Sonu Sood’s debut directorial Fateh proves its mettle at the box office, garnering praise for its gripping storyline on cybercrime and strong performances.
January 20, 2025: Sonu Sood’s directorial debut, Fate, continues to make waves at the box office, performing steadily despite its modest budget. Released on January 10, 2025, alongside Ram Charan’s Game Changer, the film has earned its place as a sleeper hit, captivating audiences with its engaging narrative and powerful performances by Sonu Sood and Jacqueline Fernandez.
Fateh Box Office Performance
According to Sacnilk’s early estimates, Fateh grossed ₹0.21 crore by 4 PM on Day 10 (Sunday), bringing its total India net collection to ₹11.91 crore. The film is expected to surpass ₹12 crore by the end of the day.
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Here’s a breakdown of Fateh’s box office journey so far:
- Day 1 (Friday): ₹2.4 crore
- Day 2 (Saturday): ₹2.1 crore
- Day 3 (Sunday): ₹2.25 crore
- Day 4 (Monday): ₹0.95 crore
- Day 5 (Tuesday): ₹1.5 crore
- Day 6 (Wednesday): ₹1.15 crore
- Day 7 (Thursday): ₹0.75 crore
- Day 8 (Friday): ₹0.27 crore
- Day 9 (Saturday): ₹0.33 crore
- Day 10 (Sunday): ₹0.21 crore (as of 4 PM)
- Total: ₹11.91 crore (early estimates)
Sonu Sood Wins Praise
The film follows the story of a man fighting cybercrime, inspired by real-life events during the COVID-19 pandemic. Sonu Sood has garnered widespread acclaim for his directorial vision and on-screen performance. Recently, veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah praised Sonu’s preparation as a filmmaker, calling him “better prepared than many so-called professional directors.”
In a heartfelt Instagram post, Sonu thanked Naseeruddin Shah, writing, “Directing Naseer sir was a lifetime experience. Is *Fateh Ki Fateh Mein Apka Bahut Bada Yogdaan Hai (Your contribution to Fateh’s success is immense).”
What’s Next for Fateh?
The film’s modest yet impressive box office run positions Sonu Sood as a new bankable star in Bollywood. With positive word-of-mouth and growing recognition for its socially relevant storyline, Fateh continues to attract audiences.
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