The film continues its stellar run, earning ₹492.05 crore domestically and nearly ₹700 crore globally, with the Telugu version boosting collections.
March 8, 2025: ‘Chhaava’ Box Office Day 22: Vicky Kaushal’s Historical Epic Nears ₹500 Crore Mark in India
Telugu Version Boosts Collections as Film Heads Toward Historic Milestone
Mumbai:
Vicky Kaushal’s historical drama ‘Chhaava’ continues to reign at the box office, approaching the ₹500 crore mark in India. The film has been both a critical and commercial success, earning an estimated ₹492.05 crore domestically and nearly ₹700 crore globally.
According to early estimates from Sacnilk.com, the film earned ₹8.5 crore on Day 22, maintaining its steady momentum.
Box Office Breakdown:
- Week 1: ₹219.25 crore
- Week 2: ₹180.25 crore
- Week 3: ₹84.05 crore
- Day 22: ₹8.5 crore
The recent Telugu release of the film across 550 screens has significantly boosted its earnings. On Friday, Telugu occupancy stood at 32.77%, much higher than the Hindi version’s 11.39%, indicating strong regional traction.
Impact of Cricket Matches on Box Office Performance
Despite its strong performance, major cricket events have affected Chhaava’s collections.
- The India vs Pakistan match (February 23) and the India vs Australia semi-final (March 4) resulted in noticeable drops in ticket sales.
- With India set to play in the Champions Trophy final on March 9, trade analysts predict another dip in collections from Sunday afternoon onwards.
“With India qualifying for the finals this Sunday, the box office business may experience a slowdown once again from 2 PM onwards,” noted trade analyst Taran Adarsh.
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OTT Release on Netflix
While no official confirmation has been made, ‘Chhaava’ is expected to premiere on Netflix on April 11, extending its reach to a global audience.
Star-Studded Cast & Storyline
Directed by Laxman Utekar, ‘Chhaava’ chronicles the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, son of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, and his valiant resistance against Mughal emperor Aurangzeb.
The film features an ensemble cast, including:
- Vicky Kaushal as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj
- Rashmika Mandanna as Maharani Yesubai
- Akshaye Khanna, Vineet Kumar Singh, Ashutosh Rana, Divya Dutta, Santosh Juvekar, and Pradeep Rawat in pivotal roles
The Road to ₹500 Crore
With just ₹7.95 crore left to cross the ₹500 crore milestone, ‘Chhaava’ is on track to join Bollywood’s elite club of highest-grossing films. Industry experts predict that the milestone could be reached within the next few days.
As the film enters its fourth week, all eyes are on whether it can sustain its momentum amid cricket fever and achieve record-breaking numbers.
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