Sam Bahadur Day 1 Collection: Vicky Kaushal’s Film Earns Over 5 Crore

ENTERTAINMENT: Vicky Kaushal’s much-anticipated film of the year, Sam Bahadur, hit the big screens on Friday, December 1st, but faced stiff competition from Ranbir Kapoor’s mass entertainer, Animal.

Despite its promising premise, Sam Bahadur opened to a steady collection of Rs 5.50 crore in India, according to early estimates from industry tracker Sacnilk.

In contrast, Animal’s theatrical release was met with tremendous enthusiasm, garnering a whopping Rs 61 crore on its opening day, a staggering ten times the opening numbers of Vicky’s film.

This stark contrast highlights the audience’s preference for Animal’s larger-than-life entertainment over the more subtle and nuanced narrative of Sam Bahadur.

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Industry experts attribute Animal’s box office success to its commercial appeal, featuring Ranbir Kapoor in a massy action role and a captivating storyline.

Sam Bahadur, on the other hand, is a biographical drama based on the life of India’s first Field Marshal, Sam Manekshaw, and may not have resonated with the broader audience seeking escapism and entertainment.

Despite its opening day struggles, Sam Bahadur has garnered positive reviews from critics, praising its performances and Meghna Gulzar’s direction. The film also marks the second collaboration between Vicky Kaushal and Meghna Gulzar, following their critically acclaimed Raazi.

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