“You’ll love it.”
That was the thought that stuck in our minds when we first watched this movie today at 8:30 am.
Yesterday, on the auspicious occasion of Christmas, Baby John hit the screen and is already poised to break old records while setting new ones.
This has been one of the most anticipated Varun Dhawan movies in a long time, not just for its storyline but also for its intriguing star cast. The film is directed and produced by Kalees and Atlee.
According to TimesNow, Varun Dhawan’s Baby John movie has achieved tremendous bookings. Let’s review this movie to see its Baby John box office collection day 1 and how it performed in the theatre.
Baby John Movie Cast
Recently released, Baby John movie is gaining huge appreciation for its story and performances. Here is the star cast of the movie.
- Varun Dhawan – played as DCP Satya Verma IPS
- Keerthy Suresh – as Dr. Meera Verma
- Wamiqa Gabbi – as Adhira / Tara Verman IPS, Khushi’s teacher
- Zara Zyanna – as Khushi Verma (Satya and Meera’s daughter)
- Jackie Shroff – as Babbar Sher/ Nanaji
- Rajpal Yadav – Head Constable
- Sheeba Chaddha – as Madhvi Verma (Satya’s mother)
- Shrikant Yadav – as Bhima Rane (Nanaji’s younger brother)
- Salman Khan – Agent Bhaijaan
- Vikram Singh – as Sub-inspector
Baby John Budget
The estimated budget for the Baby John movie is approximately Rs. 160 crore including media, promotion, and advertising costs.
The film’s performance in the upcoming days will be crucial in determining its overall success and return on investment (ROI).
Baby John Release Date
The movie was released on December 25, 2024, on Christmas Day. In the below sections, you will find details about ‘Baby John box office collection day 1.’
Baby John Movie Review and Ratings
Yeah, it’s amazing to see that in just one day, Baby John’s movie has elicited a blend of praise and criticism.
Time of India (TOI) rated the film 2.5 out of 5 stars. It is noted that while Varun Dhawan impresses in his dual role, the narrative remains predictable.
NDTV awarded a 2 out of 5 stars rating to this movie. According to them, the movie emerged as a rehash lacking mass appeal.
According to IMDb, their reviews highlight the film’s emotional depth, with one featured review rating it 7.2 out of 10. They praise its portrayal of personal triumphs and setbacks.
According to Google stats, approximately 86% of users liked and expressed a positive response and referred to a film as a memorable ‘Christmas gift.’ If talk about the IMDb reviews, the movie represents the true image of humanity as Baby John.
Taran Adarsh Review Baby John
Taran Adarsh, a famous movie analyst also reviewed and rated this movie, 3.5/5 on his social media platforms,
“Hardcore mass entertainer packaged with striking action pieces…”
Overall, Baby John is receiving a bunch of reactions. Audiences appreciate Varun Dhawan’s performance and the film’s emotional narrative, while critics point out its reliance on familiar tropes and lack of innovation.
Baby John box office collection day 1
Let’s check out the Baby John box office collection on day 1.
“Baby John,” starring Varun Dhawan, debuted on Christmas Day with an estimated opening of Rs. 12.5 crore in India. This performance is slightly below the Rs. 13 crore projected by industry analysts. In comparison, the original film “Theri,” featuring Vijay, amassed approximately Rs. 18.1 crores domestically on its first day in 2016.
Despite mixed critical reviews, “Baby John” has been well appreciated by audiences, with a 4.5-star rating on Google and 86% of users expressing their appreciation. The film’s IMDb rating stands at 7.2 out of 10, based on 23 user reviews. The film faced stiff competition from “Pushpa 2” which earned Rs. 19.75 crore on its 21st day, and the Kannada action thriller “Max,” starring Kichcha Sudeep, which grossed Rs. 10 crore on its opening day.
As the holiday season continues, it will be interesting to see whether “Baby John” can maintain its charm and achieve higher box office numbers in the coming days.
Wrapping Up
In a nutshell, Baby John delivers a mixed bag of entertainment that leaves its mark despite the familiar formula. Varun Dhawan delivers a standout performance as DCP Satya Verma. Will Baby John set new records? Only time will tell.
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