Emergency Film Day 4: Kangana Ranaut's Movie Faces Nearly 50% Drop In Morning Show Footfalls

Kangana Ranaut's film 'Emergency' has captured significant attention across India. Directed, co-produced, and written by Kangana, the film portrays her as former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. This Hindi biographical political drama focuses on the Indian emergency period from 1975 to 1977. Released on 17th January 2025, it has received mostly positive feedback from both fans and critics.

Despite facing several challenges, 'Emergency' has impressed audiences and met expectations. The film debuted with Rs 2.5 crore and saw a rise in earnings over the weekend due to positive word-of-mouth. It collected Rs 3.6 crore on Saturday and Rs 4.35 crore on Sunday, totalling Rs 10.45 crore (nett) for its opening weekend.

Check out full day-wise collection below:

The film entered its first Monday on January 20, with expectations of a decline in earnings. According to Sacnilk's latest updates, there was nearly a 50% drop in attendance during morning shows on this day. The movie recorded around 4.37% occupancy in morning shows today compared to Sunday's strong 8.23% footfall.

Emergency Budget & OTT Streaming Updates

'Emergency' was made with an estimated budget of Rs 60 crore and continues to draw viewers to cinemas successfully. Reports suggest that Netflix has secured the post-theatrical streaming rights for the film, although the official OTT release date remains unconfirmed.

The film's journey reflects Kangana Ranaut's dedication to bringing historical narratives to life through cinema. As audiences continue to engage with 'Emergency,' its impact is evident both at the box office and among viewers eager for compelling storytelling.