“Mr And Mrs Mahi,” directed by Sharan Sharma and starring Rajkummar Rao and Janhvi Kapoor, is poised for a strong box office debut, with an expected net of around Rs 7 crores in India.
Impressive Advance Bookings and Ticket Sales
The film saw a dramatic increase in advance bookings on the final day, selling 2.15 lakh tickets in major national chains like PVRInox and Cinepolis. Additionally, around 6,300 tickets were sold in MovieMax. The movie capitalized on Cinema Lovers Day, where tickets were priced at a flat rate of Rs 99 in standard formats.
High Box Office Expectations for Opening Weekend
“Mr And Mrs Mahi” has achieved the highest advance ticket sales for a Hindi film in 2024, setting the stage for a strong box office opening of Rs 6-8 crores. With this momentum, the opening weekend could potentially reach Rs 20 crores. Initially considered for a direct digital release, the film’s success in advance bookings is a significant accomplishment for all involved.
Audience Response to Affordable Ticket Prices
The success of “Mr And Mrs Mahi” demonstrates that audiences are willing to visit theaters if ticket prices are reasonable. On Cinema Lovers Day, at least 10 lakh individuals are expected to visit theaters despite the absence of a major star film. This highlights the importance of pricing strategies for exhibitors, distributors, and producers.
Top Advance Ticket Sales for 2024 Releases
The movies with the highest advance ticket sales for opening day in national chains for 2024 are:
- Mr And Mrs Mahi – 2.15 lakh tickets at Rs 99
- Fighter – 1.45 lakh tickets
- Article 370 – 1.25 lakh tickets at Rs 99
- Bade Miyan Chote Miyan – 1.03 lakh tickets
- Shaitaan – 81.5 thousand tickets Storyline of “Mr And Mrs Mahi”
“Mr And Mrs Mahi” centers around a couple united by their love for cricket. Mr. Mahi, a trained cricketer, faces family pressure and continuous failures, preventing him from pursuing his passion. Seeing his wife’s talent and passion for cricket, he decides to coach her to play for the national team. However, Mrs. Mahi soon realizes that Mr. Mahi has his own selfish motives. To find out what happens next, watch “Mr And Mrs Mahi” in theaters.
Now Playing in Theaters
“Mr And Mrs Mahi” is now playing in theaters starting May 31, 2024. Tickets are available for booking.
Source – Pinkvilla
