Two of Malayalam cinema's biggest legends, Mohanlal and Mammootty, have reunited in the spy action thriller 'Patriot,' directed by Mahesh Narayanan. The film, which was released with high anticipation, opened strongly at the box office but has since received mixed reviews from audiences. According to the latest trade reports, the movie collected only Rs 76 lakh on its second Friday (Day 8).
'Patriot': Strong Opening Weekend Performance
Owing to its immense hype, 'Patriot' collected over Rs 10 crore on its opening day, as reported by Sacnilk. The momentum continued into the weekend, with the film earning Rs 6.15 crore on the second day and Rs 5.50 crore on Saturday. However, as the film moved into the weekdays, the numbers gradually declined. On Monday, it collected Rs 1.70 crore, followed by Rs 1.50 crore on Tuesday, Rs 1.20 crore on Wednesday, and Rs 93 lakh on Thursday. The first week's total collection came to Rs 26.98 crore.
Second Week Begins on a Slow Note
In its second week, 'Patriot' saw a significant drop in collections. On Friday (Day 8), the film managed to earn only Rs 76 lakh across 996 shows. This brings the total India gross collections to Rs 32.18 crore and the total India net to Rs 27.74 crore as of now.
About 'Patriot'
The story of 'Patriot' centers on a retired JAG officer, played by Mammootty, who is wrongly framed for espionage and embarks on a covert mission to clear his name and protect the nation. Mohanlal joins him in this mission. Apart from the two legends, the film boasts a strong supporting cast, including actors like Fahadh Faasil, Kunchacko Boban, Nayanthara, and Revathy, who will be seen in important roles.
'Patriot' Social Media Reaction
The film has received mixed responses from viewers. While many have praised the performances and storytelling, others remain divided. One reviewer wrote, "It's not a terrible movie but it isn't great either. It's too boring and stretched out, though entertaining in parts." Meanwhile, another added, "#Patriot is a one-time watchable film. Not a repeat watch film, and the movie won't stay in mind for long."
Disclaimer: The box office numbers and data in this article are compiled from public and industry sources. All figures are approximate unless explicitly mentioned, offering a fair representation of the movie's box office performance. These totals may change as official studio data is updated or as additional international market reports are finalized. This data is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only.
