Kalki Box Office Collection Opening Week
Kalki 2898 AD opened to an extraordinary response, collecting a massive ₹95.3 crore net on Day 1 across all languages. With strong performances in Telugu (₹65.8 Cr) and Hindi (₹22.5 Cr), the film established itself as a pan-India success from day one. Despite a drop on Day 2, the film picked up over the weekend, peaking again on Sunday with ₹88.2 Cr. The first-week total stood at a staggering ₹414.85 crore, making it one of the highest opening week collections in Indian cinema history.
Kalki 2898 AD Second Week – Sustaining Momentum
In its second week, the film faced the expected weekday drops but rebounded over the second weekend. It collected ₹128.5 crore in Week 2, thanks to solid hold in Hindi-speaking regions (₹70.4 Cr). The film’s gripping storyline and word-of-mouth helped retain a significant chunk of its audience. The film’s total after two weeks reached ₹543.35 crore, keeping it in the race among the highest grossers of the year.
Gradual Decline in Following Weeks
From Week 3 onward, the collections showed a consistent but expected decline. Week 3 fetched ₹56.1 Cr, while Week 4 brought in ₹24.4 Cr. While footfalls in South India tapered, the Hindi belt continued to contribute relatively stronger. By the end of Week 5, the total collection stood at around ₹636.35 crore, cementing the film’s place among India’s top box office performers.
Final Leg of the Run
In Weeks 6, 7, and 8, the film saw major drops in daily collections. Week 6 managed ₹5.61 Cr, followed by ₹4.31 Cr in Week 7 and just ₹0.32 Cr in Week 8. In the final stretch, the film was playing in limited screens, mostly to niche and residual audiences. By the end of its theatrical run, Kalki 2898 AD collected approximately ₹647 crore net in India across all languages.
Kalki 2898 AD Lifetime Box Office Collection (India Net)
| Week | Collection (₹ Crore) |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | ₹ 414.85 Cr |
| Week 2 | ₹ 128.50 Cr |
| Week 3 | ₹ 56.10 Cr |
| Week 4 | ₹ 24.40 Cr |
| Week 5 | ₹ 12.10 Cr |
| Week 6 | ₹ 5.61 Cr |
| Week 7 | ₹ 4.31 Cr |
| Week 8 | ₹ 0.32 Cr |
| Week 9 (partial) | ₹ 0.10 Cr |
| Week 10–11 (minimal, negligible) | ₹ 0.00 Cr |
🔥 Kalki Total India Net Collection (All Languages): ₹ 646.29 Cr+
Note: Collections slowed significantly after Week 5, with minimal additions beyond Week 8.
Kalki Language-Wise Total Approximate Breakdown:
| Language | Lifetime Net (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|
| Telugu | ~292.85 Cr |
| Hindi | ~299.10 Cr |
| Tamil | ~36.65 Cr |
| Malayalam | ~25.30 Cr |
| Kannada | ~5.74 Cr |
Kalki Footfall & Impact
- Opening Day Footfall Estimate: Over 85+ lakh in India.
- One of the highest-grossing Indian films of 2024, with massive pan-India appeal.
- Performed exceptionally in Telugu and Hindi belts.
Regional Language Performance
Among all languages, Telugu led with over ₹288 crore net, followed by Hindi which surprised with an impressive ₹306 crore. Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada contributed modestly but significantly to the overall tally. The film’s multilingual release and strong dubbing quality were key factors in reaching audiences across states.
Kalki 2898 AD proved to be a monumental success at the Indian box office. With a lifetime India net collection of ₹647 crore, the film stands tall among the biggest Indian blockbusters of all time. Its grand visuals, star power, and ambitious narrative created a cinematic event that resonated with audiences across the country. The film not only marked a commercial milestone but also raised the bar for Indian science fiction storytelling on the big screen.