'Mr. and Mrs. Mahi' Holds Steady at the Box Office, Aims for Respectable Total
Directed by Sharan Sharma and starring Rajkummar Rao and Janhvi Kapoor, 'Mr. and Mrs. Mahi' maintained its momentum at the box office on Day 2, garnering ₹4.25-4.75 crores nett. This propelled the film's two-day total to ₹11.25 crores, with projections for a weekend collection in the range of ₹16.25-16.50 crores.
While the weekend numbers may appear modest, the film's performance is encouraging considering the impressive footfalls on its opening day. The turnout was remarkable for a film of its scale.
Saturday Collections Slightly Hindered
Despite a promising Saturday, 'Mr. and Mrs. Mahi' could have performed better. A significant factor was the release of discounted tickets on the opening day, encouraging prospective weekend audiences to attend then.
Consequently, footfalls dropped by over 65% on Saturday, while collections declined by approximately 35%. Typically, well-received films experience an increase of 40-50% in earnings from Friday to Saturday. This suggests that the true first-day collection, excluding the impact of discounted tickets, was about ₹3 crores.
Need for Strong Hold
For 'Mr. and Mrs. Mahi' to reach a respectable final total, it must maintain its momentum over the next few weeks. While its current performance surpasses expectations for a film initially intended for a digital release, it should strive to approach ₹50 crores.
Upcoming Releases
The release of 'Munjya' next week and 'Chandu Champion' the following week will introduce additional options for audiences. However, both films are not expected to pose a significant threat to 'Mr. and Mrs. Mahi.'
Synopsis
'Mr. and Mrs. Mahi' follows a couple whose lives revolve around cricket. Mr. Mahi, a skilled cricketer, abandons his passion due to familial pressures and setbacks. When he discovers his wife's remarkable talent and passion for the game, he resolves to nurture it and guide her to the national team.
However, Mrs. Mahi soon realizes that Mr. Mahi has ulterior motives for propelling her to the highest level of cricket. The film delves into the complex dynamics of their relationship and the sacrifices they make for their dreams.
