The much-awaited courtroom drama Jolly LLB 3, starring Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi, has finally hit the big screens. The film had created massive pre-release buzz thanks to the face-off between the two Jollys, witty dialogues, and powerful social commentary.
While the opening numbers are modest compared to big-banner Bollywood releases, Jolly LLB 3 enjoys strong brand recall and is expected to gain momentum over the weekend with positive word of mouth.
Jolly LLB 3 Day 1 Box Office Highlights
Opening Day Collection (India Net): ₹11.8 crore
Release Date: 19 September 2025
Lead actors: Akshay Kumar, Arshad Warsi, Huma Qureshi, Amrita Rao. For Full Cast, check out “Jolly LLB 3 Cast Fees“
Director: Subhash Kapoor
Jolly LLB 3 India Theater Occupancy – Day 1
The film witnessed a slow start in the morning but picked up slightly in the afternoon shows. Evening and night shows are expected to push the overall average higher.
| Show Timing | Occupancy % |
|---|---|
| Morning Shows | 12.4% |
| Afternoon Shows | 24.4% |
| Evening Shows | 35% |
| Night Shows | 55% |
Number of Shows Across Major Indian Cities
Jolly LLB 3 was released with a decent screen count across the country. NCR and Mumbai led with the highest number of shows on Day 1.
| City | No. of Shows |
|---|---|
| Mumbai | 669 |
| National Capital Region (NCR) | 1012 |
| Pune | 259 |
| Bengaluru | 241 |
| Hyderabad | 151 |
| Kolkata | 229 |
| Ahmedabad | 541 |
| Chennai | 33 |
| Surat | 292 |
| Jaipur | 140 |
| Chandigarh | 87 |
| Bhopal | 58 |
| Lucknow | 196 |
Previous Film Collections
The Jolly LLB franchise has a strong box office history. The first film, Jolly LLB (2013), opened at ₹3.05 crore, and despite being a modest-budget film, it went on to earn critical and commercial success. Its sequel, Jolly LLB 2 (2017), starring Akshay Kumar, had a much stronger debut, collecting ₹13.20 crore on its first day.
In comparison, Jolly LLB 3’s opening of ₹11.8 crore is lower than the second film but higher than the franchise’s first outing. The performance over the weekend will be crucial to determine whether the third installment can match or surpass Jolly LLB 2’s overall run. What to Expect from Jolly LLB 3’s Weekend?
Given the film’s stellar performances, engaging storyline, and courtroom confrontations, Jolly LLB 3 is likely to see a sharp rise in collections over Saturday and Sunday. The franchise’s past success and the hype around the Akshay Kumar vs Arshad Warsi legal clash may help the film record a stronger weekend total.
Conclusion
Jolly LLB 3 managed to earn ₹11.8 crore on Day 1, starting on a modest note at the box office. However, with its strong recall value, powerful dialogues, and ensemble cast, the film is well-positioned to gain momentum in the coming days. The real test begins over the weekend, when higher foot traffic will determine whether it lives up to the legacy of the franchise.
