‘HanuMan’, the latest cinematic offering in the Indian superhero genre, has been making remarkable strides in box office collections, particularly in the Hindi heartland. The film is set to surpass the first-week earnings of notable films like ‘KGF’ (first part) and ‘Kantara’ (Hindi versions), aiming for a stellar ₹ 23 crore-plus business in its first week.
Impressive Box Office Journey of ‘HanuMan’
The film opened with a promising start and has maintained a steady grip in the mass pockets. ‘HanuMan’ recorded a collection of ₹ 2.15 crore on Friday, followed by a substantial increase over the weekend with ₹ 4.05 crore on Saturday and ₹ 6.17 crore on Sunday. The momentum continued into the weekdays, garnering ₹ 3.80 crore on Monday, ₹ 2.60 crore on Tuesday, and ₹ 2.25 crore on Wednesday, bringing the total to an impressive ₹ 21.02 crore for the Hindi version in India.
The Telugu Version’s Steady Performance in North India
Alongside its Hindi version, ‘HanuMan’ was also released in Telugu, witnessing considerable success in North India. The Telugu version commenced its journey with ₹ 24 lakhs on Friday, and experienced consistent growth over the weekend, earning ₹ 40 lakhs on Saturday and ₹ 45 lakhs on Sunday. The weekdays saw a decent hold with collections of ₹ 28 lakhs on Monday, ₹ 17 lakhs on Tuesday, and ₹ 15 lakhs on Wednesday, totaling ₹ 1.69 crore.
A New Benchmark in Indian Cinema
The film’s success in its first week, especially in the Hindi heartland, sets a new benchmark for Indian superhero movies. Surpassing the first-week collections of established blockbusters like ‘KGF’ and ‘Kantara’ is no small feat, positioning ‘HanuMan’ as a strong contender in the Indian film industry. The film’s engaging storyline, coupled with high-quality visual effects, has resonated well with audiences, contributing to its impressive box office performance.
