MCU’s Latest Faces Tough Competition from ‘Chhaava’, Marks One of Marvel’s Lowest Week 1 Collections in India
February 21, 2025: Marvel Studios’ latest superhero film, ‘Captain America: Brave New World’, has had a disappointing first-week run in India, collecting just ₹16.29 crore. The film, starring Anthony Mackie as the new Captain America, struggled to gain traction, marking one of the weakest MCU openings in India.
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🔹 Box Office Breakdown (India):
- Day 1 (Friday): ₹4.2 crore
- Day 2 (Saturday): ₹4 crore
- Day 3 (Sunday): ₹4.15 crore
- Day 4 (Monday): ₹1.19 crore
- Day 5 (Tuesday): ₹1 crore (approx.)
- Day 6 (Wednesday): ₹1 crore (approx.)
- Day 7 (Thursday): ₹0.70 crore
- 📊 Total (Week 1): ₹16.29 crore
🔹 What Went Wrong?
1️⃣ Mixed Reviews & Weak Word-of-Mouth – The film failed to generate the excitement that past MCU movies enjoyed.
2️⃣ Chris Evans’ Absence – Fans are still adjusting to Anthony Mackie’s Sam Wilson as the new Captain America.
3️⃣ Strong Competition – Bollywood’s ‘Chhaava’ (₹219.75 Cr in 7 days) has drawn major audience attention.
4️⃣ Franchise Fatigue – With recent Marvel films struggling, fans seem to be more selective about MCU outings.
🔹 How It Compares to Other MCU Films in India
- Better than: ‘The Marvels’ (₹12.15 Cr in Week 1)
- Worse than: ‘Doctor Strange: Multiverse of Madness’, ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’, and ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ (All crossed ₹100 Cr+)
With current trends, trade analysts predict the film may struggle to reach ₹30 crore in India. Globally, ‘Brave New World’ is projected to hit $450 million.
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