Akshay Kumar’s Sky Force Faces 77% Box Office Dip on Day 5
Akshay Kumar’s Sky Force Faces 77% Box Office Dip on Day 5
Akshay Kumar’s latest film, Sky Force, which marked a significant comeback for the actor after a string of box office flops, has experienced a substantial drop in its box office collections on its fifth day. Despite its strong opening and positive reviews, the film’s earnings saw a sharp decline, raising questions about its long-term box office performance.
Introduction
Sky Force, directed by Sandeep Kelwani and Abhishek Kapur, is an action drama based on the untold story of India’s first and deadliest airstrike during the 1965 India-Pakistan War. The film features Akshay Kumar and Veer Pahariya in key roles, along with Nimrat Kaur and Sara Ali Khan. After opening to double-digit collections on its first day, the film had shown promise, but its recent box office numbers tell a different story.
Key Takeaways
- Sharp Drop in Earnings: On its fifth day (Monday), Sky Force recorded a 77.68% drop in domestic earnings, collecting only Rs 6.25 crore compared to Rs 28 crore on Sunday.
- Strong Opening Weekend: Despite the drop, the film had a robust opening weekend, collecting over Rs 70 crore in India and Rs 92 crore globally within its first four days.
- Comparison to Recent Films: Sky Force has outperformed many of Akshay Kumar’s recent releases, such as Samrat Prithviraj, Ram Setu, and Selfiee, but still faces the challenge of sustaining its box office run.
- Budget and Long-Term Performance: The film, made on a budget of Rs 160 crore, needs to cross the Rs 150 crore mark to be considered a commercial success, a target it is yet to achieve.
Box Office Performance
Sky Force opened with a promising Rs 15.30 crore on its first day, which was a welcome relief for Akshay Kumar after a series of box office flops. The film saw significant growth over the weekend, with collections rising to Rs 26.30 crore on the second day and Rs 31.60 crore on the third day. However, the Monday blues hit hard, with the film’s earnings plummeting to Rs 6.25 crore.
The total domestic nett collection for Sky Force stands at around Rs 68.5 crore, with a worldwide gross of Rs 81 crore as of its fourth day. Producers Maddock Films have claimed slightly higher figures, but the overall trend indicates a need for the film to maintain strong legs at the box office to ensure its success.
Comparison with Other Releases
In comparison to Akshay Kumar’s other recent films, Sky Force has performed significantly better. Films like Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, Sarfira, and Khel Khel Mein failed to make a mark at the box office, while Sky Force has already surpassed their combined totals within just four days of its release.
However, the film still faces stiff competition from other movies currently in theaters, including Emergency and Azaad. The challenge for Sky Force is to sustain its audience interest and ensure a strong second weekend to secure its position as a successful outing for Akshay Kumar.
Future Outlook
As Sky Force navigates its first week, it is clear that while the initial response has been positive, the film’s long-term success is not yet guaranteed. The significant drop on Monday highlights the need for consistent box office performance throughout the week and into the second weekend. With its strong opening and positive reviews, Sky Force has the potential to be a turning point for Akshay Kumar’s recent box office drought, but it must continue to attract audiences to achieve commercial success.
