Governor Box Office Day 1: Manoj Bajpayee Starrer Opens Slow; Mints Under Rs 1 Cr Amid Clash With Multiple Films

June 12 saw the release of several titles, including Governor: The Silent Saviour, Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata, Haunted 3D: Echoes Of The Past and Main Vaapas Aaunga among others. Despite the stiff box office competition, Manoj Bajpayee’s drama – based on one of India’s most crucial economic chapters, managed to click with a few moviegoers. Scroll below to know how much this Chinmay D Mandlekar directorial earned on its opening day.

Governor Box Office

As reported by trade website Sacnilk, the financial thriller – headlined by Manoj Bajpayee and directed by Chinmay D Mandlekar, minted an estimated Rs 90 lakh nett in India on its opening day. According to their report, the film’s gross collection amounts to Rs 1.08 crore from across 1,427 shows nationwide.

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While the trade website notes that the film’s collection was below the Rs 1 crore mark, the maker’s recent social media post, states that its India NBOC currently stands at Rs 1.1 crore. With this collection, Vipul Amrutlal Shah has delivered Manoj Bajpayee’s biggest theatrical opening of his career.

Taking to their social media, the makers announced the but 1 get 1 free ticket offer. While unveiling this exciting offer, they penned the caption, “Witness the story behind India’s turning point. Buy 1 get 1. Use code GOVERNOR on BookMyShow.”

About The Film

Giving the film a 3-star rating,, Bollywood Bubble wrote in its review, “Governor is a commendable effort at dramatising a critical chapter in India’s economic history. It shines most in performances and mood but falls slightly short in pacing and character depth. Overall, it’s a solid political thriller that provides valuable insights into a pivotal moment, and the tighter script has enhanced its impact.”

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