Bhool Chuk Maaf Box Office Collection: Film Performs Better Than Rajkummar's Last Movie

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Rajkummar Rao's latest film, Bhool Chuk Maaf, witnessed growth on its second day of release, earning Rs.9 crore nett in India. Despite facing a row over its digital release, the time loop comedy has collected a total of Rs.16 crore so far. The film, directed by Karan Sharma, revolves around a soon-to-be-married man stuck in a time loop, reliving the day before his wedding.

Key Takeaways:

  • Bhool Chuk Maaf earned Rs.16 crore in total, surpassing Rajkummar's last film, Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video, which earned Rs.5.5 crore on day one and Rs.6.9 crore on day two.
  • The film's occupancy on Saturday was 25.18% in Hindi, showcasing moderate growth from its first day.
  • Despite performing better than Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video, Bhool Chuk Maaf lags behind Rajkummar's blockbuster Stree 2, which earned Rs.51.8 crore on day one and Rs.31.4 crore on day two in 2024.
  • The film's music, composed by Tanishk Baghchi, is considered "okay" when viewed in context on screen, but doesn't stand out as a unique asset.
  • Rajkummar Rao needs to diversify his film choices, moving away from his small-town fascination, according to The Hindustan Times review.
  • The film's digital release controversy was resolved, with PVRINOX, Maddock Films, and Amazon MGM Studios reaching an understanding to release the movie in theatres on May 23.

Statistics:

  • Total box office collection: Rs.16 crore
  • Day one revenue: Rs.7 crore
  • Day two revenue: Rs.9 crore nett
  • Hindi occupancy on Saturday: 25.18%
  • Rajkummar's last film, Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video, day one earnings: Rs.5.5 crore
  • Rajkummar's last film, Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video, day two earnings: Rs.6.9 crore
  • Stree 2, day one earnings: Rs.51.8 crore
  • Stree 2, day two earnings: Rs.31.4 crore

Sources:

  • "Bhool Chuk Maaf box office collection day 2: The film, starring Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi, witnessed growth on the second day of its release. As per Sacnilk.com, Bhool Chuk Maaf has earned Rs.16 crore so far." - Sacnilk.com
  • "Bhool Chuk Maaf review: A tiring comedy where time loops, laughs lag and Rajkummar Rao hits refresh again" - Hindustan Times
  • "Rajkummar needs to snap out of his small town fascination, and fast. Wamiqa is a relatively fresh face, and grasps the 'papa ki pari' hook well. Sanjay Mishra and Raghubeer Yadav fare well. Tanishk Baghchi's music is okay when viewed in context on screen, but doesn't stand out." - The Hindustan Times
  • "Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Hindustan Times." - Hindustan Times