Karan Sharma’s latest directorial venture, Bhool Chuk Maaf, a lighthearted film built around the concept of a time loop, witnessed a relatively slow start at the box office on its opening day. According to preliminary data from Sacnilk.com, the Rajkummar Rao-Wamiqa Gabi film managed to earn just over Rs 7 crore across India on Friday, marking a modest beginning for this comedy-drama.
Opening Day Collection in India
Based on early assessments, Bhool Chuk Maaf secured a net collection of ₹6.75 crore on its first day of release within the Indian market. The film’s overall occupancy rate for Hindi-speaking regions on Friday was recorded at a low 19.36%, indicating limited footfall in theatres despite the popularity of its leading stars.
Comparison with Rajkummar Rao’s Other Releases
The movie did show a marginal improvement over Rajkummar Rao’s previous film, Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video, which grossed Rs 5.5 crore on its opening day. However, when compared to Stree 2, a major success from the same actor that pulled in an impressive Rs 51.8 crore on day one last year, Bhool Chuk Maaf lagged considerably behind. This comparison puts into perspective the underwhelming debut of this new comedy despite Rao’s growing stardom and the audience’s general fondness for his performances.
Plot Overview
Bhool Chuk Maaf follows the unusual story of a man on the verge of getting married, who discovers he is stuck in a mysterious time loop, reliving the day before his wedding over and over again. This quirky premise adds a unique flavor to the romantic-comedy genre and serves as the film’s main hook.
Controversy Before Release
The journey of Bhool Chuk Maaf to the big screen was not without hurdles. Weeks prior to its theatrical launch, the film became entangled in a dispute. Initially, Maddock Films, under producer Dinesh Vijan, had announced plans to forgo a traditional cinema release, opting instead for a digital premiere on Prime Video slated for May 16. This decision came in the wake of nationwide heightened security measures following Operation Sindoor.
However, this move faced legal opposition from multiplex giant PVRINOX, which filed a case against the straight-to-digital plan. Eventually, all parties involved — PVRINOX Limited, Maddock Films Pvt. Ltd., and Amazon MGM Studios — arrived at a consensus, and the film was ultimately released in theatres on May 23.
Despite the intriguing plot and notable cast, Bhool Chuk Maaf appears to be struggling to make a significant impact at the box office as it begins its theatrical journey.
Opening Day Collection in India
Based on early assessments, Bhool Chuk Maaf secured a net collection of ₹6.75 crore on its first day of release within the Indian market. The film’s overall occupancy rate for Hindi-speaking regions on Friday was recorded at a low 19.36%, indicating limited footfall in theatres despite the popularity of its leading stars.
Comparison with Rajkummar Rao’s Other Releases
The movie did show a marginal improvement over Rajkummar Rao’s previous film, Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video, which grossed Rs 5.5 crore on its opening day. However, when compared to Stree 2, a major success from the same actor that pulled in an impressive Rs 51.8 crore on day one last year, Bhool Chuk Maaf lagged considerably behind. This comparison puts into perspective the underwhelming debut of this new comedy despite Rao’s growing stardom and the audience’s general fondness for his performances.
Plot Overview
Bhool Chuk Maaf follows the unusual story of a man on the verge of getting married, who discovers he is stuck in a mysterious time loop, reliving the day before his wedding over and over again. This quirky premise adds a unique flavor to the romantic-comedy genre and serves as the film’s main hook.
Controversy Before Release
The journey of Bhool Chuk Maaf to the big screen was not without hurdles. Weeks prior to its theatrical launch, the film became entangled in a dispute. Initially, Maddock Films, under producer Dinesh Vijan, had announced plans to forgo a traditional cinema release, opting instead for a digital premiere on Prime Video slated for May 16. This decision came in the wake of nationwide heightened security measures following Operation Sindoor.
However, this move faced legal opposition from multiplex giant PVRINOX, which filed a case against the straight-to-digital plan. Eventually, all parties involved — PVRINOX Limited, Maddock Films Pvt. Ltd., and Amazon MGM Studios — arrived at a consensus, and the film was ultimately released in theatres on May 23.
Despite the intriguing plot and notable cast, Bhool Chuk Maaf appears to be struggling to make a significant impact at the box office as it begins its theatrical journey.
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