John Abraham's Batla House, one of the most-anticipated releases this year, finally hit theatres on Independence Day, August 15. The film has been receiving rave reviews from critics and audiences across the country. The action-thriller directed by Nikkhil Advani has garnered Rs 14.59 crore on its first day.

Batla House is based on the controversial alleged 2008 encounter case in New Delhi. The film, made on a total budget of Rs 47 crore, has already recovered Rs 40 crore from its satellite, digital and music rights.