New Delhi | Shahid Kapoor-starrer "Deva" has collected Rs 5.78 crore nett at the domestic box office on its first day, the makers said on Saturday.

Produced by Roy Kapur Films in collaboration with Zee Studios, the action thriller movie made its debut in theatres across the country on Friday.

"Bhasad toh abhi shuru huyi hai! #Deva in cinemas now, book your tickets," Zee Studios posted on Instagram, along with a banner, stating that the movie earned Rs 5.78 crore in net box office collection (NBOC) on the opening day.

Directed by Rosshan Andrrews, known for Malayalam blockbusters such as “Salute” and “Kayamkulam Kochunni”, “Deva” is billed as an “action-packed roller-coaster ride full of thrill and drama”.

In the movie, Kapoor is essaying the role of a brilliant but defiant police officer. It also stars Pooja Hegde in the role of a journalist.

Actors Pavail Gulati and Kubbra Sait round out the cast of the film.