Overview

• Day 5 collections were estimated at ₹31.25 crore, roughly a 50% drop from Sunday’s ₹63 crore, according to Sacnilk figures reported by outlets.
• Five-day India net stands at ₹256.5 crore across languages, with reports calling the film a hit against a cited ₹125 crore budget and calculating returns above 100%.
• Hombale Films issued a statement on X urging audiences not to imitate Daiva characters, saying such acts trivialize Dhaivaradhane and hurt Tulu community sentiments.
• Viral clips showed fans dressing and performing as Daivas at theatres and in public spaces, prompting the appeal to uphold the ritual’s sacred nature.
• The prequel, released October 2 in multiple languages, continues strong regional support, and some trade coverage projects a week-one India net near ₹300 crore.