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Mohit Suri's Saiyaara, starring newcomers Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, has become a surprise hit of 2025, grossing over Rs 329 crore in 45 days. Despite facing competition from major releases, the film demonstrated remarkable staying power, driven by strong word-of-mouth, soulful music, and heartfelt romance, proving that compelling storytelling can triumph.

Director Arun Matheswaran, known for his raw and intense films like 'Rocky' and 'Captain Miller,' is reportedly collaborating with Lokesh Kanagaraj. Kanagaraj, a long-time admirer of Matheswaran's bold storytelling, will star in a 'Devdas'-inspired film penned by Matheswaran. This project marks Kanagaraj's debut as a lead actor, with an official announcement expected after the release of Kanagaraj’s directorial 'Coolie'.

Rajinikanth's 'Coolie,' directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, has grossed Rs 273.25 crore in 15 days, facing competition from 'War 2.' Despite a strong start during the Independence Day window, day 15 saw its lowest single-day collection at Rs 1.75 crore. The film's second week added Rs 41.85 crore, with Tamil Nadu leading in regional contributions, while maintaining steady theatre occupancy.

Mahavtar Narsimha, an animated film, has remarkably sustained its box office run for over a month, driven by religious sentiments and strong visuals. Despite competition from 'Saiyaara' and major releases like 'War 2' and 'Coolie', it continues its strong performance even into its fifth week. The film's total collection in India across all languages now stands at Rs 237.1 crore.

Ashwin Kumar's Mahavatar Narsimha has achieved a historic feat, surpassing Aamir Khan's Sitaare Zameen Par to become the fifth-highest-grossing Hindi film of 2025. The mythological animation drama demonstrated remarkable staying power, maintaining strong collections despite competition from major releases like Saiyaara and War 2. Its success highlights the audience's growing interest in well-told stories rooted in Indian history and mythology.

Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' and Hrithik Roshan's 'War 2' clashed at the box office on August 14, 2025, during the Independence Day weekend. Despite initial hype, both films experienced a drop in collections within a week. 'Coolie,' directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, has outperformed 'War 2,' accumulating Rs 224.23 crore compared to 'War 2's' Rs 200.63 crore after eight days.