Mark Day 1 Collection: Kichcha Sudeep Cop Drama Hits the Bullseye

New Delhi, December 25, 2025: The much-awaited Kannada action-thriller Mark, starring Kichcha Sudeep, has officially hit theaters this Christmas, December 25, 2025. As fans flock to witness “Abhinaya Chakravarthy” back in a high-octane role, the Day 1 box office numbers suggest a promising start for this festive release.

Opening Day Numbers: A Strong Start

According to early trade estimates, Mark has recorded an impressive opening day, minting approximately ₹10–12 crore (India Net) across all languages. The film, which saw a massive release across Karnataka and significant screens in neighboring states, benefited heavily from the Christmas holiday and Sudeep’s immense pan-India following.

In its home territory of Karnataka, the movie witnessed occupancy rates soaring above 60% for morning and afternoon shows, with several single screens reporting “Housefull” boards for the evening and night slots.

Key Highlights of Day 1

• Advance Bookings: The film had already built significant momentum with over ₹2.5 crore in pre-sales.
• The Christmas Factor: Releasing on a public holiday provided a necessary cushion, helping the film overcome the “mid-week” release hurdle.
• Box Office Clash: Despite a major clash with the multi-starrer film 45 (featuring Shiva Rajkumar and Upendra), Mark managed to maintain a dominant share of the Sandalwood box office.

Audience and Critic Reactions

The early word-of-mouth for Mark is a blend of high-energy praise and some creative critiques. Fans have been raving about Kichcha Sudeep’s swag-filled introduction scene and the film’s sleek action choreography, directed by Vijay Karthikeyaa.

“Sudeep’s screen presence is the soul of the film. The interval block and the climax action sequences are world-class,” noted one viral review on social media.

However, some critics have pointed out that while the technical aspects and performances are top-notch, the “routine” nature of the screenplay feels familiar to those who have seen Sudeep’s previous outing, Max.

What’s Next for ‘Mark’?

The real test for the film begins tomorrow. Since Christmas fell on a Thursday this year, Mark has a rare four-day extende d weekend to capitalize on. If the film maintains its momentum through Friday, trade experts predict it could easily cross the ₹40 crore mark by Sunday evening.

The production houses, Kichcha Creatiions and Sathya Jyothi Films, have expressed gratitude to the fans for the overwhelming response. With the New Year weekend just around the corner, Mark is well-positioned to end 2025 on a high note for the Kannada film industry.