11 December 2023, Mumbai: Animal The film, a collaboration between Kapoor and director Sandeep Reddy Vanga, marked its 10th day with a resounding success, amassing a staggering Rs 37 crore on its second Sunday. This meteoric rise propels Animal’s domestic collections to an impressive Rs 432.37 crore, placing Kapoor in an elite league that, until now, only Shah Rukh Khan and Sunny Deol have inhabited in the Bollywood stratosphere.
Second Sunday Triumph for Animal
According to the keen eyes of industry tracker Sacnilk, Animal has etched its name into the annals of cinematic triumphs by grossing Rs 37 crore across all languages on its second Sunday alone. The cumulative total for the film now stands at a formidable Rs 432.37 crore after just ten days in theaters. The global spectacle of Animal, which had already amassed a noteworthy Rs 660 crore by Saturday, has now officially crossed the vaunted Rs 700 crore threshold, setting a new benchmark for contemporary film successes.
Animal Trumps Shah Rukh’s Blockbusters in Second Sunday Battle
In a surprising turn of events, Animal’s second Sunday triumphs over Shah Rukh Khan’s formidable blockbusters, Pathaan and Jawan. While the former mustered Rs 28.5 crore, and the latter netted Rs 36.85 crore on their respective second Sundays, Animal has boldly outpaced them. The film’s total collections post its second weekend stand at an impressive Rs 432.37 crore, surpassing Pathaan’s figure of Rs 429.9 crore after its 12th day.
Animal’s Unrelenting Momentum Despite Controversy
Despite facing criticism for perceived misogyny and excessive violence, Animal continues its stellar run at the box office. The film, fueled by controversy yet propelled by audience intrigue, is now eyeing the monumental task of surpassing Gadar 2’s record of Rs 525 crore. With a free 10-day runway ahead of it, Animal is poised to capitalize on the festive season, aiming to accumulate as much wealth as possible before Shah Rukh Khan’s Dunki graces the screens. Prabhas’ action-packed Salaar is set to follow on December 22, heralding an impending showdown in the cinematic arena.
Animal’s Race Against Time Before Christmas
In a strategic bid to maximize profits before the influx of Christmas releases potentially reduces screen availability, Animal is on a mission to carve its name into the echelons of box office history. The film’s sights are firmly set on eclipsing the records set by Pathaan (Rs 543 crore all India) and Jawan (Rs 640 crore all India). With a festive offer to audiences and a ten-day window before the release of Dunki, Animal is sprinting towards financial glory, aiming to secure its place among the highest-grossing films of the year.
By Yashika Desai