Mumbai, May 7, 2026
The Indian box office witnessed a diverse performance on Wednesday, with multiple films across Hindi, regional, and Hollywood segments competing for audience attention. While some films maintained steady momentum, others struggled to sustain collections.
From the strong run of Raja Shivaji to the disappointing performance of Ek Din, here’s a detailed breakdown of how films performed midweek.
‘Raja Shivaji’ Continues Solid Run at the Box Office
Raja Shivaji, starring and directed by Riteish Deshmukh, remains one of the top performers in theaters.
- Day 6 Collection: ₹4.25 crore
- Previous Day: ₹4.90 crore
- Total Collection: ₹48.67 crore
Based on the life of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the film continues to attract audiences across both Marathi and Hindi markets, maintaining a strong hold despite weekday dips.
‘Ek Din’ Fails to Impress, Collections Drop Sharply
Ek Din, featuring Junaid Khan, is struggling to gain traction at the box office.
- Day 6 Collection: ₹21 lakh
- Day 5 Collection: ₹25 lakh
- Total Collection: ₹3.36 crore
The film has failed to connect with audiences and appears to be heading toward an early exit from theaters.
‘Bhoot Bangla’ Inches Toward ₹150 Crore Milestone
Bhoot Bangla, starring Akshay Kumar, continues its steady run even after nearly three weeks.
- Day 20 Collection: ₹1.75 crore
- Previous Day: ₹2.25 crore
- Total Collection: ₹148.25 crore
The film is now closing in on the ₹150 crore mark, driven by consistent audience turnout.
‘Dhurandhar 2’ Maintains Blockbuster Status
Dhurandhar 2 continues to dominate even in its extended theatrical run.
- Day 49 Collection: ₹62 lakh
- Total Collection: ₹1,140.17 crore
The film remains a massive box office success, with sustained interest weeks after release.
Hollywood Releases ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ and ‘Michael’ Show Steady Performance
Among international releases, The Devil Wears Prada 2 and Michael are drawing Indian audiences.
The Devil Wears Prada 2
- Day 6 Collection: ₹1.25 crore
- Total Collection: ₹17.05 crore
Michael
- Day 13 Collection: ₹1.60 crore
- Total Collection: ₹42.75 crore
Both films are performing steadily, reflecting a growing appetite for Hollywood content in India.
Box Office Trends: Winners and Losers
The Wednesday box office highlights a clear divide:
- Strong Performers: Raja Shivaji, Bhoot Bangla, Dhurandhar 2
- Average Hold: Hollywood releases
- Underperformer: Ek Din
With the weekend approaching, trade analysts expect a potential surge in collections, especially for films with positive word-of-mouth.
