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Defying weekday drop, 'Chandu Champion' earns Rs 2.15 Cr. on second Wednesday, total hits Rs 64.16 Cr.

Weekday films tend to lose their appeal at the box office, but Chandu Champion has broken that tradition. The movie defies expectations by holding strong as the weekdays approach.

June 27, 2024 / 14:02 IST
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Released on June 14, 2024, Chandu Champion, directed by Kabir Khan, is set to leave a lasting impression on audiences worldwide.

Chandu Champion has shattered the typical box office trend of films losing steam during weekdays. Defying expectations, the movie continues to perform robustly even as the weekdays roll in.

Produced in collaboration by Sajid Nadiadwala and Kabir Khan, Chandu Champion stands out as one of the most cherished films of the year. The compelling tale of Murlikant Petkar is captivating audiences globally. With stellar word-of-mouth endorsements, the film has sustained impressive momentum at the box office. Remarkably, it amassed 2.15 Cr. on its second Wednesday, defying the usual weekday slump, bringing its total collection to 64.16 Cr.

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Chandu Champion opened to a strong start, collecting 5.40 Cr. on its first Friday. The film experienced a 45% surge on its second day, raking in 7.70 Cr. on Saturday, followed by an outstanding 100% increase on Sunday with 11.01 Cr. The positive buzz and rave reviews significantly boosted its performance, resulting in a solid 6.01 Cr. on Monday. Maintaining its momentum, the film earned 3.6 Cr. on Tuesday, 3.40 Cr. on Wednesday, 3.01 Cr. on Thursday, and 3.32 Cr. on its second Friday. The weekend saw a resurgence with 6.30 Cr. on Saturday and 8.01 Cr. on Sunday. The following week continued strong with 2.1 Cr. on both Monday and Tuesday, and 2.15 Cr. on Wednesday.