Starring Shanaya Kapoor and Adarsh Gourav, the survival thriller opened to low numbers on its first day (Friday, Feb 13), struggling to attract a mass audience despite its unique "crocodile in a pool" concept.
Here is the breakdown of the film's opening day performance.
Day 1 Collection: ₹0.55 Crore (Net) 📉
Net Collection (India): Approximately ₹55 Lakhs (₹0.55 Crore).
Gross Collection (India): Approximately ₹0.66 Crore.
Occupancy: The film recorded a low overall occupancy of around 7-8%, with night shows in metros (especially Mumbai and Delhi NCR) showing slightly better footfall.
Why the Slow Start?
Clash with Biggies: It faced direct competition from O Romeo (which earned approx. ₹8.25 Cr) and is still dealing with holdover screens from Border 2 and Mardaani 3.
Niche Genre: The film is a "survival thriller" about two influencers trapped in a pool with a crocodile. While the concept is bold, it caters to a very specific, urban Gen-Z audience rather than the mass market.
The Silver Lining: Word of Mouth 🐊
Reviews: Critical reception has been mixed. While the screenplay has been criticized for being "uneven," Adarsh Gourav’s performance is receiving high praise, and the second half's tension is being appreciated by thriller fans.
Valentine's Day Hope: Trade analysts expect a small jump today (Saturday, Feb 14) as the film’s "date night thriller" vibe might attract couples looking for an alternative to standard romances.
SantaBanta Verdict:
It’s a rough start for Shanaya Kapoor's second outing. The film now relies entirely on word of mouth to survive the weekend. If it doesn't cross the ₹1.5 - ₹2 Crore mark by Sunday, it risks being washed out early.
