Shahid Kapoor’s action-packed drama, Deva, marks a promising start with Rs. 5 crore, outpacing Akshay Kumar’s Sky Force. The film gears up for a weekend boost.
February 1, 2025: Rosshan Andrrews’ Bollywood directorial debut, Deva, starring Shahid Kapoor and Pooja Hegde, hit the theatres on January 31, opening with an impressive Rs. 5 crore at the box office. This high-octane action drama showcases Shahid Kapoor in the role of a determined cop, a performance that has received widespread appreciation from audiences and critics alike.
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While the opening numbers of Deva fell short of Shahid Kapoor’s last outing, Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya (Rs. 6.7 crore), the film managed to surpass Akshay Kumar’s Sky Force, which earned Rs. 2.75 crore on its opening day. Competing against other major releases like Ram Charan’s Game Changer and Kangana Ranaut’s Emergency, Deva has carved out a decent start.
Occupancy and Weekend Expectations
The movie recorded a morning show occupancy of 5.87%, which rose to 9.18% in the afternoon and further to 9.77% by the evening. With positive word-of-mouth and Shahid Kapoor’s strong fanbase, the film is anticipated to see a rise in collections over the weekend.
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Shahid Kapoor’s Emotional Post
Ahead of the film’s release, Shahid Kapoor took to social media to express his excitement and dedication to Deva. In an emotional post, he shared,
“One year of blood, sweat, and tears. 2024 was all DEVA!!! MERA DIL MERI JAAN. MERA KAAM MERI SHIDDAT. MERA ACTING KE LIYE PYAAR. MERI AUDIENCE KE LIYE MOHOBBAT. MERA SAALON KA EXPERIENCE MERA ANDAR KA CREATIVE BACHHA. SAB HAI IS DEVA MEIN… (My heart, my soul. My work, my dedication. My love for acting. My affection for my audience. My years of experience, my inner creative child–everything is in this DEVA).”
As the film continues its theatrical journey, fans and industry experts alike are eager to see how Deva performs during its first weekend.