Vicky Kaushal‘s latest film, Sam Bahadur, has hit theaters nationwide. It is a cinematic tribute to the legendary Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw. The film is directed by Meghna Gulzar and produced by Ronnie Screwvala under the RSVP Movies banner. So far, Sam Bahadur has garnered significant attention for its portrayal of the life of the esteemed military figure.
According to industry tracker Sacnilk, the film was crafted with a budget of $ 6.5 million. It has shown promise at the box office on its opening day. In Hindi alone, the advance booking numbers have reached an impressive 1,03,192 tickets sold. It has resulted $3 hundred thousand. Sacnilk predicts that Sam Bahadur may achieve a net earning of $7 hundred thousand in India on its first day.
Breaking down the state-wise distribution, the film has demonstrated strong regional performance with the highest real occupancy rates. It was recorded in Delhi at 22%, followed by Tamil Nadu at 20%, Assam at 17%, and Telangana and Kerala both at 16%. These figures reflect the enthusiastic reception the film has received in specific regions. However, Sikkim reported the lowest real occupancy at 0%, with Andhra Pradesh and Himachal Pradesh following closely at 3%.
Sam Bahadur box office: How much will Vicky Kaushal’s movie earn on Day 1?
The box office collections in states like Delhi, Maharashtra, and Karnataka have stood out. Delhi registered an impressive $98 thousand gross, with Maharashtra over $89 thousand gross and Karnataka with $43 thousand gross. Gujarat and Telangana have also shown notable gross earnings, contributing $19 thousand and $21 thousand, respectively.
Film trade analysts Taran Adarsh and Sumit Kadeel have weighed in on the film’s performance. Adarsh notes that the advance bookings for Sam Bahadur have surpassed those of Vicky Kaushal’s earlier films. Kadeel praises the film’s detailed and researched portrayal of Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw’s life, commending director Meghna Gulzar for presenting the veteran’s accomplishments, war tactics, and valor without resorting to jingoism or chest-beating.
Sam Bahadur is being screened on over 3,000 screens nationwide and has received a positive initial response from the audience. The film seems poised for a successful run at the box office, honoring the legacy of one of India’s most revered military leaders.
