Krishnavataram Part 1: Hridhyam witnessed a massive 125 percent jump in collections on Saturday, earning approximately Rs. 2.25 crore at the Indian box office. Despite the impressive surge, the overall numbers remain modest for the ambitious mythological drama. Including paid previews, the film’s total collection now stands at around Rs. 3.65 crore nett.
Headlined by Siddharth Gupta alongside Sanskruti Jayana and Sushmitha Bhat, the film now needs another substantial jump on Sunday to build strong momentum. Early trends suggest a promising rise in occupancy, and the makers will hope the weekend closes on a high note.
Krishnavataram eyes Mahavatar Narsimha-like trend
Last year’s mythological animated hit Mahavatar Narsimha had started with Rs. 1.30 crore on opening day before witnessing explosive weekend growth. The film jumped nearly 150 percent on Day 2 and crossed Rs. 6 crore on Sunday, eventually emerging as a major success with a Hindi lifetime total of around Rs. 170 crore nett.
Krishnavataram Part 1: Hridhyam will be hoping to replicate a similar trajectory if strong word-of-mouth continues through the weekdays.
Day-wise box office collections
| Day | Collection |
|---|---|
| Previews | Rs. 40 lakh |
| Day 1 | Rs. 1 crore |
| Day 2 | Rs. 2.25 crore |
| Total | Rs. 3.65 crore |
For those unaware, Krishnavataram Part 1: Hridhyam is the opening chapter of a planned trilogy inspired by the life of Lord Krishna. The first installment focuses on Krishna’s emotional departure from Vrindavan and has received praise for its visuals, music, and performances. The film’s performance over Sunday and Monday is expected to play a crucial role in shaping its long-term box office run.