Published 16:36 IST, September 14th 2024
Friday The 13th: Tumbbad Scares Up Record Box Office Opening For Hindi Re-Release, Beats YJHD, RHTDM
How much did the critically acclaimed 2018 folk horror film Tumbbad earn on its opening day, which coincided with Friday the 13th?
Tumbbad is undoubtedly regarded as one of the most intriguing masterpieces of Indian cinema, offering an amalgamation of stunning visuals that send chills down your spine and a story that stays etched in people's minds even years later. Amid the Bollywood re-release trend, let’s take a look at other films’ box office figures that the Sohum Shah starter managed to surpass.
Box office collection of films that have re-released recently including Tumbbad, YJHD
Some films are termed timeless classics and with the current trend, their re-release is now gaining momentum. With re-releases being cost-effective and beneficial for stakeholders, it has surely benefited the Bollywood industry.
Even after 6 years, Tumbbad is still being celebrated among audiences as it took the masses into a completely new world and also provided a fine theatrical experience. With the re-release of the film, let’s take a look at other films’ box office figures which have re-released this year.
Tumbbad- Day 1 Box office collection - (₹1.50 crore)
Rockstar- Week 1 Box Office collection- (₹40 lakh)
Laila Majnu- Day 1 Box office collection- (₹30 lakh)
Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani - Week 1 Box Office Collection - (₹28.50 lakh)
Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein - Day 1 Box office collection- (₹20 lakh)
Trend of Bollywood re-releases
The resurgence of classic Bollywood films offers a chance for the audience to revisit their favourite scenes on big screens. Films like Rehna Hai Tere Dil Mein, Laila Majnu, Tumbbad and Yeh Jawani Hai Dewani among others have re-released recently and managed to rope in viewers. These re-releases of Bollywood films evoke nostalgia and make fans relive their cherished memories while reminding them of their connection with these iconic movies.
As Bollywood continues the trend, it highlights the importance of what kind of stories audiences prefer to watch. The re-releases of Hindi films is a celebration of cinematic history and the influential films that would also be important for the future generations.
Updated 16:36 IST, September 14th 2024