The musical romantic-drama starring Dhanush and Kriti Sanon arrived in theatres today (Nov 28). Early box office trends are coming in, offering the first picture of how the film is connecting with audiences on its opening day.
Early box office snapshot
- Morning and afternoon shows: Steady occupancies at most urban multiplexes, with a modest start to the day.
- Evening shows: Noticeable jump in footfalls for prime-time screenings, signaling better traction as the day progressed.
- Music and visuals: The soundtrack and song sequences are getting attention from moviegoers, helping pull audiences to theatres.
- Regional response: Stronger interest in select markets, while smaller centres are showing varied performance.
Audience reactions so far
On social media and at theatre exits, viewers are largely pointing to the lead pair’s chemistry and the film’s music as highlights. Some audiences have praised the film’s visuals and songs, while a few comments note a slower middle portion. Overall, early word-of-mouth appears cautiously positive.
What this means for the weekend
The real test will be the evening numbers and the Sunday hold. If word-of-mouth remains positive, the film could see an uptick across the Saturday–Sunday window. Otherwise, it will rely on strong multiplex business and repeat viewings of the songs to push collections.
Final opening day figures will be clearer by late night as trade trackers compile full-day numbers. For now, the film has given distributors a workable start and plenty to build on heading into the first weekend.
