Telugu actor Nani’s new film, HIT 3, has made a huge box office debut, marking once again that he is a force to be counted upon in the industry. The film, directed by Sailesh Kolanu, opened to a huge Rs 21.5 crore on day one, a promising beginning for this gripping crime thriller. After this grand opening, HIT 3 maintained a strong hold on Day 2 with Rs 12 crore and another Rs 11.5 crore on Day 3. The steadiness in its initial figures reflects the strong interest among the audience and word-of-mouth buzz.
Weekday Trend: A Slight Dip but Steady
Although the weekend figures were good, the movie did have a decline during the weekdays. The first Sunday registered HIT 3 with Rs 11.25 crore, but Monday’s collection dipped to Rs 4.25 crore, and Tuesday dipped further to Rs 3.75 crore. Still, the film has been holding its own, with early trends for Wednesday (Day 7) indicating another Rs 3.25 crore. Within a week of its release, HIT 3 will gross a whopping Rs 67.5 crore, proving its healthy performance in the long term.
Summer Holidays Set to Boost Second Week
Trade analysts are confident that the film will continue to thrive, especially with the onset of summer holidays. With students and families pouring into theaters, the second wave of collections would stand to improve, lending the film a much-needed boost in its second week. Coupled with a timely release, Nani’s intense performance may take the film’s earnings to even greater heights.
The HIT Universe and Nani’s Raw Performance
HIT 3 is the third installment in the HIT Universe, a series known for its gripping storytelling and intense crime narratives. Nani, taking the baton from previous leads Adivi Sesh and Vishwak Sen, delivers a raw, intense performance without any flair. There’s no over-the-top glamour or stylized entrances; just a slow burn of character and craft that keeps the audience hooked. Srinidhi Shetty, who enters the franchise following her success in KGF 1 and KGF 2, delivers a subdued yet powerful performance, lending depth to the film without going the glamour route.
Smart Storytelling and Gritty Pacing
Directed by Prashanti Tipirneni for Wall Poster Cinema, HIT 3 combines intelligent storytelling and raw pacing. As the killings mount, so does the suspense, leaving audiences gripped to their seats. It’s not just the action or the drama that makes the film a success; it’s a lesson in maintaining consistency. Nani yet again demonstrates that good craft and good storytelling can hold their own in today’s sea of noise and trend.
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With HIT 3 still not looking like it’s losing steam, it’s great to know where its overall collection number will settle. The box office success is proof that Nani’s reign as one of Telugu cinema’s most admired stars remains strong.
