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Hindi cinema has witnessed a massive box-office year in 2026, with several films delivering impressive worldwide numbers. Dhurandhar 2 leads the list with a staggering ₹1,850 crore worldwide.

Drishyam 3 follows with around ₹575 crore, while Border 2 and Hanuman Ansh have also crossed the ₹400 crore mark. However, the biggest box-office tests of the year are still ahead.

Ramayana: Part 1, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Yash, will arrive in theatres on November 5. With its grand scale and mythological appeal, the film is expected to attract audiences across India and overseas.

The next major release is Shah Rukh Khan’s King, which is scheduled for December. The film has already generated considerable curiosity among fans, and its theatrical performance will be closely watched.

The key question is whether these two biggies can challenge the existing box-office records. While Ramayana has the advantage of a popular epic, King will rely on Shah Rukh Khan’s massive fan following.

Can either film come close to Dhurandhar 2’s extraordinary worldwide total? Or will the current leader remain untouchable? Let’s see what happens.

Niharika Konidela’s Pink Elephant Pictures has joined hands with Maximum City Studios to present Pocket Rockets, an upcoming urban drama written and directed by Rudra Atri. The film has completed shooting and is currently in post-production.

The film features Trinadh Varma, who gained recognition with Committee Kurrollu, alongside debutant Nirmal. Shriya Kontham, known for her work in Shubham, plays the female lead, while JD Chakravarthy essays a crucial role.

Pocket Rockets revolves around a brilliant student from an underprivileged background who aspires to pursue higher studies abroad. With financial constraints threatening to derail his plans, he ventures into gambling and eventually catches the attention of a cunning gambling shark. What begins as an attempt to secure a better future soon puts his principles and ambitions at risk. The film explores the difficult choices people make when their dreams seem financially out of reach.

Padmaja Konidela, Rahul Raghavendra and Rahul Nimmakuri have produced the film, with Ramesh Manyam serving as executive producer. The technical crew includes cinematographer Edurolu Raju, composer Gyaani and editor Anwar Ali.

Founded by Niharika Konidela, Pink Elephant Pictures has been steadily expanding its presence in the Telugu film industry. Its theatrical venture Committee Kurrollu, directed by Yadhu Vamsi, recently earned the Best Telugu Film honour at the 72nd National Film Awards, marking a notable achievement for the production house.

With its shoot wrapped up, Pocket Rockets is now progressing through post-production. The makers are expected to reveal the film’s release date and other details in the coming days.