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Lokesh Kanagaraj’s ‘DC’ opens with Rs 4.10 crore on Day 1
Lokesh Kanagaraj's debut lead role film 'DC', directed by Arun Matheswaran, earned Rs 4.10 crore net in India on its opening day, according to Sacnilk estimates. The Tamil version contributed Rs 2.60…
The Story in Brief
Lokesh Kanagaraj's debut lead role film 'DC', directed by Arun Matheswaran, earned Rs 4.10 crore net in India on its opening day, according to Sacnilk estimates. The Tamil version contributed Rs 2.60 crore with 45.57% occupancy, while the Telugu version added Rs 1.25 crore. The worldwide gross stands at Rs 5.70 crore including Rs 1 crore from overseas.
Regional gross collections show Tamil Nadu leading with Rs 2 crore, followed by Andhra Pradesh and Telangana at Rs 1.40 crore. Early reactions on X praise the action and performances, though some viewers note writing flaws and a repetitive second half.
The Indian Opinion
The early buzz around 'DC' risks inflating expectations based on opening-day numbers alone. While Rs 4.10 crore is respectable for a non-mass film, the hero's star pull is untested. Glowing social media reactions often mask weak legs. The real test will be the weekend hold and Monday trend. Can word-of-mouth overcome the reported writing gaps and drive sustained footfalls?
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
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