In the latest Bollywood box office battle, "Bhul Chuk Maaf" maintained its b hold, delivering an impressive performance on its fifth day. Conversely, "Kesari Veer" and "Kampkanpi" failed to resonate with audiences and have proven to be box office disasters. Let's take a look at the box office earnings and performance of these films.
"Bhul Chuk Maaf" Continues its Strong Performance
Starring Rajkummar Rao and Wamika Gabbi, "Bhul Chuk Maaf" showed b earnings on its fifth day (Tuesday), collecting a net of ₹4.50 crore, matching its Monday earnings. Over five days, the film has garnered a total net collection of ₹37 crore, approximately 74% of its ₹50 crore budget. This clearly indicates the film's sustained popularity.
It is anticipated that "Bhul Chuk Maaf" will continue its b performance into its second week, easily recouping its budget. The film's producer and director, Karan Sharma, expressed gratitude to the audience for this success.
Initial reviews for the film were mixed, but audiences have embraced it wholeheartedly. The film is receiving praise on social media, and offers and discounts on various ticket booking platforms are also attracting viewers to theaters.
"Bhul Chuk Maaf" Day-by-Day Earnings
- Day 1 (Friday): ₹7.00 crore
- Day 2 (Saturday): ₹9.50 crore
- Day 3 (Sunday): ₹11.50 crore
- Day 4 (Monday): ₹4.50 crore
- Day 5 (Tuesday): ₹4.50 crore
This data clearly shows that the film had a b opening over the first three days and maintained its collection momentum in the subsequent days.
"Bhul Chuk Maaf" Worldwide Collection
The film's international performance has been less impressive. In five days, it earned only ₹1.70 crore overseas. The total gross collection, domestically and internationally, is approximately ₹45.50 crore.
Analysts believe that if the film maintains this earning pace, it could become the third biggest hit of 2025. Currently, it's on track to become Bollywood's third most successful film after "Chhawa" and "Red 2".
Box Office Disappointment for "Kesari Veer" and "Kampkanpi"
While "Bhul Chuk Maaf" continues its winning streak, Sunil Shetty and Sooraj Pancholi's "Kesari Veer" and Shreyas Talpade-Tusshar Kapoor's "Kampkanpi" failed to capture audience attention. Both films have proved to be major box office flops.
"Kesari Veer" collected a net total of ₹1.21 crore in five days, while "Kampkanpi" earned only ₹1.15 crore during the same period.
On Tuesday, "Kesari Veer" grossed a mere ₹13 lakh, while "Kampkanpi" managed ₹16 lakh. These are extremely disappointing figures for both films, indicating they are unlikely to recover their production costs.
Audience and Critic Response
Both "Kesari Veer" and "Kampkanpi" received poor reviews from critics. The films were weak in terms of storyline and direction, and failed to engage audiences, leading to their imminent removal from theaters.
In contrast, "Bhul Chuk Maaf" has won over audiences with its unique and engaging storyline. Positive social media buzz has also contributed to its box office success.
Impact on the Film Industry
The success of "Bhul Chuk Maaf" among films released in 2025 so far is a welcome relief. The failure of "Kesari Veer" and "Kampkanpi" has clearly demonstrated that audiences only appreciate well-crafted stories and b productions.
Filmmakers must now prioritize selecting storylines that resonate with the audience. Relying solely on star cast is no longer a guarantee of success.
