Despite a slight dip in collections after the Republic Day weekend, ‘Sky Force’ is steadily climbing toward the ₹100 crore mark at the box office.
Akshay Kumar’s much-anticipated action drama, Sky Force, co-starring Veer Pahariya, has made an impressive start at the box office, crossing ₹75 crore in just five days. Though the movie faced a decline in business post-Republic Day weekend, it has shown remarkable resilience in maintaining its position among the top performers at the box office.
The film opened strong with ₹12.25 crore on day one, followed by a dramatic rise over the weekend, with day two collections reaching ₹22 crore and day three clocking in at ₹28 crore. It seemed clear that the holiday weekend played a significant role in boosting ticket sales. However, after the holiday excitement wore off, the film saw a slight drop, making ₹7 crore on Monday and ₹5.75 crore on Tuesday.
Strong Start and Post-Holiday Dip
The film’s impressive opening is largely attributed to its gripping subject matter, which has captivated audiences. Sky Force tells the story of India’s first major airstrike on Pakistan’s Sargodha airbase during the 1965 Indo-Pakistani air war—a riveting, action-packed historical narrative. Akshay Kumar’s star power, along with Veer Pahariya’s much-awaited debut, added to the film’s buzz. Despite these strong elements, the film witnessed a slowdown in revenue once the Republic Day festivities ended.
Here’s a breakdown of its early box office earnings:
- Day 1 (Opening Day): ₹12.25 crore
- Day 2 (Saturday): ₹22 crore
- Day 3 (Sunday): ₹28 crore
- Day 4 (Monday): ₹7 crore
- Day 5 (Tuesday): ₹5.75 crore
These figures bring the movie’s cumulative earnings to ₹75 crore, and it’s now inching closer to the ₹100 crore milestone. Even with a decline in business during the weekdays, the film is expected to bounce back in the upcoming weekends.
Plot, Performances, and Audience Reception
Directed by Abhishek Anil Kapur and Sandeep Kewlani, Sky Force has captured the attention of audiences with its thrilling depiction of historical events. The movie showcases India’s strategic aerial assault on Pakistan’s Sargodha airbase, marking the nation’s first lethal airstrike. The film’s screenplay, paired with gripping action sequences, has impressed both critics and viewers.
The performances are another highlight, especially Akshay Kumar’s commanding presence and Veer Pahariya’s fresh face in the industry. Sara Ali Khan and Nimrat Kaur also add weight to the supporting cast, giving Sky Force its all-star charm. The film’s high-octane action scenes, grounded in historical context, have made it a spectacle to watch on the big screen.
Looking Ahead: What’s Next for ‘Sky Force’?
While the film’s collections have dipped during the weekdays, there’s hope that the coming weekend will bring a revival in ticket sales. Sky Force has proven to be a solid hit with audiences who enjoy intense, patriotic action dramas based on real-life events.
Whether it hits the ₹100 crore mark soon depends largely on how well it performs in the next few days. If the momentum from its holiday weekend continues through the next week, Sky Force could very well become one of the biggest hits of 2025.
With positive reviews and the star power of Akshay Kumar, the movie is expected to have a strong showing through its second week, especially with no major competition on the horizon.
