Jaat Box Office Day 1: Sunny Deol's Film Roars on Social Media, But Struggles at the Box Office with ₹9.5 Crore Opening

Mumbai, April 11 Sunny Deol’s much-anticipated action film Jaat has finally hit theaters, marking his return to the big screen nearly 18 months after the blockbuster Gadar 2. While the film has ignited social media with viral dance videos, fan frenzy, and largely positive reviews from critics and influencers alike, its opening day box office numbers tell a more restrained story.

Massive Hype Online, Modest Start in Cinemas

Despite high expectations and enthusiastic fan response online, Jaat opened with ₹9.5 crore at the domestic box office on Day 1, according to early estimates from Sacnilk. The film, though well-received by audiences on digital platforms, failed to outperform recent releases like Sikandar (₹26 crore), Skyforce (₹12.25 crore), or the historic Chhava (₹31 crore on opening day).

The discrepancy between social buzz and ticket sales suggests the film may be relying more on word-of-mouth for long-term success.

Star Cast, Budget & South India Push

Directed by Gopichand Malineni and produced by the team behind Pushpa, Jaat features an ensemble cast including South stars Ramya Krishnan and Jagapathi Babu, alongside Ranveer Hooda, Vineet Kumar Singh, and Saiyami Kher. The makers reportedly allocated a ₹100 crore budget, aiming to bridge North and South Indian audiences.

While Sunny Deol’s presence and nostalgic appeal after Gadar 2 drew attention, it remains to be seen if Jaat can pick up momentum over the weekend.

Can Word-of-Mouth Boost Weekend Numbers?

The film’s storyline, action sequences, and pan-India cast have been praised by early viewers, which could help push box office collections upward in the coming days. If Jaat leverages its strong social media traction and favorable reviews, a significant bump in weekend earnings is possible.

With competition from ongoing titles like Sikandar and Skyforce, the next few days will be crucial in determining Jaat’s box office fate.