KKN Gurugram Desk | Bhool Chuk Maaf, starring Rajkummar Rao and Vamika Gabbi, had generated buzz prior to its release due to its intriguing time-loop concept and some associated controversies. After its trailer was received well, expectations were high for a strong box office opening.

Day 1 Box Office Collection in India

According to industry tracker Sacnilk, the film collected ₹6.75 crore on its opening day at the Indian box office. While this marks a decent start, it doesn’t qualify as a blockbuster opening.

Rajkummar Rao, known for his versatile performances, delivers a character similar to his previous roles like in Stree and Stree 2. While his Banarasi-boy charm resonates, the familiarity could also be a double-edged sword.

 Audience Response & City-wise Footfall

The film received mixed yet regionally strong responses. Here’s a breakdown:

• Chennai: Highest footfall at 71% despite just 14 shows – indicating strong interest in urban pockets.

• Jaipur: Footfall reached 32.75%

• Bengaluru: Managed to fill 25% of seats

These figures suggest that while the film struggled with mass penetration, metro audiences showed keen interest.

 Rajkummar Rao’s Day 1 Box Office Rankings

Bhool Chuk Maaf outperformed some of Rajkummar Rao’s earlier films in terms of Day 1 earnings:

Surpassed:

• Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video – ₹5.71 crore

Yet to surpass:

• Stree – ₹6.82 crore

• Mr. & Mrs. Mahi – ₹6.85 crore

• Stree 2 – ₹55.40 crore (massive opening due to franchise factor)

This puts Bhool Chuk Maaf in the mid-tier opening range, proving the pre-release buzz translated to footfalls but not on a large scale.

 Can It Sustain?

The key challenge for Bhool Chuk Maaf is word-of-mouth growth. While initial reception in select cities is promising, the film must maintain momentum over the weekend and into the weekdays.

Positive points:

• Strong urban reception

• Unique storyline

• Rajkummar’s fan base

Risks:

• Niche appeal due to concept

• Average start in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities

• Competition from upcoming releases

 Box Office Outlook

If footfalls grow in cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, and Kolkata over Saturday and Sunday, the film may cross ₹20 crore in its opening weekend. Monday will be crucial in determining its overall trajectory.

Bhool Chuk Maaf has made a decent impact on Day 1, but whether it becomes a success or fades out depends on how audiences react over the weekend. As of now, it’s a moderate opening with potential to grow.