November 3, 2024: Rohit Shetty’s latest instalment in his celebrated Cop Universe, Singham Again, has made an explosive debut at the worldwide box office, raking in an impressive ₹65 crore on its first day. This makes it the biggest opening for a Shetty-Ajay Devgn collaboration, surpassing all previous releases in the franchise. Led by a stellar cast that includes Ajay Devgn, Ranveer Singh, Akshay Kumar, Kareena Kapoor, and Deepika Padukone, the film was tailor-made for Diwali festivities and drew crowds in huge numbers.
According to figures released by the makers, Singham Again dominated the Diwali opening day with strong advance bookings and a phenomenal word-of-mouth response. This success secures its position as the second-highest opener of the year, following the success of Stree 2. Notably, it outperformed Sooryavanshi, the last film in Shetty’s cop universe, which had earned ₹39.50 crore on its opening day.
Jyoti Deshpande, President of Media and Content at RIL, expressed her excitement over the film’s performance, saying, “We promised audiences a mass entertainer perfect for Diwali, and that’s exactly what we delivered. The film has become the No. 1 choice for audiences this festive weekend, with strong showings across multiplexes and single screens alike. We’re thrilled to contribute to what is now the highest single-day box office in the history of Indian cinema, across languages, estimated at ₹124 crore.”
She added, “Jio Studios is committed to transparency, with box office numbers driven solely by ticket-buying audiences, without any corporate gimmicks. This incredible achievement reflects our dedication to ethical practices and the audience’s enthusiasm for a great big-screen experience. Our journey has just begun, and we thank everyone who has supported us in this record-breaking year.”
Singham Again saw unparalleled international reach, with screenings across 2,000 screens worldwide, including a record-breaking 197 screens in Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji, and over 760 screens across North America. In the UK and Ireland, the film opened on 224 screens, while in Canada, it premiered in top chains, with Cineplex accounting for 80% of the country’s box office collection.
Designed as a perfect family entertainer, Singham Again blends drama, emotion, and action that appeals to audiences of all ages. With Salman Khan making a special cameo and action-packed sequences that showcase Shetty’s signature style, the film has captured the hearts of fans in India and across the globe.
