The film hit the theatres on a rainy September night, leaving a trail of neon‑lit posters and a buzz that made the box‑office numbers look like a rocket launch. It didn’t just open; it exploded, pulling in ₹61.15 crore net in India on its first day, a figure that still rattles the industry.
Critics, however, kept their cool. Reviews skated over the film’s clunky pacing and uneven humor, leaving audiences to decide whether the spectacle was worth the price of the ticket. Some praised the high‑octane action, while others called it a missed opportunity.
In a tweet that felt more like a pep talk than an apology, Nani thanked fans for both the love and the “hilarious trolls.” He admitted the film had its “flaws” and that he was learning from the sharp observations of reviewers. The actor’s candidness turned the conversation into a community chat rather than a one‑way monologue.
By the second day, the film was playing 7,049 shows with an occupancy of just 32.8%, a surprisingly low figure for a launch that had such a strong first‑day lift. Yet worldwide, the film has already crossed ₹98.5 crore, a testament to its global appeal and the star power that pulls crowds beyond the domestic market.