Yudhra box office collection day 2: Siddhant Chaturvedi’s film witnesses drop on Saturday, earns nearly ₹2 crore

The highly anticipated action thriller Yudhra, starring Siddhant Chaturvedi in the lead role, hit the silver screens on Friday. The film, which had generated considerable buzz thanks to its slick action sequences, high-energy trailer, and Siddhant’s rising popularity, has been one of the most talked-about films in recent months. After a modest start on its opening day, the movie’s box office collection witnessed a slight dip on its second day, Saturday, earning nearly ₹2 crore. Let’s delve into the details of the film’s performance, reasons for the box office trends, and expectations moving forward. Yudhra, directed by Ravi Udyawar and produced by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani under Excel Entertainment, hit the screens on Friday with moderate expectations. The film was anticipated to attract young audiences, especially fans of high-octane action and fans of Siddhant Chaturvedi, who has carved a niche for himself post his performances in films like Gully Boy and Gehraiyaan. Despite the hype and a fair amount of promotional efforts, the film opened to lukewarm box office numbers. On its first day, Yudhra managed to rake in approximately ₹3.25 crore across India. While these numbers were not particularly impressive, they were in line with industry expectations given the film’s target audience, genre, and overall market sentiment. The first-day collection suggested that the film had a steady start, and much would depend on word of mouth and the performance over the weekend. Saturday, the second day of Yudhra at the box office, witnessed a noticeable dip in its collections. According to trade reports, the film earned nearly ₹2 crore on day 2, marking a drop of about 30-35% compared to its opening day. While a dip in collections from Friday to Saturday is not uncommon for films that rely heavily on mass circuits or urban multiplexes, this drop suggests that Yudhra may not have resonated with a broader audience as strongly as expected. Mixed Reviews: Upon its release, Yudhra received mixed reviews from both critics and audiences. While some praised the film’s action sequences and Siddhant Chaturvedi’s performance, others found the narrative lacking in substance. The storyline was criticized for being too predictable, and the screenplay didn’t offer anything novel to keep audiences engaged. This mixed reception may have affected the film’s performance, especially among the urban multiplex audience who often base their viewing choices on critical reviews and word of mouth. Competition from Other Releases: Yudhra faced stiff competition at the box office from other ongoing releases, including a few big-budget films and regional blockbusters that were performing well in different circuits. In particular, family dramas and larger-than-life action spectacles that were already running in theaters had a significant share of the audience, reducing the footfall for Yudhra. Limited Appeal Beyond Youth Audience: One of the major challenges for Yudhra has been its appeal beyond the youth demographic. The film was marketed as an action-packed thriller aimed at younger audiences, especially fans of Siddhant Chaturvedi. However, the film’s appeal seemed limited to this segment, with families and older audiences opting for other entertainment options over the weekend. Action-heavy films typically do better with a broader audience base, but Yudhra struggled to make that cross-over.