In a cinematic showdown that has gripped the nation, Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s “Animal” starring Ranbir Kapoor continues its triumphant march at the box office. As it enters its second week in theaters, the film remains untamable, inching closer to the coveted Rs 400 crore mark.
Impressive Second Friday Numbers
Despite a slight dip in daily box office collections, “Animal” continues to outshine recent releases, even on weekdays. On Friday, the film raked in an impressive Rs 23.34 crore in India. The momentum carried into Saturday, with the movie recording Rs 25.95 crore, according to industry tracker Sacnilk’s report at 7 pm on December 9. The total domestic nett now stands at an impressive Rs 386.48 crore.
Outperforming the Competition
In a head-to-head comparison with its major competitor, Shah Rukh Khan’s “Jawan,” “Animal” secured a superior second Friday collection. While “Jawan” earned Rs 19.1 crore, “Animal” proved its mettle. However, the question lingers: can the film replicate the same success on the second Saturday, especially as “Jawan” garnered Rs 31.8 nett in the country?
Global Domination and Milestones
With an overall 31.10% occupancy during Saturday morning shows in the Hindi market, “Animal” continues its dominance. The film has already amassed a staggering Rs 600 crore worldwide, making it the fourth-biggest Hindi film of the year, trailing behind “Gadar 2,” “Pathaan,” and “Jawan.” Additionally, it has surpassed the box office collection of “Sanju,” becoming Ranbir Kapoor’s highest-grossing film to date.
Controversies Amidst Success
While basking in box office glory, “Animal” is not without its controversies. Criticized for blatant misogyny and the glorification of toxic masculinity and violence, the film faces a new challenge. Chhattisgarh Congress MP Ranjeet Ranjan lodged a complaint in the Rajya Sabha, expressing concern that her daughter broke down in tears after watching the crime epic.
Ranjan highlighted the controversy surrounding the use of the song “Arjan Vailly” in the film, stating that it could hurt religious sentiments. The MP emphasized cinema’s influence on youth, drawing parallels with previous controversial films like “Kabir Singh” and “Pushpa.”
Anticipated Dominance and Future Challenges
Starring Rashmika Mandanna, Bobby Deol, and Anil Kapoor in pivotal roles, “Animal” is anticipated to maintain its dominance at the box office until the release of Shah Rukh Khan’s “Dunki” on December 21.
As the film weaves its success story amidst controversies, the box office saga of “Animal” continues to captivate audiences, leaving an indelible mark on the Indian cinematic landscape
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