Kannada superstar Darshan's latest action-drama, 'The Devil', has maintained a strong hold at the box office, successfully weathering a typical Friday drop to register a formidable total collection. The film, which opened to massive fan support, has officially crossed the ₹17 crore mark in its first two days (India Net).
After a blistering opening day that saw the film rake in an impressive ₹13.5 crore (as claimed by the team, or an estimated ₹10 crore as per trade sources), 'The Devil' entered its second day on Friday, December 12.
Day 2 Hold Stabilizes Total Collection
Trade reports indicate that 'The Devil' collected an estimated ₹3.5 crore (India Net) on its second day. While this represents a drop from the mammoth opening day, the collection is considered a steady performance for a working Friday, especially following the unprecedented fan-driven momentum of its release.
With the Day 2 earnings now accounted for, the total domestic net collection for the Darshan-starrer stands approximately at ₹17 crore.
The strong two-day collection is a massive win for the film's makers, especially considering the film's reportedly controlled budget of around ₹20 crore. By recovering a significant portion of its budget in just two days, 'The Devil' is firmly placed in the safe zone and is now positioned to aim for the 'Hit' verdict with a successful weekend run.
Weekend Momentum Expected
The film, which features Darshan in a dual role and is directed by Prakash, has received a mixed response from critics but has been wholeheartedly embraced by the actor's loyal fanbase, known as the 'D-Company'. Audience occupancy remained healthy on Friday, particularly in evening and night shows across key regions of Karnataka.
With the crucial first weekend (Saturday and Sunday) now underway, the film is expected to witness substantial growth, pushing its total collection much higher and proving the unchallenged star power of Darshan.
