Animal, Sam Bahadur release highlights: Ranbir's film set to open at record Rs 60 crore, Vicky's movie at Rs 5.50 crore

Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal's much-awaited films Animal and Sam Bahadur have finally released on December 1. Directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, Animal starring Ranbir, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, and Rashmika Mandanna has generated humongous buzz among moviegoers.

While directed by Meghna Gulzar, Sam Bahadur has Vicky Kaushal essaying India's first Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw in the biographical war drama.

Animal, Sam Bahadur: Box office prediction day 1

As per the data shared by the box office trade tracker portal Sacnilk, Ranbir Kapoor's Animal may collect Rs 60 crores in India from all languages. Whereas, Vicky Kaushal's biopic on Sam Manekshaw can collect Rs 5.50 crores on Friday.

Animal review

In the DNA review, it is stated that as the show Animal ended, there were two kinds of people in the theatre. One, who stood up and applauded being very vocal about the ‘masterpiece’ they just watched. The second couldn’t wait to leave the theatre quite visibly disturbed by it. That is Sandeep Reddy Vanga for you. His cinema is so divisive that it is a little bit funny. Animal takes everything that was problematic about Arjun Reddy and Kabir Singh and increases it several notches. It is downright the most violent Hindi film I have seen, and also one of the most inherently toxic and misogynist. Read the full review here.

Fans enjoy Animal with fireworks

A video of fans lighting fireworks inside a cinema hall during Ranbir Kapoor-Bobby Deol's shirtless scene is going viral on X (formerly Twitter) 

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Ranbir Kapoor Delhi Fans #RanbirKapoor #AnimalMovieReview pic.twitter.com/tHuX0hFQ0Q

— Sentinel (@KattarKapoor) December 1, 2023

Animal earns Rs 22.60 crores at national chains

Taran Adarsh updated the box office collection of Animal, and the movie has earned Rs 22.60 crores til Friday evening at national chains. 

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#Animal Fri / Day 1 at national chains… Update: 7 pm…

Day 1 [entire day] of other biggies…— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) December 1, 2023

Rashmika Mandanna gave a spoiler of Animal

Rashmika Mandanna shared a story on her Instagram that mentioned the post-credits scene. The post says, "Don't miss the post-credit scene."

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Vicky Kaushal surprises fans in Sam Bahadur's screening 

Vicky Kaushal paid a surprise visit at Sam Bahadur screening. Vicky was welcomed by claps and was emotional at the thunderous responses from the audience. 

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What amazing response to #SamBahadur screening last night. We can clearly hear people shouting #NationalAward for #VickyKaushal.#SamBahadurReview is extremely positive and it is surely going to stand tall amidst #Animal wave.#SamIsHere in cinemas from tomorrow.  pic.twitter.com/RRgQtXHH81

— Gaurang S Dave (@g0high0rg0h0me) November 30, 2023

Animal to see Ranbir Kapoor's biggest opening 

Trade Analyst Taran Adarsh too to his Twitter and wrote, "#Animal starts on a FATABULOUS NOTE… From urban centers to mass pockets, from multiplexes to single screens, from Tier-1 to Tier-2 and Tier-3 centers, from East to West and from North to South, it’s #Animal mania all across… Guaranteed to be #RanbirKapoor’s BIGGEST OPENER."

#Animal starts on a FATABULOUS NOTE… From urban centres to mass pockets, from multiplexes to single screens, from Tier-1 to Tier-2 and Tier-3 centres, from East to West and from North to South, it’s #Animal mania all across… Guaranteed to be #RanbirKapoor’s BIGGEST OPENER. pic.twitter.com/C3WfTQEnjo

— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) December 1, 2023

Netizens hail Bobby Deol's 'magical' performance 

Best actor award goes to him for sure. When he does any character he always done his bestest ever. #BobbyDeolRoars pic.twitter.com/aSpimcDTM2

— Hemraj Sharma (@FanBoyOfAKKI) December 1, 2023

Netizens are quite impressed with Bobby Deol's performance as the menacing, mute villain in Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Animal. One of the fans took to Twitter and sharing his still from the movie, wrote, "Bobby Deol, with his magical acting skills, has captivated everyone in "Animal" – a true maestro." Another wrote, "Best actor award goes to him for sure. When he does any character he always does his best. #BobbyDeolRoars." 

Netizens hoot, clap for Ranbir Kapoor in theatre

Voilence voilence voilence I'dont like it I Avoid But Voilence Likes Me I can't Avoid #RanbirKapoor enti sir intha Voilence ha #Animal #AnimalMovieReview #AnimalOn1stDec #AnimalPremieres #AnimalAdvanceBooking #animalmovie #AnimalTheMovie pic.twitter.com/3CrnekB2Ql

— #Animal (@manasaactor) December 1, 2023

Netizens celebrate, hoot, and clap on Ranbir Kapoor's entry in theatres screening Animal. The crowd went berserk after watching Ranbir Kapoor's violent avatar in the film. In the scene, Ranbir can be seen firing bullets while entering a classroom and scaring away everyone sitting there. 

Karan Johar praises Vicky Kaushal

Karan Johar wrote, "He is SAM BAHADUR and he is an absolute master of his craft. Vicky Kaushal embodies the legend like a bonafide veteran with genius ease!”

Vicky Kaushal says his film is now yours

Vicky Kaushal shared a photo with Meghna Gulzar and wrote, "Finally… our SAM is all yours!!! #SAMबहादुर in cinemas today!"

 

 

 

 

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Sunny Deol on Animal

Sunny Deol took to Instagram and praised younger brother Bobby Deol for 'shaking the world'. Sharing a photo with Bobby, he penned a speacial not.

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Netizens hail Vicky Kaushal's performance

One of the fans took to her Twitter account and heaped praise on Vicky Kaushal's performance in Sam Bahadur and wrote, "Sam Bahadur has been watched. VICKY KAUSHAL DESERVES an OSCAR FOR this movie. I repeat Vicky Kaushal deserves Oscar for #SamBahadur. My Big Bro said, " Sam Bahadur ko 10 times bhi dekhenge toh bhi Mann nahi bharega". Fatima, Sanya &other cast actors were also good.

Sam Bahadur has been watched. VICKY KAUSHAL DESERVES OSCAR FOR this movie. I Repeat VICKY KAUSHAL Deserves OSCAR for #SamBahadur . My Big Bro said " Sam Bahadur ko 10 times bhi dekhenge toh bhi Mann nahi bharega". Fatima ,Sanya &other cast actors were also good.#VickyKaushal pic.twitter.com/ljGVqmUZqj

— Sasi (@SasiVicky_09) December 1, 2023

Karan Deol gives a shoutout to Bobby Deol

Karan Deol took to his Instagram and cheered for his 'chacha' Bobby Deol as he plays the antagonist in Animal. The actor shared his images from the film and penned a note, "Amazing performance Bobby chacha you stole the show love you so much." 

Animal becomes the first Hindi film to cross $1 Million in North America premieres

HISTORY IS MADE!! #Animal crossed $1 Million in North America premieres at 5:30 PM PST! First ever hindi film to achieve this feat!

Many more records will be broken! #AnimalPremieres #AnimalTheFilm pic.twitter.com/wzx1zhIsXx

— Animal The Film (@AnimalTheFilm) December 1, 2023

The official Twitter account of Animal shared a record broken by the film and wrote, "HISTORY IS MADE!! #Animal crossed $1 Million in North America premieres at 5:30 PM PST! First ever hindi film to achieve this feat! Many more records will be broken!"

Sam Manekshaw's daughter reacts to Sam Bahadur 

Sam Manekshaw's daughter Maya Manekshaw recently at a promotional event, expressed her views on Sam Bahadur and revealed she has seen the movie twice. She told Indian Express, "They have made the film to make the country proud of whatever it was. But, the time that I tear up, every time, I’ve seen the film twice now and I teared up both times, is the last two seconds of the film when you turn to the audience and you’re smiling. That just kills me every time."

Vivek Oberoi cheers for dad Suresh Oberoi's comeback with Animal

 

 

 

 

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Vivek Oberoi took to his Instagram and penned a note for his father Suresh Oberoi and wrote, "To my forever role model, my idol, and my favorite actor ever @oberoi_suresh, wishing you the very best of luck on your grand comeback @animalthefilm.May Animal roar even louder with success this December. After you successfully teamed up in #kabirsingh with the rockstar @sandeepreddy.vanga can't wait to see this masterpiece on the big screen, here's to the entire cast of Animal. 

Alia Bhatt reviews Animal 

Alia Bhatt recently attended the special screening of husband Ranbir Kapoor-starrer Animal. While the actress was leaving from the screening, the paps asked her about her views on the film, the actress replied, "Outstanding." When another pap asked the same question, the actress called the film "Khatarnak."

 

 

 

 

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Violence at top

Ranbir Kapoor fans took to social media and expressed their views about the film. One of them tweeted, "Violence at the top. Ranbir Kapoor killing in every frame"

Violence at top level 

Ranbir kapoor killing in every frame #RanbirKapoor #Animal#AnimalTheFilm #AnimalMovieReview #SandeepReddyVanga
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— SRK Nation (@SRKnation_) December 1, 2023

Sam Bahadur review

Vicky Kaushal excels in bringing Sam Bahadur to life, shining brightly in the film with an outstanding performance. He embodies the character thoroughly, capturing not just the mannerisms and voice but the very essence of Sam throughout the 2-hour, 30-minute duration. 

Read- Sam Bahadur review: Vicky Kaushal's masterclass can't save this random series of anecdotes, Manekshaw deserved better

Social media users have been praising the actor for his performance. 

#SamBahadur#SamBahadurReview
SAMBAHADUR IS A TERRIFIC MOVIE,
WATH A ACTING BY #VickyKaushal
Class direction by #MeghnaGulzar ,it classical, bold and one of the best #army movie
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— INDIAN FIGURES (@raju_telange) December 1, 2023

I am always ready, sweetie:
- Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw

What a performance by #VickyKaushal as Sam Bahadur

Story based on War, glory, pride and sacrifice
Watch #SamBahadur in theatres now.
5/5 #SamBahadurReview pic.twitter.com/85O9zZMOQ2

— Kungfu Pande (Parody) (@pb3060) December 1, 2023

Animal is the next 1000 crore film, say moviegoers 

Netizens are saying Animal is a different movie from 'entire Indian movies', some of the social media users are saying it will cross Rs 1000 crore. 

#Animal
Next 1000cr
10 times arjun reddy
Spirit gonna  pic.twitter.com/J4JynMnl11

— Jai babu (@salaar_saga2) December 1, 2023

#Animal is a very different movie than entire indian movies.

— TEE-JAY (@tee_jaysandhu) December 1, 2023

Ranbir Kapoor fans in queue to watch first-day, first-show

Ranbir Kapoor fans were seen waiting to watch Animal starring Bobby Deol, in long queues to watch the early morning show (6am). Sharing the video, one of the social media users wrote, "#Animal Mania in Kurnool city, 6 am show."

#Animal Mania in kurnool city 
6 am show

SUPERSTAR #RanbirKapoor pic.twitter.com/NG80EKzo3j

— Karthik  (@imrkartik) December 1, 2023

Who will win at the box office, Sam Bahadur or Animal?

Fans want to know who will win at the box office, it will be interesting to see who wins the race.

Who do you think will win this weekend at theatres? #Bollywood #Animal #SamBahadur #RanbirKapoor #VickyKaushal #movieclash #RashmikaMandanna #AnilKapoor #MeghnaGulzar

Like for #SamBahadur
Retweet for #Animal

— karan kant (@buddydost) December 1, 2023

Debates on few scenes in Animal

Meanwhile, Netizens say, "There are gonna be debates regarding quite a few scenes. Sandeep explored the wild side of different human beings #Animal #AnimalMovie."

There are gonna be debates regarding quite a few scenes . Sandeep explored the wild side of different human beings #Animal #AnimalMovie

— sharat (@sherry1111111) December 1, 2023