Udaipur Files Box Office Collection: A Slow Start
The film Udaipur Files, based on the real-life 2022 murder case of Kanhaiya Lal Teli, was released on August 8, 2025, amid significant controversy and censorship challenges. Despite the real incident and media attention, the film’s box office performance was underwhelming.
Opening Day and Weekend Collections
- The movie collected approximately ₹15 lakh on the opening day worldwide, with ₹14 lakh earned within India. The following day, the collection dramatically dropped to around ₹1 lakh, indicating weak audience support.
- Total collections as of the early days range between ₹66 lakh to ₹73 lakh overall, which is quite low compared to competing movies.
- Limited promotions and shows, along with delayed release due to legal objections and required 55 cuts by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), negatively impacted the film’s visibility and audience turnout.
Controversies and Legal Issues
- The release faced objections from the victim’s family and religious groups concerned about the film’s impact on social harmony and the ongoing trials.
- The Supreme Court eventually lifted the release stay after filmmakers complied with the censorship requirements, but the delays hindered the momentum.
Competition at the Box Office
- The film faced stiff competition from other releases like War 2, Coolie, Mahavatar Narasimha, Saiyaara, Son of Sardaar 2, and Dhadak 2, which are performing considerably better.
- The timing of the release ahead of major films scheduled for August 14 further limited the potential business for Udaipur Files.
Overall Performance Outlook
Given the low collections, limited shows, and competition, Udaipur Files is regarded as a box office disappointment and a commercial failure despite the critical and audience interest generated by its real-life subject matter.
