‘Deva’ opens big: Shahid Kapoor’s thriller scores ₹5.78 cr on day 1

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Shahid Kapoor’s latest action thriller ‘Deva’ has made a powerful debut at the box office, collecting ₹5.78 crore net on its opening day.

The film, which also stars Pooja Hegde and Pavail Gulati, has secured the second-highest opening of 2025, setting the stage for a strong first weekend.

With no special discounts or ticketing offers, ‘Deva’ has generated impressive buzz purely through audience anticipation and word-of-mouth. Viewers are lauding the film for its gripping narrative, high-intensity action sequences, and Shahid Kapoor’s dynamic performance as a rebellious cop.

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Pooja Hegde’s screen presence and Pavail Gulati’s supporting act have also earned praise, contributing to the film’s growing popularity.

Metro cities have shown a particularly strong response, and with positive reviews pouring in, the film is expected to gain further momentum over the weekend.

 

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Beyond domestic success, ‘Deva’ has also performed well overseas, raking in ₹3.49 crore on its first day. This takes its total worldwide gross to ₹10.31 crore, with a domestic gross of ₹6.82 crore and an international contribution of ₹3.49 crore.

Directed by Rosshan Andrrews and backed by Zee Studios and Roy Kapur Films, ‘Deva’ hit theatres on January 31, 2025, and is now playing worldwide.