Meghna Gulzar’s hard-hitting police procedural, Daayra, is slowly but steadily finding its footing at the domestic box office. Starring Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran in intense, warring cop roles, the crime thriller tackles the heavy and morally complex subject of extrajudicial killings.
Because of its dark theme and the complete absence of commercial masala elements, the film opened to modest numbers on Friday. However, riding high on stellar critical acclaim and positive word-of-mouth, Daayra witnessed a crucial and highly encouraging jump in its collections on its first Saturday (Day 2).
Here is a complete breakdown of the Day 2 box office figures, domestic totals, and what to expect from the intense thriller over the rest of its opening weekend!
The First Saturday Surge: A 60% Jump
Unlike typical mainstream Bollywood blockbusters that rely on massive opening days, content-driven films like Daayra heavily depend on evening footfalls and weekend audience recommendations.
According to early industry estimates and trade trackers, the film successfully capitalized on its positive reviews. After taking a slow start of ₹1.00 crore on its opening Friday, Daayra collected approximately ₹1.60 crore net in India on Day 2 (Saturday).
This marks a highly impressive 60% growth compared to its Day 1 earnings. The massive jump is a strong indicator that the core multiplex audience in major metropolitan cities (like Mumbai, Delhi-NCR, and Pune) is actively responding to the thought-provoking narrative and powerhouse performances by the lead actors.
Total Collections and Audience Word of Mouth
With the addition of ₹1.60 crore on Saturday, the film’s total India net collection currently stands at ₹2.60 crore over two days.
Trade analysts note that Daayra was never designed to be a massive ₹100-crore box office juggernaut. It is a tightly budgeted, niche film aimed at a mature audience. The ideological clash between Kareena Kapoor’s rule-following DCP Ajooni and Prithviraj Sukumaran’s vigilante-style DCP Raman has sparked massive debates among viewers, turning into a major talking point on social media and driving weekend ticket sales.
What to Expect on Sunday
With the momentum shifting in its favor, the true test for Daayra lies in how much further it can grow on its first Sunday (Day 3).
Considering the current positive trajectory, trade experts predict another 20% to 30% jump on Sunday, potentially pushing the film’s first-weekend total past the ₹4.50 crore mark. For a grim, songless, 143-minute socio-political thriller, a steady upward trend is the best possible box office scenario!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Day 2 box office collection of Daayra?
On its first Saturday (Day 2), Daayra recorded a massive 60% growth, collecting an estimated ₹1.60 crore net at the domestic box office.
What is the total box office collection of Daayra so far?
Following its opening day collection of ₹1.00 crore and Day 2 collection of ₹1.60 crore, the film’s total India net collection currently stands at ₹2.60 crore.
Is Daayra a hit or flop?
It is too early to declare a final verdict. Daayra is a niche, content-driven film made on a controlled budget. Its success will heavily depend on maintaining a steady hold during the weekdays following this weekend surge.
Who is in the movie Daayra?
The crime thriller is directed by Meghna Gulzar and stars Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead roles. The supporting cast features Kshitee Jog, Jitendra Joshi, and Trupti Khamkar.
