Ranbir Kapoor and Yash's epic film earns over Rs. 105 crore on Monday, prompting cinemas to add unprecedented midnight screenings.
The mythological epic Ramayana: Part One, featuring stars Ranbir Kapoor and Yash, has made a significant impact at the Indian box office, earning an estimated Rs. 105 crore nett on Monday. This figure includes approximately Rs. 85 crore from the Hindi version and Rs. 20 crore from dubbed South versions, as reported by Pinkvilla.
The film, which was released on November 5, just ahead of Diwali, has seen a surge in audience attendance as the holiday season progresses. Despite initial subdued footfalls due to pre-Diwali festivities, the demand for Ramayana has skyrocketed, leading to capacity issues in cinemas across major cities.
Midnight Showings to Meet Demand
In response to the overwhelming interest, cinemas have begun adding an extraordinary number of midnight shows. According to Bollywood Hungama, screenings have been scheduled as late as 4:50 am in cities like Mumbai, Pune, and Ahmedabad. This trend is unusual for a film that was released during a typically quiet pre-Diwali period.
Exhibitors are adapting to the high demand by offering late-night screenings, with multiple showings scheduled between midnight and early morning. For instance, Movietime Cubic Mall in Mumbai has a show at 12:35 am, while Maxus Bhayander features three shows, including one at the astonishing hour of 4:50 am.
Box Office Performance and Future Prospects
While the Monday earnings are impressive, they fall slightly short of the Rs. 110 crore nett achieved by Dhurandhar: The Revenge earlier this year. Analysts suggest that the film’s performance will depend on its ability to maintain strong audience numbers in the coming days, especially as the Diwali festivities continue.
As the film holds up well overseas, with notable earnings reported from Australia, Malaysia, and Singapore, the overall reception indicates a positive trajectory for Ramayana: Part One. The film’s high production values and engaging storytelling have resonated with audiences, making it a significant contender in the current box office landscape.
