Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s film Padmavaat, finally hit the cinemas on January 25, amidst the protests. The film has unexpectedly done an outstanding box office business.
Padmaavat’s First Day Box Office Business
Odds were not in favor of Padmaavat, as it didn’t screen in four big states of India. Despite releasing on the limited screens, Padmaavat has managed to reach the double digits. According to the analyst, Taran Adarsh, the film was outstanding and received a five-star rating from the audience.
#OneWordReview…#Padmaavat: O-U-T-S-T-A-N-D-I-N-G.
It’s a MASTERPIECE.
Rating:- ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️½
Detailed review follows.— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) January 23, 2018
Despite 35% of the screens not showing around the country, @deepikapadukone ‘s #Padmaavat ‘s early estimates are around ₹ 18 Cr nett for Day 1 in #India..
Biggest Day 1 for @shahidkapoor and @RanveerOfficial pic.twitter.com/K9N6YD3sF5
— Ramesh Bala (@rameshlaus) January 26, 2018
Despite not releasing on more than 35 screens, the film has managed to cross 18 core mark on its first day. According to experts, a full-scale release would have ensured first-day box office business of 30 crores or even more. The film is also performing well in UK, UAE, and other countries.
#Padmaavat takes hurricane like start at the Overseas despite a Thursday release..
In #Australia, has taken all-time No1. Opening for Day 1 – A$350K..
No.1 in Pre-sales in #USA – $150K till 2:30 PM EST..
In #UAE – $375K @deepikapadukone @shahidkapoor @RanveerOfficial
— Ramesh Bala (@rameshlaus) January 26, 2018
Predictions of Padmaavat Business
According to reviews, the film is receiving an overwhelming response from the viewers. The audience has lauded the performance from Shahid Kapoor, Ranveer Singh, and Deepika Padukone. The public has also praised the character of Khilji and its fabulous portrayal by Ranveer Singh. Critics are even comparing Padmaavat with likes of Bahubali, which was one of the seven highest grossing films of Bollywood in 2017.
As far as Padmaavat’s predictions regarding overall Box Office predictions are concerned, then they are very courageous. No other Bollywood film is set to release in next 15 days. Hence, prospects are high for the film to shatter the records. Akshay Kumar, starrer Padman was earlier coinciding with the Padmaavat release date. The release of the Padman was postponed to avoid a clash. The film will now release on February 9.
Not releasing on all the screens, has also made the film to bear a loss of almost twelve to eighteen crore. But not seeing a competition in days to come, would make the Padmaavat cover up its losses.
A Good Omen for Padmaavat Stars
Director Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Padmaavat stars, inevitably saw a tough time, during the film. Protestors from the Rajput community is still threatening the cast and director. But, a robust box office business in the very beginning is likely to prove as a good omen. The lead actors, Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh are in the spotlight. The celebrity couple earlier made news for an expected Deepiveer wedding, as they celebrated their holidays together. They also caught the attention on Padmaavat premier, for walking with hands in hands and donning a traditional lo
