Singham Again has had a solid first week at the box office, maintaining a steady run since its release, although it faced a slight drop on Day 7. Despite trailing behind Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 on Thursday, it has still performed strongly in both domestic and international markets.
Key Highlights of Singham Again’s Box Office Performance:
Day 7 Earnings: On Thursday (Day 7), Singham Again earned ₹8.75 crore, a slight dip from the previous days. This brought its total collections over the first week to approximately ₹173 crore. The film’s daily collections had been consistently above ₹10 crore in the first six days, showcasing strong momentum.
Weekend Impact: The film had an outstanding opening weekend, grossing over ₹121 crore, which significantly boosted its overall earnings. However, the drop on Day 7 indicates a typical post-weekend slowdown, though this is common for big-budget films.
Footfall Trends:
The film has seen a decline in footfall during weekdays, with 18.24% occupancy overall, but night shows continue to attract significant viewers. Despite the drop, Singham Again is expected to cross the ₹200-crore mark in its second weekend, maintaining its box office strength.
Global Performance: Singham Again has crossed ₹250 crore globally, with ₹50 crore coming from international markets. This demonstrates the film’s widespread appeal, especially in overseas territories.
Industry Praise: Film trade expert Taran Adarsh noted that the second weekend will be crucial for projecting the film’s lifetime collections. The strong weekend earnings, especially in its first week, indicate that Singham Again has the potential to sustain a strong run and could even surpass Fighter to claim the third spot in the top-grossing Bollywood films of 2024.
Rohit Shetty’s Achievement: This marks Rohit Shetty’s 10th film to cross ₹100 crore at the box office, a significant milestone in his career. He took to social media to thank his audience for their continued support, noting that the love from fans had remained constant throughout his filmography.
Current Ranking: As of now, Singham Again is the fourth highest-earning Bollywood film of 2024, behind Stree 2, Kalki 2898 AD, and Fighter. It’s expected to overtake Fighter in the coming days.
Conclusion:
While Singham Again faced a slight dip in collections on Day 7, it has performed impressively overall, particularly in its opening weekend. The film is well on its way to crossing ₹200 crore domestically and ₹250 crore globally. It continues to show strong potential, with Singham Again positioned to be one of the top performers of 2024. Its second-weekend performance will be key in determining how far it can go in terms of lifetime earnings.
