Navra Maza Navsacha 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the Marathi classic, continues to attract audiences with its heartwarming and humorous storyline. Directed by the legendary Sachin Pilgaonkar and backed by an impressive ensemble cast including Supriya Pilgaonkar, Hemal Ingale, Swapnil Joshi, Ashok Saraf, and Siddharth Jadhav, the film has performed admirably at the box office. As of its 17th day, the movie has earned approximately ₹19.33 crore at the domestic box office, with its total collection for the first 16 days standing at an impressive ₹18.97 crore India net.
Navra Maza Navsacha 2 opened with a solid ₹1.85 crore on its first Friday, which set the tone for a successful weekend. The first Saturday saw a 35.14% rise in collections, bringing in ₹2.50 crore, followed by a whopping ₹3.75 crore on its first Sunday, marking a 50% increase from the previous day. This strong opening weekend, with a total of ₹8.10 crore, firmly established the film as a hit in the Marathi cinema space.
The weekday performance, while naturally lower than the weekend, remained steady with ₹1.20 crore on Monday and ₹1.10 crore on Tuesday. The film experienced a slight dip mid-week, but still managed to stay above the ₹0.90 crore mark on Thursday, rounding off its first week with ₹12.25 crore in total box office earnings.
Second Week Highlights
The second week saw a dip in collections but continued to perform steadily. The second Friday brought in ₹0.55 crore, followed by a massive surge on the second Saturday with ₹1.50 crore, reflecting an impressive 172.73% jump. The second Sunday further pushed the box office collections with ₹1.75 crore, a 16.67% increase. The film’s momentum slowed during the weekdays, but it managed to earn ₹6.11 crore in its second week, bringing its total earnings by the end of Week 2 to ₹18.36 crore.
Third Weekend and Day 17 Box Office Collection
As the film entered its third weekend, Navra Maza Navsacha 2 continued to attract audiences, particularly in key markets like Mumbai and Pune. The third Friday saw a slight rise with ₹0.22 crore, followed by ₹0.39 crore on Saturday, marking a 77.27% increase. On its 17th day, Sunday, the movie earned approximately ₹0.36 crore, bringing its overall collection to ₹19.33 crore India net.
The sustained performance on the third weekend showcases the film’s appeal across Maharashtra, with audiences continuing to flock to theaters, especially during the weekends.
Occupancy on Day 17:
On Sunday, October 6, 2024, Navra Maza Navsacha 2 recorded an overall occupancy of 24.16% in Marathi theaters. The film performed particularly well in the afternoon shows, where the occupancy peaked at 31.97%. Morning shows saw 16.35% occupancy, while the evening and night shows did not fare as well, with no recorded occupancy.
Key regions like Mumbai and Pune contributed significantly to the film’s success on its 17th day. Mumbai recorded an overall occupancy of 22.50%, with the afternoon shows doing the best at 33%. Pune, another major market for Marathi films, had an even higher occupancy of 29.50%, with afternoon shows peaking at 33%. Other regions like Nagpur, Aurangabad, Kolhapur, Nashik, and Sangli showed moderate occupancy, with afternoon shows leading the charge.
Navra Maza Navsacha 2 has benefitted from strong word-of-mouth promotion, positive reviews, and its star-studded cast. Sachin Pilgaonkar’s direction, coupled with the nostalgic charm of the original film, has resonated well with both family audiences and younger viewers. The film’s blend of comedy and emotion, along with the chemistry between Sachin Pilgaonkar and Supriya Pilgaonkar, has made it a crowd-puller, especially on weekends.
Additionally, the film’s performance can also be attributed to the strategic release in Maharashtra’s prime regions, which have a robust market for Marathi cinema. The focus on family-friendly content has helped it capture the festival crowd, particularly during weekends and public holidays.
