'Bazooka' Box Office Collection Day 9: Mammootty's thriller maintains steady run; mints Rs 55 lakh on second Friday

Mammootty's much-anticipated game thriller 'Bazooka' has seen a steady run at the box office, with the film making over Rs 55 lakhs on its ninth day, showing a slight increase from the previous day's figures.
Box office collection
According to early estimates as per a Sacnilk report, the film collected Rs 55 Lakh on its second Friday, bringing its total collection to Rs 12.64 crore so far. The film had started strong with a Rs 3.2 crore opening, but faced a dip in collections through its first week, earning Rs 1.43 crore on its first Monday, Rs 77 Lakh on Tuesday, Rs 45 Lakh on Wednesday, and Rs 44 Lakh on Thursday. Despite the competition from other Malayalam releases and blockbuster hits like Empuraan, 'Bazooka' has managed to hold its ground, especially given the crowded box office landscape.
Theatre occupancy
On Friday, April 18, 2025, 'Bazooka' recorded an overall Malayalam occupancy of 13.75%. The film saw a gradual increase in audience turnout as the day progressed, starting with a modest 5.25% occupancy in morning shows, which rose to 11.87% in the afternoon, 17.08% in the evening, and peaked at 20.79% during night shows.

About the film
Directed by Deeno Dennis, Bazooka is a stylish action thriller featuring Mammootty in the lead role. The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast including Gautham Vasudev Menon, Shine Tom Chacko, Divya Pillai, Anoop Menon, Sumit Naval, Sidharth Bharathan, and Ishwarya Menon.
The story revolves around a high-stakes game, with Mammootty’s character navigating a web of intrigue and danger. The film has been praised for its unique climax and Mammootty's signature style, though some viewers also shared that the story takes its time to build momentum, only picking up pace in the final act.
Despite mixed reviews and stiff competition, 'Bazooka' has managed to maintain a steady presence at the box office.