Lucky Bhaskar box office collection day 3
Dulquer Salmaan’s latest release, Lucky Bhaskar, directed by Venki Atluri, is proving to be a box-office success in the Telugu-speaking regions. Released on October 31, 2024, just in time for Diwali, this financial drama has become Dulquer’s highest-grossing opening in the region. Based on real events, the film is set in the 1980s and follows Bhaskar Kumar, a simple banker who unexpectedly achieves millionaire status. Dulquer’s portrayal of Bhaskar, alongside Meenakshi Chaudhary as his wife Sumathi and Rumki in a prominent role, has been well-received.
Impressive Opening Weekend
Lucky Bhaskar has drawn significant attention since its release, attracting both critical praise and strong box-office numbers. Reports suggest that on its first day, Thursday, the movie brought in approximately Rs 6.45 crore. By the second day, Friday, the collection grew by 5%, adding about Rs 6.76 crore, bringing the two-day total to around Rs 14.05 crore. This steady performance highlights the audience’s appreciation of the movie’s storyline and Dulquer’s role in it.
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Day 3 Box Office Updates
The strong momentum continued on Saturday (Day 3), with preliminary figures indicating that Lucky Bhaskar earned around Rs 4.17 crore by early evening. This does not yet include the night show figures, which are expected to further boost the film’s total earnings for the day. With this sustained performance, the movie has set a promising pace for its first weekend, ensuring its place as a Diwali hit.
Streaming Release on Netflix?
Reports indicate that the digital rights for Lucky Bhaskar have been acquired by Netflix, suggesting that fans who missed the theatrical release might be able to watch it from the comfort of their homes by December 2024. However, an official announcement on the streaming release is still awaited.
More About Dulquer Salmaan
In addition to Lucky Bhaskar, Dulquer’s recent release King of Kotha has also generated significant buzz. The action-packed entertainer performed solidly during its initial release, grossing a notable Rs 35.1 crore globally within the first week. This year has proven to be impactful for Dulquer, with his films showing steady box office success across different languages.
Overall, Lucky Bhaskar has not only expanded Dulquer Salmaan’s fan base in Telugu cinema but has also further cemented his reputation as a versatile and bankable actor.
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