'Mungaru Male' team laughing all the way to bank

Director Yograj Bhat's romantic comedy "Mungaru Male" has garnered more than Rs.350 million and is the number one movie of the fortnight.

The top five Kannada films are:

1. "Mungaru Male" - The film has created a record in the Kannada film industry having grossed more than Rs.350 million and will complete its silver jubilee soon. It is a universal hit now with success reaching foreign shores. It is also being released in cities like Pune and Solapur in Maharashtra.

2. "Duniya" - Debutant director Soori's film has recently completed a hundred-day run in more than 20 centres. Now, its box office rating is getting stronger with female audiences lapping up the shows. Vijay, who had done some bit roles earlier, was for the first time introduced as the hero in "Duniya". The film is expected to do a business of Rs.100 million.

3. "Santha" - Even in its fourth week, the film is doing well. In spite of the A-certificate the collections have been encouraging. The film is likely to keep producers and distributors happy. After giving three consecutive flops, Shivaraj Kumar has finally made a successful film.

4. "Hudugaata" - Released June 8, the film had a huge opening which has not come down even a bit. If the film continues to hold the same kind of attention, then it is likely to become a super hit. The trade bodies are already placing this film, starring current heartthrob Ganesh, in the top of the list. The producer of the film has made money by selling the distribution rights for an exorbitant price. As of now, it is in safe territory for distributors also.

5. "Pallaki" - This Prem-starrer started off well, but collections are dropping now. However, the medium budget film has already made sufficient profits for the producers. Box office collections are more than enough to keep producers and distributors happy.