John Abraham’s latest film, The Diplomat, arrived in cinemas on 14 March 2025. Directed by Shivam Nair, this political thriller dives into India-Pakistan relations, focusing on a tense diplomatic mission.
Despite its gripping premise and a Holi release, the film failed to create a strong opening impact at the box office.
The Diplomat Witnesses A Slow Opening Weekend With Limited Growth
The film relied on word-of-mouth to gain momentum. It started with Rs 4.03 crore on day one, surpassing initial expectations of Rs 2 crore. However, the growth remained slow over the weekend. Saturday saw a modest 15% increase, bringing in Rs 4.68 crore.
On Sunday, the upward trend continued slightly, with Rs 4.74 crore. By the end of its first weekend, The Diplomat had earned Rs 13.45 crore in India. The film now faces a crucial test and it will be interesting to see if it can sustain its earnings on weekdays.
The Diplomat India Box Office
| Day | Collection (Rs) |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | 4.03 crore |
| Day 2 | 4.68 crore |
| Day 3 | 4.74 crore |
| Total | 13.45 cr net |
While The Diplomat wrapped up its opening weekend, Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava remained dominant, even in its fifth weekend. The historical action drama collected Rs 21 crore, nearly 38% higher than John Abraham’s thriller. This stiff competition at the box office is making it even harder for The Diplomat to gain traction.
Despite its underwhelming start, The Diplomat managed to surpass the opening weekend numbers of eight Bollywood films released this year. It performed better than Crazxy (Rs 4.25 crore), Superboys of Malegaon (Rs 1.82 crore), Mere Husband Ki Biwi (Rs 5.28 crore), Badass Ravi Kumar (Rs 9.72 crore), Loveyapa (Rs 4.75 crore), Emergency (Rs 12.26 crore), Azaad (Rs 4.75 crore), and Fateh (Rs 10.71 crore).
However, surpassing these films does not guarantee success, as The Diplomat still has a long road ahead.
About The Film
Unlike high-octane action thrillers, The Diplomat leans towards realism, focusing on tense negotiations and legal challenges. The story is inspired by Uzma Ahmed, who was trapped in a forced marriage in Pakistan and sought refuge at the Indian Embassy. John Abraham plays J.P. Singh, the diplomat who leads the mission to bring her home.
John delivers a restrained yet powerful performance, stepping away from his usual action-hero image. Sadia Khateeb brings emotional depth to Uzma’s role, while Revathy, Kumud Mishra, and Sharib Hashmi add weight to the narrative.
With positive word-of-mouth, the film still has a chance to stabilise at the box office. However, its weekday collections will determine its long-term fate. If it fails to hold steady, the road ahead could be challenging.
The Diplomat is currently playing in cinemas.
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