Emergency Box Office Collection Day 3: Kangana Ranaut's Film Surpasses ₹10 Crores In Opening Weekend

Kangana Ranaut, known for films like Queen and Thalaivi, is back in the spotlight with her latest release, Emergency. This historical biographical drama, directed, written, and co-produced by Kangana herself, focuses on former Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi and the Indian emergency period. Since its trailer release last year, the film has generated considerable interest among audiences.

Emergency features a talented cast alongside Kangana. Anupam Kher portrays Jayaprakash Narayan, while Shreyas Talpade takes on the role of Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Milind Soman appears as Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw. The film also includes performances by Vishak Nair, Mahima Chaudhry, and Satish Kaushik. Despite the anticipation and buzz surrounding it, Emergency received mixed reviews but maintained a steady presence at the box office.

The film opened with Rs 2.5 crores on its first day. On the second day (Saturday), it saw an increase in earnings to Rs 3.6 crores. According to Sacnilk reports, Emergency collected Rs 4.35 crores on its third day (Sunday), bringing its total earnings to Rs 10.45 crores over the weekend.

Emergency demonstrated strong performance during its opening weekend at the box office. Reports indicate that it amassed Rs 7.95 crores over this period, reflecting a solid start despite mixed audience feedback.

However, controversy has arisen around Emergency as the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) called for a ban on its screening in Punjab. They expressed concerns about potential unrest within the Sikh community. SGPC president Harjinder Singh Dhami addressed these issues in a letter to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann.

Kangana responded to these developments by stating: "This is complete harassment of art and the artist, from Punjab many cities are reporting that these people are not allowing Emergency to be screened. I have utmost respect for all religions and after studying and growing up in Chandigarh I have closely observed and followed Sikh religion. This is a complete lie and propaganda to tarnish my image and harm my film #Emergency".