Box Office Verdict: Flop
Savi, the Abhinay Deo-directed thriller starring Divya Khosla Kumar and Anil Kapoor, has managed only ₹8.05 crore domestically (net), ranking #925 in Filmymojo’s 2024 box office charts. The film failed to capitalize on its intriguing premise and star cast.
Box Office Breakdown
Key Stats
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Collection | ₹8.05 crore |
| Current Rank | #925 (2024 Releases) |
| Genre | Psychological Thriller |
| Release Date | May 31, 2024 |
| Director | Abhinay Deo |
| Lead Cast | Divya Khosla Kumar, Anil Kapoor, Harshvardhan Rane |
Genre Comparison
- Average Thriller Collection (2024): ₹42.6 crore
- Savi vs. Genre Avg: 81% below benchmark
- Top 2024 Thrillers:
- Shaitaan (₹150.35 crore
- Murder Mubarak (OTT)
- Savi (₹8.05 crore)
Divya Khosla Kumar’s Box Office Track Record
Savi continues Divya’s struggle to find box office success:
| Movie | Collection (₹ Cr) | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Satyameva Jayate 2 | 13.88 | 2021 |
| Yaariyan 2 | 2.24 | 2023 |
| Savi | 8.05 | 2024 |
Key Insight: Despite a strong supporting cast, Divya’s films have consistently underperformed.
Budget vs. Business
The film’s limited returns highlight its commercial failure:
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Production Budget | ₹25 crore |
| P&A Spend | ₹10 crore |
| ROI | 0.32x |
| Breakeven | Not Achieved |
Industry Context: Needed at least ₹50 crore to recover costs.
Weekly Performance
Steep declines plagued the film from Week 1:
| Week | Collection (₹ Cr) | Drop |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ₹5.12 | – |
| 2 | ₹2.03 | 60%↓ |
| 3 | ₹0.72 | 65%↓ |
| 4 | ₹0.18 | 75%↓ |
Problem Areas:
- Poor word-of-mouth
- Limited screen count due to competition (Mr. & Mrs. Mahi, Chhota Bheem)
Audience Reception
- IMDb Rating: 5.2/10 (Mixed to negative)
- CinemaScore: C+ (Below average)
- Social Media Buzz: Minimal, with only 3 days of trending
What Went Wrong?
- Weak Marketing: Failed to create pre-release hype
- Genre Confusion: Marketed as a thriller but lacked suspense
- Competition: Overshadowed by bigger releases
- Lead Cast Appeal: Divya Khosla Kumar lacks box office pull
Final Verdict
With just ₹8.05 crore, Savi joins 2024’s list of box office disappointments. While the film had an interesting premise, its execution and marketing failed to connect with audiences.
Watch Recommendation: Only for die-hard thriller fans; others can skip.
Data Source: Filmymojo Box Office Database