Farhan Akhtar’s 120 Bahadur showed some improvement over its first weekend, picking up momentum after a modest opening on Friday. The war drama released on October 21 and has managed to cross the ₹10 crore mark in its first three days, driven largely by positive word of mouth.
Decent Growth After a Low Start
120 Bahadur opened at ₹2.25 crore on Day 1 (Friday), a slow beginning for a patriotic action-drama.
However, the film performed better across Saturday and Sunday:
- Day 2 (Saturday): ₹3.85 crore
- Day 3 (Sunday): ₹4 crore
This brings the film’s total to ₹10.10 crore over the opening weekend.
Word of Mouth Helps, But Bigger Push Was Needed
The jump on Saturday and Sunday reflects audience appreciation for the film’s emotional themes and real-life inspiration. But industry trackers note that for a war drama, a stronger opening day is crucial. Even with the weekend rise, the film needed a sharper spike to offset its slow Friday start.
While viewers praised the intent and sincerity, the film’s limited star pull and moderate scale affected its overall reach.
Final Words
120 Bahadur has shown respectable weekend growth, crossing the ₹10 crore mark despite a low opening. But with weekdays ahead, sustaining momentum will be key. If the film continues to benefit from positive word of mouth, it could still build a stable total — though the climb remains challenging.
