‘Pongala’ box office collections day 2: Sreenath Bhasi’s action drama collects Rs 25 lakhs

Sreenath Bhasi’s new action thriller ‘Pongala’ is facing a sluggish start at the box office, earning just Rs 25 lakhs nationwide in its opening two days. While Bhasi’s performance as an action hero is praised, the film, inspired by a real coastal incident, has received mixed reviews for its predictable plot and unimpressive execution, with some finding the violence off-putting.