Ram Charan's 'Game Changer' Faces Box Office Struggles and Controversy

Despite a strong opening, the political drama's earnings have declined, with allegations of inflated box office numbers and piracy complicating its release.

Ram Charan's 'Game Changer,' directed by Shankar, opened on January 10 with ₹51 crore on its first day but has seen a significant drop in earnings over the weekend and into Monday.
The film has grossed ₹130.7 crore worldwide in four days, far below the ₹186 crore claimed by its producers, leading to accusations of inflated box office figures by filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma and others.
The movie has faced piracy challenges, with a high-definition version leaked online on its release day, prompting the producers to file a cybercrime complaint against 45 alleged individuals involved in the leak.
The political thriller, featuring Ram Charan in dual roles and tackling themes of corruption and justice, has received mixed reviews from critics and audiences alike.
Despite the festive season and Ram Charan's star power, the film's performance has been underwhelming, with trade analysts citing its inability to sustain momentum as a concern for its financial success.