Varun Dhawan’s latest action thriller, Baby John, has faced a challenging week at the box office since its release on December 25, 2024. Despite high expectations and a star-studded cast, the film has struggled to gain traction, earning only ₹32.65 crore in its first week.
Overview of Baby John’s Performance
Baby John, directed by Kalees, is an adaptation of Atlee’s 2016 Tamil hit Theri. The film features Varun Dhawan in the titular role, alongside Keerthy Suresh and Wamiqa Gabbi as the lead actresses. Jackie Shroff plays the main antagonist, with a special cameo by Salman Khan in the post-climax scene.
According to early estimates from box office tracking portal Sacnilk, Baby John managed to earn ₹2.15 crore on its seventh day, bringing its total collection to ₹32.65 crore net in India.
Day-wise Box Office Collection
- Day 1 (December 25): ₹11.25 crore
- Day 2 (December 26): ₹4.75 crore
- Day 3 (December 27): ₹3.65 crore
- Day 4 (December 28): ₹4.25 crore
- Day 5 (December 29): ₹5.00 crore
- Day 6 (December 30): ₹1.85 crore
- Day 7 (December 31): ₹2.15 crore
Challenges Faced at the Box Office
Despite a strong opening day collection of ₹11.25 crore, Baby John experienced a significant drop in earnings over the following days, particularly on weekdays when collections fell sharply. The film’s performance has been overshadowed by competing releases such as Pushpa 2, which continues to dominate the box office.
The casting of Baby John
The film features a talented ensemble cast, including:
- Varun Dhawan as Baby John
- Keerthy Suresh as John’s wife
- Wamiqa Gabbi in a pivotal role
- Jackie Shroff as the main villain
- Salman Khan in a special cameo
- Additional roles played by Rajpal Yadav and others.
Reviews and Ratings
Baby John has received mixed reviews from critics and audiences alike:
- IMDb: ★★★☆☆ (5.5/10)
- Rotten Tomatoes: Audience score around 60%, with viewers praising Varun Dhawan’s performance but critiquing the film’s pacing and storyline.
Conclusion
As Baby John navigates through its second week, it faces an uphill battle to recover from its lackluster performance at the box office. With fierce competition and audience preferences shifting towards other blockbusters, the film will need significant boosts in viewership to improve its overall standing.
Disclaimer
Box office figures are subject to change as new data comes in; the numbers presented are estimates based on current tracking reports as of January 1, 2025. Please refer to official sources for the most accurate updates on collections.
