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Mumbai — : The Indian box office is witnessing a major shake-up as Akshay Kumar and Ritesh Deshmukh’s ‘Housefull 5’ continues its high-octane run, challenging all recent releases. Meanwhile, Kamal Haasan’s ‘Thug Life’ has seen a noticeable dip in collections. With Rajkummar Rao’s ‘Bhool Chook Maaf’ still earning in crores and Tom Cruise’s ‘Mission Impossible 8’ making waves in India, the competition has turned intense.
Let’s dive deep into the latest box office report, examining every crore earned and every film’s standing after the weekend.
‘Housefull 5’ Inches Closer to the 100-Crore Club
Akshay Kumar returns to his comedy roots with ‘Housefull 5’, which has opened to robust numbers and is showing consistent growth.
Day 1 (Friday): ₹24 crore
Day 2 (Saturday): ₹31 crore
Day 3 (Sunday): ₹32 crore
The film now stands at a total of ₹87 crore in just three days. This performance is impressive despite receiving mixed reviews from critics. The audience seems to favor the light-hearted comedy and the brand power of the ‘Housefull’ franchise.
With the current pace, the film is expected to surpass the ₹100-crore mark by its fifth day. Multiplexes and single-screen cinemas alike have witnessed high occupancy, especially in metro cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad.
‘Thug Life’ Sees Rapid Decline After Initial Surge
On the flip side, Kamal Haasan’s much-hyped action drama ‘Thug Life’ is seeing a steep drop in collections. Despite its Pan-India release in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, and other languages, the film hasn’t maintained its opening momentum.
Day 1: ₹15.50 crore
Day 2: ₹7.15 crore
Day 3: ₹7.75 crore
Day 4: ₹6.50 crore
This brings the total to ₹36.90 crore over four days. The fourth-day dip marks its lowest single-day figure, raising concerns about its long-term performance. Poor word-of-mouth and mixed public reception appear to be impacting footfalls, especially in non-Tamil speaking regions.
Although visually grand and backed by Kamal Haasan’s star power, ‘Thug Life’ lacks repeat audience pull, crucial for sustaining box office numbers beyond the first weekend.
‘Bhool Chook Maaf’ Continues Its Steady Run
Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi’s thriller ‘Bhool Chook Maaf’ may not have made headlines on day one, but it’s proving to be a sleeper hit. The film has managed to maintain consistent performance over the past three weeks.
18th Day Collection: ₹1.21 crore
Total Collection: ₹69.21 crore
Here’s a breakdown of the film’s momentum:
Week 1: ₹44 crore
Week 2: ₹23 crore
Week 3 (so far): ₹2.21 crore
With a gripping narrative and strong word-of-mouth, the film continues to attract urban audiences, especially among those preferring content-driven cinema. It has also seen an increase in OTT platform interest, boosting weekday occupancies.
‘Mission Impossible 8’ Nears Century Mark in India
Hollywood’s action icon Tom Cruise has once again proven his pull at the Indian box office with ‘Mission Impossible – The Final Reckoning’, the eighth installment in the mega franchise. The film, which was released on May 17, has already captivated audiences for more than three weeks.
Day 23 Collection (English): ₹1.89 crore
Day 23 Collection (Hindi): ₹0.36 crore
Total Collection: ₹99.5 crore (India)
The film began its journey with a day-one collection of ₹16.5 crore, and despite newer releases, it has sustained its pace impressively. With just ₹0.5 crore remaining, it is on the verge of becoming another 100-crore Hollywood film in India.
This milestone would further solidify Tom Cruise’s dominance in the Indian market and reflect the franchise’s solid brand loyalty among Indian moviegoers.
Occupancy Rates and Regional Trends
High Occupancy Zones
‘Housefull 5’: Witnessed 80%+ occupancy in metros like Mumbai, Pune, and Ahmedabad.
‘Mission Impossible 8’: Enjoying strong numbers in Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, and Chennai due to urban youth audiences.
‘Bhool Chook Maaf’: Good evening shows in tier-1 cities, especially in Delhi and Kolkata.
Low Performing Areas
‘Thug Life’ saw its biggest dips in North India, where the audience was less receptive to its style and language format.
Single screens in smaller towns showed only moderate interest in non-mainstream content like ‘Bhool Chook Maaf’.
Comparison Chart: Weekend Box Office Summary
| Film Name | Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Total Collection | Days Running |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Housefull 5 | ₹24 Cr | ₹31 Cr | ₹32 Cr | ₹87 Cr | 3 Days |
| Thug Life | ₹15.5 Cr | ₹7.15 Cr | ₹7.75 Cr | ₹36.90 Cr | 4 Days |
| Bhool Chook Maaf | – | – | – | ₹69.21 Cr | 18 Days |
| Mission Impossible 8 | ₹16.5 Cr | – | – | ₹99.5 Cr | 23 Days |
Upcoming Releases to Watch Out For
With multiple big-budget films releasing in June, the competition will intensify further:
‘Pushpa 2’ Teaser Buzz: Allu Arjun’s next is generating early pre-release hype.
‘Kalki 2898 AD’: Expected to dominate Pan-India screens later this month.
Hollywood Titles: Disney and Marvel are lined up for mid-June releases, which could affect the earnings of all ongoing films.
Verdict: Akshay Kumar Dominates While Kamal Haasan Struggles
This weekend has clearly tilted in favor of mass entertainers over experimental action dramas. ‘Housefull 5’ has captured the audience’s attention, mixing nostalgia, humor, and star power. On the contrary, ‘Thug Life’ has struggled to convert its initial hype into sustained earnings.
Meanwhile, consistent performers like ‘Bhool Chook Maaf’ and ‘Mission Impossible 8’ showcase the growing maturity of Indian audiences who now appreciate both content and spectacle.
We anticipate a 100-crore celebration soon for ‘Housefull 5’ and ‘Mission Impossible 8’, while all eyes remain on upcoming mid-June releases that might shift the dynamics once again.
Stay tuned as we continue tracking the box office race, one crore at a time.
