The historical drama Chhaava, directed by Laxman Utekar and based on the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, is continuing to perform well at the box office even in its second week of release. The film has quickly become one of the top earners of the year, with impressive collection numbers.
Chhaava Box Office Collection : Strong Second Weekend Performance
As of its ninth day in theaters, Chhaava has reached an impressive ₹286.75 crore at the box office, according to reports from Sacnilk. On its second Saturday, the film earned ₹44 crore, pushing its total net earnings in India to ₹286.75 crore. The movie’s performance has been consistent, with the film’s occupancy rate showing strong growth throughout the day. The Saturday report revealed that the movie had an overall occupancy of 50.45%, with 35.55% of theaters filled during the morning shows, 53.98% in the afternoon, and 61.82% in the evening shows.
In its first week, Chhaava had already made ₹219.25 crore in India, starting strong with ₹31 crore on opening day. It also did well over its first weekend, collecting ₹37 crore on the first Saturday and ₹48.5 crore on Sunday. The film continued its successful run on Friday, bringing in ₹23.5 crore compared to ₹21.5 crore on Thursday—a 9.30% increase, showing its growing popularity.
Prime Minister Modi’s Praise for Chhaava
The success of Chhaava has caught the attention of prominent figures, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Speaking at the 98th Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan at Vigyan Bhavan in Delhi, he praised the film and its impact, saying, “Maharashtra and Mumbai have elevated Hindi cinema along with Marathi films. And these days, Chhaava is making waves.” The producers of the film, Maddock Films, were honored by this recognition and called it a “historic honour.”
The Cast and Storyline of Chhaava
Chhaava is based on the Marathi novel Chhava by Shivaji Sawant, and it stars Vicky Kaushal in the lead role as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. The film also features Rashmika Mandanna, Akshaye Khanna, Diana Penty, Divya Dutta, and Ashutosh Rana in key roles. The film is set in a period of historical significance and tells the story of the brave and fierce warrior king, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, who was known for his leadership and courage.
Since its release, Chhaava has managed to capture the attention of audiences and critics alike. It has remained strong at the box office, with positive word of mouth driving its success. The film’s combination of action, drama, and historical significance seems to have struck a chord with moviegoers, helping it maintain a strong presence even in its second week.
Looking Ahead: Will Chhaava Continue Its Success?
It remains to be seen how Chhaava will perform in the coming days, especially as new films are released. However, given its solid performance and continued interest from the audience, there are high hopes for the movie’s future earnings. As one of the biggest box office hits of the year, it is clear that Chhaava is leaving a lasting impact on both the industry and the audience.
With Chhaava still going strong, it has already proven to be a massive success for its cast, crew, and producers, marking a historic achievement in Indian cinema.
