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Kareena Kapoor‑Prithviraj Starrer ‘Daayra’ Registers Sluggish Day‑One Box Office
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🗓 19 Sep 2026, 08:36 AM
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The newly released drama ‘Daayra’, starring Kareena Kapoor and Prithviraj, posted a modest opening day collection, indicating a slow start at Indian cinemas.
Mumbai – The much‑anticipated film ‘Daayra’, headlined by veteran actors Kareena Kapoor and Prithviraj, opened to a tepid response on its first day of release across India. Early reports from trade analysts suggest that the movie’s earnings fell short of typical opening figures for star‑driven projects, reflecting limited audience turnout.
The film, which blends social drama with personal narratives, was expected to draw sizable crowds given the combined fan bases of its leads. However, cinema owners in major metros reported lower-than‑expected footfall, with several screens showing reduced occupancy throughout the day.
Industry observers attribute the subdued performance to a crowded release calendar and mixed pre‑release buzz. While ‘Daayra’ continues to run in multiplexes and single‑screen theatres, its producers have not disclosed exact revenue numbers, leaving the box‑office trajectory uncertain for the coming days.
Despite the slow start, the film’s creative team remains optimistic, citing positive early audience feedback on its storytelling and performances. The next few days will be crucial in determining whether word‑of‑mouth can boost ticket sales.
The film, which blends social drama with personal narratives, was expected to draw sizable crowds given the combined fan bases of its leads. However, cinema owners in major metros reported lower-than‑expected footfall, with several screens showing reduced occupancy throughout the day.
Industry observers attribute the subdued performance to a crowded release calendar and mixed pre‑release buzz. While ‘Daayra’ continues to run in multiplexes and single‑screen theatres, its producers have not disclosed exact revenue numbers, leaving the box‑office trajectory uncertain for the coming days.
Despite the slow start, the film’s creative team remains optimistic, citing positive early audience feedback on its storytelling and performances. The next few days will be crucial in determining whether word‑of‑mouth can boost ticket sales.