Pushpa 2: The Rule’s dominance at the box office shows no signs of slowing down even three weeks after its release. The Allu Arjun-starrer, which has broken many records since its debut, earned a solid Rs 20 crore today, further cementing its blockbuster status. Meanwhile, Baby John, a fresh release, is expected to earn between Rs 10-13 crore on its opening day, which is a good start.

Although the continued success of Pushpa 2 has been eclipsed, Baby John is succeeding in creating his own identityThe film, which has an entertaining story and a talented cast, is expected to make a business of Rs 10 crore on its first day. This is a promising start for a film released in Pushpa’s Shadow of a Giant 2,

Industry experts believe that if Baby John receives a positive response then the weekend may see an increase in its performance. Speaking exclusively to India Today Digital, trade expert Ramesh Bala said, “The response seems to be overall positive, although a section of the audience is pointing out some negatives. The general feeling is that it is a massive But it’s an entertainer – a true crowd pleaser.”

Trade expert Taran Adarsh ​​said, “It is a masala entertainer, completely targeted at the masses. It is one of those films that takes you back to the days when masala cinema was flourishing. Of course , It is an official adaptation of the Tamil film Theri.Which was released in 2016. However, there is not much newness in the story.”

He further added, “The strength of the film lies in its packaging, which appeals to the masses and that is its biggest attraction. That said, the film takes time to make. The first part is not that credible, but just a phenomenon. What changes the pace before the interval is excellent, and having said that, I believe it is for those who like action entertainment. One where you sit back and relax instead of overanalyzing Need to enjoy.”

Talking about the collections, Ramesh said, “Baby John is in the average to above-average range. Advance bookings were good. Mufasa led yesterday, followed by Baby John and then Pushpa 2. References to today’s current bookings I need to verify how things are progressing. Multiplexes are still giving a lot of space to Pushpa 2. That being said, multiplexes generally have enough screens to balance the allocation.

“Mufasa, Baby John and Pushpa are all competing for screen space, but there is limited capacity this Friday due to other regional releases – Kannada, Malayalam and Tamil films. Outside the South, these three films dominate, And screenings are not happening. Due to running at full capacity, smaller films are finding it difficult to get screens for single releases, however, things should balance out as the holiday season continues till the New Year,” the trade expert said. Said.

Taran Adarsh ​​said, “The film is facing tough competition from Pushpa 2, which is still running successfully. Although Pushpa 2 has seen a decline in screens, it is the first film to reach audiences in metro cities and multiplexes. The choice remains. Then there’s Mufasa and Baby John.” “While it is ranked third in preference, advance booking numbers were not very good, especially in larger centres, which has affected its initial momentum.”

So, what will the collection be? “It’s a bit early to say. Right now, we still have evening and night shows. Based on current trends, Baby John should ideally collect Rs 13-14 crore on its first day. It could go up to Rs 15 crore. may reach. But we have to see how the spot bookings perform, meanwhile in Hindi, Pushpa is expected to earn over Rs 20 crore in its third week too, which is phenomenal,” quipped Taran. .

When asked if Pushpa 2 would continue its dominance, Ramesh Bala said, “For a film that released three weeks ago, Pushpa is doing remarkably well. It is in line with new releases like Mufasa and Baby John. It is about comparing the performance. Talking about the collections, Pushpa 2 has earned Rs 20 crores today, while Baby John will be able to collect around Rs 10 crores on the first day.

“A powerful opponent like Pushpa 2, which refuses to slow down, affects the performance of a new release. However, the good thing is that it is a long weekend due to the Christmas and New Year holiday period. Wednesday ( Today) till Sunday, there is ample opportunity for the audience to watch Baby John, plus, there are no big releases in the first week of January, so there is a clear possibility of the film doing well,” said Taran Adarsh.

Baby John, directed by Calleez, was released on 25 December. The film stars Varun Dhawan, Keerthy Suresh and Wamiqa Gabbi in lead roles.