Introduction
The supernatural horror-thriller movie, Shaitaan, starring Ajay Devgn, R Madhavan, and Jyothika, encountered a slight fall in its revenue on the fifth day of its release. Despite the decline, it managed to accumulate a significant amount of a‚88 crore. The film has been garnering a positive response from the audience since its release, contributing to its strong performance at the domestic box office.
About Shaitan
Shaitaan is a Hindi remake of the 2023 Gujarati horror movie, Vash, penned and directed by Krishnadev Yagnik. The film unfolds around an unexpected guest who enters a secluded farmhouse in the hills, claiming to have hypnotized Janhvi (played by Janki Bodiwala), the daughter of the character played by Ajay Devgn. Jyothika plays the role of Ajay Devgn’s wife in the movie.
The Release and Initial Response
The movie stormed the box office on its release day, March 8, and maintained a consistent progress before experiencing a drop on the fourth day of its release. The film managed to rake in a‚14.75 crore net in India on the day of its release. Industry tracker Sacnilk reported that the film amassed a 61.25 crore net during its five-day theatre run.
Fifth Day Earnings
On its fifth day, March 12, Shaitaan minted a‚1 6.50 crore net, marking the lowest collection for the film so far. Despite the fall, the movie managed to cross a‚ 60 crore at the box office. According to Sacnilk, Shaitaan had an overall 11.12 percent Hindi occupancy on Tuesday, bringing its overall box office collection to a‚67.03 crore.
Performance Over the Weekend
The movie performed strongly over the weekend and witnessed a leap in the numbers. The film surpassed its release-day mark on day 2, Saturday, when the collection stood at â‚18.75, marking a 27.12% growth. The film then continued its rally on day 3, Sunday, when the collection stood at â‚1 20.5 crore net, witnessing a 9.33% growth.
Overall Collection
The total net box office collection in India now stands at a‚1 68.13 crore, while it minted a‚1 15.25 crore in the overseas market. Hence, the worldwide box office collection of the movie stands at ₹88 crore gross.
Future Predictions
The film’s success in the coming days will largely depend on its ability to maintain momentum. If it continues to perform well, Shaitaan is expected to have a successful run until Eid, despite other films releasing in March. It’s anticipated that the movie will surpass 80 crore rupees in its first week.
Despite the dip in earnings, Shaitaan continues to bring audiences to theatres, amassing a significant amount at the domestic box office. The film’s success is a testament to the captivating storyline and the commendable performances by the star cast. The supernatural horror-thriller is undoubtedly a must-watch for those who enjoy edge-of-the-seat entertainment. With its unique blend of thrill and horror, Shaitaan has managed to carve a niche for itself in the box office, proving that content is indeed the king in the world of cinema.