Amitabh Bachchan and Deepika Padukone star power, Kalki initial box office expectations had been low. Experts calculate that it will open for around Rs 15 crore.
However, Kalki has far surpassed expectations in the North, possibly establishing a record for 2024. While Hrithik Roshan’s Fighter currently holds the top spot for Hindi openings this year, there are reports suggesting Kalki might surpass it.
What’s intriguing is that Kalki is performing better than Fighter in key Hindi markets like East Punjab and West Bengal. What renders this feat even more remarkable is that Kalki created this buzz without extensive advertising or bright promotions prior to its release. This shows that Hindi audiences are genuinely excited about its scope and skilled cast.
Prabhas popularity also contributed significantly to the development of a strong relationship with Hindi-speaking audiences. Kalki is on monitor to have the biggest opening weekend of any Indian film across all major Hindi markets, demonstrating the growing influence of South Indian and Telugu cinema in the North. While Kalki is currently enjoying success in the Telugu and Kannada markets, its recent success in the Hindi market has strengthened its overall performance in the North American market.