Ajay Devgn’s latest sports drama film, “Maidaan,” hit theaters yesterday, garnering attention from audiences nationwide. Based on the life of Indian football coach Syed Abdul Rahim, “Maidaan” was released on April 10 to much anticipation, with social media buzzing with discussions about the film even before its release. After watching the film, audiences have shared their reactions, mostly positive, through public reviews, indicating a favorable response to “Maidaan.”
Directed by the accomplished Amit Sharma, “Maidaan” received a warm reception from audiences on its first day
The film also managed to accumulate a significant amount of advance bookings, totaling ₹37.37 lakhs. However, despite the positive reception, the first-day box office collection for “Maidaan” fell short of expectations. According to Sacnilk’s data, the film garnered ₹2.6 crores on its opening day. While this collection is respectable, it pales in comparison to the first-day earnings of “Shaitaan,” another recent release, which surpassed ₹14 crores.
“Maidaan” presents the golden period of Indian football
spanning from 1952 to 1962, with Ajay Devgn portraying the role of football coach Syed Abdul Rahim. The film revolves around Rahim’s journey and his significant contributions to Indian football during that era.
Audiences have particularly praised Ajay Devgn’s performance in “Maidaan,” with many commending his dedication to the role. Priyamani, who portrays Devgn’s wife in the film, and Gajraj Rao, who plays a sports journalist, have also received acclaim for their performances.
In a surprising turn of events
“Maidaan” faces stiff competition on its second day from “Bade Miyaan Chote Miyaan 2,” starring Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff. Both films were initially slated for a simultaneous release, but the release date for Akshay Kumar’s film was postponed by a day.
As per reports from Sacnilk, “Bade Miyaan Chote Miyaan 2” has seen considerable success in advance bookings on its first day, setting the stage for an intense box office battle between the two films.
While “Maidaan” may have started its journey with a slower pace at the box office compared to its competitor, its content and performances have garnered positive reviews, indicating potential for growth in the coming days. As the weekend approaches, it will be interesting to see how both films fare in the box office race.