John Abraham’s latest release, The Diplomat, may have arrived in theatres last week with limited promotions and buzz, but the political thriller is performing solidly at the box office. Despite a lack of heavy marketing, the film has managed to hold its ground, benefitting from limited competition from other recent releases.
According to early estimates from Sacnilk.com, The Diplomat earned ₹1.29 crore on its sixth day, bringing its total collection to ₹17.54 crore over the first six days. The film had a strong opening, with ₹4 crore on its first day, followed by a steady weekend performance of ₹4.65 crore combined on Saturday and Sunday. On Monday, the film continued to perform well with ₹1.5 crore, and by day four, it maintained a ₹1.45 crore collection. The film’s overall Hindi occupancy rate on day six was 7.49%, indicating sustained interest despite limited marketing.
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The Competition and Plot
At the box office, The Diplomat faces its primary competition from Chhaava, starring Vicky Kaushal, which, even after a month in theatres, continues to perform well, having crossed ₹500 crore in domestic earnings.
The plot of The Diplomat centers around India–Pakistan relations, with a focus on the complex and delicate nature of diplomatic efforts and the personal challenges diplomats face. John Abraham stars as J.P. Singh, an Indian diplomat who must navigate a tense international standoff. The story takes off when Uzma Ahmed, a woman who was kidnapped and coerced into marriage in Pakistan, seeks refuge at the Indian embassy. Singh is tasked with orchestrating a delicate diplomatic strategy to bring her back to India, all while facing political pressures from both nations.
Critical Reception
The Diplomat has garnered a positive review from News18 Showsha, which praised the film’s tight narrative and gripping moments. The review noted, “On paper, this film has all the right ingredients for a gripping political thriller. It keeps us hooked with edge-of-the-seat moments, a tight background score, and a somewhat solid narrative structure. But while it packs a punch, it doesn’t quite land a knockout.”
With its steady box office performance and strong narrative, The Diplomat is proving to be a solid contender at the theatres, appealing to fans of political thrillers.
