Despite a slow start, Disney’s Mufasa: The Lion King maintains momentum and gears up to cross the ₹100 crore mark in India.
December 31, 2024: Disney’s Mufasa: The Lion King has emerged as a box office winner in India, overcoming an underwhelming start to make impressive strides. After wrapping up its second weekend, the film stands tall with a total collection of ₹90.35 crore, inching closer to the coveted ₹100 crore club.
The prequel to The Lion King (2019) opened with high expectations, given the monumental success of its predecessor, which earned ₹150.09 crore in India. However, Mufasa: The Lion King initially struggled but soon capitalized on the Christmas and New Year holidays to boost its numbers.
Box Office Journey So Far:
- Opening Weekend: ₹32.50 crore
- First Week Total: ₹62.50 crore
- Second Friday: ₹6.25 crore
- Second Saturday: ₹9.85 crore
- Second Sunday: ₹11.75 crore
With an impressive ₹27.85 crore haul during the second weekend, the film displayed strong retention despite weekday dips.
Total Collection: ₹90.35 crore (Net India)
The steady growth indicates Mufasa: The Lion King is on track to surpass ₹100 crore during the ongoing festive period. Industry experts predict a significant surge as the New Year celebrations further boost footfalls in cinemas.
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Disney’s animated musical continues to captivate Indian audiences with its powerful storytelling and stunning visuals, cementing its place as one of the biggest animated successes in recent years. Fans eagerly await the final box office numbers as Mufasa: The Lion King continues its triumphant march.
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