Nani's latest thriller, HIT: The Third Case, storms the box office with a massive opening day collection of ₹18 crore, marking the franchise’s best start ever.
The gripping crime thriller HIT: The Third Case, directed by Sailesh Kolanu, has given the HIT franchise a much-needed box office boost, thanks to Natural Star Nani. Released on May 1, the film has registered a stellar ₹18.18 crore net collection in India on its opening day, according to trade portal Sacnilk.
This intense crime drama alo stars Srinidhi Shetty and Prateik Smita Patil, and has managed to pull in a strong 87.82% occupancy rate, with afternoon shows clocking in at a whopping 92.37%—making it the highest opener in the entire HIT series so far.
🚨 Nani's Arjun Sarkaar Sets New Record
Nani, who plays SP Arjun Sarkaar, is no stranger to box office hits. HIT 3 now stands as one of Nani’s biggest openers, second only to his 2023 blockbuster Dasara, which collected ₹23.2 crore on Day 1. HIT 3 outperformed his recent films like:
| Film | Opening Day Collection |
|---|---|
| Dasara (2023) | ₹23.2 crore |
| HIT: The Third Case (2025) | ₹18.18 crore |
| Saripodhaa Sanivaaram (2024) | ₹9 crore |
| Ante Sundaraniki (2022) | ₹6.25 crore |
| Hi Nanna (2023) | ₹4.9 crore |
“This MAY it’s MAYHEM at BOXOFFICE. I love you all. Today it’s Arjun Sarkaar’s turn. This truly is memorable. Onward and upward ❤️ #HIT3”
About HIT: The Third Case
HIT 3 follows SP Arjun Sarkaar, a no-nonsense cop investigating a string of murders with an eerily similar pattern. But the case turns darker when the truth reveals a threat more dangerous than a serial killer. Srinidhi Shetty plays Mrudula, while Prateik portrays a character named Alpha.
The film also features nostalgic cameos from earlier entries in the HIT universe, and teases the next installment, HIT: The Fourth Case, in its climactic moments.
Verdict: A Blood-Soaked Thriller With Box Office Bite
Though Hindustan Times noted that the film shines largely due to Nani’s powerhouse performance and engaging cameos, it acknowledged some "run-of-the-mill" moments. Still, Sailesh Kolanu has clearly elevated the stakes, building anticipation for what’s next in the HIT universe.
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