John Abraham's The Diplomat faces slow start at Box Office

John Abraham’s latest film, ‘The Diplomat’  has opened to a slow start at the box office, with advance bookings indicating a dull start. Despite releasing during the extended Holi weekend, the film has struggled to generate significant pre-release buzz. 

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Advance booking reports reveal that The Diplomat approximately sold 12,000 tickets across major national chains, including PVR, Inox, and Cinepolis for its opening day. These figures position the film among Abraham’s lowest openers in recent years. In comparison, his previous releases have seen more  robust  advance sales highlighting trends for the current  film. 

Industry analysts predict that The Diplomat may collect between ₹2 to ₹2.5 crore on its first day. Such numbers are modest, especially considering the holiday period, which typically boosts box office earnings. The film's performance is further challenged by ongoing competition from Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava, which continues to dominate the box office and maintain a substantial share of show counts nationwide.

The film's underwhelming start raises questions about its ability to recover in the coming days. While positive word-of-mouth could potentially improve its performance, the initial indicators suggest an uphill battle. The film's reception in the following days will be crucial in determining its overall success and longevity in theaters.

In conclusion, The Diplomat has commenced its box office journey on a slow note, with advance bookings and initial collections falling short of expectations. The film's future performance will heavily depend on audience reception and word-of-mouth promotion in the days ahead.