Varun Dhawan’s much-hyped film Baby John seems to be losing its grip at the box office just days after its release. While the movie opened to a strong start, its collections have been disappointing since day two. Even a Saturday holiday failed to revive its earnings, casting doubts on the film’s performance over the weekend. Let’s delve into the fourth-day numbers.

Weekend Blues: Declining Box Office Numbers

Despite a roaring start, Baby John appears to be heading toward a box office debacle. The film garnered ₹11.25 crores on its opening day, marking an impressive beginning. However, day two witnessed a sharp drop with collections falling to ₹4.75 crores. By the third day, earnings further declined to ₹3.65 crores. On Monday, the fourth day, the film managed to collect ₹4.25 crores, according to trade portal Saknilk. All eyes are now on Sunday, as makers hope for a rebound.

Varun Dhawan’s Career-Best Opener in 5 Years

Despite its faltering run, Baby John achieved one milestone: it has become Varun Dhawan’s biggest opener in the past five years. The actor’s 2019 film Kalank had earned ₹21.60 crores on its first day, but subsequent releases like Street Dancer 3D, Jug Jug Jeeyo, and Bhediya struggled to hit double-digit figures on opening day.

What Is Baby John About?

Directed by Kalij, Baby John is an action-packed thriller featuring Varun Dhawan in the lead role, supported by an ensemble cast including Keerthy Suresh, Vamika Gabbi, Jackie Shroff, and Rajpal Yadav. The story revolves around a policeman willing to go to any lengths to protect his daughter. Salman Khan’s electrifying cameo has been a highlight, earning praise from audiences. The film draws inspiration from South Indian superstar Thalapathy Vijay’s hit movie Theri.

As the first weekend concludes, it remains to be seen whether Baby John can turn the tide and bring in better numbers in the coming days.