'Raja Shivaji' BO collection day 7: Riteish Deshmukh film set to cross Rs 50 crore before day ends

'Raja Shivaji', directed by and starring Riteish Deshmukh as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, is on the verge of crossing Rs. 50 crore India net in its first weekm a historic first for Marathi cinema. Released on Maharashtra Day (May 1, 2026), the Rs. 100 crore production set the highest-ever Marathi first Monday (Rs. 5.60 crore) and delivered an extraordinary weekday hold throughout its opening week. The film features Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Vidya Balan, Genelia Deshmukh and the debut of Rahyl Deshmukh, with Salman Khan's viral surprise cameo as Jiva Mahala, Ajay-Atul's music and Santosh Sivan's cinematography.

Times of India

Maharashtra CM Fadnavis Drives G-Wagen at Mumbai-Pune Expressway Missing Link Inauguration

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5/2/2026AI summary

Maharashtra CM Fadnavis Drives G-Wagen at Mumbai-Pune Expressway Missing Link Inauguration

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis inaugurated the Mumbai-Pune Expressway's 19.8 km 'missing link' on Friday, driving a G-Wagen SUV along the new stretch. The Rs 6,700 crore project includes a 182-metre cable-stayed bridge and is expected to cut travel time by 25-30 minutes while generating Rs 70,000 crore in economic activity. The inauguration coincided with Maharashtra Day but caused massive traffic congestion.

Times of India

Watch: Supriya Sule stuck in massive Mumbai–Pune Expressway jam, misses Maharashtra Day event

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5/1/2026

Watch: Supriya Sule stuck in massive Mumbai–Pune Expressway jam, misses Maharashtra Day event

NCP MP Supriya Sule faced significant traffic jams while traveling to Pune. She was stuck for nearly two hours, highlighting the daily struggles of commuters. Earlier, she experienced a long wait for a cab in Mumbai, facing refusals and limited availability. These incidents underscore persistent issues with last-mile connectivity and ride availability in the city.

Times of India

Bank Holidays May 1 2026: Banks Closed in 23 Indian States for Maharashtra Day Buddha Purnima Labour Day

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5/1/2026AI summary

Bank Holidays May 1 2026: Banks Closed in 23 Indian States for Maharashtra Day Buddha Purnima Labour Day

Banks in 23 Indian states and union territories will be closed on Friday May 1 2026 due to multiple holidays including Maharashtra Day marking the states formation in 1960 Buddha Purnima celebrating Gautam Buddhas birth May Day Labour Day and the birth anniversary of Pandit Raghunath Murmu developer of the Ol Chiki script for Santali.

Economic Times