Siddhant Chaturvedi's 'Yudhra' fails first Monday test; earns only ₹75L
What's the story
The action thriller Yudhra, directed by Ravi Udyawar and featuring Siddhant Chaturvedi, Malavika Mohanan, and Raghav Juyal in lead roles, has experienced a major drop in box office collections.
Despite being the sole Bollywood release last week and having a promising start on National Cinema Day, the film struggled to maintain its initial momentum.
By its first Monday, it had seen a significant decline in earnings.
Collection details
'Yudhra' box office collection: A detailed breakdown
Yudhra grossed ₹8.6cr during its opening weekend at the box office, debuting with ₹4.5cr on Friday.
However, earnings declined over the weekend to ₹1.75cr on Saturday and ₹2.35cr on Sunday, according to trade website Sacnilk.
By its fourth day (Monday), the film's earnings had further dropped to approximately ₹0.75cr or ₹75L, bringing the total collection to a disappointing ₹9.25cr nett in India so far (₹10+ crore gross).
Occupancy report
'Yudhra' recorded low occupancy on Monday
On Monday, Yudhra recorded an overall Hindi occupancy of just 9.2%, with morning shows at 5.9%, afternoon shows at 10.38%, evening shows at 8.36%, and night shows peaking slightly higher at 12.17%.
This data further illustrates the film's struggle to attract audiences after its initial release day success.
Despite being produced by renowned filmmakers Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar under the Excel Entertainment banner, Yudhra has faced challenges in sustaining viewer interest.
Film overview
'Yudhra': A look at the plot and performances
Yudhra marks Mohanan's Bollywood debut, with Chaturvedi playing the titular character who battles anger management issues while dismantling a powerful drug syndicate.
The film has received mixed reviews from audiences and critics alike. While some viewers criticized its scattered plot and lengthy direction, many praised Chaturvedi's performance, particularly his ability to convey the character's emotional turmoil.
Juyal and the supporting cast have also been commended for their contributions.