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'Champion' Scores Rs 6 Crore in Opening Weekend
28 Dec, 2025
Summary
- The film collected Rs 6 crore in its opening three days.
- Audience occupancy averaged 26.38% across its first weekend.
- The movie follows a footballer facing arms smuggling and Razakar atrocities.
The recently released period sports action drama 'Champion,' featuring Roshan Meka and Anaswara Rajan, has garnered approximately Rs 6 crore in its opening three days. The film opened on Christmas and has shown resilience at the box office, with an overall theatre occupancy rate of 26.38% during its first weekend.
Directed by Pradeep Advaitham, 'Champion' chronicles the journey of Michael B Williams, a gifted footballer aspiring to play in England. His path deviates dramatically when he becomes involved in arms smuggling, leading him to Bhairanpally village. There, he confronts Razakar atrocities and finds a connection with Chandrakala, portrayed by Anaswara Rajan.
The film has been met with varied reviews, with audiences praising Roshan Meka's performance, particularly in the latter half, interval, and climax. However, some critics noted weaknesses in the writing, suggesting the movie had engaging moments but lacked sustained attention throughout its runtime.
