Vicky Kaushal’s highly anticipated historical action drama Chhaava has stormed the box office with an impressive start. Released on February 14, 2025, the film has exceeded expectations, becoming the biggest Bollywood opener of the year. With a strong first-day collection of ₹34 crore in India and a growing international presence, Chhaava is well on its way to entering the ₹100 crore club within its opening weekend.
Day 1 Box Office Performance
On its opening day, Chhaava recorded remarkable numbers across major cities:
- Mumbai: 88% occupancy across 1,305 shows
- Delhi-NCR: 47% occupancy with 1,292 shows
- Pune: 95% occupancy across 676 shows, with over 600 houseful screenings
- Hyderabad: 81% occupancy with 298 shows
- Bangalore: 53% occupancy across 370 shows
With an India net collection of ₹34 crore and an estimated overseas earnings of ₹5 crore, Chhaava amassed around ₹44 crore worldwide on Day 1.
Day 2 Projections: Bigger Crowds, Higher Collections
The second day has seen an even stronger audience turnout, with higher advance bookings compared to Friday. Given the increased demand, Chhaava is expected to collect at least ₹40 crore on Saturday, pushing its two-day total past ₹80 crore.
With Sunday poised for even greater numbers, analysts predict the film will comfortably cross the ₹100 crore mark by the end of the weekend, making it one of the biggest hits post-Pushpa 2.
What’s Driving Chhaava’s Success?
Several factors contribute to the film’s stellar performance:
- Vicky Kaushal’s Powerful Performance: His portrayal of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj has garnered widespread praise.
- High Audience Engagement: Strong word-of-mouth and positive reviews have fueled interest.
- Wide Release & High Show Count: Major metropolitan areas have significantly increased screenings due to demand.
- Historical Action Drama Appeal: The genre, combined with grand visuals, has resonated well with audiences.
Weekend Outlook & Future Box Office Prospects
With Sunday expected to bring in another ₹50 crore or more, Chhaava is likely to finish its opening weekend with a total exceeding ₹130 crore worldwide. Given its momentum, the film is projected to surpass the ₹350-400 crore mark in its lifetime run.