Overview
- Early Sacnilk estimates show Rs 5.25 crore on Saturday (Day 3), roughly flat to Day 2 and taking the India net to about Rs 18.25 crore.
- Day 1 opened at Rs 8.46 crore per Sacnilk before sliding to roughly Rs 5 crore on Day 2, indicating limited post-holiday momentum.
- Coverage attributes the slowdown to the sustained box-office run of Dhurandhar and the multiplex pull of Avatar: Fire and Ash.
- Occupancy reports describe weak turnout across Hindi circuits with relatively stronger evening shows, pointing to soft word of mouth.
- Multiple outlets cite a reported budget near Rs 90 crore, leaving the film dependent on stronger weekend traction to stabilize its prospects.