Kunal Kemmu’s second outing, “Vibe,” hit theatres on a Friday that was already jam‑packed with new releases. The film ran across 3,194 shows, and its overall occupancy settled at a modest 13.38%—a baseline that will determine its weekend trajectory.
Morning audiences were hesitant, with only 6% occupancy, but the numbers swelled to 11.31% by midday and crept to 14% in the evening. Delhi‑NCR topped the charts, 13% across 440 screens, while Pune, Kolkata and Hyderabad each lingered around 11%.
What’s intriguing is that “Vibe” mirrored the opening haul of Kemmu’s debut, “Madgaon Express,” which also drew ₹1.50 cr. Yet it still managed to edge out Kareena Kapoor’s crime thriller “Daayra,” which collected just ₹90 lakh on its first day.
The day also saw Junaid Khan’s “Ek Din” and Imtiaz Ali’s “Main Vaapas Aaunga” each earning ₹1.15 cr, underscoring how crowded the market is. “Vibe’s” steady rise suggests that word‑of‑mouth and digital buzz could push it further.
As the weekend unfolds, the real question is whether “Vibe’s” blend of humor and action will keep people coming back, or if it will stall once the novelty wears off. For now, the director’s second film proves that he’s still a force to watch.