With the release of Jolly LLB 3 just hours away, the final advance booking numbers are in, giving us a clearer picture of the film’s opening day prospects. The pre-sales indicate a moderate start, suggesting that the courtroom comedy will rely heavily on spot bookings and positive word-of-mouth to achieve a strong first-day total.
The film, which brings together Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi in the beloved franchise, is set to release tomorrow, September 19.
A Closer Look At The Pre-Sales
As of Thursday evening, the advance bookings for Jolly LLB 3 in the three national multiplex chains (PVR, INOX, and Cinepolis) are heading towards a final count of around 40,000 to 45,000 tickets. While these are decent figures, trade analysts note that the numbers are lower than what might be expected from a major franchise film.
The pre-sales for the film are about 30 percent higher than other releases this year like Param Sundari and Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya. However, the initial momentum was slightly affected by showcasing issues in national chains earlier in the week.
What This Means For Opening Day
With moderate advance sales, the film’s performance on Friday will be driven by the walk-in audience. The primary goal for Jolly LLB 3 is to cross the double-digit mark and earn over ₹10 crore on its first day. A good benchmark is this year’s Sitaare Zameen Par, which sold nearly 50,000 tickets in advance and went on to collect ₹10.50 crore on its opening day. The closer Jolly LLB 3 gets to that pre-sale figure, the better its chances are for a strong start.
Film Details And Weekend Prospects
Jolly LLB 3 is getting a wide release on about 3,500 screens across India and has a runtime of 2 hours and 37 minutes. Ultimately, the film’s success will be determined by its content. It is being seen as a “Saturday film,” meaning a strong jump in collections on the second day, fueled by positive audience reviews, is crucial. A 60 percent surge on Saturday would set it up for a healthy opening weekend. Given director Subhash Kapoor’s strong track record, the hope is that the film’s story will resonate with viewers and ensure steady footfalls.
About Jolly LLB 3
Jolly LLB 3 is the third installment in the popular courtroom comedy-drama franchise. Directed by Subhash Kapoor, the film brings together Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi for the first time in the series, reprising their roles as two different lawyers named Jolly. The film also stars Huma Qureshi and Saurabh Shukla.
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