Mon Feb 17 02:58:21 UTC 2025: ## Vicky Kaushal’s “Chhaava” Storms Past ₹100 Crore Mark in Just Two Days
**Mumbai, India** – Vicky Kaushal’s latest historical action film, “Chhaava,” has achieved phenomenal box office success, crossing the ₹100 crore mark worldwide in just its opening weekend. The film, a biopic of Maratha warrior king Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, saw a strong opening and maintained momentum through Saturday, achieving a global gross of ₹100 crore (approximately $12 million USD).
Domestically, “Chhaava” raked in a net of ₹68 crore (₹81.60 crore gross) in its first two days, while overseas collections exceeded $2 million (₹18-19 crore). This makes it only the second Hindi film of 2025 to surpass the ₹100 crore milestone, following Akshay Kumar’s “Sky Force,” and is poised to outpace its predecessor in the coming days.
The film’s exceptional performance is largely attributed to its popularity in Maharashtra, where Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj is a revered historical figure. Occupancy rates in the state are exceeding 70%, with some locations, particularly Pune, reporting a remarkable 97% occupancy for night shows. This high demand has led many theaters in Mumbai and Pune to add midnight screenings, and smaller towns are even scheduling 6 am and 1 am shows.
Directed by Laxman Utekar, “Chhaava” stars Vicky Kaushal as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj and Akshaye Khanna as Emperor Aurangzeb, alongside Rashmika Mandanna and Divya Dutta. While critical reviews have been mixed, with praise for the performances but criticism for the pacing, the film’s box office triumph is undeniable, marking a significant early win for Bollywood in 2025.
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