Ram Charan’s Game Changer and Sonu Sood’s directorial debut Fateh have been battling it out at the box office. While both films started their theatrical journeys with varying expectations, their performances have taken significantly different paths by Day 14. Here’s a detailed comparison of the two movies’ collections and trajectories.
Game Changer: Sluggish Second Week!
Ram Charan and Kiara Advani’s Game Changer has witnessed a steep decline since its strong opening. Directed by S. Shankar and made on a hefty budget of Rs. 450 crore, the film has so far collected Rs. 128.85 crore net in India.
- Opening Day Success: The film earned over Rs. 50 crore on Day 1 but faced consistent drops in subsequent days.
- Week 1 Total: Rs. 124.45 crore
- Day 14 Collection: Rs. 0.75 crore net (early estimates), marking a slight dip from Rs. 0.8 crore on Day 13.
Despite mixed reviews, the high-budget Telugu-language film is banking on its upcoming OTT release on Amazon Prime Video, reportedly set for February 14, to recover some ground.
Fateh: Sonu Sood’s Debut Struggles To Gain Momentum
On the other hand, Fateh, an action drama featuring Sonu Sood, Jacqueline Fernandez, and Naseeruddin Shah, has struggled to create a significant impact. Directed and written by Sonu Sood, the film centers on tackling cybercrime but has garnered underwhelming numbers.
- Opening Weekend: Rs. 6.75 crore
- Week 1 Total: Rs. 11.1 crore
- Day 14 Collection: Rs. 0.11 crore net (early estimates), showing a sharp drop from its modest Rs. 0.15 crore on Day 13.
With a total collection of Rs. 12.86 crore in 14 days, the film’s low performance indicates its failure to connect with a wider audience despite a star-studded cast.
Contrasting Fortunes
While Game Changer has struggled to maintain its momentum post its massive opening, it still commands a significant lead over Fateh due to its initial success and the star power of Ram Charan. On the other hand, Fateh has failed to meet expectations, making it an underwhelming debut for Sonu Sood as a director.
As both films approach the end of their theatrical runs, the audience’s attention now shifts to their OTT releases, which might offer a second chance to both movies.
