'Singham Returns' has roaring opening - Rs.32.09 crore

As expected, Ajay Devgn-starrer "Singham Returns" received a roaring response on its opening day, registering a collection of Rs.32.09 crore on day one.

The Independence Day offering, directed by Rohit Shetty, has got a positive feedback from critics as well as audiences. It released Friday.

Trade analyst Taran Adarsh confirmed the figure, and tweeted Saturday: "#Singham Returns packs a SOLID PUNCH. Collects 32.09 cr nett on Fri. BIGGEST OPENER OF 2014 (so far). India biz."

The movie is a sequel to "Singham", which turned out to be a blockbuster in 2011. It also stars Kareena Kapoor.

Another trade pundit Komal Nahta tweeted upon the sequel's release: "#Singham Returns a surefire hit. Will be Ajay's bigest hit so far. Business will be far more than 'Singham'."

The film, co-produced by Ajay Devgn Films, Rohit Shetty Productions and Reliance Entertainment, features Ajay as inspector Bajirao Singham whose mission is to weed out corruption. It is catching the audiences' eye with its gripping story, high-octane action and power-packed performances backed by catchy dialogues.