Bethlehem Kudumba Unit Box Office: Rs 67 Cr Milestone
By Business Desk
Malayalam rom-com ‘Bethlehem Kudumba Unit’ starring Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju crosses Rs 67 crore net at the Indian box office on its 9th day.
If your weekend plans included a trip to the movies, ‘Bethlehem Kudumba Unit’ likely caught your eye, especially with its impressive box office run. The Malayalam romantic-comedy, starring Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju, continued to draw audiences even on its ninth day.
The film pulled in Rs 5.36 crore net on its second Saturday, according to Sacnilk data. This brings its total India net collection to Rs 67.21 crore and its gross collection to Rs 78.47 crore, showcasing a consistent appeal.
Weekend Watch Success
- Day 9 Collection: Rs 5.36 crore net
- Total India Net Collection: Rs 67.21 crore
- Total Gross Collection: Rs 78.47 crore
- Highest Single-Day Collection (Day 8): Rs 9.55 crore
Despite a slight dip on its second Saturday, the movie maintains a strong hold on viewers, playing across 1,893 shows with an overall occupancy of 78%. Its performance highlights how a well-received film can keep drawing crowds weeks after its release.
Festive Season Boost
Directed by Girish A.D., ‘Bethlehem Kudumba Unit’ premiered on August 21, perfectly timed for the Onam festive season. It opened with Rs 4.90 crore and saw significant growth through its first weekend, demonstrating early audience engagement.
- Opening Day (Day 1): Rs 4.90 crore
- First Saturday (Day 2): Rs 7.15 crore
- First Sunday (Day 3): Rs 8.80 crore
- First Week Total: Rs 52.30 crore
The film’s plot, which follows Ashley returning home and revisiting memories of her first love Justin, explores themes of love, family, and second chances. This relatable storyline, coupled with the festive release, clearly resonated with moviegoers.
Behind the Scenes
The cast also features Vinay Forrt, Bindu Panicker, Shyam Mohan, Suresh Krishna, Shameer Khan, and Srindaa in supporting roles. Vishnu Vijay composed the music, Ajmal Sabu handled cinematography, and Akash Joseph Varghese was the editor, contributing to the film’s overall production quality.
‘Bethlehem Kudumba Unit’ continues to be a significant draw, proving that compelling storytelling and a strong cast can lead to sustained success at the box office for consumer entertainment.