Bhubaneswar: The Odia film industry is witnessing an unprecedented box office battle as Bou Butta Bhuta emerges as a formidable challenger to Karma's established supremacy. Bou Buttu Bhuta starring Babushaan Mohanty stormed over Rs 6 crore net in its opening week, emerging a big blockbuster at the box office.
The horror-comedy starring Babushaan Mohanty has created ripples across Odisha's entertainment landscape, with audiences and critics alike praising its production quality and storytelling approach. Released during the Raja Festival on June 12, 2025, the film has managed to capture both commercial success and critical acclaim in equal measure.
Box Office Performance Analysis
Karma has earned around Rs 7 crore in its lifetime collection, setting a benchmark for Odia cinema. However, Bou Butta Bhuta's remarkable first-week performance of Rs 6.15 crore gross collection has industry insiders speculating about a potential record-breaking run.
One Reddit user from Sambalpur noted, "Karma's lifetime collection was 7cr gross. BBB's 1 week collection is 6.15cr gross acc to sacnilk. Both movies are good but the hype for BBB is unmatchable 🔥" This comparison highlights the unprecedented momentum the new release has generated.
The film's success has been attributed to several factors, including strong audience support for quality Odia content. As one moviegoer commented, "Yes it is a good movie. I would say it is better than karma. And tbh I watch decent odia movies in theater just to support the efforts...which is much needed now."
Critical Reception and Audience Response
Bou Buttu Bhuta is a comedy-horror drama that released during the Raja Festival on June 12, 2025. Directed by Jagdish Mishra, the film stars Babushaan Mohanty, Aparajita Mohanty, Archita Sahu, and Anugulia Bunty in major roles.
Audience reviews have been largely positive, with many praising the film's production values and performances. One viewer shared their experience: "It did! It broke first week collection of karma. It's a well made movie. Makers made sure to give us quality as much as they can. Story is well written. Sets are of quality. Acting of most main actors are great."
However, the film has also received constructive criticism. A theater-goer from Khordha observed, "The first half is quite excellent, can match the quality of any other good bollywood horror movies with its story, setting and production quality. But was honestly disappointed with the second half."
Industry Impact and Future Prospects
The success of Bou Butta Bhuta represents more than just box office numbers; it signals a potential renaissance for Odia cinema. The film's ability to match Bollywood production standards while maintaining its regional authenticity has set new expectations for future releases.
Industry observers believe that if the current momentum continues, Bou Butta Bhuta could potentially surpass Karma's lifetime collection within the next few weeks. The film's success during the Raja Festival period, traditionally a strong time for regional cinema, has provided additional boost to its commercial prospects.
The growing support from audiences who specifically choose to watch quality Odia films in theaters demonstrates a maturing market ready to embrace well-crafted regional content. This trend could encourage more filmmakers to invest in high-quality productions, potentially elevating the entire industry's standards.
As both films continue to be celebrated for their contributions to Odia cinema, the healthy competition between Karma and Bou Butta Bhuta may well be the catalyst needed to propel regional filmmaking to new heights.
