SAAWARIYA has fared below expectations in U.K. The numbers may seem impressive considering it stars a new pair, but given the fact that it’s made by Sanjay Leela Bhansali and released during the festive season, it falls short of expectations in U.K. However, the business is impressive in America.

Weekend: November 9–11, 2007

U.K. BOX-OFFICE

SAAWARIYA has debuted at No. 12 position. In its opening weekend, the film has collected £159,210 [approx. Rs. 1.29 crores] on 48 screens, with the per screen average working out to £3,317.

The breakdown: Friday: £38,528; Saturday: £69,529; Sunday: £51,153.

U.S.A. BOX-OFFICE

SAAWARIYA has debuted at No. 24 position. In its opening weekend, the film has collected $542,192 [approx. Rs. 2.13 crores] on 85 screens, with the per screen average working out to $6,379.