Varun Dhawan’s much-anticipated comeback film Baby John has turned into a major box office disappointment. The film, produced by Murad Khetani (Animal fame), opened to lukewarm responses during its Christmas holiday release and has seen a further dip in collections despite the festive season.
According to trade analysts and reports from outlets such as Bollywood Hungama and Hindustan Times, Baby John was expected to be a significant milestone in Varun Dhawan’s career after a series of underperforming films. However, its opening day figures failed to meet expectations, and the subsequent days have only worsened its performance.
- On its opening day, December 25, 2024, the film garnered approximately ₹11.25 crore in India. However, subsequent days saw a notable decrease:
- Day 2: Earnings dropped by about 57.78%, bringing in around ₹4.75 crore.
- Day 3: Collections further declined to approximately ₹3.65 crore, resulting in a cumulative total of ₹19.65 crore over the first three days.
These figures, sourced from Box Office India and Sacnilk, indicate a concerning trend for Baby John, especially given its release during the lucrative Christmas holiday season. Industry experts attribute the film’s failure to weak storytelling, underwhelming marketing, and stiff competition from other holiday releases.
While Baby John was marketed as a high-octane entertainer, critics and audiences have expressed dissatisfaction with its execution. The film’s inability to capitalize on the Christmas holiday season, traditionally a lucrative period for Bollywood, has further sealed its fate as a box office bomb.
Despite this setback, fans remain hopeful for Varun Dhawan’s next projects. Many believe that the actor, known for his charisma and box office appeal, will bounce back with better scripts and performances.
