The box office battle between two highly anticipated films has captivated the Indian cinema industry! 'Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari', a romantic comedy starring Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor, went head-to-head with the prequel to the blockbuster franchise, 'Kantara: Chapter 1'. But here's the twist: despite the popularity of the lead actors, 'Sunny Sanskari...' faced an uphill battle from the start.
The film opened to a promising start, grossing ₹9.25 crore on its first day, but the excitement seemed short-lived. The numbers dipped to ₹5.5 crore on the second day, indicating a potential struggle to maintain audience interest. However, the weekend brought a glimmer of hope, with the film earning a steady ₹7.5 crore on both Saturday and Sunday. But was this enough to compete with the juggernaut that is 'Kantara'? The answer, it seems, is a resounding no.
As the week progressed, 'Sunny Sanskari...' struggled to maintain its momentum. The collection settled into the ₹2-3 crore range, with a slight bump on Tuesday due to discounted tickets. By the end of the first week, the film had accumulated ₹41.1 crore, a decent sum but far from extraordinary. The second weekend showed marginal growth, but the film's fate seemed sealed.
Now, here's where it gets interesting: on the same day that 'Sunny Sanskari...' experienced a dip on Monday (day 12), 'Kantara: Chapter 1' also saw a decline, albeit from a much higher peak. This prequel, released in five languages, has shattered records, surpassing ₹450 crore by its 12th day. And this is the part most people miss—the strategic release in multiple languages played a significant role in its success, allowing it to reach a diverse audience across India.
As of the latest estimates, 'Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari' has collected ₹52.60 crore, a respectable figure, but it pales in comparison to 'Kantara's' staggering success. This begs the question: in the world of cinema, does star power always guarantee box office triumph? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
