Katrina Kaif and Vijay Sethupathi‘s latest film, Merry Christmas, has proven to be a steady contender at the box office. The latest talk-of-the-town film, directed by the acclaimed Sriram Raghavan, has been gaining momentum with each passing day. Social media is ablaze with appreciation for the film’s gripping storyline and lead pair.
Check out one of the fan’s reactions to a scene from the movie:
Merry Christmas box office collection day 6: Katrina Kaif, Vijay Sethupathi movie earns $138 thousand
Since its release on January 12, 2024, Merry Christmas has been navigating its way through the competitive box office landscape. This date witnessed four major releases, including Mahesh Babu’s Guntur Kaaram and Teja Sajja’s HanuMan.
The mystery thriller initially started on a slow note but quickly gained traction due to its engaging plot and stellar performances. As per the latest trade reports, the film is on the verge of crossing the $2.4 million net mark in India. The current domestic box office collection stands at an estimated $1.6 million, a testament to the film’s consistent performance.
The weekend proved to be a turning point for Merry Christmas. The film opened on Friday with a collection of $294 thousand net in all languages in India. Following this, Saturday witnessed a notable surge, with earnings reaching $414 thousand. The momentum continued to build on Sunday, recording the highest day-wise figure of $460 thousand.
Even on weekdays, Merry Christmas held its ground. Monday’s business amounted to $198 thousand, while Tuesday contributed an additional $156 thousand to the overall box office collection. On the whole, Katrina Kaif starrer’s six-day total is a whopping $1.66 million.
The success of Sriram Raghavan’s directorial can be attributed to its positive reviews from both critics and audiences. With a unique storyline, the movie has been lauded for its unique storytelling. From hints of easter eggs to a subtle ode to Hitchcock, the movie had it all. In addition, the spectators praised Katrina Kaif’s and Vijay Sethupathi’s performances.
Those who haven’t gotten into the Christmas spirit yet, they can watch Merry Christmas in the nearby theatres now.
