Mumbai, Nov 2 (IANS): The box-office business of "Saand Ki Aankh", based on the lives of India's oldest sharpshooters Chandro Tomar and Prakashi Tomar, seems to be growing with word of mouth. The film has performed better in its second weekend than the first.

"#SaandKiAankh continues to track well... Weekend 2 is performing much better than Weekend 1... Biz should escalate on (second) Sat and Sun... (Week 2) Fri 1.28 cr. Total: Rs 12.96 cr. #India biz," trade analyst Taran Adarsh tweeted on Saturday.

"Saand Ki Aankh", starring Bhumi Pednekar and Taapsee Pannu, had collected Rs. 2.48 crore in its first weekend.

"This film is very special to me and so are the dadis. The fact that people have appreciated our hard work makes us feel at peace and joyous at the same time. I couldn't have asked for us," said Bhumi.

"Saand Ki Aankh" had released on Diwali along with the multi-starrer "Housefull 4" and the comedy drama "Made In China".