Karan Johar celebrates Sidharth Malhotra's 'The Vvaan' box office hit
Karan Johar celebrates The Vvaan hitting the box office bullseye as Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia's film sees massive growth in single screens.
Renowned filmmaker Karan Johar has taken to social media to shower praise on the latest cinematic release, The Vvaan: Force of the Forrest. Following a strong performance at the box office, the director expressed his excitement for the film starring Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia, even jokingly asking the team where the celebratory party would be held.
Sharing a clip of the movie on his Instagram story, Johar noted that the film has not only hit the box office but has also hit the "bullseye." His enthusiastic shoutout comes as the film demonstrates significant momentum during its opening weekend.
Massive growth in single screens and heartland markets
The film, which premiered in theatres on Friday, September 25, is seeing a remarkable surge in popularity, particularly in non-national chains and single screens. Trade analyst Taran Adarsh highlighted that the movie is performing exceptionally well in Tier 2 and Tier 3 centres, joining a select group of mass entertainers that have dominated these markets in 2026.
According to industry reports, the film saw a significant jump in its collections on Saturday, recording a growth of 40.52% compared to its opening day. This surge is being attributed to the film's strong appeal to "mass pockets" and the heartland audience.
Box Office Breakdown: The Vvaan's numbers so far
The financial trajectory of the film indicates a very promising start:
- Friday Opening: The film kicked off its theatrical run with a solid Rs 8.12 crore.
- Saturday Collection: Collections climbed to Rs 11.41 crore.
- Total Weekend Collection: As of Saturday, the film has amassed a total of Rs 19.53 crore.
Industry experts predict that the film will maintain this momentum on Sunday, with projections suggesting a total opening weekend collection of approximately Rs 33 crore.
A unique blend of folklore and adventure
The Vvaan: Force of the Forrest is a high-concept production that merges multiple genres, including folklore, fantasy, adventure, mystery, and humour. The project brings together a powerhouse of creative minds, including director Deepak Mishra, Ektaa Kapoor, and TVF’s Arunabh Kumar.
Produced by Shobha Kapoor, Ektaa R Kapoor, Arunabh Kumar, and Niraj Kothari, the film is presented by Balaji Motion Pictures in association with TVF and 11.11 Production. The visual landscape of the film is crafted by Manu Anand, who serves as the Director of Photography and Visual Director.