Trying to pull a huge movie down seems to be the latest trend of the trade in recent years.

Ketan Mehta's epic 'Mangal Pandey - The Rising' too faced rough weather from number of sources due to this but fortunately has been able to defy all the challenges and appears to be on a victorious ride.

As things stand today, 'Mangal Pandey' has literally done a 'halla-bol' at the ticket window, especially the windows that open from the multiplexes.

The movie has enjoyed great returns due to 4 days weekend, generally good reviews and some positive word of mouth that has ensured that some stray comments from a few corners have not really impacted the business of the movie.

With increased number of shows and hike in admission tickets rates, a 15 crore gross seems to be passe while the final calculations may take the movie to a 20 crore mark too, hence breaking the record of 'Veer Zaara'.

Watch out for our exclusive box office report soon to know more details !