Alia Bhatt starrer 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' is soaring high! 
 
Sanjay Leela Bhansali turned out to be a major success of Bollywood and managed to bring the audience back to the theatres after the brief wave of the pandemic.&nbsp; 
 
In the first six days of release, the movie has earned Rs 63.53 crore, as per trade analyst Taran Adarsh.

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#GangubaiKathiawadi Fri 10.50 cr, Sat 13.32 cr, Sun 15.30 cr, Mon 8.19 cr, Tue 10.01 cr, Wed 6.21 cr. Total: ₹ 63.53 cr. #India biz,” said Taran Adarsh, film critic. 
 
Looking at the numbers, the movie will enter the Rs 100 crore club soon, &nbsp;"If the film holds on strong levels in Weekend 2 and beyond, it will be the fourth Hindi film to hit Rs 100-crore mark after 'Sooryavanshi', '83' and the Hindi-version of 'Pushpa: The Rise'," Taran Adarsh wrote. 
 
The movie has managed to meet the expectations as it is Bhatt's big release after years as well as Sanjay Leela Bhansali's first release post 'Padmaavat' which was released in 2018.&nbsp;

<a href="http://13.235.153.162/entertainment/bollywood/news-gangubai-kathiawadi-review-alia-bhatt-is-a-scene-stealer-in-sanjay-leela-bhansalis-visual-drama-456294" hreflang="en">'Gangubai Kathiawadi' review: Alia Bhatt is a scene-stealer in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's visual drama</a> 
 
SLB's drama was released in cinemas in a time when there's no big holiday weekend and any special occasion and cinemas are still not allowing 100% occupancy all over and night curfews are still there in many parts of the country. However, the movie managed to surpass all the hurdles and had a good start.&nbsp; 
 
'Gangubai Kathiawadi' is the story of one of the most powerful, loved and respected madams of Mumbai’s red-light area Kamathipura during the 1960s. 
 
The movie is produced by Bhansali and Jayantilal Gada (Pen Studios). The movie also stars Vijay Raaz, Seema Pahwa, and Indira Tiwari. Ajay Devgn and Emraan Hashmi feature in extended cameo appearances.

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Alia Bhatt starrer 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' is soaring high! Sanjay Leela Bhansali turned out to be a major success of Bollywood and managed to bring the audience back to the theatres after the brief wave of the pandemic.

Alia Bhatt starrer 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' is soaring high! Sanjay Leela Bhansali turned out to be a major success of Bollywood and managed to bring the audience back to the theatres after the brief wave of the pandemic. In the first six days of release, the movie has earned Rs 63.53 crore, as per trade analyst Taran Adarsh. 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' opens to heartening collections, Bhansali thanks real Gangubai #GangubaiKathiawadi Fri 10.50 cr, Sat 13.32 cr, Sun 15.30 cr, Mon 8.19 cr, Tue 10.01 cr, Wed 6.21 cr. Total: ₹ 63.53 cr. #India biz,” said Taran Adarsh, film critic. Looking at the numbers, the movie will enter the Rs 100 crore club soon, "If the film holds on strong levels in Weekend 2 and beyond, it will be the fourth Hindi film to hit Rs 100-crore mark after 'Sooryavanshi', '83' and the Hindi-version of 'Pushpa: The Rise'," Taran Adarsh wrote. The movie has managed to meet the expectations as it is Bhatt's big release after years as well as Sanjay Leela Bhansali's first release post 'Padmaavat' which was released in 2018. 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' review: Alia Bhatt is a scene-stealer in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's visual drama SLB's drama was released in cinemas in a time when there's no big holiday weekend and any special occasion and cinemas are still not allowing 100% occupancy all over and night curfews are still there in many parts of the country. However, the movie managed to surpass all the hurdles and had a good start. 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' is the story of one of the most powerful, loved and respected madams of Mumbai’s red-light area Kamathipura during the 1960s. The movie is produced by Bhansali and Jayantilal Gada (Pen Studios). The movie also stars Vijay Raaz, Seema Pahwa, and Indira Tiwari. Ajay Devgn and Emraan Hashmi feature in extended cameo appearances.

'Gangubai Kathiawadi' box office: Alia Bhatt-starrer races towards Rs 100 crore mark

Belying the myth that women-centric films receive a tame welcome from the audience, 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' has recorded all-India collections of approximately 10 crore rupees on an opening day. The Friday opening combined with the weekend it has collected approximately Rs 35 crores. This, considering the &nbsp;Covid strictures and 50 per cent occupancy in theatres in several states, is very very impressive for a female-centric film.

Trade guru Taran Adarsh analyzes, “Two names are responsible for the solid start of Gangubai Kathiawadi: Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Alia Bhatt. These two names have brought audiences back to cinema halls, but the reason why the film has worked and worked so well with the viewers is that it has Sanjay Leela Bhansali stamp all over it.”

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Praising Bhansali’s vision, Taran says, “Sanjay Leela Bhansali is a genius, a magician and someone whom the audience respects. They know that if they are going to watch a Sanjay Leela Bhansali film, the emphasis will be on content and that's what Gangubai Kathiawadi offers. At a time when people are craving for good content, Gangubai Kathiawadi reaffirms the fact that a good story will always find takers.”

Taran feels happy days are here for the film industry. “With this film, the industry is smiling again. With this film, the housefull boards are back again. With this film, cinemas are back again. With this film, moviegoers are back again. Await the forthcoming releases. Picture abhi baki hai.”

Bihar exhibitor &nbsp;Roshan Singh says the film is showing increased collections with every show. “It is an amazing film. It has the full &nbsp;Sanjay Leela Bhansali stamp on it. Mesmerizing visuals, a&nbsp;powerful story and an outstanding performance by Alia Bhatt. &nbsp;The collections are jumping with every show. I think Gangubai will eventually be one &nbsp;of &nbsp;the biggest moneyspinners from Bhansali Saab.”

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Sanjay Bhansali wonders why films with female heroes open to fewer collections than their male counterparts. &nbsp;“Why this gender discrimination? The male or female protagonist, &nbsp;the content should dictate the choice of the audience. I am glad Gangubai has been so widely appreciated. I can feel the real Gangubai’s soul blessing our film. If she &nbsp;saw this &nbsp;film &nbsp;I know she would have been happy.”

Belying the myth that women-centric films receive a tame welcome from the audience, 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' has recorded all-India collections of approximately 10 crore rupees on an opening day.

Belying the myth that women-centric films receive a tame welcome from the audience, 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' has recorded all-India collections of approximately 10 crore rupees on an opening day. The Friday opening combined with the weekend it has collected approximately Rs 35 crores. This, considering the Covid strictures and 50 per cent occupancy in theatres in several states, is very very impressive for a female-centric film. Trade guru Taran Adarsh analyzes, “Two names are responsible for the solid start of Gangubai Kathiawadi: Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Alia Bhatt. These two names have brought audiences back to cinema halls, but the reason why the film has worked and worked so well with the viewers is that it has Sanjay Leela Bhansali stamp all over it.” Bollywood films & their love for real-life gangsters: Gangubai Kathiawadi to Haseena Parkar Praising Bhansali’s vision, Taran says, “Sanjay Leela Bhansali is a genius, a magician and someone whom the audience respects. They know that if they are going to watch a Sanjay Leela Bhansali film, the emphasis will be on content and that's what Gangubai Kathiawadi offers. At a time when people are craving for good content, Gangubai Kathiawadi reaffirms the fact that a good story will always find takers.” Taran feels happy days are here for the film industry. “With this film, the industry is smiling again. With this film, the housefull boards are back again. With this film, cinemas are back again. With this film, moviegoers are back again. Await the forthcoming releases. Picture abhi baki hai.” Bihar exhibitor Roshan Singh says the film is showing increased collections with every show. “It is an amazing film. It has the full Sanjay Leela Bhansali stamp on it. Mesmerizing visuals, a powerful story and an outstanding performance by Alia Bhatt. The collections are jumping with every show. I think Gangubai will eventually be one of the biggest moneyspinners from Bhansali Saab.” Also read: 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' review: Alia Bhatt is a scene-stealer in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's visual drama Sanjay Bhansali wonders why films with female heroes open to fewer collections than their male counterparts. “Why this gender discrimination? The male or female protagonist, the content should dictate the choice of the audience. I am glad Gangubai has been so widely appreciated. I can feel the real Gangubai’s soul blessing our film. If she saw this film I know she would have been happy.”

'Gangubai Kathiawadi' opens to heartening collections, Bhansali thanks real Gangubai

Alia Bhatt's much-awaited movie 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' was finally released in theatres on Friday, February 25, after facing a much delay due to the covid-19 pandemic.&nbsp; 
 
Expectations are very high from the film considering it is Bhatt's big release after years as well as Sanjay Leela Bhansali's first release post 'Padmaavat' which was released in 2018.&nbsp;

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SLB's drama was released in cinemas in a time when there's no big holiday weekend and any special occasion and cinemas are still not allowing 100% occupancy all over and night curfews are still&nbsp;there in many parts of the country. However, the movie managed to surpass all the hurdles and had&nbsp;a good start.&nbsp;

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The film raked in collections in the range of Rs 10 crore on its opening day as per early estimates. The movie has become the pandemic's third-biggest opener as of now.&nbsp; 
 
Before Gangubai, Akshay Kumar's big Diwali release 'Sooryavanshi' raked in Rs 23 crore and later, Ranveer Singh starrer sports movie '83', which was released on Christmas collected Rs 12 crore on its opening day.&nbsp;

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Trade Analyst Taran Adarsh shared on Twitter, “#GangubaiKathiawadi surprises on Day 1… Opens higher than #Raazi [pre-Covid release]… While the *industry/trade* was expecting ₹ 6.25 cr – ₹ 7.25 cr, the strong word of mouth help biz escalate evening show onwards… Fri ₹ 10.50 cr. #India biz.”&nbsp;

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'Gangubai Kathiawadi' is the story of one of the most powerful, loved and respected madams of Mumbai’s red-light area Kamathipura during the 1960s 
 
The movie is produced by Bhansali and Jayantilal Gada (Pen Studios). The movie also stars Vijay Raaz, Seema Pahwa, and Indira Tiwari. Ajay Devgn and Emraan Hashmi feature in extended cameo appearances.

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Alia Bhatt's much-awaited movie 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' was finally released in theatres on Friday, February 25, after facing a much delay due to the covid-19 pandemic.

Alia Bhatt's much-awaited movie 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' was finally released in theatres on Friday, February 25, after facing a much delay due to the covid-19 pandemic. Expectations are very high from the film considering it is Bhatt's big release after years as well as Sanjay Leela Bhansali's first release post 'Padmaavat' which was released in 2018. Gangubai Kathiawadi' review: Alia Bhatt is a scene-stealer in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's visual drama TOP 3 *DAY 1* - PANDEMIC TIMES… 1. #Sooryavanshi: ₹ 26.29 cr [#Diwali] 2. #83TheFilm: ₹ 12.64 cr [#Christmas] 3. #GangubaiKathiawadi: ₹ 10.50 cr [non-holiday release]#Hindi films. Nett BOC. #India biz. pic.twitter.com/ADylwrD5C9 — taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) February 26, 2022 × SLB's drama was released in cinemas in a time when there's no big holiday weekend and any special occasion and cinemas are still not allowing 100% occupancy all over and night curfews are still there in many parts of the country. However, the movie managed to surpass all the hurdles and had a good start. Bollywood films & their love for real life gangsters: Gangubai Kathiawadi to Haseena Parkar #GangubaiKathiawadi surprises on Day 1… Opens higher than #Raazi [pre-Covid release]… While the *industry/trade* was expecting ₹ 6.25 cr - ₹ 7.25 cr, the strong word of mouth help biz escalate evening show onwards… Fri ₹ 10.50 cr. #India biz. pic.twitter.com/bajQrEHV29 — taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) February 26, 2022 × The film raked in collections in the range of Rs 10 crore on its opening day as per early estimates. The movie has become the pandemic's third-biggest opener as of now. Before Gangubai, Akshay Kumar's big Diwali release 'Sooryavanshi' raked in Rs 23 crore and later, Ranveer Singh starrer sports movie '83', which was released on Christmas collected Rs 12 crore on its opening day. 'Romcom bimbo' to 'dumb nepo kids': 8 absurd comments by Kangana Ranaut on celebs that will crack you up Trade Analyst Taran Adarsh shared on Twitter, “#GangubaiKathiawadi surprises on Day 1… Opens higher than #Raazi [pre-Covid release]… While the *industry/trade* was expecting ₹ 6.25 cr – ₹ 7.25 cr, the strong word of mouth help biz escalate evening show onwards… Fri ₹ 10.50 cr. #India biz.” 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' is the story of one of the most powerful, loved and respected madams of Mumbai’s red-light area Kamathipura during the 1960s The movie is produced by Bhansali and Jayantilal Gada (Pen Studios). The movie also stars Vijay Raaz, Seema Pahwa, and Indira Tiwari. Ajay Devgn and Emraan Hashmi feature in extended cameo appearances.

Gangubai Kathiawadi Box Office: Alia Bhatt starrer rakes in good numbers on day 1

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's big release 'Ganguabai Kathiawadi' hits cinemas across the country on February 25. It is the second big Bollywood release post 'Badhai Do' to hit cinemas and expectations are very high from the film considering it is Alia Bhatt's big release after years as well as Bhansali's first release post 'Padmaavat' which was released in 2018.&nbsp; 
 
Trade experts analyse how big the film will be at the box office.&nbsp; 
 
Taran Adarsh (trade analyst, movie critic): &nbsp;“I am very, very optimistic when it comes to 'Gangubai Kathiawadi'. Main reason: it's an SLB film. An SLB film is special, in my opinion, he is the best storyteller in India along with SS Rajamouli. The art of combining story and breathtaking visuals is a rarity and SLB scores brownie points for it.Also, the subject he chooses in film after film is genuinely out of the box. 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' is one story I am extremely keen to watch on celluloid. Also, he has cast Alia Bhatt in a role of a lifetime and I am sure, her performance will stand out in her repertoire.I am very confident, SLB will bring back the audience in large numbers. He has always done it in the past. Will happen again. The success of Sooryavanshi, Pushpa and Spiderman have proved, yet again, that moviegoers want wholesome entertainment. Gangubai Kathiawadi should emerge a success story too. Fingers crossed.”

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Akshay Rathi(movie exhibitor): &nbsp;“I think the biggest USP of 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' is the &nbsp;manwho has &nbsp;made the &nbsp;film, Mr Sanjay Leela Bhansali and &nbsp;his brilliant cinematic vision. This is the man who thinks ‘epic’ in every sense: we have seen that in &nbsp;pretty &nbsp;much all &nbsp;his films. When &nbsp;you go back to his&nbsp; 'Hum…Dil De Chuke Sanam', 'Devdas' and his more recent film like 'Bajirao Mastani' and 'Padmavat'&nbsp; we are talking &nbsp;about a &nbsp;cinema that is crafted for movie theatres. Who better &nbsp;equipped &nbsp;to bring back the &nbsp;audience into &nbsp;theatres with&nbsp; 'Gangubai Kathiawadi'? Mr Bhansali &nbsp;sleeps,dreams, breathes epic cinema.”

Atul Mohan(trade &nbsp;analyst): &nbsp;“Alia Bhatt is among one of the most bankable female stars today and Sanjay Leela Bhansali is one of the finest storytellers we have. The way Bhansali presents his heroines , nobody else does.This combination of Alia and SLB looks very lethal and we have Ajay Devgn also in the film. Combine all these brands and it looks like a perfect film to bring back the audience to the cinemas. We need one big film every month to work for the trade. We saw that in 'Sooryavanshi', 'Spider-Man: No Way Home'&nbsp;and 'Pushpa' last year after business resumed and Gangubai has to retain that flow of success at the BO. The rest depends on audience's verdict.”

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Girish Johar(trade analyst,producer): “'Gangubai Kathiawadi' is definitely a big film coming from the stalwarts’ team of Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Ajay Devgn and powerhouse performer, Alia Bhatt. It’s one of the prestigious films of the year and has generated tremendous expectations. The respective fans of SLB, Devgan and Alia are eagerly awaiting and cinema lovers are also keen to watch this spectacle on the big screen. The film has been mounted on a big scale and is expected to have a good start at the box office. The film is surely to bring relief to the exhibition fraternity and definitely has the power to bring audiences back to the cinemas. Promotions of the film have to start, which will surely add to the excitement and will be talk of the town, in times to come. Really hope that the film is received well at the BO and it provides the much needed impetus to film industry.”

Roshan Singh(film exhibitor Bihar): “I am a hundred percent &nbsp;confident that &nbsp;Gangubai Kathiawadi would the biggest hit of the the &nbsp;past two years, bigger than Pushpa. I remember &nbsp;Mr Bhansali’s 'Hum…Dil De Chuke Sanam',&nbsp; 'Devdas' and Black were all released &nbsp;in my theatre. They were all huge hits, &nbsp;specially Devdas which ran for &nbsp;25 weeks in &nbsp;my theatre. People &nbsp;just kept coming back over and over again to see &nbsp;it, to hear the dialogues to watch the songs. &nbsp;I am confident &nbsp;history will repeat itself with 'Gangubai Kaithiawadi'.”

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Sanjay Leela Bhansali's big release 'Ganguabai Kathiawadi' hits cinemas across the country on February 25. It is the second big Bollywood release post 'Badhai Do' to hit cinemas and expectations are very high from the film considering it is Alia Bhatt's big release after years as well as Bhansali's first release post 'Padmaavat' which was released in 2018.

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's big release 'Ganguabai Kathiawadi' hits cinemas across the country on February 25. It is the second big Bollywood release post 'Badhai Do' to hit cinemas and expectations are very high from the film considering it is Alia Bhatt's big release after years as well as Bhansali's first release post 'Padmaavat' which was released in 2018. Trade experts analyse how big the film will be at the box office. Taran Adarsh (trade analyst, movie critic): “I am very, very optimistic when it comes to 'Gangubai Kathiawadi'. Main reason: it's an SLB film. An SLB film is special, in my opinion, he is the best storyteller in India along with SS Rajamouli. The art of combining story and breathtaking visuals is a rarity and SLB scores brownie points for it.Also, the subject he chooses in film after film is genuinely out of the box. 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' is one story I am extremely keen to watch on celluloid. Also, he has cast Alia Bhatt in a role of a lifetime and I am sure, her performance will stand out in her repertoire.I am very confident, SLB will bring back the audience in large numbers. He has always done it in the past. Will happen again. The success of Sooryavanshi, Pushpa and Spiderman have proved, yet again, that moviegoers want wholesome entertainment. Gangubai Kathiawadi should emerge a success story too. Fingers crossed.” Bollywood films & their love for real life gangsters: Gangubai Kathiawadi to Haseena Parkar Akshay Rathi(movie exhibitor): “I think the biggest USP of 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' is the manwho has made the film, Mr Sanjay Leela Bhansali and his brilliant cinematic vision. This is the man who thinks ‘epic’ in every sense: we have seen that in pretty much all his films. When you go back to his 'Hum…Dil De Chuke Sanam', 'Devdas' and his more recent film like 'Bajirao Mastani' and 'Padmavat' we are talking about a cinema that is crafted for movie theatres. Who better equipped to bring back the audience into theatres with 'Gangubai Kathiawadi'? Mr Bhansali sleeps,dreams, breathes epic cinema.” Atul Mohan(trade analyst): “Alia Bhatt is among one of the most bankable female stars today and Sanjay Leela Bhansali is one of the finest storytellers we have. The way Bhansali presents his heroines , nobody else does.This combination of Alia and SLB looks very lethal and we have Ajay Devgn also in the film. Combine all these brands and it looks like a perfect film to bring back the audience to the cinemas. We need one big film every month to work for the trade. We saw that in 'Sooryavanshi', 'Spider-Man: No Way Home' and 'Pushpa' last year after business resumed and Gangubai has to retain that flow of success at the BO. The rest depends on audience's verdict.” Gangubai Kathiawadi' review: Alia Bhatt is a scene-stealer in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's visual drama Girish Johar(trade analyst,producer): “'Gangubai Kathiawadi' is definitely a big film coming from the stalwarts’ team of Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Ajay Devgn and powerhouse performer, Alia Bhatt. It’s one of the prestigious films of the year and has generated tremendous expectations. The respective fans of SLB, Devgan and Alia are eagerly awaiting and cinema lovers are also keen to watch this spectacle on the big screen. The film has been mounted on a big scale and is expected to have a good start at the box office. The film is surely to bring relief to the exhibition fraternity and definitely has the power to bring audiences back to the cinemas. Promotions of the film have to start, which will surely add to the excitement and will be talk of the town, in times to come. Really hope that the film is received well at the BO and it provides the much needed impetus to film industry.” Roshan Singh(film exhibitor Bihar): “I am a hundred percent confident that Gangubai Kathiawadi would the biggest hit of the the past two years, bigger than Pushpa. I remember Mr Bhansali’s 'Hum…Dil De Chuke Sanam', 'Devdas' and Black were all released in my theatre. They were all huge hits, specially Devdas which ran for 25 weeks in my theatre. People just kept coming back over and over again to see it, to hear the dialogues to watch the songs. I am confident history will repeat itself with 'Gangubai Kaithiawadi'.” WATCH: Exclusive Interview with 'Gangubai' Alia Bhatt

How big will 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' be at the box office? Trade experts analyze

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