Farhan Akhtar’s much-awaited military drama 120 Bahadur, based on the heroic Battle of Rezang La, is finding it difficult to sustain momentum at the box office after a stable opening weekend. Released on November 21, the film marks Akhtar’s return as PVC awardee Major Shaitan Singh Bhati, but weekday numbers have taken a sharp dip despite strong performances and emotional depth.
Day 6 Registers Lowest Collection Yet
According to early estimates by Sacnilk, 120 Bahadur earned only ₹1 crore on Day 6, its lowest single-day figure since release. With this, the film’s total box office collection stands at ₹14 crore.
The film, which initially received appreciation for its intense storytelling and patriotic narrative, appears to be losing hold over weekday audiences.
Box Office Performance So Far
Here’s a day-wise breakdown of the film’s earnings:
- Day 1: ₹2.25 crore
- Day 2: ₹3.85 crore (71% jump)
- Day 3: ₹4 crore
- Day 4: ₹1.4 crore
- Day 5: ₹1.5 crore
- Day 6: ₹1 crore
While the weekend gave the film a strong boost, the sharp decline during weekdays indicates low ticket traction.
Occupancy Report
On Wednesday, the film recorded an overall occupancy of 6.41%, with the following pattern:
- Morning shows: 3.99%
- Afternoon: 5.93%
- Evening: 6.89%
- Night: 8.81% (highest footfall)
Despite better late-evening occupancy, the film fell short of recovering the earlier dip.
Clash With Mastiii 4 Affects Business
A major factor impacting collections is the box-office clash with the comedy Mastiii 4, starring Vivek Oberoi, Aftab Shivdasani, and Riteish Deshmukh. Though the comedy has lower cumulative earnings, it has overtaken 120 Bahadur on weekdays.
According to early industry estimates, Mastiii 4 earned ₹1.15 crore on Wednesday, narrowly surpassing Farhan Akhtar’s military drama.
About 120 Bahadur
Directed by Razneesh Ghai and produced under Excel Entertainment and Trigger Happy Studios, 120 Bahadur chronicles the bravery of Major Shaitan Singh Bhati PVC and the soldiers of Charlie Company, 13 Kumaon Regiment, who fought valiantly in the Battle of Rezang La on November 18, 1962.
Cast & Locations
- Farhan Akhtar as Major Shaitan Singh Bhati
- Raashii Khanna as the female lead
The film was shot across Rajasthan, Ladakh, and Mumbai, effectively capturing the rugged mountains and harsh terrains central to the historic battle.
The Road Ahead: Weekend Crucial For Recovery
With the weekend approaching, 120 Bahadur faces a critical test. If it manages to pick up momentum through word-of-mouth and patriotic appeal, it may still see an upward trend. However, continued competition from Mastiii 4 and new releases could further affect its growth.
Jay-Ho Updates
Despite its powerful emotional core and compelling performances, 120 Bahadur is currently struggling to convert critical appreciation into sustained box-office success. The upcoming weekend will determine whether the film stabilizes or continues its declining trajectory. For now, all eyes are on the film’s Saturday and Sunday performance to see if it can reclaim its early momentum.
