Alappuzha Gymkhana Box Office Day 28 Report: Naslen’s Sports Comedy Is On the Verge of Making History
Naslen K. Gafoor’s sports comedy Alappuzha Gymkhana is proving to be a major box office success. Directed by Khalid Rahman, the film has entered its 28th day in theatres and still continues to draw audiences. As of now, the film has collected a total of ₹43.95 crore at the Indian box office, just ₹90 lakh short of surpassing Sankranthiki Vasthunam and claiming the fourth spot in the list of 2025’s most profitable Indian films.
This Malayalam-language film has already made headlines for its steady run, considering its modest budget of ₹12 crore. With 266.25% return on investment in just 28 days, the film stands tall as one of the biggest success stories of the year. If it manages to earn just under ₹1 crore more, it will beat Sankranthiki Vasthunam’s 273.8% ROI and claim the fourth position in profitability rankings.
Day-Wise & Weekly Box Office Breakdown
The numbers are strong, especially for a regional-language film. Here’s the detailed breakdown:
- Week 1: ₹23.9 crore
- Week 2: ₹12.25 crore
- Week 3: ₹4.78 crore
- Day 23: ₹21 lakh
- Day 24: ₹25 lakh
- Day 25: ₹34 lakh
- Day 26: ₹10 lakh
- Day 27: ₹10 lakh
- Day 28: ₹12 lakh
Total (28 Days): ₹43.95 crore
The numbers clearly show a sharp slowdown after the third week, but the film’s ability to maintain even small figures consistently over the fourth week proves its strong word-of-mouth and loyal viewer base.
Will It Dethrone Venkatesh’s Film?
As of now, the current list of the most profitable Indian films of 2025 looks like this:
- 1. Chhaava – 373.1% ROI
- 2. Rekhachithram – 350% ROI
- 3. Court: State vs. A Nobody – 306.4% ROI
- 4. Sankranthiki Vasthunam – 273.8% ROI
- 5. Alappuzha Gymkhana – 266.25% ROI
Alappuzha Gymkhana is now just ₹90 lakh behind Sankranthiki Vasthunam in collections. If it surpasses this margin within the next few days, it will push Venkatesh Daggubati’s film further down the list. Interestingly, Venkatesh’s film had already slipped from the third to the fourth position recently after Court: State vs. A Nobody entered the rankings. Now, it might go down one more spot thanks to Naslen’s growing popularity and box office pull.
Global Reach and Audience Appeal
While Alappuzha Gymkhana is rooted in Malayalam culture and storytelling, its emotional depth and comedic undertones have helped it strike a chord with audiences beyond Kerala. Internationally, the film has grossed over ₹71 crore, with around ₹20 crore coming from overseas markets. The diaspora community has been a huge contributor to its success, and many are praising the film for its blend of sports drama, humour, and emotion.
Director Khalid Rahman’s storytelling and Naslen’s relatable portrayal of a small-town sports hero have contributed significantly to the movie’s success. Supporting performances and authentic regional flavour further enhance the film’s charm.
A Breakthrough for Naslen and Malayalam Cinema
This film is a breakthrough moment for Naslen, who has now firmly cemented his place among the rising stars of Indian cinema. With Alappuzha Gymkhana nearing the ₹45 crore mark, he becomes one of the few actors from the Malayalam industry to headline a film that achieved such high profitability in recent times.
For Malayalam cinema as a whole, this is a proud moment. In an era where pan-India films dominate conversations, a regional movie breaking through with strong content and making such returns without relying on aggressive pan-India promotions is commendable.
Final Verdict: Just ₹90 Lakh Away from a New Milestone
The buzz around Alappuzha Gymkhana continues to stay strong, and while it may not touch the ₹50 crore mark, surpassing the ₹44.85 crore benchmark will be a huge achievement. All eyes are now on whether it can cross that line and make it to the top 4 list of 2025’s most profitable Indian films.
As per current trends, it seems likely that it will reach the milestone by the end of its fifth weekend. With no major Malayalam releases threatening its hold and a loyal audience base still turning up at theatres, the film might even inch closer to the ₹46 crore mark before wrapping up its theatrical run.
Stay tuned for more real-time updates on box office figures and upcoming Malayalam film releases.
Disclaimer: Box office numbers are based on various sources and industry estimates. Final figures may vary.