The battle for box office supremacy has witnessed fierce competition, and Prabhas and Prashanth Neel’s Salaar: Part 1 — Ceasefire has emerged as the victor in the first weekend collections race. With an extended 4-day weekend, the film showcased its might, collecting a staggering Rs 251.60 crore. This blog explores the factors that contributed to Salaar’s success and compares it with the performances of two other highly anticipated films, Pathaan and Animal.

Salaar beats Pathaan and Animal’s 1st weekend collections

Bollywood is bringing amazing movies for all the movie lovers out there, as the long holidays approach. The festive vibe has reached its peak with power-packed movies in the theatre that seem promising for a treat.

Some of the recently released films like Salaar, Pathaan, and Animal are racing against each other and people are curious as to which one will be getting more collections.

Pathaan has gained next-level popularity because of superstar Shahrukh Khan but the Tollywood Salaar movie has crossed the box office collection of Pathaan as well as Animal when it comes to first weekend collection, showing the craze among people for the south Indian movies.

Salaar’s Stellar Performance:

Salaar, released on December 22nd, treated Prabhas’s fans to a cinematic extravaganza filled with action, drama, and powerful dialogues. The film’s 4-day extended weekend, strategically timed for maximum impact, allowed it to amass a total collection of Rs 251.60 crore. The daily breakdown of collections is as follows: Friday — Rs 90.7 crore, Saturday — Rs 56.35 crore, Sunday — Rs 62.05 crore, and Monday — Rs 42.50 crore.

Despite initial speculations about Salaar’s performance compared to Prashanth Neel’s previous blockbuster, KGF, the film has proven its mettle. While Salaar falls short of KGF’s initial box office numbers, it’s essential to consider the extended weekend factor and the film’s potential to surpass the lifetime collections of other big releases.

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Salaar vs. Pathaan and Animal:

Pathaan, released during the Republic Day weekend, managed to accumulate Rs 220 crore in its opening weekend. On the other hand, Animal, released on December 1st, secured a notable collection of Rs 245 crore. However, both these films trail behind Salaar in the first weekend earnings.

Jawan, the year’s top-grosser, raked in more than Rs 286 crore in its first 4 days, setting a high benchmark for others to follow. Salaar, though falling short of this impressive number, has managed to position itself as a strong contender in the box office race.

Comparing Salaar with Tiger 3, the year’s top-grossing film with a lifetime collection of Rs 283 crore, Salaar is just 31 crore short. The potential for Salaar to surpass this milestone in the coming weeks cannot be dismissed, considering its consistent performance over the extended weekend.

Animal’s Sustained Hold:

While Salaar celebrates its triumph, it’s noteworthy that Animal has not only maintained its stronghold at the box office but has also added a commendable Rs 2 crore net on day 23. With a collection of Rs 534.77 crore in India, Animal stands as a popular force in the ongoing battle for box office supremacy.

Dunki vs Salaar Box Office Collection:

Shah Rukh Khan’s movie crosses ₹250 crore in five days making it one of the top-grossers of 2023 movies. Released on December 22, Salaar just after a day of Dunki release, has created a buzz with nearly ₹255 crore in the domestic market in just 4 days.

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Conclusion

In the clash of the blockbusters at the box office, Salaar has emerged victorious in its first weekend collections, overshadowing the performances of Pathaan and Animal. Prabhas and Prashanth Neel’s collaboration has proven to be a winning formula, offering fans a cinematic experience that resonates with the masses. As Salaar continues to dominate the box office, the coming weeks will be crucial in determining whether it can surpass the lifetime collections of other blockbuster releases. The box office saga unfolds, and Salaar’s triumph is undoubtedly a significant chapter in the ongoing narrative of Indian cinema. These were some of the best releases of the Bollywood movies of 2023.