From ₹1.75 Crore to ₹126 Crore – The Unstoppable Rise of ‘Mahavatar Narasimha’ as Bollywood Biggies Collapse
Friday Box Office Bloodbath: ‘Mahavatar Narasimha’ Rules, ‘Udaipur Files’ and ‘Andaaz 2’ Face Opening Day Disaster
The Indian box office this week has turned into a battlefield of contrasting fortunes. On one side, the mighty Mahavatar Narasimha continues to storm ahead, leaving every other release trailing in its wake. On the other, newly released films like Udaipur Files and Andaaz 2 have found themselves struggling to attract audiences on their opening day. Meanwhile, previously released titles like Son of Sardar 2, Dhadak 2, Saiyaara, and Kingdom are witnessing mixed to declining performances, depending on their staying power.
Friday witnessed a clash of multiple films from Bollywood to South Indian cinema, creating a highly competitive environment at the ticket counters. Yet, it became abundantly clear that only one film—Mahavatar Narasimha—is dictating terms at the box office. From animation magic to gripping storytelling, this film has managed to achieve what even big-budget star-studded movies couldn’t. Interestingly, it started its journey with a modest opening but has now become a nationwide phenomenon, smashing records and outshining every contender.
In contrast, Udaipur Files, despite its sensitive subject matter and pre-release buzz, opened with lukewarm numbers, raising concerns about its long-term sustainability in theatres. Other titles such as Andaaz 2 also faced disappointing starts, while Saiyaara remains steady despite losing some momentum. As the box office war intensifies, the coming week will be crucial in determining which films can maintain audience interest and which will fade away from cinema halls. Here’s a detailed breakdown of Friday’s box office collections for all major films currently playing.
‘Son of Sardar 2’ Box Office Performance
Ajay Devgn’s multi-starrer Son of Sardar 2 is struggling to maintain its momentum. On Friday, the film earned just ₹1.15 crore, dropping from Thursday’s ₹1.4 crore collection. Over the course of eight days, it has accumulated ₹34.15 crore, falling short of expectations and leaving the makers disappointed.
‘Dhadak 2’ Decline Continues
Featuring Siddhant Chaturvedi and Tripti Dimri, Dhadak 2 has failed to connect with audiences. The romantic drama brought in only ₹60 lakh on Friday, down from ₹1.1 crore on Thursday. Its eight-day total stands at ₹17.30 crore, signaling an early exit from theatres if the trend continues.
‘Mahavatar Narasimha’ – The Box Office King
From a humble start of ₹1.75 crore, Mahavatar Narasimha has evolved into a box office juggernaut. On Friday alone, it collected ₹8 crore, a significant jump from Thursday’s ₹5.35 crore. Directed by Ashwin Kumar and produced with a budget of just ₹4 crore, the film has amassed an astonishing ₹126.25 crore in just 15 days, proving that great storytelling and innovation can triumph over big names and budgets.
‘Saiyaara’ Still Holding Strong
Starring Ahan Pandey and Anit Padda, Saiyaara may have slowed down, but it remains a massive success overall. On Friday, it earned ₹1.65 crore, compared to ₹2 crore on Thursday. Its total now stands at a remarkable ₹310.40 crore in 22 days, making it one of the highest-grossing films in recent memory.
‘Kingdom’ Fails to Maintain Early Promise
Released in Hindi as Samrajya, Vijay Deverakonda’s Kingdom had a decent start but has since lost steam. Friday’s earnings were ₹1 crore, dropping from Thursday’s ₹1.26 crore. With a total of ₹48.40 crore in nine days, the film’s prospects look uncertain.
‘Udaipur Files’ Underwhelms on Opening Day
After generating curiosity and controversy, Udaipur Files finally hit theatres on Friday. Unfortunately, it could only manage ₹27 lakh on its first day. Based on the real-life story of tailor Kanhaiya Lal’s murder in Udaipur, the film stars Vijay Raaz in the lead role. While its subject is powerful, the film’s slow start suggests it will need strong word-of-mouth to survive at the box office.
‘Andaaz 2’ Opens to a Weak Response
The sequel to the 2003 hit Andaaz, Andaaz 2, directed by Sunil Darshan, failed to make an impact. Featuring a fresh cast, the film earned just ₹12 lakh on Friday, indicating an uphill battle ahead to attract audiences.
Conclusion
This week’s box office clearly belongs to Mahavatar Narasimha, which continues to overshadow every other film. While Saiyaara holds its own in the long run, the rest of the titles, including Udaipur Files and Andaaz 2, face a tough road ahead. As the weekend unfolds, it will be interesting to see if any of these underperforming films can stage a comeback or if the Mahavatar Narasimha juggernaut will continue unchallenged.
FAQs
1. Which film is leading the box office right now?
Mahavatar Narasimha is currently dominating the Indian box office with massive collections.
2. How much has ‘Udaipur Files’ earned so far?
The film opened with ₹27 lakh on its first day.
3. Which movie has the highest lifetime earnings among current releases?
Saiyaara holds that position with ₹310.40 crore so far.
4. Is ‘Dhadak 2’ performing well?
No, the film has been struggling since release and has only earned ₹17.30 crore in eight days.
5. How much has ‘Mahavatar Narasimha’ earned in total?
The film has collected ₹126.25 crore in just 15 days.
