Prabhas' highly anticipated film Kalki 2898 AD has taken the box office by storm with its Hindi version earning a staggering ₹22.50 crore net on its opening day. Despite being released on a non-holiday Thursday, and facing tough competition from the INDvsENG2024 semi-final match, the film managed to embark on a fantastic start across the board, becoming the biggest opener of 2024.
The film has garnered immense attention and appreciation from audiences all over the country. The Kalki 2898 AD wave has gripped the nation, resonating with moviegoers from East to West, North to South, and of course, the South, where the film has received an especially enthusiastic response.
The success of the movie is evident as it has opened to excellent houses at Tier-2 and Tier-3 centers, which typically cater to a more diverse and widespread audience.
The film's narrative, performances, and visual effects have been praised, contributing to its strong box office performance. Industry experts had high expectations for "Kalki 2898 AD," considering Prabhas' star power and the film's impressive promotional campaign. The positive word of mouth and the film's gripping storyline have played a crucial role in attracting a large number of viewers, ensuring houseful shows in many regions.
Taran Adarsh, a noted film critic and trade analyst, highlighted the film's success on social media, stating, "Non-holiday. Midweek release [Thu]. #INDvsENG2024 semi-final match. Yet, #Kalki2898AD embarks on a FANTASTIC START across the board... BIGGEST OPENER OF 2024 – #Hindi version only." He further added, "East. West. North. And, of course, South – #Kalki2898AD wave grips the nation... Best part is, the film has opened to excellent houses at Tier-2 and Tier-3 centers and if the trend continues, the mass pockets will help #Kalki2898AD put up a solid number in the long run."
The film's gross box office collection on its first day was remarkable, with the Hindi version alone earning ₹27.5 crore. When including all languages, the worldwide gross collection stood at an impressive ₹190 crore, showcasing the film's universal appeal and strong performance globally. The movie has collected Rs 90 crore nett in India.
The success of Kalki 2898 AD is a testament to Prabhas' continued dominance in the film industry, following his previous blockbusters.
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