Box Office Verdict: Average
Bad Newz, Anand Tiwari’s unconventional comedy about accidental pregnancy, has collected ₹67.22 crore domestically (net), ranking #191 in Filmymojo’s 2024 box office charts. The film emerged as one of the most profitable mid-sized releases of the year.
Box Office Breakdown
Key Stats
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Collection | ₹67.22 crore |
| Current Rank | #191 (2024 Releases) |
| Genre | Comedy-Drama |
| Release Date | July 19, 2024 |
| Director | Anand Tiwari |
| Lead Cast | Vicky Kaushal, Tripti Dimri, Ammy Virk |
Genre Comparison
- Average Comedy-Drama Collection (2024): ₹42.5 crore
- Bad Newz vs. Genre Avg: 58% above benchmark
- Top 2024 Comedy-Dramas:
- Bad Newz (₹67.22 crore)
- Munjya (₹107.22 crore)*
- Srikanth (₹50.51 crore)
(*While classified as horror-comedy, similar quirky tone)
Vicky Kaushal’s Comedy Comeback
The film marks Vicky’s successful return to comedy:
| Movie | Collection (₹ Cr) | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Bad Newz | 67.22 | 2024 |
| Govinda Naam Mera | (OTT) | 2022 |
| *Bhoot – Part 1* | 32.25 | 2020 |
Key Insight: Highest-grossing pure comedy in Vicky’s career.
Budget & Profitability
The film’s smart economics paid off:
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Production Budget | ₹35 crore |
| P&A Spend | ₹15 crore |
| ROI | 2.68x |
| Breakeven Point | Week 2 |
Industry Context: Comedy-dramas typically need 2x to be profitable.
Weekly Performance
Showed rare consistency for a comedy:
| Week | Collection (₹ Cr) | Drop |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ₹28.4 | – |
| 2 | ₹21.8 | 23%↓ |
| 3 | ₹11.2 | 49%↓ |
| 4 | ₹5.82 | 48%↓ |
Remarkable Trend: Just 23% second-week drop is exceptional for comedies.
What Worked?
- Taboo Topic: Rare Bollywood take on accidental pregnancy
- Chemistry: Vicky-Tripti’s pairing felt fresh
- Music: “Tauba Tauba” crossed 150M YouTube views
- Word-of-Mouth: Audiences praised its balanced tone
Controversies That Helped
- CBFC Debate: Received ‘A’ certificate for bold theme
- Moral Police Outrage: Some groups called it “vulgar”
- Pregnancy Humor: Sparked online debates about sensitivity
Final Verdict
With ₹67.22 crore, Bad Newz proves:
- Quirky concepts can work with strong execution
- Vicky Kaushal has untapped comedy potential
- Mid-budget films can thrive alongside spectacles
Watch Recommendation: A refreshing choice for audiences tired of formulaic comedies.
Data Source: Filmymojo Box Office Database