Lokesh Kanagaraj’s ‘DC’ Soars on Day 2, Global Box Office Hits Nearly Rs 18 Crore
Chennai, India – [Date of Publication] – Lokesh Kanagaraj’s directorial and acting debut, ‘DC’, has demonstrated a remarkable upturn in its box office performance on its second day, registering a substantial 52.3% increase in collections and propelling its worldwide gross to an impressive Rs 17.99 crore. The action-packed film, which opened to mixed but generally positive reviews, capitalized on Saturday’s viewership, indicating a strong start to its crucial first weekend.
According to Sacnilk, ‘DC’ garnered Rs 6.70 crore net in India on Day 2, a significant jump from its opening day collection of Rs 4.40 crore net. This surge brings the film’s total India net collection to Rs 11.10 crore, while its India gross collection currently stands at Rs 12.74 crore.
Strong Growth Across Language Versions
The film was screened across 3,549 shows on Saturday, with its various language versions contributing substantially to the day’s robust figures. The Tamil version led the charge, securing Rs 4.55 crore net on Day 2. It recorded an overall occupancy of 63.33%, with evening and night shows witnessing peak attendance, registering 51.85% and 80.38% occupancy respectively.
The Telugu version also played a significant role, adding Rs 1.75 crore net to the India total. Its overall occupancy stood at 42.45%. Even the Hindi version, though smaller in scale, contributed Rs 40 lakhs, recording an overall occupancy of 12.84%. This multi-lingual appeal is proving to be a key factor in the film’s escalating earnings.
Regional Powerhouses Fuel Domestic Growth
State-wise gross collection figures further underscore the film’s widespread appeal. Tamil Nadu, a stronghold for Kanagaraj, contributed a substantial Rs 2.40 crore on Day 2. The combined efforts of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana brought in Rs 2.25 crore, while Karnataka added Rs 1.15 crore. Kerala also showed strong support with Rs 1.30 crore, and the rest of India collectively generated Rs 60 lakhs, culminating in a total state-wise gross collection of Rs 7.70 crore for the day.
International Markets Bolster Worldwide Total
Beyond Indian borders, ‘DC’ continued its strong box office run, collecting Rs 3 crore gross overseas on its second day. This brings its cumulative overseas gross to Rs 5.25 crore. When combined with the domestic India gross of Rs 12.74 crore, the film’s worldwide gross collection has reached an impressive Rs 17.99 crore, demonstrating its global reach and appeal. This significant international contribution highlights the growing demand for well-produced Indian cinema on the world stage.
Critical Acclaim for Narrative Depth
‘DC’ revolves around Outcast Devadas and his companions, who find themselves protecting an innocent family caught in the crosshairs of police brutality, leading to a confrontation with a ruthless police officer.
ETimes, in its review, awarded ‘DC’ 3.5 out of 5 stars, particularly praising the clarity and depth of its writing. The review highlighted how the screenplay meticulously explores the motivations behind the characters’ choices, stating, “Every question gets its satisfying answer, with callbacks and carefully planted payoffs ensuring that almost every emotional beat and narrative decision feels earned.” While commending the character development of figures like Parvathy and Das, the review noted that the antagonist Bhojraj’s motivation felt “more functional than fully fleshed out.”
The strong critical reception, coupled with the impressive box office surge, positions ‘DC’ for a successful theatrical run, cementing Lokesh Kanagaraj’s multifaceted talent both behind and in front of the camera. As the film progresses through its first weekend, industry observers will be keenly watching to see if this upward trajectory continues.
DISCLAIMER: The box office numbers and the data in this article are compiled from public and industry sources. All figures are approximate unless explicitly mentioned, offering a fair representation of the movie’s box office performance. These totals may change as official studio data is updated or as additional international market reports are finalized. This data is provided by us for informational and entertainment purposes only.
