Balakrishna’s Akhanda 2: Thaandavam earned ₹22.5 crore on Day 1 and ₹15.5 crore on Day 2, taking its total to ₹46 crore in India. Despite the dip, the film is expected to cross the ₹50-crore mark by the weekend, driven by strong audience turnout in Telugu states.
Nandamuri Balakrishna’s much-anticipated action drama “Akhanda 2: Thaandavam” continues to make waves at the box office, even as collections saw their first dip on Day 2. The film, which opened to a thunderous response on Friday, is now inching closer to the ₹50-crore milestone in India.
Key Highlights
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Opening Day Success: The film collected an impressive ₹22.5 crore on Day 1, setting a strong tone for its weekend run.
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Day 2 Performance: Earnings dropped slightly to ₹15.5 crore on Saturday, bringing the two-day total to around ₹46 crore net in India.
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Occupancy Trends: Morning shows recorded lower turnout, but afternoon and evening screenings saw stronger occupancy, reflecting mixed audience response.
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Competition: Despite facing competition from other releases, Akhanda 2 has maintained momentum thanks to Balakrishna’s star power and high-octane action sequences.
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Audience Appeal: The film’s blend of mass entertainment, powerful dialogues, and Balakrishna’s larger-than-life presence continues to draw crowds, especially in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
While the slight dip on Day 2 signals a typical weekend trend, industry trackers expect Akhanda 2 to sustain strong collections through Sunday, potentially crossing the ₹50-crore mark by the end of its opening weekend.
Sources: Filmibeat, Livemint, Times of India