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Box Office Collection Report (May 8, 2026): Raja Shivaji Leads While New Releases Open Slow
The Indian box office witnessed a mixed Friday as newly released films struggled to attract audiences, while holdover titles such as Raja Shivaji and Bhooth Bangla continued their strong theatrical runs. Mythological drama Krishnavataram – Part 1: Hridayam and family entertainer Daadi Ki Shaadi opened below expectations despite moderate pre-release buzz.
Here’s a detailed look at the major box office performances on May 8, 2026.
Krishnavataram – Part 1: Hridayam Opens Modestly
The mythological epic Krishnavataram – Part 1: Hridayam, based on the life and journey of Lord Krishna, had a slow start at the domestic box office.
Box Office Collection
| Category | Collection |
|---|---|
| Paid Previews | Rs 42 lakh |
| Day 1 Collection | Rs 1.15 crore |
| Total Collection | Rs 1.57 crore |
Trade analysts expected a stronger opening due to the film’s devotional theme and large-scale visuals. However, limited occupancy in multiplexes and weak urban turnout affected the numbers.
The film is expected to rely heavily on weekend family audiences and word-of-mouth from Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities.
Daadi Ki Shaadi Fails to Make Strong Opening Impact
The family comedy-drama Daadi Ki Shaadi, featuring Neetu Kapoor and Kapil Sharma, also witnessed a disappointing start.
Collection Breakdown
| Market | Collection |
|---|---|
| India Net | Rs 60 lakh |
| Worldwide Gross | Rs 72 lakh |
The film revolves around a heartwarming family wedding story and targets family audiences. Despite the presence of popular television and film personalities, the movie struggled to generate opening-day footfall.
Industry experts believe the film may perform better over the weekend if family audiences respond positively.
Raja Shivaji Continues Strong Box Office Run
Historical action drama Raja Shivaji remained the biggest performer among current releases.
Starring Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia D’Souza, the film continued to draw audiences even in its second week.
Raja Shivaji Collection
| Day | Collection |
|---|---|
| Day 7 | Rs 4 crore |
| Friday Collection | Rs 3.20 crore |
| Total Collection | Rs 55.85 crore |
The film has benefited from:
- Strong word-of-mouth
- Positive audience reviews
- Historical subject appeal
- Large ensemble cast
Apart from Riteish and Genelia, the movie reportedly includes appearances from Salman Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, and Vidya Balan, which has further boosted audience interest.
Trade experts believe the film could soon cross the Rs 75 crore mark if the weekend trend remains stable.
Ek Din Nears End of Theatrical Run
Romantic drama Ek Din, starring Junaid Khan and Sai Pallavi, continued its weak theatrical performance.
Collection Details
| Day | Collection |
|---|---|
| Friday | Rs 5 lakh |
| Day 7 | Rs 21 lakh |
| Total Collection | Rs 4 crore |
The film failed to sustain momentum after its opening weekend and has now almost disappeared from major theaters.
Despite praise for Sai Pallavi’s performance, the movie struggled due to:
- Limited promotions
- Strong competition
- Weak audience retention
Bhooth Bangla Maintains Excellent Hold
Akshay Kumar’s horror-comedy Bhooth Bangla continued its impressive box office journey even after three weeks in theaters.
Bhooth Bangla Box Office
| Day | Collection |
|---|---|
| Thursday | Rs 1.75 crore |
| Friday | Rs 1.75 crore |
| Total Collection | Rs 151.75 crore |
The film has emerged as one of the biggest surprise hits of the year. Its blend of comedy, horror, and family entertainment has worked strongly across both multiplexes and single-screen cinemas.
The movie’s consistency at the box office indicates sustained audience interest.
Dhurandhar 2 Marches Toward Historic Numbers
Action blockbuster Dhurandhar 2 continued its historic run at the Indian box office.
Collection Update
| Friday Collection | Total Collection |
|---|---|
| Rs 42 lakh | Rs 1,141.09 crore |
Even after weeks in theaters, the film continues to generate steady revenue and remains among the highest-grossing Indian films ever.
Overall Box Office Analysis
The Friday box office trend revealed a clear divide:
- New releases struggled to generate excitement.
- Established films with strong audience support maintained steady collections.
Key Highlights
- Raja Shivaji remained the strongest active performer.
- Bhooth Bangla crossed another major milestone.
- Krishnavataram will depend heavily on weekend growth.
- Ek Din is nearly out of the race.
- Dhurandhar 2 continues its record-breaking theatrical run.