Salaar 1st day Box Office Collection: The much-anticipated release of Prashanth Neel’s Salaar Part 1: Ceasefire, featuring the dynamic trio of Prabhas, Prithviraj Sukumaran, and Shruti Haasan, has taken the Indian and global box office by storm on its opening day. The film, which hit theatres this Friday, is poised to become one of the biggest Indian openings ever, raking in a staggering ₹95 crore in India and an impressive ₹175 crore worldwide on its first day.
Salaar 1st day Box Office Collection
Salaar Part 1 witnessed a phenomenal response from both fans and critics alike, setting the stage for a blockbuster run. According to Sacnilk, the film is estimated to have sold an impressive 30.5 lakh tickets through advance sales in India, contributing significantly to the monumental ₹95 crore opening collection. The buzz around the movie led to a booking of ₹12.77 crore gross on day 2.
Global Success
With shows commencing as early as 12:21 AM on Friday, Salaar is expected to maintain its momentum throughout the weekend. The film’s global appeal is evident in its worldwide collection of ₹175 crores on the first day, establishing Salaar as a force to be reckoned with on the international stage.
Prabhas’ Resounding Comeback
For Prabhas, Salaar marks a triumphant return to the box office spotlight post-Baahubali. Despite the lukewarm reception of his previous films, including Saaho, Radhe Shyam, and Adipurush, Salaar seems to have struck a chord with audiences. The film’s tailored approach to showcase Prabhas in his element, particularly in intense fight sequences, has rekindled the actor’s box office prowess.
About Salaar
Salaar, directed by Prashanth Neel, draws inspiration from the 2014 Kannada film Ugramm, incorporating the gritty style reminiscent of KGF. The narrative unfolds in the lawless realm of Khansaar, chronicling the complex relationship between two childhood friends, Deva (played by Prabhas) and Varadharaj Mannar (played by Prithviraj). The film boasts a stellar ensemble cast, including Jagapathi Babu, Bobby Simha, Sriya Reddy, and others in pivotal roles. While Salaar explores the bonds of friendship in its current instalment, the sequel is poised to delve into the events that transformed these inseparable friends into adversaries.
| Title | Salaar |
|---|---|
| Director | Prashanth Neel |
| Writer(s) | Prashanth Neel, Sandeep Reddy Bandla, Hanumaan Choudary, Dr. Suri |
| Producer | Vijay Kiragandur |
| Starring | Prabhas, Prithviraj Sukumaran |
| Cinematography | Bhuvan Gowda |
| Editor | Ujwal Kulkarni |
| Music | Ravi Basrur |
| Production Company | Hombale Films |
| Release Date | 22 December 2023 |
| Running Time | 177 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Telugu |
| Budget | ₹270–400 crore |
| Box Office | ₹145-178.7 crore |
Box Office Clash
Salaar faced stiff competition at the box office, going head-to-head with Shah Rukh Khan’s Dunki. Despite the clash, Salaar’s massive opening day numbers suggest that it has successfully captivated the audience’s attention and emerged as the preferred choice among cinephiles.
As the weekend progresses, Salaar is expected to continue its triumphant march, setting new benchmarks and solidifying Prabhas’ position as a box office powerhouse. Stay tuned for the final figures, as Salaar looks poised to rewrite the records of Indian cinema.
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