Ved, the directorial debut of Riteish Deshmukh, has become a Marathi box office blockbuster. The film, which is a remake of the Telugu film Majili, has earned over ₹75 crore at the Indian box office, making it the highest-grossing Marathi film of 2022 and the fourth highest-grossing Marathi film of all time.
Ved was released on December 30, 2022, and received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. The film stars Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia D’Souza in the lead roles, and tells the story of a couple whose relationship is tested by time and circumstance.
Ved opened to a strong box office response, earning ₹2.5 crore net and ₹3.5 crores gross on its opening day. The film’s weekend collection was ₹10 crore, which is the fourth-highest opening weekend collection by a Marathi film till date.
In its first week, Ved earned ₹20.67 crore, and by the end of the second week, its earnings had risen to ₹40.85 crore. The film collected ₹50 crore in 20 days of its release, and continued to perform well even in its subsequent weeks.
Ved’s box office success is a testament to the film’s strong story, performances, and direction. The film has also resonated with audiences because of its relatable themes of love, loss, and second chances.
Here is a more detailed look at Ved box office collection:
| Week | Net Collection (₹ crore) | Gross Collection (₹ crore) |
|---|---|---|
| Opening | 2.5 | 3.5 |
| 1 | 20.67 | 31.01 |
| 2 | 20.18 | 30.27 |
| 3 | 10.67 | 16.01 |
| 4 | 5.85 | 8.79 |
| 5 | 1.77 | 2.66 |
| 6 | 0.83 | 1.25 |
| Total | 60.67 | 74 |
Ved’s box office success is also a sign of the growing popularity of Marathi cinema. In recent years, there have been a number of Marathi films that have performed well at the box office, including Sairat (2016), Mulshi Pattern (2018), and Timepass 3 (2019).
Ved’s success is also a testament to the talent of Riteish Deshmukh, who is one of the most popular actors in Marathi cinema. Deshmukh has starred in a number of successful Marathi films, including Lai Bhaari (2014), Banjo (2016), and Mauli (2018).
Ved’s box office success is a good sign for Marathi cinema. It shows that there is a growing audience for Marathi films, and that Marathi filmmakers are capable of making films that are both commercially and critically successful.
