Prabhas’ mythological sci-fi film, Kalki 2898 AD, is making waves at the box office. Directed by Nag Ashwin, the movie has garnered positive reviews from critics and enthusiastic word-of-mouth from audiences. As a PAN-Indian film, its success in the Hindi market is crucial, and it has exceeded expectations.
The film’s Hindi opening was a pleasant surprise for trade analysts, who initially believed its futuristic theme would only attract viewers from tier 1 cities. However, Kalki 2898 AD managed to pull in mass audiences, leading to an impressive 22.5 crore nett on its opening day.
Although there was a slight dip in morning and afternoon shows on the second day, the evening and night shows saw improved attendance, with estimates around 21-22 crores net. Typically, Thursday releases experience a 10-15% drop on Friday, as seen with the blockbuster Jawan. However, Kalki 2898 AD‘s steady performance indicates a strong reception in the Hindi belt, driven by Prabhas’ massive fanbase.
With projected first weekend collections of 100 crores nett for the Hindi version, Kalki 2898 AD is on track for a remarkable box office run.
Rishi