Kannada star Upendra’s latest directorial venture, ‘UI,’ has defied pre-release buzz with a strong opening day box office collection of Rs 6.75 crore in India. The film resonated particularly well in its home state of Karnataka, raking in Rs 6 crore. While collections were more modest in other regions, the overall occupancy rates, especially in Kannada (72.44%), suggest significant audience interest. ‘UI’ is a dystopian sci-fi film with a unique statutory warning that has captured attention.