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Shahid Kapoor, Pooja Hegde, and Pavail Gulati's Deva generated considerable buzz before its release. But how did the film perform at the box office? Initial reports suggested a promising opening, but the subsequent days revealed a more complex story.
Early Success, Followed by a Decline
Deva enjoyed a strong start, collecting ₹5.5 crore on its opening day. This momentum continued into the weekend, reaching ₹6.4 crore on Saturday and ₹7.25 crore on Sunday. However, the weekday collections took a significant dip. Monday saw a drastic fall to ₹2.75 crore, followed by a further decline to ₹2.4 crore on Tuesday. By Wednesday, collections plummeted to ₹0.57 crore. The total India net collection after six days stood at ₹24.87 crore, a figure significantly lower than initial projections.
Regional Performance: A Mixed Bag
While the overall India net collection offers a broad picture, a deeper look at regional performance reveals a mixed bag. Occupancy rates varied considerably across major regions, with Mumbai showing higher engagement compared to other areas like Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad. Specifically, Mumbai showed a higher overall occupancy rate of 12% than other cities, where the average was below 8%. The initial high occupancy rates seemed to have decreased drastically by Wednesday, indicating a significant drop in audience interest. This regional disparity highlights the challenges of securing consistent nationwide success.
Worldwide Performance
The film's worldwide collection after five days stood at ₹41.60 crore. While precise figures for the sixth day are unavailable, it's clear that the international performance, although not detailed, didn't compensate for the sharp domestic decline.
Conclusion: A Story of Two Halves
Deva's box office journey showcases a classic case of an initially strong performance followed by a steep decline. The film's initial success wasn't sustained, underscoring the importance of maintaining audience engagement throughout the run. While the final figures aren't yet conclusive, the trend suggests a film that needed a stronger second half to reach its full potential. To stay updated on the latest box office numbers and news, keep checking back with us for further updates and analysis.
