Fighter Box Office Collection Day 9: Hrithik-Deepika Starrer Looks For A Good Weekend, Crosses 150 Crore In India

Fighter: Soaring High or Stalling Out? Indian Box Office Report

Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone’s action-packed drama “Fighter” took flight earlier this week, and after its first nine days, the verdict on its box office performance remains somewhat mixed.

Solid Debut, But Can it Sustain?

Fighter opened strong, earning an estimated ₹ 146.50 Cr net in India across its first eight days. This placed it amongst the top earners of the Republic Day weekend and marked a solid opening for the high-profile film. However, its ninth-day collection of ₹ 5.35 Cr indicates a noticeable drop.

Is this dip a concern?

Analysts suggest it’s too early to say definitively. While the drop is within expected ranges for big releases, sustained momentum is crucial for long-term success. The film faces competition from Hollywood releases like “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania” and upcoming Indian films like “Shehzada.” Therefore, maintaining strong word-of-mouth and audience interest will be key in the coming weeks.

Worldwide Outlook:

Beyond India, Fighter has crossed the ₹ 250 Cr mark worldwide, currently sitting at approximately ₹ 252.52 Cr. Its performance overseas has been decent, particularly in international markets with large Indian diasporas like the US, UK, and UAE. While not breaking records, it’s contributing to the film’s overall success.

The Verdict:

While Fighter has shown promising initial earnings, its true box office fate hinges on how it fares in the coming weeks. Can it hold onto its audience and defy the typical first-week drop? Maintaining consistent collections and positive word-of-mouth will be crucial for the film to truly take flight and land a satisfying box office win.