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Khalifa Day‑2 Box‑Office Slumps 57%, Marking Prithviraj Sukumaran’s Second Back‑to‑Back Flop of 2026
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🗓 22 Aug 2026, 10:38 PM
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The Malayalam film ‘Khalifa’ recorded a 57% drop in collections on its second day, confirming another box‑office setback for star Prithviraj Sukumaran in 2026.
The Malayalam action drama ‘Khalifa’ experienced a sharp decline in its box‑office earnings on the second day of release, with collections falling 57% compared to the opening day, according to data compiled by IMDb.
The downturn adds to a growing list of recent under‑performances for lead actor Prithviraj Sukumaran, marking his second consecutive film in 2026 that has failed to meet commercial expectations.
Industry analysts note that the steep drop may reflect mixed audience reception and stiff competition from other releases, but no official comment has been made by the film’s producers or the actor’s representatives.
The performance of ‘Khalifa’ underscores the unpredictable nature of the current market, where even established stars face challenges in drawing sustained footfall.
Further updates will follow as the film’s weekly figures are released and distributors assess the impact on theatre bookings across the country.
The downturn adds to a growing list of recent under‑performances for lead actor Prithviraj Sukumaran, marking his second consecutive film in 2026 that has failed to meet commercial expectations.
Industry analysts note that the steep drop may reflect mixed audience reception and stiff competition from other releases, but no official comment has been made by the film’s producers or the actor’s representatives.
The performance of ‘Khalifa’ underscores the unpredictable nature of the current market, where even established stars face challenges in drawing sustained footfall.
Further updates will follow as the film’s weekly figures are released and distributors assess the impact on theatre bookings across the country.