'F1' box office collections day 8: Racing film nears Rs 40 crore mark in India
Brad Pitt's high-octane racing drama maintains a steady pace into the second weekend 'F1: The Movie', led by Brad Pitt and centered on the world of Formula One racing, is maintaining a respectable hold at the Indian box office.
As reported by the Sacnilk website, after completing a solid first week with Rs 35.5 crore, the film added another Rs 3.5 crore on its eighth day (Friday), taking the total India net collection to Rs 39 crore across all languages.
Strong urban hold, English shows lead
The English 2D version had an overall occupancy of 30.78%. The night shows crossed the 50% mark, with evening shows also holding firm at over 37%.
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Tamil 2D shows reported 33.41% overall occupancy.
The night slots neared 40%. That regional support has given 'F1' a decent boost in the South.
Hindi screens show modest movement
The Hindi version showed more modest results. Day 8 occupancy for Hindi 2D shows hovered at 11.26%, with the highest turnout coming during night shows (16.04%). The film's niche genre and star cast may have contributed to its limited appeal in smaller Hindi belts, but it remains a favorite among urban viewers.
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Weekend crucial for pushing past Rs 50 Cr
With Rs 39 crore already in the bank, 'F1: The Movie' now eyes a strong second weekend to cross the Rs 50 crore mark in India.
If the current momentum holds, especially in metros and Southern states, 'F1' could accelerate its way to a strong second-week total. The next days will be crucial for the Brad Pitt starrer. ETimes review for the film reads, "Brad Pitt nails the role of a driver with laid-back arrogance, shining in every scene—whether he's strutting in with retro swagger or brushing off the media with monosyllabic replies. Don't miss the finale, where it's just him in the cockpit, the world around him fading into silence—what he calls 'flying.
' Damson Idris is equally compelling as the new-age driver, skillfully balancing raw talent with the modern demands of social media and public presence."
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