Dhaakad, starring Kangana Ranaut, was released in theatres on May 20. The trailer promises a slick action thriller while attempting to provide something fresh. Unfortunately, the movie’s hype was little. It likewise obtained an ‘A’ rating, and it competed with Kartik Aaryan, Kiara Advani, and Tabu in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2. The comedy thriller garnered a lot of buzz and was a popular pick among audiences. As a result, Dhaakad’s shaky start was to be anticipated. It was hoped that once word of mouth started to spread, it would increase.
However, the industry was taken aback when it was revealed that Dhaakad had only made Rs. 50 lakhs on its first day. “The viewers were showing least interest in watching this movie Dhaakad,” a source informed. On Day 1, there were only a few people at the cinemas, according to reports. Due to a lack of audience, many concerts have been cancelled around the country. Furthermore, the word of mouth was quite negative. In the meanwhile, the viewers have loved Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2. As a consequence, it has progressed from strength to strength, whereas Dhaakad has received complete abandonment from the public.” The second day brought in around Rs. 50 lakhs.
“The movie had a limited distribution in single screens,” the insider continued. Many theatres pulled it on Saturday because it didn’t make sense to release the movie with less than 10-15 people in the massive single theatres. The shows were also curtailed to some extent by multiplexes. Because Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 is in high demand, there will be a significant reduction starting today (Sunday). As a result, its shows will be overtaken with those from Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2.”
Meanwhile, Mumbai’s renowned Maratha Mandir, which was screening the movie in only one showing, has stopped showing it as of Sunday. Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 has, without a doubt, taken over the spot. Dhaakad was shown over two days in the Gaiety-Galaxy multiplex, which has a seating capacity of roughly 1000 people. Dhaakad’s events were moved to Gemini on Sunday, which has a seating capacity of 230.