Release of 'Avengers Endgame Encore' causes excitement among fans and beats Rajamouli's 'Baahubali' record
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Release of 'Avengers Endgame Encore' causes excitement among fans and beats Rajamouli's 'Baahubali' record

The film 'Avengers Endgame Encore,' the most successful picture from Marvel Studios, was re-released under a new title. The original 2019 blockbuster was part of the biggest cinematic event for MCU fans. However, after seven years, it was shown again because the appearance of Marvel's most dangerous villain, Doctor Doom, is expected. This factor significantly influenced the film, which collected huge revenue on its premiere day.

Despite being a re-release, 'Avengers Endgame Encore' generated incredible public interest and set numerous box office records once again. According to Sakencilk, the film earned a net income of 7.25 crore rupees on Friday. The highest earnings came from the English version, to which the creators added exclusive four-minute footage.

In India, the film was shown on only 3600 screens, but nevertheless set a unique record by earning more money in the first day than any other re-released film. Before the release of 'Avengers Endgame Encore' in the domestic market, 'Baahubali The Epic' by S.S. Rajamouli dominated, collecting 5 crore. The Marvel film surpassed this figure.

This success proves that India is ready for the upcoming Marvel film 'Avengers Doomsday.' There is high cinema hall occupancy, and people of all ages are going to watch this movie, creating an impression of the revival of the best days of the MCU. Fans are eagerly awaiting 'Doomsday,' and the possibility of seeing a hint of this film in 'Endgame Encore' caused great enthusiasm. It is expected that when 'Doomsday' is released in December, the box office collection will be colossal.

As for 'Avengers Endgame Encore,' Joe Anthony Russo directed it, who is also working on the future film 'Avengers Doomsday.' Robert Downey Jr. returns as Doctor Doom after playing Iron Man. The question remains whether he can repeat his former success.

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Lawyer who secured the execution of terrorist Kasaba participates in KBC show; Amitabh Bachchan welcomes him
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Lawyer who secured the execution of terrorist Kasaba participates in KBC show; Amitabh Bachchan welcomes him

In the 18th season of the show 'Kaun Banega Crorepati?' (KBC), a star guest from the film 'Prahar – The Untold Story of Ujwal Nikam' will appear this weekend. A new promotional video featured Wamika Gabbi, Rajkumar Rao, and Ujwal Nikam.

Ujwal Nikam played the role of the public prosecutor in the case against terrorist Ajmal Kasab, who participated in the 26/11 Mumbai attack, and made a significant contribution to bringing Kasab to the gallows.

On the KBC set, Ujwal Nikam sat on the hot seat opposite Amitabh Bachchan along with Rajkumar Rao and Wamika. 'Big B' warmly welcomed all the guests. He particularly noted Mr. Ujwal Nikam, who was awarded the Padma Shri, for demonstrating the 'level of an adversary' in the 26/11 attack case. During this moment, slogans of 'Jai Bharat Mata' were heard on the set.

On the KBC stage, Ujwal Nikam presented the same arguments he had made before the judge in court to secure Kasab's execution. Rajkumar Rao delivered a dialogue from his film in front of Amitabh Bachchan. Amitabh Bachchan applauded Rajkumar Rao's acting and delivery of the dialogue. Fans enthusiastically received the promotional video and eagerly await the release of this episode.

Regarding the film 'Prahar,' its teaser has already been released and received a strong response from viewers. In the film, Rajkumar Rao plays Ujwal Nikam. His speech in the courtroom drama is highly praised, and his appearance closely resembles the character of Ujwal Nikam. Jaydeep Ahalat will also play the role of the lawyer. The film was directed by Avinash Arun and is scheduled for release on October 16.

Raka Allu Arjun's film sets Guinness World Record for real-time motion capture
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Raka Allu Arjun's film sets Guinness World Record for real-time motion capture

The science fiction film 'Raka,' starring Allu Arjun and Deepika Padukone and directed by Atli, has set a Guinness World Record for the number of people captured in real-time motion capture. This record was achieved through the production company Sun Pictures, which was produced by Kalanidhi Maran.

This record was established during the filming process in February 2026, when the movements of 37 actors were captured simultaneously. This achievement is considered a significant technical breakthrough for Indian cinema. Official confirmation of this record was received on September 15.

Guinness World Records Senator Supnil Dangrikar presented the certificate to lead actor Allu Arjun and director Atli at a ceremony attended by the main cast and the film crew.

Expressing his admiration for this achievement, actor Allu Arjun noted: 'We are very proud of this wonderful success, which expands the boundaries of cinema and sets a new global benchmark. This is a moment of pride for the entire team, and we thank Guinness World Records for officially recognizing our efforts. This success was made possible by the vision and direction of my director, Mr. Atli, and the brilliant work of the entire team. I also want to thank Sun Pictures for their constant support and for backing such a large and ambitious project. This is truly a special moment for all of us.'

Director Atli shared his impressions, saying: 'When I grew up, I always listened with great interest to Guinness World Records, and I never thought that one day we would have the opportunity to set such a record. Receiving this recognition for simultaneously capturing 37 motion capture datasets in one shoot is incredible and humbling. For me, it is a reminder that when we set big goals and work together with full confidence, the impossible becomes possible. By God's grace, I am very grateful to my entire team who believed in this dream and made this moment possible for us.'

During the shoot, 37 actors, including elderly individuals aged up to 70 and young children aged four, were captured in real-time in one capture area. The main technical challenge was tracking the movement data of each actor simultaneously without signal loss or special distortions. To achieve this record, the visual effects team developed a specialized motion capture pipeline that met the production's technical requirements.

This setup utilized 92 optical motion capture cameras, and facial tracking technology was also employed to control the synchronized witness strip and calibrate the data stream in real time using Unreal Engine for real-time visualization.

Essentially, this is a rather complex camera rig. It uses anywhere from two to 100 cameras that film you from different angles. Expressions and human movements are recorded using sensors. This movement is then integrated into the film's 3D digital character using a computer, causing the character to display expressions indistinguishable from a real person. This technique has already been used in global blockbusters such as 'Avatar' and 'The Lord of the Rings.'

Beyond the record, 'Raka's' achievement marks an important milestone for Indian cinema on the world stage, demonstrating the scale, technical capabilities, and ambitions of modern Indian film production. It is a moment of pride for Indian production, created by Indian creative and technical talents, which has gained global recognition for innovations in advanced filmmaking technology.

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