The highly anticipated aerial action film, Sky Force, starring Akshay Kumar and debutant Veer Pahariya, has seen an unexpected surge in box office numbers after a slow start. As the movie wraps up its opening weekend, its strong growth has exceeded expectations, giving it the potential to continue climbing the ranks.
Solid Weekend Growth Sets the Stage for Sky Force’s Success
Sky Force had a rocky start, earning ₹12.25 crore on its opening day, which was underwhelming given the buzz surrounding the film. However, the weekend saw a remarkable turn of events. Saturday’s collection saw a stunning 80% increase, raking in ₹22 crore. Sunday’s performance was just as impressive, with the film adding ₹27.50 crore to its total, closing the first weekend with a robust ₹61.75 crore. This domestic nett haul is much higher than anticipated, and some reports even suggest that the final weekend figure could approach ₹70 crore due to claims from the film’s makers that the total earnings on Friday and Saturday combined already surpassed ₹40 crore.
The positive response from audiences and glowing reviews from critics seem to have fueled this growth, hinting at a promising future for the film if it can manage to keep the momentum going. The true test, however, will come on Monday, as the film’s performance during the weekdays will be crucial to its long-term success. If it can avoid a significant drop in ticket sales, Sky Force could be in for a healthy run at the box office.
Overseas Performance Mirrors Domestic Growth
While the film has garnered impressive numbers in India, Sky Force has also performed decently overseas. In its first two days, the film grossed $600K internationally, which has contributed over ₹5 crore to its total earnings. That being said, it is expected that the film’s primary market will remain India, where Akshay Kumar’s star power tends to draw in larger audiences.
The combination of strong word of mouth and enthusiastic critical reception seems to be the driving force behind Sky Force’s growth. If the film manages to hold steady in the coming days, it may end up exceeding initial expectations and securing a successful box office run.
Behind the Scenes of Sky Force
Directed by Abhishek Anil Kapur and Sandeep Kewlani, Sky Force is loosely based on the historical Sargodha airbase attack, which occurred during the 1965 Indo-Pakistani war. The film features Akshay Kumar and Veer Pahariya as Indian Air Force officers and also stars Sara Ali Khan and Sharad Kelkar in pivotal roles. The movie also includes a cameo appearance by Nimrat Kaur, further elevating the film’s star-studded appeal.
The gripping narrative, coupled with stellar performances, has undoubtedly contributed to the film’s positive reception. While the film is still in its early days at the box office, its successful weekend has set a promising foundation. As the movie enters its second week, industry insiders are eagerly watching to see if Sky Force can continue to soar or if it will face the usual mid-week slump that many films experience.
