"Munjya" from Maddock Films' horror-comedy universe earns Rs 4.21 crore on day one

The horror-comedy "Munjya" had a strong opening, earning Rs 4.21 crore nett on its first day at the domestic box office, the makers announced on Saturday. Starring Sharvari, Mona Singh, Abhay Verma, and Sathyaraj, the film hit theatres on Friday. Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, it is produced by Dinesh Vijan's Maddock Films and Amar Kaushik.

Maddock Films celebrated the impressive opening day numbers with an Instagram post.

“This record-breaking collection for a film with no A-list actors is a testament to the power of a captivating story and the brilliance of CGI technology. 'Munjya' has sprung the biggest surprise in the industry, setting the stage for a remarkable box office run," the company stated in a press release.


Set in Pune and the Konkan region of Maharashtra, "Munjya" explores the tale of a mythical creature rooted in Indian folklore and cultural beliefs.

The film, inspired by Marathi folklore, is reportedly part of Maddock Films' horror-comedy universe, which includes "Stree" (2018), "Roohi" (2021), and "Bhediya" (2022).