Maidaan Box Office Day 10: Ajay Devgn's Film Poised For Rs 31Cr Growth
Ajay Devgn's latest cinematic venture, Maidaan, has been the talk of the town since its announcement, marking his first collaboration with producer Boney Kapoor. Directed by Amit Sharma, this sports biographical drama, co-starring Priyamani and Gajraj Rao, delves into the life of Syed Abdul Rahim, a key figure in Indian football history. Despite opening to rave reviews, particularly praising Devgn's portrayal of Rahim, the film experienced a modest beginning at the box office.
The narrative of Maidaan centers on Rahim's instrumental role in elevating Indian football, guiding the team to two gold medals. However, its initial box office performance was less than stellar, garnering Rs 7.1 crores on its opening day, including paid previews. The film saw a slight uptick in revenue over its first weekend but struggled to maintain momentum throughout the week.

Entering its second week, Maidaan is showing signs of steadiness, with potential for growth during its second weekend. Recent figures indicate a day 9 collection of Rs 1.40 crores, bringing its total to Rs 29.75 crores. Predictions for day 10 suggest an increase to Rs 2-3 crores, aiming to surpass the Rs 31 crore mark.
| Day | Collection |
|---|---|
| Day 0 (Wednesday Paid Reviews) | Rs 2.6 crores |
| Day 1 (First Thursday) | Rs 4.5 crores |
| Day 2 (First Friday) | Rs 2.75 crores |
| Day 3 (First Saturday) | Rs 5.75 crores |
| Day 4 (First Sunday) | Rs 6.4 crores |
| Day 5 (First Monday) | Rs 1.5 crores |
| Day 6 (First Tuesday) | Rs 1.65 crores |
| Day 7 (First Wednesday) | Rs 2 crores |
| Day 8 (Second Thursday) | Rs 1.25 crores |
| Day 9 (Second Friday) | Rs 1.40 crores |
In an interesting turn of events, Maidaan's release coincided with Ali Abbas Zafar's Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, featuring Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff, leading to speculation about box office dominance. Despite stiff competition from BMCM, Sharma's directorial is holding its ground.
The journey of Maidaan at the box office reflects the unpredictable nature of film success, balancing critical acclaim with financial performance. As it navigates through its theatrical run, the film's true impact—both as a tribute to a sports legend and as a cinematic achievement—will continue to unfold.