Despite the box office hurricane caused by ‘Animal,’ Vicky Kaushal’s ‘Sam Bahadur’ stands strong, propelled by positive word-of-mouth. The film experienced significant day-wise growth, particularly in key metros, witnessing a spike on Days 2 and 3. The weekend figures reflect a resilient performance with Friday at ₹6.25 cr, Saturday at ₹9 cr, and Sunday at ₹10.30 cr, accumulating a total of ₹25.55 cr in India.
Solo Release Potential: A Clash with ‘Animal’ Impacts Business
A solo release for ‘Sam Bahadur’ could have reaped greater benefits, as the clash with ‘Animal’ affected its business. The film’s weekend numbers might have surpassed the current total if it had avoided the clash with ‘Animal.’
Crucial Monday Ahead: Day 4 Determines Future Trajectory
Looking ahead, Day 4 (Monday) is crucial for ‘Sam Bahadur.’ The film needs to score in the same vicinity or thereabouts as Day 1 (Friday) to maintain momentum. The next phase is pivotal to determining the movie’s sustained success despite the competitive release environment.
‘Sam Bahadur’ showcases resilience amid the ‘Animal’ storm, and the upcoming days will reveal whether it can maintain its steady course at the box office.
