Pushpa 2 In Its Third Week Dominates New Release Baby John On X Mas Day

Baby John, the Bollywood remake of Theri, has faced a dismal opening amidst the ongoing success of Pushpa 2: The Rule. Despite extensive promotions and a holiday release, the film's India opening is estimated at ₹10 crore, significantly lower than Pushpa 2's ₹20 crore on its 21st day.

The Hindi audience's preference for Pushpa 2 over Baby John, combined with mixed reviews, casts doubt on the latter's ability to reach ₹100 crore. To recover, Baby John necessitates a substantial weekend surge or consistent viewership for 10 days.

Pushpa 2's dominance persists, breaking records three weeks post-release. Its ₹20 crore collection on Christmas Day solidifies its blockbuster status. Industry experts suggest Baby John's performance may improve over the weekend with positive word-of-mouth.

Baby John's underwhelming opening raises concerns about its box office prospects. Will it manage to regain momentum? Can Pushpa 2's success be attributed to its engaging storyline or Allu Arjun's popularity? The Bollywood trade anxiously awaits the outcome.