Vikrant Massey’s latest film, The Sabarmati Reporthas begun week three on a positive note. Despite facing some stiff competition, the film entered its third weekend with a collection of Rs 2.1 crore. According to early estimates on sacnilk.om, the film added another Rs 1.90 crore to its collection on Saturday, thus pushing its overall total past the Rs 25 crore mark.
The film’s current domestic total is estimated at around Rs 26 crore nett.
Meanwhile, according to producer Ekta Kapoorthe film’s global box office collection has raked in an estimated Rs 30.63 crore.
The film maintained a steady performance throughout the week, despite facing stiff competition from other newer releases. After an impressive opening week with collections amounting to Rs 11.5 crore, The Sabarmati Report continued to draw audiences over its second week, earning an estimated Rs 10.5 crore.
Speaking to the media at the closing ceremony of the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), the film’s leading man, Massey said, “I always try to work responsibly. Whether it is 12th Fail, Sector 36, or The Sabarmati Report, there is always an effort to entertain people while also being part of responsible cinema.”
Commenting on the current filmmaking landscape and audience responses, he added, “I am interested in doing entertainment and inspiring cinema. Even today, cinema remains a highly influential medium. Many in society draw inspiration from it. In India, we produce about 1,800 to 2,000 films annually, encompassing all genres. While all kinds of films should be made, responsible cinema is thriving, and audiences are appreciating it.”
Directed by Dheeraj Sarna, the film has received acclaim for its gripping narrative and standout performances, particularly by Massey, Raashi Khanna, and Ridhi Dogra. The film’s growing popularity has been further bolstered by political parties in several states, which have declared it tax-free in some states, further boosting its box office business.
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