Box Office: Bhooth Bangla Is A Success Story, But OMG 2 Remains Akshay Kumar’s Most Profitable Post-COVID Film
Akshay Kumar's Bhooth Bangla has emerged as a decent success at the Indian box office, enjoying 36% returns in 19 days.
by Shalmesh More · KoimoiBhooth Bangla has turned out to be a much-needed success story for Akshay Kumar. Unlike some of Akshay’s previous releases, the cost of his latest release was under control, with the actor himself reducing his upfront salary and opting for a profit-sharing model. This strategy has helped the film make healthy returns and become a clean success. As per the latest development, it has now made 36% returns through the domestic run. Keep reading for a detailed report!
How much did Bhooth Bangla earn at the Indian box office in 19 days?
On the third Tuesday, day 19, the film benefited from the discounted ticket rates (blockbuster Tuesday offer) and scored 2.5 crore. Compared to day 18’s 2 crore, it displayed a 25% growth. Overall, it has earned 163.51 crore net at the Indian box office. It equals 192.94 crore gross. In the absence of any major releases, the film is on track to cross 175 crore in net collections.
Here’s the week-wise collection breakdown:
- Week 1 – 95.68 crore
- Week 2 – 48.23 crore
- Day 15 – 4.75 crore
- Day 16 – 4.6 crore
- Day 17 – 5.75 crore
- Day 18 – 2 crore
- Day 19 – 2.5 crore
Total – 163.51 crore
OMG 2 is ahead of Sooryavanshi and Bhooth Bangla in profits
In the post-COVID era, Akshay Kumar has delivered three successful films, including Sooryavanshi, OMG 2, and Bhooth Bangla, and among these, OMG 2 is the most profitable. Mounted on a budget of 65 crore, OMG 2 earned 150 crore net in India, yielding a return on investment (ROI) of 85 crore, or 130.76%.
Sooryavanshi was made on a budget of 180 crore and earned 195.04 crore net. It made an ROI of 15.04 crore or 8.35%. Coming to his latest release, Bhooth Bangla was made on a budget of 120 crore, and against this cost, it has earned 163.51 crore net. So, in 19 days, it has amassed an ROI of 43.51 crore or 36.25%.
On the whole, the horror-comedy is Akshay Kumar’s second-most-profitable film in the post-COVID era, while OMG 2 is at the top.
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