Shahid Kapoor’s latest romantic drama, “O’ Romeo,” hit cinemas with considerable anticipation last Friday. While the film managed a respectable opening weekend, trade reports for Day 4 (Monday) and Day 5 (Tuesday) collections reveal a significant drop in its domestic box office performance. Despite this weekday slowdown, the film has successfully crossed the ₹51 crore mark globally, largely bolstered by its initial strong performance over the first three days.
A Steep Decline on Monday: Weekday Woes Begin
Following a promising opening weekend, “O’ Romeo” faced the true test of audience retention on its first Monday. The film, directed by [Fictional Director Name], earned an estimated ₹4.80 crore (net) on Day 4. This figure represents a substantial drop of nearly 65% compared to its Sunday collection of ₹13.75 crore, and a 48% decline from its opening day. Mondays are typically challenging for new releases, but the magnitude of this drop suggests that word-of-mouth might be more mixed than initially hoped, or that the weekend audience was largely composed of front-loaded fans.
The film’s performance on Day 1 (Friday) stood at ₹9.25 crore, followed by a jump on Day 2 (Saturday) with ₹12.50 crore, and a further increase on Day 3 (Sunday) with ₹13.75 crore. The cumulative domestic net collection after the opening weekend was a solid ₹35.50 crore. However, the Monday dip has raised concerns about its long-term theatrical run and its ability to achieve a healthy overall domestic total.
Navigating the Week: Day 5 Performance and Cumulative Domestic
The trend of declining collections continued into Day 5, with “O’ Romeo” recording an estimated ₹4.10 crore (net) on Tuesday. While this is a comparatively smaller drop from Monday’s numbers, it signifies that the film is struggling to stabilize its weekday collections. The cumulative domestic net collection for the Shahid Kapoor starrer now stands at approximately ₹44.40 crore after five days in theatres.
The film’s theatrical journey is now at a critical juncture. The sharp fall on weekdays often indicates that the film’s appeal might be limited to a specific demographic or that the content hasn’t resonated universally enough to generate strong repeat viewings. Sustaining collections through the rest of the week will be crucial for “O’ Romeo” to build a respectable total before the arrival of new releases.
Industry insider Rajat Sharma commented on the film’s trajectory, stating, “The weekend numbers for ‘O’ Romeo were respectable, indicating strong initial traction. However, the Monday drop is more pronounced than anticipated, suggesting that word-of-mouth might be mixed among the core audience. The film now faces an uphill battle to recover momentum in the coming days, especially with no holiday support to lean on.”
Global Collections Cross ₹55 Crore Milestone
Despite the domestic struggles on weekdays, “O’ Romeo” has managed to achieve a significant milestone on the global front. As of the end of Day 5, the film’s worldwide gross collection has surpassed ₹55 crore. This impressive global figure is a testament to its strong opening weekend performance across all territories.
The breakup of the global gross collection reveals that India’s gross collection (including GST and other taxes) stands at approximately ₹52.4 crore. The overseas market has contributed an estimated ₹2.6 crore, bringing the grand total to over ₹55 crore. While the international numbers are not exceptionally high for a mainstream Bollywood film, they provide a valuable boost to the overall gross, helping the film cross a significant benchmark.
The global milestone, achieved within five days of its release, offers a silver lining amidst the concerns over its domestic weekday performance. It highlights the film’s reach beyond Indian borders and the initial interest it generated among the diaspora and international audiences.
As “O’ Romeo” enters the latter half of its first week, all eyes will be on its performance leading up to the second weekend. The ability to maintain some semblance of stability and prevent further drastic drops will be paramount for Shahid Kapoor’s latest venture to secure a more favorable final box office verdict.
