Taapsee Pannu's 'Assi' Maintains Modest Box Office Performance on Day 5
The latest collaboration between actress Taapsee Pannu and director Anubhav Sinha, titled 'Assi', continues to demonstrate a steady but unspectacular performance at the domestic box office. The film, which tackles the sensitive subject of sexual assault through the lens of a legal drama, has been generating single-digit collections since its theatrical release on February 20, 2026.
Day 5 Collection Details and Overall Performance
According to industry tracking reports from Sacnilk, 'Assi' managed to collect approximately Rs 0.85 crore on its fifth day in theaters, which was Tuesday, February 24, 2026. This brings the film's total net collection in India to Rs 5.75 crore, while the gross domestic earnings stand at Rs 6.75 crore.
The occupancy rate for the Hindi version of the film on Tuesday was recorded at 12.21%, indicating limited audience turnout despite the film's relevant social themes and star cast.
Day-Wise Box Office Breakdown
The film's collection pattern since release shows a typical weekday decline following the opening weekend:
- Day 1 (Friday, February 20): Rs 1 crore
- Day 2 (Saturday, February 21): Rs 1.6 crore
- Day 3 (Sunday, February 22): Rs 1.6 crore
- Day 4 (Monday, February 23): Rs 0.7 crore
- Day 5 (Tuesday, February 24): Rs 0.85 crore
The cumulative total for these five days amounts to Rs 4.95 crore in net collections.
About the Film and Cast
'Assi' represents the third cinematic partnership between Taapsee Pannu and director Anubhav Sinha, following their previous critically acclaimed collaborations on 'Mulk' and 'Thappad'. In this legal drama, Pannu portrays a lawyer fighting for justice on behalf of a sexual assault victim, played by actress Kani Kusruti.
The supporting cast features several respected performers including Revathi, Manoj Pahwa, Seema Pahwa, Kumud Mishra, and Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub. Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah makes a special cameo appearance in the film, adding to its artistic credibility.
Competitive Landscape and Release Context
The film entered theaters during a competitive period, directly clashing with Ravi Udywar's romantic drama 'Do Deewane Seher Mein', which stars Mrunal Thakur and Siddhant Chaturvedi. Additionally, 'Assi' faces ongoing competition from Vishal Bhardwaj's 'O' Romeo', featuring Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri, which had been released a week earlier on February 13, 2026.
Critical and audience reception for 'Assi' has been mixed, with some praising its social messaging and performances while others have noted its limited commercial appeal. This divided response appears to be reflected in the film's box office numbers, which have remained in the single-digit range throughout its first week.
Note: All box office figures mentioned in this report are compiled from various industry sources and represent approximate values. These numbers may be subject to revision as official studio data becomes available or as additional market reports are finalized. The information is provided for entertainment and informational purposes only.
