Yami Gautam’s latest movie, ‘Article 370,’ is making waves at the box office, experiencing a significant surge in earnings on its third day, surpassing the Rs 20 crore mark for its first weekend collection. The political drama, directed by Aditya Suhas Jambhale, explores the events surrounding the 2019 abrogation of Article 370, which granted special status to Jammu & Kashmir.
The film opened with a promising start, raking in Rs 5.9 crore on the first day and further escalating to Rs 7.4 crore on Saturday. Fueled by positive reviews and a buzz on social media, ‘Article 370’ witnessed a remarkable 25% growth in ticket sales on Sunday, achieving its highest collection since its release. The movie has now amassed an estimated total of Rs 23 crore at the Indian box office, leaving the industry eager to observe its performance on Monday.
Despite being labeled as a divisive political film, ‘Article 370’ earned Rs 7.5 crore on Saturday, bringing its total domestic earnings to Rs 13.4 crore. According to industry tracker Sacnilk, the film maintained an overall Hindi occupancy rate of 26.58% on Saturday, with the highest attendance during evening screenings reaching 44.39%.
Comparisons with ‘The Kashmir Files’ highlight ‘Article 370’s’ impressive performance in its first two days. The former earned Rs 12.05 crore during the same timeframe in 2022, emphasizing the current film’s positive trajectory.
Director Aditya Suhas Jambhale’s political thriller provides a nuanced perspective on the events leading to the abrogation of Article 370, with Yami Gautam portraying a National Investigation Agency intel officer. Her character played a crucial role in maintaining peace in the Valley. Yami Gautam, acknowledging the responsibility of portraying a real-life story on celluloid, expressed her commitment to providing an in-depth portrayal of how intelligence and politics collaboratively shape crucial decisions that alter a nation’s course.
In her words, “Article 370 is a bold chapter of India’s history. A political-action-drama inspired by true events, which will show an in-depth portrayal of how intelligence and politics work hand in hand to take some of the most important decisions that change the course for a nation.”
As ‘Article 370’ continues its successful run at the box office, audiences are captivated by the compelling narrative and stellar performances, making it a must-watch in the current cinematic landscape.
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