Key Takeaways
- Ranabaali box office collection day 2 sees minimal growth, crossing ₹16 crore
- The film has received mixed reviews from viewers, with some praising Vijay's performance and others criticizing the unnecessary violence and thin character development
- Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga has praised the film, calling Vijay Deverakonda the next defining action hero of Indian cinema
Ranabaali Box Office Collection Day 2
Ranabaali, starring Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna, has released in theatres and the box office collection day 2 updates are in. The film has collected ₹7.17 crore, a dip from its opening day haul of ₹9.25 crore, taking its two-day total to ₹16.42 crore.
Despite the dip in collections, Vijay Deverakonda has championed the film, calling it one of the best Telugu films to have come out this year. However, viewers who saw the film complained of unnecessary violence and thin character development.
Reviews and Reactions
Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga, known for his work on Arjun Reddy and Animal, had nothing but praise for the film. He took to X (formerly Twitter) to share his review, calling Vijay Deverakonda the next defining action hero of Indian cinema.
"Vijay... your action has a raw, untamed ferocity that can't be manufactured. There's a terrifying intensity in the way you fight," wrote the filmmaker. "I genuinely believe you'll be the next DEFINING ACTION HERO OF INDIAN CINEMA. Vijay. Congratulations."
About Ranabaali
Ranabaali is directed by Rahul Sankrityan and produced by Mythri Movie Makers. The film stars Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna for the first time since their Udaipur wedding in February. It's also their first movie together since Geetha Govindam (2018) and Dear Comrade (2019).
The film is set in the 1800s Madras presidency and tells the story of how British colonial rule created a man-made famine in India just to export more grain to Britain. Vijay plays the titular role, a man who fights back against oppression when he sees people around him starving and dying.
Cast and Crew
The film features a talented cast, including Arnold Vosloo, Easwari Rao, and others in key roles. Rashmika Mandanna spoke about Vijay's performance in Ranabaali, saying, "When I was seeing Ranabaali be Ranabaali, there's a full difference between Vijay and Ranabaali. Completely."
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She also added that it took time for her to understand how much he had involved in the role, "It took me time, but I understood with what gravitas he's performing, at what level he's performing it. When you do some characters, they just consume you fully. Every cell of you feels those emotions, that performance."
Box Office Performance
The film's box office performance has been a topic of discussion, with many expecting it to show growth in its opening weekend. However, the dip in collections on the second day is a worrying sign for the film.
- The film collected ₹9.25 crore on its opening day.
- The film collected ₹7.17 crore on its second day, taking its two-day total to ₹16.42 crore.
- The film has received mixed reviews from viewers, with some praising Vijay's performance and others criticizing the unnecessary violence and thin character development.
Despite the mixed reviews, the film's performance at the box office will be closely watched in the coming days. Will it be able to show growth and cross the ₹20 crore mark, or will it struggle to find its footing? Only time will tell.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the box office collection of Ranabaali on day 2?
The film collected ₹7.17 crore on its second day, taking its two-day total to ₹16.42 crore.
What are the reviews of Ranabaali like?
The film has received mixed reviews from viewers, with some praising Vijay's performance and others criticizing the unnecessary violence and thin character development.
Who is the director of Ranabaali?
The film is directed by Rahul Sankrityan and produced by Mythri Movie Makers.