Varun Dhawan and Keerthy Suresh’s movie, Baby John, has unfortunately become one of the biggest disappointments in Bollywood for 2024. This action thriller, which had a significant budget, has suffered from largely negative reviews, severely impacting its performance at the box office. As its theatrical run nears its end, it’s clear that Baby John is officially a flop. Let’s delve into the latest updates on its box office collection.
Varun Dhawan in Baby John Movie, Box Office Performance Update
Released on December 25, 2024, Baby John is directed by Kalees and is an official remake of Atlee’s 2016 Tamil hit, Theri, which starred Samantha and Thalapathy Vijay. Expectations were high for the Hindi adaptation to replicate the success of the original, but the reality at the box office has been quite different.
Baby John’s Final Box Office Earnings
After 16 days in theaters, Baby John’s net earnings amounted to approximately ₹39.28 crores. Updates for the subsequent two days have been minimal, indicating negligible collections. Facing strong competition from other releases, the action thriller has been largely removed from cinemas. Showtimes have been significantly reduced, even in major metropolitan areas like Mumbai, Delhi, and Chandigarh.
Currently, moviegoers have numerous alternatives at their disposal. Films like Pushpa 2 and Mufasa: The Lion King are still drawing audiences. Additionally, new releases such as Game Changer and Fateh premiered last Friday. South Indian films, including Marco, are also finding viewership in Hindi-speaking regions. Even the re-release of Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani is generating notable ticket sales. While Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai re-release and Sonic The Hedgehog 3 are also available, their performance has been lackluster.
Considering its current trajectory, Baby John is unlikely to reach the ₹40 crore mark as its theatrical run is practically over.
Baby John: A Certified Box Office Flop
Produced on a substantial budget of ₹160 crores, encompassing production, promotions, and advertising, Baby John has only managed to recover about 24.55% of its investment. This stark reality positions it as one of the most significant Bollywood flops of 2024. The estimated loss for the producers is around ₹120.72 crores.
Note: Box office figures are estimates based on various sources and have not been independently verified.
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