The Sabarmati Report, a 2024 Hindi-language political drama, has managed to spring a pleasant surprise at the box office despite facing initial challenges and lukewarm critical reception. The film, based on the Godhra train burning incident, was released on 15 November 2024, and its performance in the opening week has exceeded expectations, signalling the potential for a strong run in the weeks ahead.
Week 1 Box Office Performance
The first-week numbers may not be massive, but the consistent daily earnings, particularly on weekdays, indicate audience engagement. Here’s a breakdown of its Day-wise collections in India:
- Friday: ₹1.41 crore
- Saturday: ₹2.18 crore
- Sunday: ₹3.12 crore
- Monday: ₹1.23 crore
- Tuesday: ₹1.37 crore
- Wednesday: ₹1.60 crore
- Thursday: ₹1.25 crore
Total Week 1 Collection: ₹12.16 crore (India Nett Box Office).
Comparatively, The Sabarmati Report has performed nearly on par with Vikrant Massey’s previous film, 12th Fail, which earned ₹13 crore in its opening week. This consistency, especially during weekdays, reflects positive word-of-mouth that could lead to stronger collections in its second weekend.
The Golden Window of Opportunity
With no major releases scheduled until the highly anticipated Pushpa 2 hits theatres on 5 December 2024, The Sabarmati Report has a two-week window to strengthen its box office position. Such an opportunity is rare, and if the film continues its steady trend, it can significantly boost its lifetime total.
Directed by Dheeraj Sarna after replacing Ranjan Chandel, The Sabarmati Report features a stellar cast, including Vikrant Massey, Raashii Khanna, and Riddhi Dogra. The story, written by Aseem Arrora, explores the tragic events surrounding the Sabarmati Express train burning in 2002. Jointly produced by Balaji Motion Pictures and Vikir Films Production, and distributed by Zee Studios, the film navigated multiple production hurdles and delays before its theatrical release.
