Vicky Kaushal’s historical drama Chhaava continues its remarkable box office run, setting new benchmarks with its sustained momentum. Released on February 14, 2025, the film is directed by Laxman Utekar and features Kaushal in the lead role, supported by an ensemble cast that has been widely praised for their performances. Ever since its release, Chhaava has been steadily gaining traction, proving to be a massive draw for audiences across the country. The period drama, based on the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, has not only impressed critics but has also demonstrated immense box office resilience, particularly on weekdays.
The latest milestone for Chhaava comes in the form of its stellar third Monday collection, where it amassed Rs. 7.74 crore, making it one of the most successful films in terms of longevity at the box office. With this achievement, Chhaava has managed to surpass some of the biggest blockbusters in recent history, emerging as the third highest third Monday grosser of all time. Leading the rankings in this category is Pushpa 2 – The Rule, which amassed a staggering Rs. 11.75 crore on its third Monday, solidifying its place as a true juggernaut at the box office. Following it is Baahubali 2 – The Conclusion, which had collected Rs. 7.95 crore, proving the immense staying power of S.S. Rajamouli’s magnum opus. Chhaava now sits comfortably in third place, just a shade behind Baahubali 2, cementing its status as a formidable performer among historical and action dramas.
By surpassing Stree 2, which collected Rs. 7.05 crore on its third Monday, Chhaava has demonstrated a stronger hold over the audience. While Stree 2 had a fantastic run with its mix of horror and comedy, Chhaava’s gripping storytelling and emotional depth have evidently resonated more in its third week. Similarly, Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Animal, which had a collection of Rs. 5.55 crore on its third Monday, and Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan, which earned Rs. 5.45 crore were left behind by Chhaava’s consistent earnings. Both Animal and Jawan had record-breaking starts and maintained excellent momentum, but Chhaava’s endurance at the box office has proved to be superior at this stage.
Further down the rankings, Gadar 2 managed Rs. 4.60 crore, slightly ahead of The Kerala Story at Rs. 4.50 crore. While both these films had an emotional appeal and patriotic undertones that struck a chord with audiences, their third Monday figures fall short in comparison to Chhaava’s sustained hold. Rounding out the list are PK with Rs. 4.42 crore and Dangal with Rs. 4.35 crore—two of Aamir Khan’s most successful films that were known for their longevity at the box office.
With this latest box office triumph, Chhaava has firmly established itself as one of the most successful films in terms of long-term earnings. Its ability to outperform modern blockbusters like Stree 2, Animal, and Jawan on the third Monday reflects its incredible word-of-mouth appeal and the connection it has forged with audiences. As the film continues its strong run in the coming days, it will be interesting to see how much further it can go in the list of all-time highest grossers.
Top 10 All-time Highest 3rd Monday Grosser at a glance:
Pushpa 2 – The Rule – Rs. 11.75 cr
Baahubali 2 – The Conclusion – Rs. 7.95 cr
Chhaava – Rs. 7.74 cr
Stree 2 – Rs. 7.05 cr
Animal – Rs. 5.55 cr
Jawan – Rs. 5.45 cr
Gadar 2 – Rs. 4.60 cr
The Kerala story – Rs. 4.50 cr
PK – Rs. 4.42 cr
Dangal – Rs. 4.35 cr
