Baby John Box Office Collection Day 1: Varun Dhawan's film falls short of Vijay's Theri, with the remake earning ₹12 crore on its opening day

Baby John Box Office Collection Day 1: Varun Dhawan's Film Falls Short of Vijay's 'Theri', Remake Earns ₹12 Crore on Opening Day

December 26, 2024 – Varun Dhawan's much-anticipated remake of the popular Tamil film Theri, titled Baby John, opened to mixed reactions at the box office on its first day. Despite the star power of Dhawan and the heavy promotional push, the film earned ₹12 crore on its opening day, falling short of the ₹15 crore mark set by Vijay's Theri during its debut.

The film, which follows the story of a protective father seeking justice, had high expectations, especially given the success of the original Tamil version. However, while Baby John managed to attract a solid crowd, it struggled to match the opening day numbers of Theri, which had garnered massive attention due to Vijay's popularity and the emotional appeal of the narrative.

Industry insiders attribute the underperformance to a variety of factors, including the lack of fresh appeal in the story, competition from other ongoing releases, and a divided reception of the film's action sequences. Additionally, critics noted that while Dhawan's performance was commendable, the film's pacing and screenplay seemed less engaging compared to the original.

Despite this, Baby John still holds potential for growth over the coming weeks. With word-of-mouth and potential positive reviews in the coming days, the film could maintain its momentum. However, it remains to be seen whether it can match or surpass the earnings of its predecessor Theri at the box office in the long run.

For now, fans are eagerly waiting for the upcoming festive period to boost ticket sales, as the competition in the market remains fierce with multiple big releases scheduled for release in the near future.