EPIC movie had a below-average opening day at the box office despite featuring Anand Deverakonda and Vaishnavi Chaitanya in lead roles. The film’s collections were impacted by mixed reviews from critics and audiences, reflecting a challenging start for director Aditya Hasan.
Day 1 Box Office Performance
EPIC – First Semester posted modest numbers on its opening day, with the all-India tracked gross standing at ₹2.22 Cr, including premieres. Including overseas collections, the first-day worldwide gross is expected to be around ₹4 Cr.
| Metric | Collection |
|---|---|
| All-India Gross (with premieres) | ₹2.22 Cr |
| Day 1 Worldwide Gross | ₹4 Cr (expected) |
| Break-Even Target | ₹25 Cr |
About EPIC – First Semester
Directed by Aditya Hasan and produced by Suryadevara Naga Vamsi and Sai Soujanya, EPIC – First Semester tells the story of a young man aspiring to become a director who is sent to the UK to study. The film features music by Hesham Abdul Wahab.
Mixed Reviews Impact Opening Day Collections
Despite having significant box office potential, EPIC is receiving lower-than-expected collections due to unanimous mixed reviews. The word-of-mouth reception has directly affected the film’s opening day performance, a common pattern when reviews impact audience decisions.
The film received praise for its emotional depth and father-son moments but criticism for a dull second half, creating a divided response among viewers.
Break-Even Challenge and Weekend Outlook
With a break-even target of ₹25 Cr gross, EPIC had a below-average opening day and needs a strong weekend turnaround to recover. The Vinayak Chavithi festival falling on Monday provides an extended weekend opportunity, which could help the film attract family audiences.
The next two days will be crucial in determining whether positive word-of-mouth can overcome the initial mixed reviews and drive better collections for Anand Deverakonda’s latest release.
