Nachiket Samant's crime thriller Baby Do Die Do witnessed a healthy growth at the Indian box office on its 2nd day of release. Starring Huma Qureshi in the lead role, the film collected approximately ₹69 lakh net on Saturday, July 4, marking a 30.19% increase from its opening day earnings of ₹53 lakh.
The film's cumulative India net collection after two days now stands at ₹1.22 crore. The film, which also features Sikandar Kher, Chunky Pandey, Seema Pahwa, and Rachit Singh in key roles, had a modest opening on July 3 with ₹53 lakh in net collections. The growth on day 2 indicates positive word-of-mouth is starting to take effect.
Competition and Box Office Challenges
Baby Do Die Do has been facing stiff competition from other releases, particularly Yash Raj Films' high-profile spy thriller Alpha, which continues to dominate the box office. Despite the competition, the film has managed to maintain its presence, with positive reviews from critics giving it a fighting chance. The film's modest total of ₹1.22 crore on a reported budget of ₹25 crore highlights the challenges of mid-budget films in a crowded market.
The film, directed by Nachiket Samant and produced by Saqib Saleem and Huma Qureshi under the banner Saleem Siblings and Pune-04 Picture LLP, has received positive reviews for Qureshi's performance as Baby, a deaf and mute contract killer in Mumbai. However, commercial entertainers like Welcome To The Jungle and Alpha have impacted its screen count and box office performance. Despite the positive word-of-mouth, the film is yet to find its footing at the ticket windows.
Cast, Crew and Reception
Baby Do Die Do features Huma Qureshi in a career-defining role as Baby Karmarkar, a hitwoman who leads a double life in Mumbai. The cast includes Sikandar Kher as real estate mafioso Zafar, Chunky Pandey as Papa, and Seema Pahwa as a senior officer hunting for Baby. The screenplay has been written by Jasmeet K Reen, Nachiket Samant, and Parveez Shaikh, with cinematography by Tojo Xavier and music by Arjun Iyer.
Critics have praised the film's visual style and Qureshi's restrained performance, describing it as a refreshingly unique action thriller comedy. With the release of other commercial entertainers, the film's theatrical run faces an uphill battle. Industry experts predict the film may struggle to recover its investment, with lifetime collections expected to remain modest. The film's journey serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of audience preferences in a competitive market.