Box Office Verdict: Flop
Vedaa, Nikhil Advani’s action thriller starring John Abraham and Sharvari Wagh, has collected ₹20.31 crore domestically (net), ranking #559 in Filmymojo’s 2024 box office charts. The film performed moderately given its niche appeal and competition.
Box Office Breakdown
Key Stats
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Collection | ₹20.31 crore |
| Current Rank | #559 (2024 Releases) |
| Genre | Action-Thriller |
| Release Date | August 15, 2024 |
| Director | Nikhil Advani |
| Lead Cast | John Abraham, Sharvari Wagh |
Genre Comparison
- Average Action-Thriller Collection (2024): ₹45.2 crore
- Vedaa vs. Genre Avg: 55% below benchmark
- Top 2024 Action-Thrillers:
- Fighter (₹215.2 crore)
- Article 370 (₹82.32 crore)
- Vedaa (₹20.31 crore)
John Abraham’s Action Film Track Record
Vedaa ranks mid-tier in John’s action filmography:
| Movie | Collection (₹ Cr) | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Pathaan | ₹542.2 | 2023 |
| Attack | ₹16.3 | 2022 |
| Vedaa | ₹20.31 | 2024 |
| Satyameva Jayate 2 | ₹13.88 | 2021 |
Key Insight: John’s solo action films consistently underperform compared to ensemble actioners.
Budget & Profitability
The film’s limited returns highlight its commercial challenges:
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Production Budget | ₹50 crore |
| P&A Spend | ₹15 crore |
| ROI | 0.40x |
| Breakeven | Not Achieved |
Industry Context: Needed ₹100 crore to recover costs.
Weekly Performance
Steep declines plagued the film:
| Week | Collection (₹ Cr) | Drop |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ₹12.5 | – |
| 2 | ₹5.2 | 58%↓ |
| 3 | ₹1.9 | 63%↓ |
| 4 | ₹0.71 | 63%↓ |
Problem Areas:
- 58% second-week drop worse than average for action films (~45%)
- Per-screen average never crossed ₹15,000
What Went Wrong?
- Clash with Stree 2: Lost premium screens to the horror hit
- Niche Appeal: Dark tone limited mass connectivity
- Marketing Gaps: Failed to highlight USP effectively
- John Abraham Fatigue: Fifth similar role in 4 years
Audience Reception
- IMDb Rating: 6.1/10 (Mixed reviews)
- CinemaScore: B (Average)
- Social Media Buzz:
- #Vedaa trended for just 2 days
- 42% lower engagement than John’s previous films
Final Verdict
With ₹20.31 crore, Vedaa continues John Abraham’s struggle to find solo success outside franchises. The film proves that even proven formulas need freshness to connect with audiences.
Watch Recommendation: Only for hardcore John Abraham fans; others can wait for OTT.
Data Source: Filmymojo Box Office Database