The latest buzz from the Bollywood box office circles surrounds Kartik Aaryan’s starrer, ‘Chandu Champion’, which has hit a significant milestone by crossing the Rs 50 crore mark after its second weekend run. Despite facing stiff competition from ‘Munjya’, the film has managed to hold its ground, driven largely by positive word-of-mouth.
Box Office Performance and Audience Response
After a strong opening weekend where it raked in Rs 21.5 crore, ‘Chandu Champion’ saw a decline in collections during its second weekend, accumulating Rs 14 crore and bringing its 10-day total to Rs 49.25 crore. The film’s day-wise breakup reveals a steady performance, maintaining a decent pace throughout its theatrical run.
- Day-wise Breakup (First 10 Days):
- Friday: Rs 4.75 crore
- Saturday: Rs 7 crore
- Sunday: Rs 9.75 crore
- First Weekend Total: Rs 21.5 crore
- Monday: Rs 5 crore
- Tuesday: Rs 3.25 crore
- Wednesday: Rs 3 crore
- Thursday: Rs 2.5 crore
- Week 1 Total: Rs 35.35 crore
- Second Weekend Total: Rs 14 crore
- Overall Total: Rs 49.25 crore
Competition from ‘Munjya’ and Future Prospects
‘Munjya’, starring Sharvari Wagh and Mona Singh, has also been making waves with its strong word-of-mouth, posing a formidable challenge to ‘Chandu Champion’. As of now, ‘Munjya’ has amassed Rs 83.2 crore in 17 days and is expected to breach the Rs 100 crore mark soon, indicating a split audience preference.
What Lies Ahead for ‘Chandu Champion’
With another week to capitalize on before the release of ‘Kalki 2898 AD’, starring Prabhas, ‘Chandu Champion’ aims to maximize its box office potential. The advance bookings for ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ have already begun with promising numbers, setting the stage for a competitive scenario in the coming days.
Future Projections
Industry insiders predict that ‘Chandu Champion’ could reach a final tally of Rs 60–62 crore, depending largely on the sustained audience interest and the performance of ‘Kalki 2898 AD’. The upcoming weekend will be crucial as it will determine whether ‘Chandu Champion’ can maintain its momentum or if it will face a resurgence if ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ fails to meet expectations.
In conclusion, while ‘Chandu Champion’ celebrates its successful journey past the Rs 50 crore milestone, the battle at the box office remains fierce. Stay tuned as the drama unfolds and the fate of these films unfolds in the days to come.