Vijay Sethupathi’s Baththa was released in theatres on October 1. Despite limited pre-release buzz, the film had a decent opening. Over the days, the film received unanimous positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. While the film held steady at the box office, it did not see significant growth despite strong word of mouth. In its second week, the film also saw an increase in shows, but there was not much difference in collections. Now, the film faces a new challenge.
How Much Did Baththa Earn At The Box Office In 16 Days?
The Tamil film, which has been hailed for its heartwarming narrative, had a slow start at the box office. The film was expected to see growth in collections in its second week with the addition of shows. However, that was not the case. In its opening week, the film earned 15.46 crore, while in the following week, it earned 11.58 crore. The net total of the film after 16 days stands at 27.33 crore.
Week-Wise Box Office Collection Of Baththa
- Week 1 – 15.46 crore
- Week 2 – 11.58 crore
- Day 16 – 29 lakh
Total – 27.33 crore
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Loses 86% Of Its Shows To Jailer 2
Baththa was expected to enter the safe zone in its second week. The film, made on a budget of 28 crore, could have easily crossed the mark if not for the release of a magnum opus. Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 proved challenging for Baththa. The film, released on October 15, dominated most shows in southern India, especially in Tamil Nadu. From Thursday, Baththa lost 86% of its shows to Jailer 2, marking a huge dip in its show count.
Before the release of Jailer 2, Baththa earned a net of 1.02 crore in India. On the day Jailer 2 was released, the Vijay Sethupathi film’s collection dropped to 26 lakh. This was a 74.5% drop in collections in a single day.
Currently, Baththa is just 70 lakh away from reaching the safe zone. The film can still cross the mark by Monday. However, the chances of the film registering a good profit are very slim.
More About Baththa
Set against the backdrop of 1986 Madras, Vijay Sethupathi’s film revolves around a feared local gangster and his unexpected emotional journey of redemption. Rated 8.4 on IMDb, the film’s official synopsis reads: “In 1986 Madras, a timid eight-year-old boy accidentally locks a feared criminal inside a school restroom. As the man faces hunger and isolation, an unexpected friendship forms between them, transforming both their lives.”
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