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The Diplomat Day 1 Advance Booking: John Abraham Starrer Opens to a Slow Start at the Box Office
John Abraham’s latest action-drama, The Diplomat, hits cinemas nationwide today but is off to a disappointing start, according to advance box office reports. The film, directed by Shivam Nair, has reportedly garnered only an estimated ₹2 to ₹2.5 crore in pre-release ticket sales. Despite releasing during the extended Holi weekend, the film has struggled to create significant buzz, placing it among Abraham’s lowest openers to date.
The Diplomat features John Abraham as a diplomat engaged in a high-stakes rescue mission, inspired by real events. The storyline revolves around his character’s efforts to bring back Uzma, an Indian woman portrayed by actress Sadia Khateeb, from Pakistan. Abraham has characterized the film as an “emotional, edge-of-your-seat psychological thriller,” distancing it from typical patriotic dramas.
Advance bookings for The Diplomat commenced on Wednesday in select theaters, but the film is facing fierce competition from Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava, which continues to perform strongly at the box office even after nearly a month in theaters. This competition may have contributed to the slow start for The Diplomat.
Despite the lukewarm reception, industry insiders remain hopeful that the film’s buzz will improve in the days following its release. Word-of-mouth and audience reactions could play a significant role in boosting ticket sales as the weekend progresses.
As moviegoers look for new content during the holiday season, there is still potential for The Diplomat to gain traction. In summary, while The Diplomat may be experiencing a slow start, the coming days may determine its overall success, as audiences respond to John’s portrayal and the film’s gripping narrative.
Abraham took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to express his admiration for Jaishankar, stating, “Was a pleasure and honour to meet a man who I so intently follow. We discussed diplomacy, the North East and football among many other things. Truly an honour, Sir!
“The meeting not only underscored Abraham’s interest in various social issues but also served to promote The Diplomat ahead of its release. As the film gears up for its debut, both the discussions and the film’s alignment with the Holi festivities may help generate additional interest among audiences.
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