The Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi led Jolly LLB 3 started on a decent note in the morning shows, but has started to gain momentum from the noon shows at the box office. The Subhash Kapoor directorial is looking to collect in the range of Rs 11.00 crore to Rs 12.00 crore on the opening day as per very early trends, with the scope to go higher depending on the walk-ins towards the evening and night shows.

The top 2 national chains – PVRInox and Cinepolis – have already grossed Rs 4.50 crore at 4 PM on Friday, and are headed for a finish around the Rs 7.25 crore mark (NBOC 6.00 crore). Given the desi touch, the contribution of multiplexes is expected to be around 50 percent of the total collections, as the occupancies in the non-national chains and single screens are also on the rise.

The film has found appreciation if the early reports are anything to go by, and the same is reflecting in the hourly theatrical trend at the box office. The start of Jolly LLB 3 will be higher than films in the similar genre like Sitaare Zameen Par, and this is good for the starters. As mentioned before, the courtroom dramedy is what we term a Saturday film, and hence, a big surge in business is expected on the second day. From here, the first weekend of Jolly LLB 3 could be around the Rs 50 crore mark, as there will be a definite jump in the collections on Saturday and Sunday.

Jolly LLB 3 suffered a bit due to the fight between distributors and multiplex chains over the VPF issue, but as a great man once said – nothing can stop a good film from finding it’s way to the audience. Overall, it seems to be a good Friday for the Hindi film industry, as a heartland fil, has managed to get footfalls, and the eyes are now on the Saturday growth to consolidate the start and lock a positive theatrical trend over the coming two weeks.

Note: These are estimates based on very early trends and the actuals will be updated by 11 PM.

Trigger Warning: This article contains mention of death.

Robo Shankar, the Tamil actor and comedian, passed away on September 18, 2025. The 46-year-old artist had been part of several Tamil movies and was popularly known for his performance in the Dhanush starrer Maari.

News of his death sent shockwaves across the Tamil cinema industry. But did you know that his wife, Priyanka Robo Shankar, is also an actress and model? Let’s know more about her.

Who is Priyanka Robo Shankar?

Priyanka Robo Shankar, wife of the late Robo Shankar, is an actress who has appeared in a film and TV shows over the years. She made her debut in Tamil cinema with the 2020 movie Kanni Maadam.

The romantic drama, directed by actor Bose Venkat in his debut venture, featured newcomers Sriram Karthik, Chaya Devi, and Vishnu in lead roles. The film received mixed to positive reviews upon release, with Priyanka playing the role of a landlady.

While she hasn’t appeared in films since, Priyanka made her television debut with the shows Cook With Comali Season 1 and Kalakka Povathu Yaaru Season 8.

Apart from her work, Priyanka is a well-known personality on the internet with a strong social media presence. She often posted life updates and heartwarming moments with her late husband.

Additionally, she is reportedly a plus-sized model and dancer. Her daughter, Indraja Shankar, is also a former actress who played one of the footballers in Thalapathy Vijay‘s starrer Bigil, directed by Atlee.

Who was Robo Shankar?

Robo Shankar was a Tamil actor, predominantly known for his comic timing in numerous films. He started his career with minor and uncredited roles, but went on to be a part of several ventures in Tamil cinema.

The actor’s most memorable performances were in Dhanush’s Maari and its sequel, Maari 2. He was also part of films like Viswasam (starring Ajith Kumar), Sivakarthikeyan and Nayanthara’s Mr Local, and Chiyaan Vikram starrer Cobra.

Robo Shankar passed away at a private hospital in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, after collapsing on the set of a movie. He was immediately rushed to the hospital, but took his last breath after suffering from fluctations in blood pressure.