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The Buckingham Murders Box Office Preview: Kareena Kapoor starrer run time, screen count and opening day |
Kareena Kapoor Khan’s The Buckingham Murders: Early Box Office Insights
Initial Box Office Trends
Kareena Kapoor Khan makes her comeback with The Buckingham Murders, directed by Hansal Mehta and produced by Ekta Kapoor and Kareena herself. With the film set to release in both Hindi and Hinglish, it aims to captivate audiences primarily in premium multiplex chains. As per the latest advance trends, the film is anticipated to start around the Rs 1 crore mark.
Release Strategy and Audience Targeting
The film is certified U/A by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) and has a run time of 1 hour and 49 minutes. Scheduled for an All-India release by Pen Marudhar, The Buckingham Murders will have a focused release on 700 screens across major metros, with an emphasis on evening and night shows. This tight release strategy reflects the film’s niche appeal and its attempt to draw in a specific audience segment.
Advance Bookings and Initial Response
Advance bookings for The Buckingham Murders began on Thursday morning. As of 5:30 PM on the same day, approximately 2,500 tickets have been sold in the top three national chains, with expectations to reach around 7,000 tickets by the end of the day. The initial response has been lukewarm, but given that the film wasn’t anticipated to be a high advance ticket seller, this is not entirely unexpected.
Weekend Prospects and Factors to Watch
The real test for The Buckingham Murders will be its performance over the weekend and its hold on Monday. Hansal Mehta, known for delivering content-heavy films, could see Kareena Kapoor’s star power drive higher-than-expected jumps if the film resonates with audiences. Despite the lack of a musical score, which might have otherwise boosted commercial prospects, the film’s success will largely depend on word of mouth and critical reception.
Challenges and Expectations
In a post-pandemic world where audience consumption patterns have shifted, The Buckingham Murders faces an uphill battle. The film’s limited appeal compared to a typical Kareena Kapoor movie and its absence of music could impact its commercial prospects. However, if it surpasses the Rs 1 crore mark and garners positive word of mouth, there’s potential for it to see a stronger performance over the weekend.
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