{"id":70039,"date":"2024-03-11T16:30:05","date_gmt":"2024-03-11T16:30:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pakistaninewspaperlist.com\/news\/shaitaan-opens-with-strong-nod-at-global-box-office\/"},"modified":"2024-03-11T16:30:05","modified_gmt":"2024-03-11T16:30:05","slug":"shaitaan-opens-with-strong-nod-at-global-box-office","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pakistaninewspaperlist.com\/news\/shaitaan-opens-with-strong-nod-at-global-box-office\/","title":{"rendered":"\u2018Shaitaan\u2019 opens with strong nod at Global Box Office"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The psychological thriller Bollywood film, Shaitaan, featuring Ajay Devgn, R Madhavan, and Jyothika, has opened strongly at the Global Box Office during its debut weekend.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The film, which translates to \u201cThe Devil,\u201d centers around a home invasion plot with a supernatural element.<\/p>\n

According to Variety, the global weekend gross for the horror flick stands at $9.8 million, encompassing earnings from both Indian and international markets.<\/p>\n

Internationally, the movie has achieved a weekend gross of $1.8 million, making it Ajay Devgn\u2019s second-highest overseas opening.<\/p>\n

The movie, Shaitaan, directed by Vikas Bahl closely follows the $2.3 million overseas opening of Drishyam 2 in 2022, another successful project by Panorama Studios.<\/p>\n

Since its release on March 8, the film has witnessed a notable 64.7 percent surge in major international territories such as the USA, Canada, UK, Australia, and New Zealand, as reported by Koimoi.<\/p>\n

This film represents the first collaboration between Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani\u2019s Jio Studios, Bollywood veteran Ajay Devgn\u2019s Devgn Films, and Panorama Studios.<\/p>\n

Beyond its positive reception with the audience, Shaitaan, has set multiple records, contributing to Devgn\u2019s sixth-largest weekend box office performance of all time.<\/p>\n

\u2018Shaitaan\u2019 Is A Remake of The 2023 Gujarati Film \u2018Vash\u2019<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The film follows the story of a man named Kabir, played by Devgn, and his family, whose planned weekend getaway takes an unexpected turn when they extend an invitation to a stranger, played by Madhavan, into their home.<\/p>\n

Directed by Vikas Bahl, the movie adds a Bollywood twist to home invasion thrillers like Funny Games and Knock Knock, incorporating a surprise element of black magic.<\/p>\n

In contrast to the original film, Vash, which underperformed at the box office, the Hindi remake has surpassed it in various aspects.<\/p>\n

With an interesting premise and commendable performances by the cast, the film has secured a position among the top 10 highest weekend openers for Ajay Devgn, joining the ranks of films like Golmaal Again, Singham Returns, and the crime-thriller Drishyam 2, which has amassed a lifetime gross of $43 million worldwide.<\/p>\n

Notably, Panorama Studios is exploring international expansion by producing an English remake of the first Drishyam film, aiming to introduce the franchise to Hollywood.<\/p>\n

As of now, details about Devgn\u2019s involvement in the Hollywood adaptation remain undisclosed.<\/p>\n

Concerning \u201cShaitaan,\u201d the film is anticipated to sustain its box office success both internationally and domestically.<\/p>\n

Currently, \u201cShaitaan\u201d is being screened in theaters worldwide, and it is slated to be available for streaming on Netflix once its theatrical run concludes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n