After a promising start, ‘Shaitaan’ experienced a decline in box office collections on its first Monday, earning ₹7.81 crore on day 4. Directed by Vikas Bahl, the horror thriller has amassed ₹62.94 crore domestically. Taran Adarsh’s report highlights the fluctuation in the film’s performance.
Synopsis and Cast:
‘Shaitaan,’ a remake of the 2023 Gujarati film Vash, depicts a family held captive by a man wielding supernatural powers. The movie stars Ajay Devgn as Kabeer, Janki Bodiwala as Janvi, and Jyotika as Jyoti. R Madhavan’s portrayal of antagonist Vanraaj Kashyap has garnered praise.
Performance Analysis:
Despite a strong opening weekend with collections of ₹15.21 crore on Friday, ₹19.18 crore on Saturday, and ₹20.74 crore on Sunday, ‘Shaitaan’ faced a downturn on Monday. The film aims to reach ₹82 crore in its first week, navigating challenges posed by the commencement of Ramadan, affecting cinema attendance.
Impact of Ramadan:
With the advent of Ramadan, a significant portion of the movie-going audience refrains from visiting cinemas, influencing the box office performance of all films. ‘Shaitaan’ strives to maintain momentum amid this seasonal shift, relying on its gripping narrative and stellar performances to sustain audience interest.
