‘Neerja’ box office collections: Sonam Kapoor’s film opens to a good start, earns Rs 4.70 cr on day 1

‘Neerja’ box office collections: Sonam Kapoor starring ‘Neerja’ box office collections garnered Rs 4.70 crore on day 1. The film released around 700 screens in the country and has shown a good occupancy in theatres on day 1. The film’s strong plot and amazing word of mouth has aided the film shine at box office.

Movie critics said the movie’s business witnessed topnotch growth towards evening and night shows. On weekends the footfall is expected to increase and likewise the figures at box office. Indeed the movie ‘Neerja’ has received positive upshot from all corners.

Directed by Ram Madhvani, the film also stars Shabana Azmi and Shekhar Ravijiani in the pivotal roles. It is based on the real life story of PanAm Flight 73 attendant Neerja Bhanot who saved the lives of many during a hijack on September 5, 1986.

Even though Neerja released in fewer screens, it has a lucid run at the cinemas.