Malayalam filmmaker Rosshan Andrrews made his Bollywood debut with Deva, starring Shahid Kapoor and Pooja Hegde. Released in theatres on January 31, the action-packed thriller opened with a global collection of ₹10.31 crore, as per Zee Studios.
Deva Worldwide Box Office Collection – Day 1
Zee Studios took to social media to announce the film’s first-day earnings, unveiling a new poster on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram. The post highlighted Deva’s India collections at ₹6.82 crore gross, while the worldwide figure stood at ₹10.31 crore.
Meanwhile, entertainment portal Sacnilk reported slightly different numbers, stating that the film made ₹5.5 crore net and ₹6.60 crore gross in India, with an additional ₹90 lakh from overseas markets. The total worldwide figure, as per their estimate, reached ₹7.50 crore.
For comparison, Shahid Kapoor’s previous film, Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, had a stronger opening at ₹13.50 crore worldwide. His career-best first-day earnings remain Kabir Singh, which raked in ₹26.50 crore globally on its debut.
What Is Deva About?
Deva follows ACP Dev Ambre, a fearless yet reckless cop, played by Shahid Kapoor. While investigating his friend’s mysterious death, he suffers a severe memory loss, making his quest for justice even more challenging.
The film is a remake of Rosshan Andrrews’ 2013 Malayalam hit Mumbai Police. However, the Hindi adaptation introduces key script modifications, particularly in the climax, to offer a fresh take on the original story. Pooja Hegde plays Diya Sathaye, a journalist and Dev’s love interest.
Audience and Critical Reception
Deva has received mixed reviews from critics and audiences alike. While Shahid’s performance is being praised, the screenplay has faced criticism for its predictability.
Hindustan Times shared its take on the film, stating, “Deva had the potential to introduce a gripping, massy character—someone unpredictable and intense. However, what we get is a conventional storyline with an in-form Shahid carrying the film on his shoulders.”
With an average start at the box office, it remains to be seen how Deva performs over the weekend. Will it pick up momentum? Stay tuned for further updates on its box office journey.