6 November 2023, Mumbai: Kangana Ranaut’s high-flying action film ‘Tejas’ and Vikrant Massey’s biographical drama ’12th Fail’ made their grand debuts on October 27, 2023. While ‘Tejas’ struggled to lure moviegoers to theaters, ’12th Fail’ thrived on robust word-of-mouth promotion, successfully drawing in audiences. Let’s dive into the box office collections of these two cinema releases.
Tejas – A Steady Journey
‘Tejas’ exhibited a decent performance during its first nine days in theaters, accumulating an estimated net earnings of Rs 5.7 crore in India. On its tenth day, ‘Tejas’ added Rs 0.11 crore to its India net earnings, maintaining a consistent pace of audience interest. The film managed to sustain an 8.59% Hindi Occupancy rate on Sunday, November 5, 2023, indicating sustained engagement and interest from viewers.
12th Fail – A Surging Success
On the other hand, ’12th Fail’ had a strong showing during its initial nine days in theaters, amassing an impressive India net earnings of Rs 18.22 crore. The film continued its successful run on its tenth day, earning an estimated Rs 3.50 crore for all languages (early estimates). The substantial 20.61% Hindi Occupancy rate on Sunday, November 5, 2023, showcased a sustained level of audience interest and engagement.
‘Tejas’ Unveiled
‘Tejas’ revolves around the story of an unwavering Indian Air Force (IAF) officer dedicated to protecting the nation. KanganaRanaut takes the lead role, with Anshul Chauhan, Varun Mitra, Ashish Vidyarthi, and Vishak Nair in pivotal supporting roles.
’12th Fail’ Storyline
’12th Fail’ narrates the journey of Mano Kumar Sharma, an IPS officer who chooses to rekindle his academic pursuit by taking on the world’s most challenging competitive exam, UPSC. The film features Medha Shankar, Sanjay Bishnoi, and Harish Khanna in prominent roles. Written and directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra, this project is produced under the Vinod Chopra Films banner. The film’s inspiring narrative resonates with audiences.
The intense battle at the box office continues as ‘Tejas’ and ’12th Fail’ vie for audience attention and acclaim. Both films bring unique stories and perspectives, and it remains to be seen how their box office journeys will unfold in the days to come.
By Yashika Desai