Kangana Ranaut's Emergency faced delays, censorship, and political controversies, impacting its box office performance. Despite a strong start, the film earned just Rs 35lakhs on Day 8, bringing its total to Rs 14.64 crore in the first eight days, highlighting ongoing challenges for the biopic
Kangana Ranaut’s much-anticipated film Emergency, a biographical drama about former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi during the 1975 Emergency period, has faced numerous challenges leading up to its release. After delays, censorship issues, and political controversies, the film finally premiered on January 17.
While it had a strong start at the box office, its earnings significantly dropped by Day 8, earning approximately Rs 35lakhs, bringing the total India net collection to Rs 14.64 crore for the first eight days. Despite these setbacks, including scenes being cut by the CBFC and a ban in Punjab, the film’s release continues to stir debate. Kangana remains positive, stressing the film’s impact amid ongoing challenges, including protests and financial struggles.
Emergency Box Office Collection: Kangana Ranaut’s Political Drama Struggles to Make an Impact
Kangana Ranaut’s highly anticipated political drama, Emergency, produced by Zee Studios and Manikarnika Films, has earned ₹14.64 crore at the domestic box office,according to Sacnilk. In a social media post, the production house reported a total of ₹14.64 crore in earnings over its first eight days.
Featuring an ensemble cast of Anupam Kher, Shreyas Talpade, Vishak Nair, Milind Soman, and the late Satish Kaushik, Emergency marks a significant milestone for Kangana as her biggest Hindi film opener post-COVID. However, despite its strong start, the film has struggled to capture the attention of moviegoers. The film begins with a symbolic scene of a young Indira Gandhi contemplating a rose, symbolizing the beginning of her political journey, yet it has failed to fully resonate with cinema enthusiasts.
Emergency Box Office Collection Day 6: Kangana Ranaut’s Film Struggles with Declining Earnings
Kangana Ranaut’s Emergency, a biopic on Indira Gandhi, has faced a sharp decline at the box office after its initial success. On Day 8, the film managed to collect just ₹35 lakh, reflecting a severe drop in domestic earnings. Tuesday saw the lowest box office numbers so far, with a mere ₹1 crore in collections. By the evening of January 22, the film had grossed ₹13.11 crore net in its six-day run, according to Sacnilk estimates. Despite a strong opening, Emergency is now grappling with a significant downturn in its box office performance.
Kangana Ranaut Thanks Audiences for Emergency’s Reception but Expresses Heartfelt Pain Over Punjab Ban
Kangana Ranaut took to social media to express her heartfelt gratitude to the audiences for embracing her film Emergency with open hearts. She acknowledged the love and appreciation the political drama has received, but also voiced her pain over the film’s ban in Punjab, a state where her films have historically been well-received and widely loved.
The ban, she mentioned, was especially difficult as Punjab has always been a strong supporter of her work, making the setback particularly hard to bear. Despite this, she remains hopeful that Emergency, which depicts a pivotal moment in Indian history, will continue to resonate with viewers across the country.
Kangana Ranaut’s Emergency has sparked intense discussion, especially given its portrayal of a significant political event in Indian history. Despite facing hurdles like the ban in Punjab, a state where her films have been widely embraced, the film has received considerable attention for its bold approach to a sensitive subject. The controversy surrounding the movie’s release and its mixed box office performance highlight the challenges of addressing political narratives in mainstream cinema. While the film has struggled in certain areas, it continues to be a key part of Kangana’s evolving career in both acting and directing. With the film’s unique political perspective, Emergency adds an important layer to the ongoing conversation about Indian history in cinema.
