In a seismic shake-up at the box office, the Ranbir Kapoor-starrer ‘Animal’ has surged to astounding heights, carving an indelible mark in the annals of Indian cinema. The film, packed with adrenaline and emotion, embarked on a jaw-dropping journey, accumulating an unprecedented ₹338.63 crores in its first week, staggering industry pundits and setting ablaze numerous records along its fiery path.
With a stellar opening of ₹54.75 crores on Friday, ‘Animal’ set the tone for a groundbreaking run that only accelerated in intensity. Surging ahead with unwavering momentum, the film conquered the weekend with a whopping ₹63.46 crores on Sunday, cementing its place as the talk of the town and the box office behemoth.
What makes ‘Animal’s triumph even more remarkable is its formidable accomplishments amidst formidable challenges. In an unparalleled feat, the movie secured its spot as the third-highest-grossing film within a week, standing tall among cinema’s giants. Notably, it claimed the throne as the leading film released on a non-holiday, defying conventional norms and rewriting the rules of success.
But the triumph doesn’t stop there. ‘Animal’ gracefully faced off against its contenders, clashing with other cinematic giants, yet emerged victorious with a staggering ₹300.81 crores nett business in its Hindi version alone. The film’s ‘A’ certification did little to deter its incredible performance, instead, adding to its prestige as the highest-grossing film in that category.
The clash of titans – ‘#Jawan’, ‘#Pathaan’, and ‘#Gadar2’ – witnessed ‘Animal’ stamping its authority, proudly securing the third spot in the epic showdown. Even in South Indian languages, ‘Animal’ left an indelible mark, collecting a commendable ₹37.82 crores, further bolstering its all-language total to an awe-inspiring ₹338.63 crores.
The phenomenal success of ‘Animal’ isn’t merely confined within the borders of India; its roar reverberates globally, setting new benchmarks and drawing universal acclaim. As the film continues its roaring run, industry insiders eagerly anticipate the milestones yet to be conquered, eagerly awaiting the chapters ‘Animal’ is yet to script in the cinematic saga.
With unprecedented fervor and unwavering support from audiences, ‘Animal’ has signaled a new era in Indian cinema, where records are shattered, norms are challenged, and brilliance finds its ultimate expression on the silver screen. As the days progress, the question on everyone’s lips remains: what more can ‘Animal’ achieve in its extraordinary journey?
