Michael Jackson Biopic 'Michael' Impresses at Indian Box Office
Michael's Strong Opening in India
Michael Box Office Report India: The biopic about Michael Jackson, titled 'Michael', has made a remarkable debut in India. Featuring Jaafar Jackson, the nephew of the legendary pop icon, the film is helmed by director Antoine Fuqua and was released globally on April 24. Despite receiving mixed reviews, the film attracted a significant audience, particularly fans of Michael Jackson. Currently, it is competing directly with Akshay Kumar's 'Bhooth Bangla' at the Indian box office. Remarkably, 'Michael' has managed to maintain its position despite the competition from a major star's film, showing a solid start and notable growth over the weekend.
Box Office Earnings of 'Michael' in India Over Three Days
'Michael' kicked off with a positive reception and continued to gain momentum throughout the weekend. It garnered Rs 1.70 crore during preview shows on its opening day. On the first official day, it earned Rs 3.70 crore, followed by an increase to Rs 5.25 crore on Day 2, and Rs 5.85 crore on Day 3, as reported by Sacnilk. The film experienced a 7.8% increase in attendance on Sunday compared to Saturday, indicating a growing interest among viewers as the weekend progressed. Such growth is a promising indicator for any film.
After three days, 'Michael' has achieved total gross collections of Rs 19.20 crore in India, with net collections reaching Rs 16 crore. These figures are impressive for a Hollywood film in the Indian market. Additionally, 'Michael' has set a new record for the highest biopic opening globally, surpassing the $180.4 million opening weekend of 'Oppenheimer' in 2023, highlighting its significant impact on the international stage.
Update on Bhooth Bangla's Box Office Performance on Day 10
Meanwhile, Akshay Kumar's 'Bhooth Bangla' continues to perform well at the box office. On Day 10, it earned a net of Rs 12.50 crore in India, reflecting a 16.3% increase from Day 9's Rs 10.75 crore. The film shows no signs of slowing down. By the end of Day 10, 'Bhooth Bangla' has accumulated a total net of Rs 113.40 crore and a gross of Rs 134.98 crore. Despite the unexpected competition from 'Michael', 'Bhooth Bangla' has demonstrated solid growth over its second weekend, maintaining its popularity among Indian audiences. The successful return of Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan in a genre they excel in is evidently resonating well with viewers.