The box office struggle for the Priyadarshan directorial Haiwaan has taken a grim turn. Despite entering its first Sunday—traditionally a golden window for family entertainers and star-studded releases—the psychological thriller starring Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan witnessed yet another downward slide, failing to cross even the ₹2 crore mark on the day.
With screen counts drastically slashed due to underwhelming occupancies and heavy competition, the film’s opening weekend has wrapped up on a deeply concerning note. Here is the complete Day 3 box office breakdown and weekend analysis for Haiwaan.
Day 3 Box Office Breakdown: Sunday Slump Lands At ₹1.85 Crore
According to early trade reports from Sacnilk, Haiwaan managed to collect a meager ₹1.85 crore net across India on its third day (Sunday).
This represents an immediate 26% drop from its Saturday collection of ₹2.50 crore. For a major feature boasting two top-tier Bollywood superstars, failing to grow on a Sunday is an alarming indicator of rejected word-of-mouth.
The poor numbers also reflect a massive contraction in its theatrical footprint. Exhibitors across the country slashed nearly 1,400 shows on Sunday, bringing its total screen/show count down to 4,374 as screens were actively reallocated to surging holdovers like Mirzapur: The Movie and the unstoppable sixth-week juggernaut Hanuman Ansh.
Dismal Opening Weekend Total: ₹7.35 Crore
With the first weekend numbers now locked, the cumulative performance of Haiwaan paints a worrying picture for its ₹80 crore budget:
- Day 1 (Friday): ₹3.00 crore
- Day 2 (Saturday): ₹2.50 crore
- Day 3 (Sunday): ₹1.85 crore
- Total 3-Day India Net Collection: ₹7.35 crore
The film’s total domestic gross stands at roughly ₹8.80 crore, with an additional ₹2.75 crore coming from overseas markets, bringing its worldwide three-day gross to approximately ₹11.55 crore.
Surviving The Crucial Weekday Test
The immediate concern for the makers of Haiwaan is the dreaded Monday test. With a sub-₹8 crore opening weekend, the film needed a massive, record-breaking cushion to sustain its high production costs. Instead, it is staring at rapid theatrical rejection.
Unless word-of-mouth undergoes an overnight miracle, Haiwaan is poised to see its screen counts shrink further as it heads into the working weekdays, facing an uphill battle to stay afloat against established box office heavyweights.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Day 3 box office collection of Haiwaan?
On its third day (first Sunday), Haiwaan collected an estimated ₹1.85 crore net at the domestic box office, marking a 26% drop from Saturday.
What is the total opening weekend collection of Haiwaan?
The three-day opening weekend net collection of Haiwaan stands at approximately ₹7.35 crore in India, with a worldwide gross of around ₹11.55 crore.
Why did Haiwaan see a drop on Sunday?
The drop is attributed to mixed critical reviews, weak word-of-mouth, and a massive reduction in screen and show counts as exhibitors redirected screens to better-performing films like Hanuman Ansh and Mirzapur: The Movie.
Who stars in Haiwaan?
The psychological thriller features an ensemble cast led by Akshay Kumar, Saif Ali Khan, Boman Irani, and Shriya Pilgaonkar, under the direction of Priyadarshan.
