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Singham Returns scores big at BO
MUMBAI: Singham Returns made the most of its release on the Independence Day holiday on 15 August. The film touched Rs 30 crore mark on day one, a first for an Ajay Devgn film. However, the reports were not complimentary in keeping with the content and the film dropped by over 30 per cent on Saturday, while Sunday saw a small rise.
The film has collected about Rs 72 crore for its first weekend. The film was expected to touch a 100 crore mark at the end of day four, also a holiday due to GokulAshtami. But, it may fall short of that target.
Entertainment succumbs to its mediocre and juvenile jokes at the box office. The film, despite a solo release, collected almost Rs 31 crore for the opening weekend, just managed to add another Rs 19 crore for the next four days to take its one week tally to Rs 49.8 crore.
Kick collects Rs 10.4 crore in its third week to take its three week total to Rs 223.9 crore.
Hate Story 2 collects Rs 11 lakh in its fourth week to take its four week total to Rs 35.91 crore.
Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania has added Rs 15 lakh in its fifth week to take its five weeks tally to Rs 76.55 crore.
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Rajesh Ramaswamy exits The Script Room to focus on filmmaking journey
Ad filmmaker steps away from own venture to pursue direction and storytelling
MUMBAI: In a move that has caught the attention of the advertising and creative community, Rajesh Ramaswamy has announced his exit from The Script Room, the company he co-founded, marking the end of a seven-year stint at the helm.
The decision, which came into effect earlier this month, signals a shift in focus for Ramaswamy, who is now looking to immerse himself fully in filmmaking and direction as an independent creative.
Known for blending sharp advertising insight with storytelling craft, Ramaswamy has been instrumental in shaping The Script Room into a creative hub that delivered campaigns, branded content, and original storytelling formats. Over the years, the company collaborated with agencies, directors, and a wide network of writers, while also experimenting with formats such as short films and web series.
Sharing his thoughts on the transition, Ramaswamy indicated that the move is driven by a desire to focus and explore stories he has been developing over time. While he acknowledged the unconventional nature of stepping away from one’s own venture, he also framed it as a necessary leap toward clarity and creative pursuit.
Importantly, The Script Room will continue its operations with its current team and leadership, with Ramaswamy expressing confidence in the group that helped build the company’s identity. The studio, he noted, remains well-positioned to evolve further with fresh talent and ideas.
His exit also reflects a wider industry trend, where experienced advertising professionals are increasingly transitioning into independent filmmaking, tapping into the growing opportunities across digital and long-form content platforms.
As Ramaswamy steps into this new phase, the move underscores a familiar creative instinct, sometimes, the boldest ideas begin with a clean break.
