After a four-year hiatus, Suraj Pancholi has returned to Bollywood with the period drama film "Kesari Veer." In the film, Pancholi portrays the historical warrior Hamirji Gohil, a symbol of courage, sacrifice, and patriotism.
Kesari Veer Collection Day 2: Suraj Pancholi and action star Sunil Shetty's film 'Kesari Veer,' released on Friday, May 23rd, had generated considerable anticipation, particularly among audiences interested in patriotic narratives and historical epics. However, its box office opening fell short of expectations. In contrast, Rajkummar Rao and Wamika Gabbi's comedy film 'Bhool Chuk Maaf' maintained a b hold on its second day.
Sunil Shetty's 'Kesari Veer' Fails to Achieve Strong Opening
Directed by Prince Dhiman, the film is based on the life of the valiant Gujarati warrior Hamirji Gohil. Suraj Pancholi plays the lead role, marking his return to the big screen after four years. While Sunil Shetty's presence raised expectations, the box office reality tells a different story.
Day one earnings were a mere ₹25 lakh, significantly low for a big-budget historical film. Despite a commendable IMDb rating of 8.6, audience turnout remained extremely limited.
Slight Increase in Earnings on Day Two
On Saturday, the second day of its release, 'Kesari Veer' continued to struggle to attract audiences. The film earned only ₹26 lakh on its second day, bringing the two-day total to ₹51 lakh. This figure indicates that the positive feedback from social media and critics did not translate into commercial success.
The release of 'Kesari Veer' coincided with the lighter comedy 'Bhool Chuk Maaf,' which proved more appealing to family audiences. Furthermore, the presence of existing Hollywood and South Indian films in theaters limited the number of 'Kesari Veer' showings.
'Bhool Chuk Maaf' Maintains Strong Momentum
The Rajkummar Rao starrer 'Bhool Chuk Maaf' opened bly with ₹7 crore on its first day and saw an increase of ₹2 crore on Saturday. The film crossed ₹16 crore in two days, clearly indicating that audiences currently prefer lighter, comedic fare.
Why Did 'Kesari Veer' Underperform?
- Limited Promotion: The film's trailer and promotional campaign were limited, resulting in less buzz.
- Clash Factor: The release alongside other films featuring big stars impacted screen sharing.
- Serious Subject Matter: The film's serious, historical theme proved less appealing to the general audience compared to lighter films.
- Limited Audience Response: While social media ratings were positive, general audience discussion was minimal, hindering word-of-mouth marketing.
All eyes are now on the film's Sunday earnings, which could benefit from the holiday. A b audience response could boost its collection. However, initial figures suggest the film will require a significant turnaround to survive.
