'Bajrangi Bhaijaan' mints over Rs. 27 crore on opening day

New Delhi, July 18: The journey of Salman Khan's character from India to Pakistan in "Bajrangi Bhaijaan" is treading towards a successful run at the box office. The Kabir Khan directorial, which is the actor's Eid treat to his fans, amassed over Rs.27 crore since its release on Friday. Co-produced by Salman Khan Films (SKF) with Rockline Venkatesh, the movie brings forward an extraordinary story of how an Indian and a dumb and mute girl from Pakistan find affection for each other during a simple road trip. “Salman Khan Films breaks all Salman Khan records. His biggest opening day collection of Rs. 27.25 crore (net box office collection) 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan'. It's a non holiday, working Friday collection,” shared a source from Salman Khan Films. The film, which also features Kareena Kapoor Khan and Nawazuddin Siddiqui, runs high on action, drama, simplicity and innocence. Trade analyst Komal Nahta says the film's box office collection will silence critics, who pass off Salman's films with incoherent scripts. “So, the first day's figure of #BajrangiBhaijaan has silenced all those who thought, the film had no merits? Rs. 27.25 crore on Ramzan day,” Nahta tweeted.