The Diplomat’ Sees 80% Drop on First Monday, Earns Modest Day 4 Total

Quick Summary:

• The Diplomat, starring John Abraham and Sadia Khateeb, is a political thriller set against India-Pakistan relations.
• Released on March 14, 2025 (Holi), it was delayed by a week to capitalize on the festival holiday.
• In its first three days, the film collected rs 13.30 crore net in India despite minimal pre-release buzz.
• On its fourth day (Monday), collections dropped substantially by 80%, earning only Rs 1 crore as per early reports from Sacnilk.
• The Diplomat ranks as the fifth highest-grossing Hindi film of 2025 so far, behind Chhaava, Sky Force, Deva, and Emergency.
• Directed by Shivam Nair and featuring Kumud Mishra,Sharib Hashmi,Ashwath Bhatt,and Revathy in supporting roles,the story depicts Uzma Ahmed’s plight after being deceived into marriage in Pakistan and her rescue by Indian diplomat J.P. Singh.

Indian opinion Analysis:
While critically acclaimed political-themed films ofen struggle at commercial box offices due to their niche appeal-The Diplomat appears to have benefited primarily from a strategic Holi release window but faced steep challenges post-weekend with an 80% drop on Monday earnings. Its premise around India-Pakistan relations gives it topical significance but limited mass-market allure compared to routine blockbuster themes like action or worldwide family entertainers (Chhaava, or Sky Force).

Ranking fifth among Hindi films of the year reflects both moderate success within Bollywood’s unpredictable fiscal dynamics for mid-budget projects and highlights consistent audience interest in genres exploring geopolitics or diplomacy even amid fierce competition.

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