The highly anticipated Disney film Mufasa: The Lion King, directed by Barry Jenkins, has taken the box office by storm. Released alongside several other films, Mufasa has soared to the top, earning a whopping Rs 41.25 crore in just three days. The film, featuring Shahrukh Khan’s voice for the iconic character Mufasa in the Hindi version, has captivated audiences across languages.
Adding to the excitement, Shahrukh’s sons Aryan and Abram Khan also lent their voices, making the Hindi version a fan favorite. While the English version performed well, the Hindi version has emerged as the highest-grossing among all language adaptations.
Mufasa Leaves Competitors Far Behind
Despite stiff competition from multiple releases, Mufasa has managed to leave its rivals in the dust. On its third day alone, the film earned an impressive Rs 18.75 crore (estimated), reflecting its massive popularity among audiences. The inclusion of Mahesh Babu’s voice for the Tamil version has further boosted its appeal in the southern markets.
Vijay Sethupathi’s Viduthalai 2 Sees Strong Performance
Among the other releases, South superstar Vijay Sethupathi’s Viduthalai 2 has managed to hold its ground. The film collected Rs 7.60 crore (estimated) on its third day, bringing its total earnings to Rs 22.80 crore. With consistent earnings since its opening day, the movie has been well-received in the Tamil Nadu region and beyond.
Kannada Film UI Maintains Steady Growth
The Kannada film UI (2024) has shown steady growth at the box office. On its third day, it earned Rs 5.75 crore (estimated), taking its total collection to Rs 18.30 crore. Despite stiff competition, the film has managed to attract a decent audience.
Nana Patekar’s Vanvas Struggles to Find Footing
The Nana Patekar and Utkarsh Sharma starrer Vanvas had a slow start, earning just Rs 6 lakh on its opening day. However, the film showed slight improvement over the weekend, collecting Rs 1.30 crore (estimated) on its third day. Its total earnings now stand at Rs 2.85 crore. Despite the jump in collections, Vanvas has a long way to go to recover its production costs.
Malayalam Film Marco Gains Momentum
In contrast to Vanvas, the Malayalam film Marco has performed relatively well. On its third day, it earned Rs 5.25 crore (estimated), bringing its total to Rs 14.20 crore. The film’s gripping storyline and strong performances have helped it gain traction at the box office.
Box Office Highlights
- Mufasa: The Lion King: Rs 41.25 crore in three days (Rs 18.75 crore on Day 3).
- Viduthalai 2: Rs 22.80 crore total (Rs 7.60 crore on Day 3).
- UI (2024): Rs 18.30 crore total (Rs 5.75 crore on Day 3).
- Marco: Rs 14.20 crore total (Rs 5.25 crore on Day 3).
- Vanvas: Rs 2.85 crore total (Rs 1.30 crore on Day 3).
Shahrukh Khan’s Mufasa: The Lion King continues to lead the pack, setting the stage for an impressive box office run. With strong audience support and stellar performances, the film’s dominance is expected to grow in the coming days.
