Nikhil’s much awaited espionage thriller, Spy, released yesterday amid a positive pre-release buzz. However, the film failed impress movie lovers and critics. They all gave the movie a collective thumbs down.

 

But, despite the underwhelming response, Spy has had a solid outing at the ticket counters across the globe and turned out to be the biggest-ever opener in Nikhil’s career thanks to the Eid holiday.

 

As per the latest update, Spy collected over Rs 11.7 crore (Rs 6 crore share approx) at the global box office on say 1. After Karthikeya 2, Nikhil market grown exponentially and these collections are proof of it.

 

The film needs another Rs 12 crore share to reach its break even mark. Whether or not the film can utilize the long weekend holiday advantage to its fullest and break even in all centres remains to be seen.

 

Incidentally, Spy’s Hindi version was not screened by the major multiplex chains due to their strict OTT release policy.

 

Noted young editor Garry BH has made his directorial debut with Spy. The film has been produced on K Rajasekhara Reddy’s ED Entertainments banner. Ishwarya Menon is the leading lady.