Sunday emerged as a game-changer for the film industry across both Bollywood and Hollywood, with massive earnings that shook up the box office rankings. A string of recent releases, including the much-discussed ‘Metro In Dino’, the gripping ‘Jurassic Park Re-Birth’, sports drama ‘F1’, emotional powerhouse ‘Sitare Zameen Par’, and Kajol-starrer ‘Maa’, lit up theatres across India.
Here’s a deep-dive into the weekend box office collections, film by film, with comprehensive numbers and insights into what’s working with the Indian audience.
Metro In Dino Weekend Collection: From Slow Start to Weekend Surge
‘Metro In Dino’, which hit theatres on July 4, had a modest opening of ₹3.5 crore on Thursday. Despite a sluggish beginning, the film found momentum as the weekend approached. With urban audiences responding positively to the slice-of-life storytelling and ensemble cast, Saturday witnessed a significant spike to ₹6 crore.
The real breakthrough came on Sunday, when the film collected an impressive ₹7.08 crore, marking its highest single-day performance yet. With a three-day cumulative total of ₹16.58 crore, the film is now expected to gain further traction through word-of-mouth and weekday footfalls.
Total India Box Office Collection (till Sunday): ₹16.58 crore
Jurassic Park Re-Birth: Hollywood’s Roar Heard Loud Across India
There’s no denying the Indian audience’s growing appetite for Hollywood spectacles, and ‘Jurassic Park Re-Birth’ is proof. Released on July 4, the film launched with a powerful opening of ₹9 crore, driven by strong advance bookings and nostalgia for the iconic franchise.
The action-packed dinosaur epic escalated its performance over the weekend:
Saturday: ₹13.5 crore
Sunday: ₹15.7 crore
The film now stands at a staggering ₹38.2 crore within just three days of release in India, outperforming several domestic titles and establishing itself as the weekend’s biggest box office success.
Total India Box Office Collection (till Sunday): ₹38.2 crore
F1 Film: Sports Drama Maintains Speed in Second Weekend
The American sports drama ‘F1’, which premiered in India on June 27, continues its strong performance well into its second weekend. After debuting with a ₹5.5 crore opening, it racked up ₹35.5 crore in its first week, thanks to its gripping narrative and high-octane race sequences.
The film didn’t lose steam as the second weekend rolled in:
Second Saturday: ₹5.75 crore
Second Sunday: ₹6.25 crore
This brings the total Indian collection of ‘F1’ to a commendable ₹50.85 crore, a feat not easily achieved by non-franchise international films in the Indian market.
Total India Box Office Collection (till Sunday): ₹50.85 crore
Sitare Zameen Par: Aamir Khan’s Emotional Drama Inches Closer to ₹150 Crore
Superstar Aamir Khan’s ‘Sitare Zameen Par’, released on June 20, has emerged as a powerful performer at the Indian box office. Opening with a solid ₹10.7 crore, the film captivated audiences with its emotional storyline and stellar performances.
Here’s how the numbers stack up:
First Week: ₹88.9 crore
Second Week: ₹46.5 crore
Third Saturday: ₹4.75 crore
Third Sunday: ₹6.25 crore
With a cumulative total of ₹148.8 crore, the film is now just a step away from breaching the ₹150 crore milestone, an impressive achievement in the post-pandemic cinematic landscape.
Total India Box Office Collection (till Sunday): ₹148.8 crore
Maa: Kajol’s Family Drama Sees Second Wind in Second Weekend
Kajol’s deeply emotional film ‘Maa’, which released on June 27, had a decent run in its first week with ₹4.65 crore on the opening day. While the weekday earnings dipped slightly, the film made a surprising comeback during the second weekend, thanks to renewed interest from family audiences and regional circuits.
Second Saturday: ₹1.75 crore
Second Sunday: ₹2.35 crore
The film’s current total stands at ₹31.60 crore, reflecting a steady run despite facing stiff competition from newer releases.
Total India Box Office Collection (till Sunday): ₹31.60 crore
Top Performing Films Over the Weekend (India)
| Film Title | Weekend Collection (Fri-Sun) | Total Collection (India) |
|---|---|---|
| Jurassic Park Re-Birth | ₹38.2 crore | ₹38.2 crore |
| Sitare Zameen Par | ₹11 crore | ₹148.8 crore |
| F1 | ₹12 crore | ₹50.85 crore |
| Metro In Dino | ₹16.58 crore | ₹16.58 crore |
| Maa | ₹4.1 crore | ₹31.60 crore |
Regional Markets and Audience Response
Films like ‘Metro In Dino’ and ‘Maa’ performed particularly well in metro cities and Tier-1 multiplex chains, where urban themes resonate stronger. Meanwhile, ‘Jurassic Park Re-Birth’ found mass appeal in both urban and semi-urban areas, thanks to its action-driven visuals and franchise loyalty.
‘Sitare Zameen Par’ maintained consistency across states like Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Delhi NCR, proving Aamir Khan’s wide-reaching influence. On the other hand, ‘F1’ surprisingly drew significant numbers from the southern markets, which are generally more resistant to non-Indian films unless dubbed.
What’s Next at the Box Office?
With this weekend’s strong momentum, upcoming weekdays will be crucial, especially for ‘Metro In Dino’, which needs solid holdover collections to break even. ‘Jurassic Park Re-Birth’ appears unstoppable and could soon surpass ₹50 crore in India alone, while ‘F1’ eyes the ₹60 crore mark.
All eyes are now on next week’s releases, which include new Hindi dramas and regional thrillers, but these current top performers are likely to continue their streak for at least another full week.
Final Takeaway
This weekend proved that content-rich storytelling, established franchises, and powerful star casts can coexist and thrive in the same box office window. From Aamir Khan’s tearjerker to dinosaurs wreaking havoc, audiences had a range of experiences to choose from—and they showed up in numbers.
Whether you’re tracking the rise of ‘Metro In Dino’, the domination of ‘Jurassic Park Re-Birth’, or the staying power of ‘Sitare Zameen Par’, it’s clear: cinema is back with full force in India.
