Mark Box Office Day 8: Kichcha Sudeep’s Kannada Actioner Holds Steady After Strong Week One, Crosses INR 21.7 Cr India Net

By ultapaltakhabar Jan 1, 2026 0

After a thunderous opening powered by Kichcha Sudeep’s star pull, Mark enters its second week with a predictable slowdown — but the film’s solid Week 1 total keeps it firmly in the safe zone.

Kichcha Sudeep’s much-talked-about Kannada action drama Mark continues its theatrical run with a steady grip on the box office even as it steps into its second week. Directed by Vijay Karthikeyaa and backed by Kichcha Creatiions along with Sathya Jyothi Films, the film has already clocked a healthy ₹21.77 crore India net in eight days, emerging as one of the more reliable Kannada performers of the New Year window.

While the Day 8 numbers indicate a natural dip, the overall trend clearly reflects a film that has found its audience — especially in Karnataka’s interior belts.

Note: For optimal viewing on mobile devices, rotate the screen.

Mark Box Office Collection Day 8: Slowdown Begins, But No Panic Yet

On its 8th day (Thursday, January 1, 2026), Mark earned an estimated ₹0.52 crore India net across all languages, according to early live tracking. As expected for a weekday in the second week, footfalls dipped compared to its robust opening run.

However, trade insiders believe the film has already done enough heavy lifting in its first seven days to comfortably sustain its theatrical journey.

Total India Net Collection (8 Days): ₹21.77 Cr

Day-Wise Box Office Breakdown: A Strong Opening Carries the Film

Let’s take a closer look at Mark’s box office trajectory so far:

Day 1 (Thursday): ₹8.6 Cr
A massive opening driven by Kichcha Sudeep’s loyal fanbase and festive buzz.
Day 2 (Friday): ₹3.2 Cr
A sharp but expected drop post the opening day frenzy.
Day 3 (Saturday): ₹3.2 Cr
Stability kicks in as weekend footfalls balance out.
Day 4 (Sunday): ₹3.4 Cr
Slight growth, indicating positive word of mouth.
Day 5 (Monday): ₹1.15 Cr
Typical weekday correction.
Day 6 (Tuesday): ₹0.9 Cr
Day 7 (Wednesday): ₹0.8 Cr
Day 8 (Thursday): ₹0.52 Cr (early estimates)

The numbers clearly show that Mark front-loaded its business, a common trend for star-driven Kannada action films — but crucially, it didn’t collapse midweek.

Note: For optimal viewing on mobile devices, rotate the screen.

Kannada Occupancy Day 8: Interiors Still Showing Strength

On Day 8, Mark recorded an overall 13.51% Kannada occupancy in morning shows. While multiplex-heavy urban centers like Bengaluru showed average traction, interior regions delivered pleasant surprises.

Top Performing Regions (Morning Shows):

Tumakuru (Tumkur): 44%
Shivamogga: 34%
Raichur: 17%
Bengaluru: 13%
Hubballi: 12%
Mangaluru: 11%

The strong numbers in Tier-2 and Tier-3 centers once again underline Kichcha Sudeep’s massive grassroots following — a factor that continues to work in Mark’s favor even as urban footfalls slow down.

Why Mark’s Performance Matters for Kannada Cinema

In a year where mid-budget Kannada films are facing stiff competition from pan-India releases and dubbed content, Mark has managed to carve out a respectable theatrical footprint.

The film’s opening day of ₹8.6 crore remains one of the biggest Kannada openings in recent times, reaffirming Sudeep’s box office dominance.

Trade analysts point out that even with a gradual decline, Mark is comfortably heading toward a ₹25 crore India net lifetime, provided weekend footfalls stabilize in Week 2.

The Kichcha Sudeep Factor: Still a Crowd Magnet

Starring Kichcha Sudeep, along with Naveen Chandra, Yogi Babu, Nishvika Naidu, Guru Somasundaram, and Roshni Prakash, Mark banks heavily on its lead star’s screen presence and mass appeal.

Sudeep’s intense action avatar, coupled with punch dialogues and a stylized narrative, struck the right chord with single-screen audiences — especially in Karnataka’s heartland.

While critics had mixed opinions about the screenplay, audiences clearly showed up for the star power, which is reflected in the film’s front-loaded collections.

Competition Check: How Mark Is Holding Up

Despite facing competition from newer releases and ongoing holiday leftovers, Mark has managed to hold its ground better than expected. The absence of a major Kannada release in the immediate window has also helped the film retain decent screen count in interior regions.

However, with upcoming releases lined up, the real test will be how well Mark sustains collections in its second weekend.

Verdict So Far: A Safe Bet with Respectable Returns

At the end of Day 8, Mark can be safely termed a commercially successful outing, if not an outright blockbuster. Its strong opening ensured recovery of a significant chunk of investment early on, giving the film enough cushion to weather weekday drops.

For Kichcha Sudeep, Mark further cements his position as one of Kannada cinema’s most bankable stars — especially when it comes to theatrical pull.

What’s Next for Mark?

Trade trackers are now keenly watching:

Second weekend performance
Hold in interior Karnataka
Satellite and OTT buzz post theatrical run

If weekend numbers show even a modest uptick, Mark could comfortably close its run with impressive final figures.

Also Read: https://ultapaltakhabar.com/psych-siddhartha-box-office-day-1-telugu-thriller-opens-quietly-with-inr-0-03-cr/

Final Take

Mark may have slowed down on Day 8, but the film has already done enough to earn its place among the notable Kannada successes of the season. With over ₹21.7 crore India net in just eight days, the action drama proves once again that star power, when combined with the right mass appeal, still rules the box office.

Stay tuned to UltaPaltaKhabar.com for live box office updates, Telugu–Kannada–Bollywood trade analysis, and all the spicy behind-the-scenes buzz from the world of entertainment.

Note: For optimal viewing on mobile devices, rotate the screen.

You May Like:

Note: Box office figures are estimates from various sources and have not been independently verified by Ulta Palta Khabar.

Tags: