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'HIT 3' Surges Ahead as 'Retro' Faces Declines in Box Office Showdown

Nani's 'HIT 3' outpaces Suriya's 'Retro' in weekend momentum, with mixed reviews and steep drops challenging 'Retro's' prospects.

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Retro box office collection day 3: The action entertainer is directed by Karthik Subbaraj.
Retro worldwide box office collection day 1: Suriya plays the lead role in Karthik Subbaraj's film.
Retro box office collection day 2: Suriya in a still from the film.

Overview

  • Nani’s 'HIT 3' collected Rs 10 crore on Day 2, bringing its total to Rs 31 crore and positioning it to surpass 'HIT 2's lifetime earnings within the weekend.
  • Suriya’s 'Retro' earned Rs 7 crore on Day 2, a sharp 61% drop from its Rs 19.25 crore opening, with total domestic earnings reaching Rs 27 crore.
  • 'Retro' garnered Rs 32.25 crore globally on its first day, including Rs 10 crore from overseas, but faces challenges in sustaining momentum due to mixed reviews.
  • Both films underperformed in the Hindi market, where Ajay Devgn’s 'Raid 2' dominated with Rs 18 crore on its opening day.
  • Critical reception and weekday performance will determine the long-term success of these regional franchises in an increasingly competitive market.