Box Office Battle: 'Maalik' and 'Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan' Struggle to Impress

Box Office Performance of 'Maalik' and 'Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan' on Day 3

This week, Bollywood enthusiasts were treated to the release of two highly anticipated films, 'Maalik' and 'Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan'. However, despite the initial excitement, both films are facing challenges at the box office. 'Maalik' features Rajkummar Rao and Manushi Chhillar in leading roles, while 'Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan' stars Vikrant Massey and Shanaya Kapoor.

Box Office Collection Insights

As reported by Sacnilk, 'Maalik' garnered approximately Rs 5.25 crore on its third day, bringing its total earnings to Rs 14.25 crore. In stark contrast, 'Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan' has been underperforming, with only Rs 41 lakh collected on day 3, totaling Rs 1.2 crore since its release.

Overview of 'Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan'

'Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan' tells the poignant love story of Jahaan, a visually impaired musician, and Saba, a visually impaired actress. Vikrant Massey, in a recent interview, discussed the challenges of portraying his character, commending Shanaya Kapoor for her performance. He expressed, “The entire film was a challenge for me, as I had never ventured into this genre before. Working alongside Shanaya, who is making her debut, added to the authenticity we aimed for, especially in portraying blind characters.”

Details on 'Maalik'

In addition to Rajkummar and Manushi, 'Maalik' features a talented ensemble cast including Prosenjit Chatterjee, Huma Qureshi, and Saurabh Shukla, among others. Rajkummar shared insights about stepping into an intense action role for the first time, stating, “Transitioning into such a powerful character was a unique experience. Understanding the essence of Maalik took time, but once I did, the journey became thrilling.” 'Maalik' is a gangster drama that chronicles a man's ascent in the criminal underworld.