It seems that The Sabarmati Report is off to a solid start at the box office, despite facing tough competition. With a 5-day total of 9.29 crore, the film is showing a steady upward trend, especially with its 5th-day earnings of 1.35 crore, compared to 1.23 crore on Day 4. While it’s trailing behind *12th Fail* by about 0.56 crore at the same stage, its performance suggests that it could follow a similar box office trajectory to that of Vikrant Massey’s previous film.
The film’s theme, which deals with the politically charged Godhra tragedy, might attract a specific audience, potentially giving it legs for a longer run. This could mirror the growth pattern of 12th Fail, which, despite a modest start, managed to build momentum as its story resonated with viewers over time.
Here’s a quick comparison of their earnings:
Day-wise Comparison:
Day 1: 1.41 crore (The Sabarmati Report) vs. 1.10 crore (12th Fail)
Day 2: 2.18 crore vs. 2.50 crore
Day 3: 3.12 crore vs. 3.10 crore
Day 4: 1.23 crore vs. 1.50 crore
Day 5: 1.35 crore (estimated) vs. 1.65 crore
Total after 5 days:
The Sabarmati Report: 9.29 crore
12th Fail: 9.85 crore
The fact that The Sabarmati Report is showing growth even on weekdays, despite a competitive release landscape, is a good sign. If it can continue to build on this momentum and maintain its hold over the next few days, it might replicate the success of 12th Fail. However, its political nature could either limit or expand its audience depending on how it resonates with the viewers, which will determine if it can reach or even surpass the box office numbers of 12th Fail.
