Ranbir Kapoor’s upcoming crime saga, Animal, is creating waves in the world of Hindi cinema even before its release, as it heads towards one of the biggest pre-sale records in history. With over 2 lakh tickets already sold and two days to go, the epic film is on track to sell between 4 to 5 lakh tickets in major national cinema chains, positioning it among the top advance sellers ever.
Industry insiders estimate that Animal has amassed nearly Rs 14 crore in ticket sales for its opening day alone. The film is garnering significant interest from the Hindi-speaking audience, contributing to the majority of ticket sales. Surprisingly, it’s also creating a buzz in the Telugu-speaking belt, generating over Rs 5 crore in sales. This unusual traction for a primarily Hindi film suggests the combined star power of director Sandeep Reddy Vanga and actress Rashmika Mandanna.
While Ranbir Kapoor’s last few films had mixed results at the box office, Animal is poised to break records. Projections indicate a staggering opening day collection of Rs 50 crore, surpassing Salman Khan’s recent release, Tiger 3, which earned Rs 44 crore on its debut in India.
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This pre-release frenzy also poses a formidable challenge for Meghna Gulzar’s Sam Bahadur, starring Vicky Kaushal. With ticket sales amounting to Rs 1.25 crore so far, Sam Bahadur is expected to face tough competition from the Animal tsunami at the box office. As anticipation reaches a fever pitch, Animal appears set to make history, marking a triumphant return for Ranbir Kapoor on the big screen.