Box Office: Crew and Godzilla x Kong Shine on 2nd Saturday. The Indian box office witnessed a thrilling showdown on the second Saturday as “Crew” and “Godzilla x Kong” flexed their cinematic muscles. Both films raked in approximately Rs 5.25 crores each, keeping the cash registers ringing and reaffirming their box office dominance.
Crew’s Steady Run
“Crew”, directed by Balaji Telefilms, maintained its momentum during the second weekend. However, its growth percentage was slightly lower due to the expiration of the buy-one-get-one offer, which was valid only for Friday screenings. Nevertheless, the film has crossed the Rs 50 crores nett mark, a commendable achievement.
Here’s a glimpse of “Crew’s” day-wise collections in India:
Day 1: Rs 9.50 crores
Day 2: Rs 9.75 crores
Day 3: Rs 10.50 crores
Day 4: Rs 4.25 crores
Day 5: Rs 3.65 crores
Day 6: Rs 3.30 crores
Day 7: Rs 2.90 crores
Day 8: Rs 3.75 crores
Day 9 (2nd Saturday): Rs 5.25 crores
Crew aims to reach the Rs 75-80 crores milestone, but its screen count will soon be impacted by the release of new films.
Godzilla x Kong’s Monstrous Run
“Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” roared into theaters with a bang, captivating audiences across India. The film’s second-day collections mirrored its opening day success, adding another Rs 12.50 crores to its total. With a cumulative collection of Rs 63.75 crores nett in just nine days, this monster flick is on track to achieve its target of Rs 90-95 crores.
Here’s how “Godzilla x Kong” fared in terms of daily collections:
Day 1: Rs 12.50 crores
Day 2 (2nd Saturday): Rs 11.65 crores
Day 3: Rs 13 crores
Day 4: Rs 6 crores
Day 5: Rs 4.75 crores
Day 6: Rs 4 crores
Day 7: Rs 3.60 crores
Day 8: Rs 3 crores
Day 9: Rs 5.25 crores
What Lies Ahead
As the Eid festivities approach, both films face new rivals. “Bade Miyan Chote Miyan” and “Maidaan” are set to release, vying for screens. While Crew and Godzilla x Kong have garnered acceptance, their screen count will gradually decrease. However, their impact will linger, ensuring continued footfall even after Eid.
Internationally, Crew stands as the second-highest grosser of 2024 among Bollywood films, surpassing “Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya” and “Shaitaan”. Meanwhile, Godzilla x Kong aims for global supremacy with a target of 600-700 million dollars.
Box Office: In this fierce battle at the box office, both films prove that entertainment knows no bounds. As we eagerly await the Eid releases, the Indian box office remains in good shape, with eyes fixed on the silver screen.