Shaitaan Box Office Collection To Hit ₹125Cr Ahead Of Holi: Ajay Devgn Starrer Gains Momentum

Almost three weeks post its release, the Ajay Devgn and R Madhavan starrer "Shaitaan" continues to make waves at the box office. Directed by Vikas Bahl, this psychological thriller, which also stars Jyotika in a pivotal role, has quickly become one of the year's most awaited films. The movie's chilling trailer had already set high expectations, which were met with positive feedback from both audiences and critics upon release.

The film's success is reflected in its impressive box office numbers. Not only did "Shaitaan" secure the position of the second highest opener of 2024, but it also became the third film this year to join the prestigious Rs 100 crores club. The movie kicked off its box office journey with an opening collection of Rs 14.75 crores. Despite facing some challenges during the weekdays, the weekends provided a much-needed boost to its earnings.

Recent reports highlight the movie's significant growth in collections over its third weekend. According to Sacnilk, "Shaitaan" experienced an over 82% jump in collections on its third Saturday (day 16), bringing in Rs 4.3 crores. This surge pushed the total collections to Rs 120.95 crores. With Holi around the corner, it is anticipated that the film will maintain its strong performance at the box office, expecting to rake in Rs 4-5 crores on its third Sunday (day 17). Early morning shows have already contributed Rs 9 lakhs to today's tally, with expectations for further increases throughout the day.

In a recent interview, R Madhavan shared his experience working with Ajay Devgn for the first time. He expressed his admiration for Devgn, referring to him as the real "Singham" of the industry due to his subtle emoting and choice of roles. Madhavan revealed his initial surprise at being offered a significant role in "Shaitaan," praising Devgn's maturity and passion for the craft that allowed him to shine in the film. He hopes to live up to the faith placed in him by delivering a performance that does justice to the opportunity given.

The continued success of "Shaitaan" at the box office is a testament to its engaging storyline, stellar performances, and effective direction. As it moves past its third weekend, the film is on track to surpass further milestones, solidifying its place among this year's cinematic highlights.