‘Baahubali: The Epic’ Sees Significant Monday Dip, Total Collection Nears ₹26 Crore

SS Rajamouli’s cinematic spectacle, ‘Baahubali: The Epic’, which brings together the two iconic films of the franchise in a remastered and re-edited version, experienced the typical sharp decline in box office collections on its first Monday, Day 4 of its release. Following a magnificent opening weekend, the film, starring Prabhas and Rana Daggubati, saw its collection drop considerably, yet it managed to cross an impressive cumulative mark of approximately ₹26 crore (net) in India.

The grand re-release, which hit theatres after strong Thursday premieres, capitalized on the extended weekend window. The day-wise collections illustrate a strong initial run before the inevitable weekday slide:

• Thursday (Premieres): ₹1.15 crore (Net)
• Friday (Day 1): ₹9.65 crore (Net)
• Saturday (Day 2): ₹7.25 crore (Net)
• Sunday (Day 3): ₹6.30 crore (Net)

The total domestic collection after the weekend stood at a formidable ₹24.35 crore (net), setting a new benchmark for a cinematic re-release in India.

Day 4 Collection: A Predictable Plunge

Monday’s earnings, Day 4 of the main release, were estimated to be around ₹1.65 crore (net) across all languages. This figure represents a considerable dip compared to the weekend haul, a standard phenomenon for most films transitioning from holiday/weekend footfalls to working weekdays.

The Weekend Marvel

Despite the Monday drop, the film’s overall performance remains a triumph for a re-release. The sheer nostalgia and the enhanced cinematic experience—a combined, trimmed runtime of the two blockbusters—drew massive crowds, particularly in the Telugu-speaking belt, where the franchise has an almost cult following. The overwhelming initial response demonstrates the enduring power and appeal of the ‘Baahubali’ brand. Globally, the film had already managed to cross ₹39.75 crore (Gross) over its first weekend, underscoring its continued international pull.

Sustaining Momentum

The focus now shifts to how the film will sustain its run throughout the rest of the week. While a sharp drop on the first Monday is an industry norm, the final tally for the first week will depend heavily on the collections from Tuesday to Thursday. Given the film’s strong audience connection and positive word-of-mouth, especially in the South Indian markets, trade analysts are keenly watching to see if it can maintain a respectable hold against competing new releases in various circuits.

The phenomenal performance of ‘Baahubali: The Epic’ in its opening phase solidifies its place as an unprecedented success story in the history of Indian film re-releases.