September 2025 Advance Booking Report The cinema scene in India is heating up in September 2025, with multiple big theatrical releases in the same week. Among them, Jolly LLB 3, Nishaanchi, and Ajey: The Untold Story of a Yogi are drawing the most attention. While all three films are racing toward a September 19 release, advance booking numbers are already giving clues about which might dominate the box office. Here’s a breakdown of what the early numbers and reports suggest — and what it means when these three face off.
Jolly LLB 3 — Strong Start, But Not Without Concerns
Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi are back with Jolly LLB 3, and the film’s advance bookings suggest there’s healthy interest—but with caveats.
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As per Sacnilk, Jolly LLB 3 has locked ~₹1.73 crore in advance ticket bookings.
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Including blocked seats, estimates push that total closer to ₹4 crore.
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Early sales show about 20,000 tickets sold in the top three national chains (PVR, Inox, Cinepolis) for Day 1.
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Delhi is emerging as a strong market, contributing a significant chunk of early sales. Other states picking up are Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Maharashtra etc.
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However, some pain points: release on a regular working Friday (not a holiday), which may limit first‐day crowds. Also, disputes earlier over Virtual Print Fee (VPF) with multiplex chains like PVR-Inox threatened to stall bookings. Fortunately, those seem to have been largely resolved.
In short: Jolly LLB 3 is off to a strong but not explosive start. If momentum continues through Friday and word-of-mouth is positive, first-day numbers might land in the ₹9-15 crore net range, as some trade analysts predict.
Nishaanchi — Anticipation Is Solid, But No Big Numbers Yet
Directed by Anurag Kashyap, Nishaanchi is another film scheduled for the same release day (September 19), and the initial signs indicate interest, especially among fans of crime dramas and those curious about its twin-role narrative, but advance booking data is still emerging.
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As of now, what is confirmed is that advance bookings are open for Nishaanchi.
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There are reports on its plot, cast (including Aaishvary Thackeray, Vedika Pinto, etc.), and growing audience excitement. But unlike Jolly LLB 3, no reports (so far) show large revenue figures from pre-sales.
Thus, while Nishaanchi has strong anticipation, especially given Anurag Kashyap’s reputation, it doesn’t yet seem to be pulling the same advance booking numbers as Jolly LLB 3. It may depend heavily on reviews, promotion, and last-minute bookings.
Ajey: The Untold Story of a Yogi — Biography Buzz, But Advance Data Sparse
Ajey: The Untold Story of a Yogi — a biopic on Yogi Adityanath starring Anant Joshi and Paresh Rawal — is also in the mix. The film promises a combination of spiritual, political, and inspirational themes, giving it a different appeal compared to courtroom drama (Jolly LLB 3) and crime saga (Nishaanchi).
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Advance booking has officially opened. Audiences can reserve seats already, especially in metros like Mumbai, Kolkata, etc.
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BookMyShow listings show a good number of interested users. For example, in some cities, tens of thousands have indicated interest.
However, beyond “advance booking open” and interest numbers, there is no strong reported figure yet regarding how much revenue the film has earned from advance ticket sales (at least in the public domain).
So, while the film is riding the biopic trend which often draws sizable crowds (especially in northern states), its box office performance will depend on how much momentum it builds in the final 1-2 days pre-release, especially against two strong competitors.
Clash Comparison — Who Has the Edge?
Putting these three head-to-head based on current numbers and trends:
| Factor | Advantage to Jolly LLB 3 | Nishaanchi | Ajey: The Untold Story of a Yogi |
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| Advance Booking Revenue (so far) | ✅ Strongest: ₹1.7-2+ crore actual + ~₹4 crore with blocked seats included. | Low / modest (bookings open but revenue not yet highlighted). | Sparse – bookings open but no big‐ticket numbers yet public |
| Star Power & Franchise / Reputation | High: Akshay Kumar + Arshad Warsi + legacy franchise Jolly LLB gives big base. | Medium: Anurag Kashyap has cult audience, but cast less nationally bankable. | High in regions where Yogi’s biopic appeals; political/spiritual films often get strong turnout in certain states. |
| Competing Release Day | All releasing on same Friday, so direct clash. Jolly LLB 3 seems to be better placed in terms of reach. | Needs strong last-minute push or positive early reviews. | May benefit from audience segments interested in political/spiritual dramas, but risk being overshadowed. |
| Risk Factors | VPF dispute, working day release, legal challenges/petitions might affect perception. | Genre might limit mass appeal; needs word of mouth. | Sensitivities of political/biographical content; CBFC/censorship issues can affect buzz. |
What to Expect — Predictions & Possible Outcomes
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Jolly LLB 3 is the current frontrunner for box office opening day among the three. If it collects around ₹10-12 crore net, it will be a solid opening for its genre and will likely top the weekend.
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Nishaanchi could do well in states like UP, MP, WB, where Kashyap’s gritty storytelling and twin role plot might draw audiences. But unless pre-sales accelerate, it might be positioned for 2nd or 3rd place in total weekend collection.
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Ajey has the potential to pull in audiences interested in political/biographical content. If its marketing hits the right notes and early screenings (if any) or reviews are favorable, it might draw a respectable number, but matching Jolly LLB 3 or even Nishaanchi may be difficult at least in urban multiplex circuits.
The pre-release window is often a strong indicator of box office outcomes, and Jolly LLB 3 currently leads in that race with significant advance revenues and buzz. Nishaanchi and Ajey both have promise, but need a push in the final hours before release. For FilmyAlert.com readers: if you’re planning which movie to watch first this weekend, Jolly LLB 3 looks like the safe bet for biggest crowd; Nishaanchi is for those seeking edgy storytelling; Ajey is likely to draw interest in certain regions and among audiences drawn to biopics.
