Main Vaapas Aaunga Box Office Collection Day 13: Imtiaz Ali Film Crosses Rs 30 Crore After Second Week Resurgence

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Vaapas Aaunga Box Office Collection Day 13: Imtiaz Ali's Main Vaapas Aaunga is proving that strong word-of-mouth can still work wonders at the box office. After opening to modest numbers and facing stiff competition during its initial days, the romantic drama has witnessed a remarkable turnaround in its second week. Led by Naseeruddin Shah, Diljit Dosanjh, Sharvari and Vedang Raina, the film has steadily gained momentum, driven by positive audience reactions and emotional responses to its story. The film's impressive second-week performance has now pushed its domestic collections beyond the Rs 30 crore mark, making it one of the year's most surprising box-office success stories.

Main Vaapas Aaunga Box Office Collection

According to trade website Sacnilk, Main Vaapas Aaunga collected Rs 2.60 crore on its second Wednesday, taking its total India net collection to Rs 32.45 crore after 13 days in theatres. While the film witnessed a slight dip compared to Tuesday's Rs 3.10 crore collection, it continues to maintain strong occupancy levels during weekdays. On Monday, the film had earned Rs 2.50 crore, indicating stable weekday performance.The film's journey at the box office has been unusual. After collecting Rs 12.25 crore during its first week, Main Vaapas Aaunga showed significant growth during its second weekend. On Saturday, the film collected Rs 4.35 crore, followed by an even stronger Sunday haul of Rs 5.75 crore. These numbers helped the film enter its second week on a solid footing.

Main Vaapas Aaunga Box Office Collection

• Week 1: Rs 12.25 crore
• Second Saturday: Rs 4.35 crore
• Second Sunday: Rs 5.75 crore
• Second Monday: Rs 2.50 crore
• Second Tuesday: Rs 3.10 crore
• Second Wednesday: Rs 2.60 crore

Total India Net Collection: Rs 32.45 croreThe film has also performed well in overseas markets. The romantic drama has grossed Rs 12.60 crore internationally so far. With domestic and overseas collections combined, the film's worldwide gross collection currently stands at Rs 51.23 crore.

Imtiaz Ali's reaction to Main Vaapas Aaunga's comeback

The film's resurgence has largely been attributed to strong word-of-mouth and emotional reactions. Several exhibitors have reportedly increased the number of shows in the second week due to growing demand.For filmmaker Imtiaz Ali, the film's success appears particularly meaningful. The director has personally visited multiple cinemas to thank audiences for supporting the film and helping it find its audience.

A video shared by his daughter Ida Ali on social media showed the filmmaker interacting with viewers after a successful screening. Addressing the audience, Imtiaz said, "Thank you for renewing my hope in the power of the people, constantly being told that people won’t understand, that if you want to please audiences, make a certain type of cinema only." He also thanked viewers for coming to theatres and supporting the film despite its unconventional storytelling.Main Vaapas Aaunga is written and directed by Imtiaz Ali and features an ensemble cast led by Diljit Dosanjh, Naseeruddin Shah, Sharvari and Vedang Raina. The film tells the emotional story of Ishar Singh Grewal, a 95-year-old man played by Naseeruddin Shah, who wishes to travel to Pakistan as his health deteriorates. As his grandson Nirvair, played by Diljit Dosanjh, returns from the United Kingdom to spend time with him, he gradually discovers that his grandfather is seeking closure for unresolved memories from pre-Partition India.