Record-Breaking Opening and First Week Performance
Chhaava debuted with an impressive Rs 31 crore on its opening day, setting the stage for a blockbuster run. The film’s first-weekend collection soared to Rs 116.5 crore, and by the end of its first week, it had amassed Rs 219.5 crore. These numbers firmly established Chhaava as one of the highest-grossing films of the year.
Second and Third Week Earnings Push the Film Towards Rs 500 Crore
The momentum continued into the second week, where Chhaava raked in Rs 180.25 crore. The strong word-of-mouth and audience appreciation propelled the film into its third weekend with outstanding figures:
Third Friday: Rs 13 crore
Third Saturday: Rs 22 crore
Third Sunday: Rs 25 crore
By its 17th day at the Indian box office, Chhaava had accumulated a staggering Rs 459.50 crore. The film’s nationwide appeal was reflected in its 37.04% occupancy across Hindi shows on Sunday.
Audience Turnout and Show Occupancy Trends
The film’s occupancy rates across different showtimes on Sunday highlighted its consistent audience engagement:
Morning Shows: 28.95% occupancy
Afternoon Shows: 43.85% occupancy
Evening Shows: 46.45% occupancy
Night Shows: 28.90% occupancy
Chhaava Set to Challenge Baahubali 2: The Conclusion
With its remarkable performance, Chhaava is now aiming for the lifetime box office collections of SS Rajamouli’s Baahubali 2: The Conclusion. If the film continues its steady weekday earnings, it is expected to surpass the Rs 500 crore mark in India by Wednesday, making it one of the biggest Bollywood hits in recent times.
Competition at the Box Office: Crazxy Sees Modest Growth
While Chhaava dominates, Sohum Shah’s latest release Crazxy has also experienced growth at the box office, driven by positive word-of-mouth. The film’s weekend earnings were as follows:
First Friday: Rs 1 crore
First Saturday: Rs 1.35 crore
First Sunday: Rs 1.50 crore
By the end of its first weekend, Crazxy had earned Rs 3.85 crore at the Indian box office, showcasing steady but modest progress.
Star-Studded Cast and Grand Release
Chhaava features a stellar cast alongside Vicky Kaushal, including Rashmika Mandanna, Akshaye Khanna, Vineet Kumar Singh, Ashutosh Rana, Divya Dutta, and Santosh Juvekar. The film, which was released globally on February 14, continues to receive praise for its gripping narrative and powerful performances.
Final Thoughts: A Box Office Sensation
With Chhaava on track to achieve historic box office milestones, the film has cemented its position as one of the top-grossing Bollywood releases. If its current trajectory continues, Chhaava could rewrite record books and join the elite Rs 500 crore club in the coming days.
Stay tuned for more updates on this epic cinematic journey!