Vicky Kaushal's 'Chhaava' has earned Rs 472 crore in 19 days in India, becoming the 11th biggest Indian film. To surpass 'Animal' and become the 7th highest-grossing Hindi film, 'Chhaava' needs Rs 31.06 crore more. With its Telugu release on February 7, it aims to regain momentum to potentially reach Rs 500 crore.
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