Despite Strong Star Power, Jolly LLB 3 Falls Short of Jolly LLB 2’s Opening Figures
Opening Day Performance: Respectable But Not Record-Breaking
The much-anticipated Jolly LLB 3, starring Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi, opened to a moderate box office collection on Day 1. According to early estimates from Sacnilk, the film earned ₹12.5 crore nett across India on its opening day.
While it’s a decent start for a courtroom comedy, the film fell slightly short of its predecessor, Jolly LLB 2, which collected ₹13.2 crore on Day 1 back in 2017.
Occupancy & Show Count
- Total Hindi occupancy (Day 1): 22.4%
- Morning shows: 10.28%
- Afternoon: 17.46%
- Night shows: 39.45%
- Top metro performances:
- Delhi-NCR: 1,012 shows | 29.33% occupancy
- Mumbai: 669 shows | 23% occupancy
- Show count comparison:
- Jolly LLB 3: Fewer than 4,000 shows
- Sitaare Zameen Par: ~9,000 shows
- Housefull 5: ~7,000 shows
Despite decent buzz and fan anticipation, limited show count and average early reviews may have impacted the film’s Day 1 numbers.
Plot Overview: Farmers, Corruption, and Legal Face-offs
In this sequel, Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi reprise their roles as rival lawyers, with Saurabh Shukla returning as the iconic Judge Tripathi. The courtroom drama unfolds around a case involving struggling farmers, whose land is being unjustly seized by a corrupt businessman, played by Gajraj Rao.
The film blends satirical humor, social commentary, and high-energy courtroom clashes between the two leads.
Cast Highlights
- Akshay Kumar
- Arshad Warsi
- Saurabh Shukla
- Huma Qureshi
- Amrita Rao
- Seema Biswas
- Gajraj Rao
- Ram Kapoor
- Shilpa Shukla
- Brijendra Kala
How It Stacks Up Against Akshay’s Recent Releases
| Film | Day 1 Collection |
|---|---|
| Housefull 5 | ₹24 crore |
| Jolly LLB 3 | ₹12.5 crore |
| Sky Force | ₹12.25 crore |
| Kesari: Chapter 2 | ₹7.75 crore |
What’s Next for Akshay Kumar?
Akshay Kumar will soon be seen in Haiwaan, directed by Priyadarshan, alongside Saif Ali Khan. The film recently began shooting in Kochi. He also has horror-comedy Bhooth Bangla lined up for release later this year.
Verdict: A Lukewarm Start for a High-Potential Franchise
Jolly LLB 3 may not have set the box office on fire on Day 1, but the film’s star cast, courtroom drama appeal, and weekend footfall could give it the boost it needs. With positive word-of-mouth, the collections could improve over the next few days.
Also Read : Jolly LLB 3 Review: Saurabh Shukla Steals the Show in This Bold Courtroom Drama
