Kartik Aaryan’s latest film, Chandu Champion, seems like a roller-coaster ride at the box office since its release. Despite showing growth on its first Sunday, it couldn’t cross the collections of his previous blockbuster, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2. However Chandu Champion showed promising growth over the weekend, yet it faces the challenge of sustaining momentum beyond the initial hype.
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The film’s performance reflects both the excellent work of Kartik Aaryan and the impact of positive audience feedback. As Chandu Champion navigates through its theatrical run, all eyes remain on its ability to maintain steady collections and lure audiences in the weeks to come. By picturising the essence of Murlikant Petkar’s extraordinary journey and showcasing Kartik Aaryan’s versatility, Chandu Champion aims to carve its niche in Bollywood’s competitive landscape.
Slow Start and Weekend Performance
Chandu Champion began its theatrical journey with a slow start, earning Rs 4.75 crore on Friday, marking Kartik Aaryan’s lowest opening in recent years. However, the film saw a significant 47.37% increase on Saturday, with collections rising to Rs 7 crore. The upward trend continued on Sunday when the film earned Rs 11.01 crore.
Here’s the table summarizing Chandu Champion’s 3 Days Box Office and Occupancy Details:
| Parameter | Collection/Percentage |
| 3 Days India Net Collection | ₹ 21.50 Cr |
| 3 Days Worldwide Collection | ₹ 30.60 Cr |
| 3 Days Overseas Collection | ₹ 5.00 Cr |
| 3 Days India Gross Collection | ₹ 25.60 Cr |
| Overall Hindi Occupancy on Day 3 | 32.47% |
Chandu Champion Day 3 Hindi (2D) Occupancy in Theaters:
| Show Timing | Occupancy Percentage |
| Morning Shows | 13.50% |
| Afternoon Shows | 31.45% |
| Evening Shows | 46.29% |
| Night Shows | 38.63% |
These figures provide insights into both the financial performance and audience turnout for Chandu Champion over its first three days in theaters
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Here’s the table summarizing Chandu Champion Day 3 Hindi (2D) Occupancy in main regions:
| Region | Overall Occupancy | Morning Shows | Afternoon Shows | Evening Shows | Night Shows | Total Shows |
| Mumbai | 38.75% | 16% | 35% | 59% | 45% | 732 |
| National Capital Region (NCR) | 30.00% | 11% | 31% | 45% | 33% | 908 |
| Pune | 41.25% | 23% | 41% | 53% | 48% | 279 |
| Bengaluru | 38.50% | 16% | 37% | 54% | 47% | 252 |
| Hyderabad | 20.00% | 9% | 19% | 25% | 27% | 217 |
| Kolkata | 27.00% | 10% | 20% | 49% | 29% | 215 |
| Ahmedabad | 34.75% | 13% | 32% | 46% | 48% | 283 |
| Chennai | 40.50% | 6% | 51% | 54% | 51% | 81 |
| Surat | 26.25% | 8% | 24% | 34% | 39% | 228 |
| Jaipur | 38.25% | 22% | 40% | 49% | 42% | 135 |
| Chandigarh | 30.25% | 9% | 36% | 42% | 34% | 93 |
| Bhopal | 20.25% | 7% | 14% | 32% | 28% | 84 |
| Lucknow | 23.25% | 13% | 25% | 32% | 23% | 174 |
These numbers reflect the audience turnout across various regions in India for Chandu Champion on its third day of release.
Comparison with Previous Films
Despite its weekend gains, Chandu Champion ranks as Kartik Aaryan’s second-lowest weekend total since 2017, following Shehzada. In contrast, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, released earlier, had earned Rs 55.96 crore over its first weekend, highlighting the stark difference in initial reception between the two films.
| Movie | Worldwide (in Cr) | India Net (in Cr) | India Gross (in Cr) | Overseas (in Cr) | Movie Type | Released Date |
| Chandu Champion | 30.6 | 21.5 | 25.6 | 5.0 | Bollywood | 14 Jun 2024 |
| Harom Hara – The Revolt | 1.4 | 3.09 | 1.2 | 0.2 | Tollywood | 14 Jun 2024 |
| Kudi Haryane Val Di | – | 2.78 | – | – | Pollywood | 14 Jun 2024 |
| Kotee | 1.31 | 1.17 | 1.31 | – | Sandalwood | 14 Jun 2024 |
| Maharaja | 17.3 | 21.59 | 14.3 | 3.0 | Kollywood | 14 Jun 2024 |
| Inside Out 2 | 1675 | 7.62 | 5.0 | 675 | Hollywood | 14 Jun 2024 |
| T20 World Cup 2024: India Vs Pakistan (Hindi) | 2.35 | 2.0 | 2.35 | 0.0 | Bollywood | 09 Jun 2024 |
| Munjya | 67 | 53.8 | 63.5 | 3.5 | Bollywood | 07 Jun 2024 |
| Ajogyo | 1.28 | 1.15 | 1.28 | – | Bengali Tollywood | 07 Jun 2024 |
| Little Hearts | 1.35 | 1.2 | 1.35 | – | Mollywood | 07 Jun 2024 |
| Manamey | 16.6 | 13.62 | 14.6 | 2.0 | Tollywood | 07 Jun 2024 |
| Satyabhama | 0.05 | 2.55 | 0.05 | – | Tollywood | 07 Jun 2024 |
| Swargarath | 1.56 | 1.39 | 1.56 | – | Jollywood | 07 Jun 2024 |
| Ni Main Sass Kuttni 2 | 0.56 | 3.44 | 0.56 | – | Pollywood | 07 Jun 2024 |
| Golam | 1.99 | 1.78 | 1.99 | – | Mollywood | 07 Jun 2024 |
| Bad Boys: Ride or Die | 1000.99 | 8.69 | 9.69 | 500 | Hollywood | 06 Jun 2024 |
| Bhaje Vaayu Vegam | 7.09 | 5.47 | 6.29 | 0.8 | Tollywood | 31 May 2024 |
| Gam Gam Ganesha | 5.75 | 4.76 | 5.45 | 0.3 | Tollywood | 31 May 2024 |
| Savi: A Bloody Housewife | 11.26 | 7.84 | 9.26 | 2.0 | Bollywood | 31 May 2024 |
| Jhamkudi | 11.3 | 9.6 | 11.3 | 0.0 | Gollywood | 31 May 2024 |
| Chhota Bheem and the Curse of Damyaan | 0.39 | 2.42 | 0.39 | – | Bollywood | 31 May 2024 |
| Gangs of Godavari | 19.6 | 17.72 | 17.35 | 2.25 | Tollywood | 31 May 2024 |
| Hit list | 0.55 | 1.28 | 0.55 | – | Kollywood | 31 May 2024 |
| Garudan | 50.65 | 37.05 | 42.65 | 8.0 | Kollywood | 31 May 2024 |
| Haikyuu The Dumpster Battle | 3.33 | 2.99 | 3.33 | – | Bollywood | 31 May 2024 |
| Mr. & Mrs. Mahi | 48.8 | 34.77 | 39.8 | 9.0 | Bollywood | 31 May 2024 |
| Love Me | 8.59 | 7.05 | 8.09 | 0.5 | Tollywood | 25 May 2024 |
| Mor Chhainha Bhuinya 2 | 8.45 | 7.56 | 8.45 | – | Cinema Of Chhattisgarh | 24 May 2024 |
| Mandakini | 3.18 | 2.82 | 3.18 | – | Mollywood | 24 May 2024 |
| Bhaiyya Ji | 10.08 | 9.72 | 10.08 | 0.0 | Bollywood | 24 May 2024 |
| PT Sir | 12.71 | 11.12 | 12.71 | 0.0 | Kollywood | 24 May 2024 |
| Thalavan | 22.61 | 14.4 | 16.61 | 6.0 | Mollywood | 24 May 2024 |
| Raju Yadav | 0.11 | 1.82 | 0.11 | – | Tollywood | 24 May 2024 |
| Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga | 601.41 | 17.29 | 18.66 | 275 | Hollywood | 23 May 2024 |
| Turbo | 70.38 | 33.55 | 38.78 | 31.6 | Mollywood | 23 May 2024 |
| The Garfield Movie (3D) | 3.19 | 8.11 | 3.19 | – | Hollywood | 17 May 2024 |
| IF (2024) | 0.99 | 1.29 | 0.99 | – | Hollywood | 17 May 2024 |
| Kartam Bhugtam | 0.82 | 1.33 | 0.82 | – | Bollywood | 17 May 2024 |
| Je Jatt Vigarh Gya | 1.96 | 3.72 | 1.96 | – | Pollywood | 17 May 2024 |
| Inga Naan Thaan Kingu | 1.26 | 6.98 | 1.26 | – | Kollywood | 17 May 2024 |
| Samandar | 1.88 | 2.04 | 1.88 | – | Gollywood | 17 May 2024 |
| Guruvayoorambala Nadayil | 88.65 | 47.3 | 54.65 | 34.0 | Mollywood | 16 May 2024 |
| Srikanth | 60.22 | 47.82 | 56.77 | 3.45 | Bollywood | 10 May 2024 |
| Shinda Shinda No Papa | 38.15 | 16.7 | 19.75 | 18.4 | Pollywood | 10 May 2024 |
| Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes | 2103.17 | 29.31 | 34.17 | 1150 | Hollywood | 10 May 2024 |
| Star | 25.73 | 19.99 | 22.98 | 2.75 | Kollywood | 10 May 2024 |
| Krishnamma | 1.38 | 4.75 | 1.2 |
Word of Mouth and Audience Response According to trade analyst Taran Adarsh, Chandu Champion has benefited significantly from positive word-of-mouth promotion. He noted, “The glowing word of mouth has come into play… #ChanduChampion gets the much-needed boost on Day 3 [Sun]…” This positive buzz has helped in drawing audiences to the theaters, despite facing competition from other releases like Munjya.
Expectations and Challenges Ahead
Looking ahead, Chandu Champion is expected to grasp the advantage of an extended weekend, with Monday being a holiday. Analysts predict another strong day at the box office. However, maintaining steady collections beyond the initial weekend will be crucial for the film’s long-term success. Taran Adarsh emphasized, “It needs to remain rock-steady after the extended weekend [Tue onwards]… It needs to recover lost ground since the stakes are high this time…”
Film Synopsis and Production
Chandu Champion, based on the life of Murlikant Petkar, India’s first Paralympic gold medalist, is screening Kartik Aaryan in various challenging roles. The film spans Chandu’s journey from an Indian Army soldier to a boxer and ultimately a survivor, portraying his resilience and victories. Produced jointly by Sajid Nadiadwala and Kabir Khan, Chandu Champion also stars Vijay Raaz, Bhuvan Arora, and Rajpal Yadav in pivotal roles.