Shanaya Kapoor’s debut film Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan struggled at the box office on its opening day. Managing a modest ₹35 lakh net collection across India. The romantic drama opened across multiple screens on July 11. But the response fell significantly short of expectations for the debut of a star kid.
Low Occupancy Delivers Disappointing Numbers
According to early trade estimates, the film saw an overall occupancy rate of just 9.9%. Signaling weak footfalls in multiplexes and single-screen chains alike. The film’s pace was overshadowed by other releases, most notably Hollywood’s Superman, which took top honors on the same day with blockbuster earnings.
Vikrant Massey Co-Stars Unable to Lift Reception
Despite the film featuring the capable Vikrant Massey and adapting a charming Ruskin Bond story, its modest opening reflects difficulty in attracting audiences. Industry insiders point to the limited star power and lack of pre-release buzz as likely reasons. Compared to Massey’s earlier films, the film didn’t deliver similar traction.
Competitive Clutter Dampens Impact
Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan launched alongside Rajkummar Rao’s ‘Maalik’ and the global release of Superman. While Maalik gained steady momentum through the day and Superman dominated with approximately ₹7 crore in India, Shanaya’s debut got lost in the competition.
Despite the shortfall, the makers will hope for stronger word-of-mouth and traction during the weekend. With a modest budget and realistic expectations, there’s room for the film to grow—but its Day 1 showing makes an upward swing a steep climb
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