Pawan Kalyan’s much-awaited action entertainer Ustaad Bhagat Singh is facing a tough time at the box office. After an underwhelming opening, the film witnessed a significant drop on its second day. According to early estimates, the movie managed to earn just Rs 9.25 crore (net) on Day 2, which is a sharp decline compared to its Day 1 collection of Rs 34.75 crore (net).
With this, the film’s total domestic collection now stands at around Rs 44 crore (net), raising concerns about its long-term box office prospects.
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Poor Word of Mouth Impacts Growth
One of the major reasons behind the film’s slow performance is the mixed to negative response from audiences. Despite high expectations and strong pre-release buzz, the film has failed to impress viewers, which has directly impacted its footfall in theatres.
The ongoing Ugadi festive period could have boosted collections, but the weak word of mouth has overshadowed the advantage of the holiday season.
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Comparison With They Call Him OG
The performance of Ustaad Bhagat Singh looks even more disappointing when compared to Pawan Kalyan’s previous film They Call Him OG (2025).
- Day 1 Collection of OG: Rs 63.75 crore (excluding Rs 21 crore previews)
- Day 2 Collection of OG: Rs 17.85 crore
- Opening weekend trend: Around Rs 17 crore per day
In contrast, Ustaad Bhagat Singh has failed to maintain momentum, making it one of the weaker performers in the actor’s recent filmography.
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Dhurandhar 2 Dominates the Market
While Ustaad Bhagat Singh struggles, Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar: The Revenge is gaining strong traction at the box office. Positive reviews and strong audience reception have allowed the film to dominate not only Hindi markets but also make inroads into the Telugu belt.
This competition has further impacted the box office performance of Pawan Kalyan’s film.
Shows and Occupancy Report
On Day 2 (Friday, March 20), the film had over 3,400 shows across India.
- Around 1,000 shows were in Hyderabad alone
- Overall occupancy stood at approximately 43 percent
These numbers indicate a noticeable dip in audience interest compared to the opening day.
Can the Weekend Save the Film?
Despite the disappointing trend, the weekend still offers some hope for Ustaad Bhagat Singh. If the film manages to show growth on Saturday and Sunday, it could stabilize its run to some extent.
However, with strong competition and negative audience feedback, the road ahead looks challenging. The coming days will be crucial in determining whether the film can recover or continue its downward trend at the box office.
