Overview
- The film opened in theatres on October 2, 2026, and trade trackers and ticketing platforms reported very high advance bookings in the days before release.
- Industry data showed advance sales in the tens of crores, with contemporaneous Sacnilk and ticketing tallies reporting roughly Rs 44–60 crore gross across early booking windows for opening and weekend dates.
- Early audience posts and first‑show coverage praised the film’s tension and lead performances, with reviewers and social media highlighting the Ajay Devgn–Jaideep Ahlawat face‑off and a satisfying climax without disclosing plot details.
- Exhibitors responded to demand by adding extra and post‑midnight shows in high‑interest markets and scheduling IMAX screenings in some cities to increase capacity.
- Trade analysts projected a large opening day and weekend—some forecasts near Rs 50 crore net—while full weekend box‑office totals and sustained word‑of‑mouth will determine whether the film meets those estimates.