It’s not always grand promotions that make a film a hit—sometimes, strong word-of-mouth does the trick. That’s exactly what’s happening with the Malayalam cop thriller Officer On Duty. Released with little buzz, the film has taken the box office by storm, competing head-to-head with the much-hyped Chava and Bollywood’s Mere Husband Ki Biwi.

Officer On Duty: A Surprise Box Office Hit

Directed by Jeetu Ashraf, Officer On Duty hit theaters on February 20 and has been receiving rave reviews from both audiences and critics. The gripping storyline and suspenseful execution have made it a must-watch, resulting in a strong surge in ticket sales.

On its opening day, the film collected ₹1.29 crore, but the momentum didn’t stop there. On the second day, the film earned ₹1.75 crore at the domestic box office, bringing its total to over ₹3 crore. The movie has been performing exceptionally well in cities like Kochi, Chennai, Thrissur, Kollam, and Kottayam. With the weekend ahead, industry experts predict an even bigger jump in collections.

Beating Bollywood at the Box Office

A day after Officer On Duty, Bollywood’s rom-com Mere Husband Ki Biwi, starring Arjun Kapoor, Bhumi Pednekar, and Rakul Preet Singh, hit theaters on February 21. However, despite its star power, the film failed to match the Malayalam thriller’s earnings. Mere Husband Ki Biwi managed only ₹1.5 crore on its opening day, falling short in comparison.

With Officer On Duty gaining momentum and receiving widespread appreciation, all eyes are now on how it performs over the weekend. Will it continue to dominate the box office? Stay tuned.