John Abraham's 'The Diplomat' Struggles at Box Office with ₹8.35 Crore in Two Days

Despite positive reviews, the political thriller faces stiff competition from Vicky Kaushal's 'Chhaava,' which continues to dominate even in its fifth week.

• John Abraham's latest film, 'The Diplomat,' earned ₹4 crore on its opening day and ₹4.35 crore on its second day, bringing its total to ₹8.35 crore.
• The film, based on the real-life rescue of Indian national Uzma Ahmad from Pakistan in 2017, has received positive reviews for its performances and engaging second half.
• Directed by Shivam Nair, the movie highlights the efforts of diplomat JP Singh, portrayed by John Abraham, in a high-stakes cross-border operation.
• The movie faces significant competition from Vicky Kaushal's 'Chhaava,' which earned ₹6.92 crore on its fifth Saturday and has amassed ₹553.67 crore overall.
• With a production budget of around ₹50 crore, 'The Diplomat' needs sustained growth over the next two weeks, as no major releases are scheduled until 'Sikandar.'

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