After a two-year hiatus, Kichcha Sudeep made a powerful return to the big screen with his action thriller Max. Released on Christmas 2024, the film has opened to rave reviews and delivered the highest first-day box office collection for a Kannada film this year, surpassing Pushpa 2: The Rule, UI, and other notable releases.

According to Sacnilk, Max earned ₹8.50 crore on its opening day, exceeding expectations and securing its place as the top Sandalwood opener of 2024. The film benefitted from the Christmas holiday and maintained strong occupancy throughout the day, even with stiff competition from big-ticket films like Pushpa 2 and UI.

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Top 10 Kannada Openers of 2024:

1. Max: ₹8.5 crore

2. UI: ₹6.25 crore

3. Martin: ₹5.97 crore

4. Bheema: ₹3.95 crore

5.Bagheera: ₹2.55 crore

6. Bhairathi Ranagal: ₹2.3 crore

7. Yuva: ₹2.1 crore

8. Krishnam Pranaya Sakhi: ₹1.5 crore

9. Pushpa 2: The Rule: ₹1 crore

10.Upadhyaksha: ₹0.65 crore

While Pushpa 2 continues to dominate Indian box offices with ₹7.48 crore in 20 days, Max has outshone it in the Kannada market with its exceptional first-day numbers.

However, a direct comparison may not be entirely fair as Max is a purely Kannada film, whereas Pushpa 2 is a Telugu film dubbed in multiple languages. Regardless, Kichcha Sudeep’s  Max has made an incredible start, reaffirming his star power and delighting fans with a cinematic treat worth the wait.

A prominent TikTok personality, ‘Expensive Ella,’ has found herself at the epicenter of a controversy after being apprehended for stealing footwear from a local retail store. The incident has led to her public mortification, tarnishing her reputation.

Ella, who recently gained widespread recognition for her captivating TikTok content, has once again become the subject of intense online scrutiny – but this time, for her illicit actions.

The young social media influencer was caught red-handed by the store owner while attempting to conceal the stolen footwear beneath her clothing. Enraged by the theft, the shop owner decided to impart a stern lesson by recording Ella reenacting the incident.

The ensuing video, shared by the store owner depicts a visibly distraught Ella as she complies with the owner’s demands. In the video, Ella, on the verge of tears, is heard describing her actions while the shop owner repeatedly presses her to confess.

The video rapidly gained traction on TikTok, sparking a heated debate among viewers. While many ridiculed Ella for her actions, others condemned the shop owner for publicly disgracing the young woman, arguing that his response was excessive and unjustified.

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Renowned musician Timaya has set tongues wagging after being spotted alongside American reality TV star Brooke Bailey, mere days after Burna Boy was seen with Chloe Bailey in Lagos.

The unexpected sighting has piqued the interest of online enthusiasts, particularly given the recent influx of international celebrities in the vibrant city of Lagos.

Following reports of Burna Boy’s encounter with Chloe Bailey, which ignited romance speculation, Timaya’s public outing with Brooke Bailey has further fueled the rumor mill.

As the singer was seen strolling hand-in-hand with the American reality star, onlookers have been left wondering if the pair are indeed an item. Others have expressed curiosity about the apparent fascination between Nigerian celebrities and American women.

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