Maa box office Day 2: Kajol film crosses Rs 10 crore after solid Saturday growth
Kajol's latest film, 'Maa', is off to a good start at the box office. After a decent opening, the mythological horror film saw a notable rise in collections on its second day.According to early estimates stated by tracking website, Sacnilk,, 'Maa' earned around Rs 6 crore (India nett) on Saturday, taking its total two-day collection to an Rs 10.65 crore.advertisementThe Vishal Furia directorial, which hit theatres on June 27, opened to mixed reviews from critics but has found appreciation among audiences, particularly for Kajol's powerful performance and the film's striking visual effects. On Day 1, ;Maa' had collected Rs 4.65 crore, and its Saturday growth hints at positive word-of-mouth traction.
A spine-chilling chapter from the 'Shaitaan' universe, 'Maa' blends mythology and horror, telling the story of a mother who transforms into Goddess Kali to battle a centuries-old curse. Kajol leads the cast, supported by Indraneil Sengupta, Kherin Sharma, and Ronit Roy.India Today's review of 'Maa' reads, "'Maa' follows quite a predictable arc: an ordinary mother with a child in danger, a cursed past, a mysterious mytho-creature, and then, of course, the divine awakening. The setting makes you want to enter the world, but the horror genre thrives on tension, surprise, jump scares, and some disruption. The plots are guessable and the beats too familiar, taking the edge off what could have been a powerful ride."While addressing the media, Kajol called it her 'strongest role ever'. Kajol plays a mother determined to protect her daughter against all odds, a role she describes as both intense and deeply personal.- EndsYou May Also Like
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