Adipurush (Hindi) has had an excellent opening nationwide, with some areas even challenging the numbers of Pathaan.
At the end of the day, there may be centers in Gujarat, Maharashtra, Bihar, and Odisha that perform as well as, or even better than, Pathaan.
When the film's trailer was released, it was expected to achieve a realistic target of 20 crore nett or more in a single day. However, it is surpassing these expectations easily, and it may even go beyond the conservative estimate of 30 crore nett.
The Mumbai circuit, which has seen lower numbers post-pandemic, is likely to outperform expectations with huge collections in Maharashtra and Gujarat. The circuit is set to achieve a double-digit number, and the question is how much higher it will go.
The film's appearance, resembling an animation film, might be a factor affecting its performance in larger centers. However, in other centers, the appeal of the Ramayana story is stronger.
In North India, where the hero's South Indian image could have impacted performance, the film is still performing well, thanks to the strong connection with the Ramayana.
The opening in Nizam/Andhra region is massive due to Prabhas' stardom, potentially becoming the second biggest opening after RRR. However, sustaining success in this circuit might be more challenging, as this type of film does not typically become a blockbuster here.
Additionally, the film's outperformance in Hindi markets is mainly in mass circuits, attracting a different audience compared to the Telugu markets.
A tremendous weekend is guaranteed for the film, ensuring its success. However, since it is a high-budget film, it needs to sustain well post-Monday to achieve HIT status.
