Ranbir Kapoor’s “Animal” Poised to Enter ₹400 Crore Club at Indian Box Office

Mumbai, India, December 09, 2023: The much-anticipated Bollywood film “Animal,” directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, is on the brink of entering the prestigious ₹400 crore club in India, setting a remarkable milestone in its cinematic journey. The star-studded cast, including Ranbir Kapoor, Rashmika Mandana, Bobby Deol, and Anil Kapoor, has garnered widespread attention since its theatrical release on December 1.

As reported by Sacnilk.com, the film achieved a cumulative collection of ₹337.58 crore in its first week, with contributions from various languages: Hindi (₹300.81 crore), Telugu (₹33.45 crore), Tamil (₹2.73 crore), Kannada (₹52 lakh), and Malayalam (₹7 lakh). On the eighth day, “Animal” added ₹22.95 crore (Hindi: ₹21.56 crore; Telugu: ₹1.22 crore; Tamil: ₹15 lakh; Kannada: ₹1 lakh; Malayalam: ₹1 lakh) to its impressive earnings. Projections indicate that the film is expected to rake in ₹34.98 crore nett on its ninth day, reaching a cumulative total of ₹395.51 crore by Saturday.

The film’s success extends beyond the Indian market, with a global gross box office collection surpassing ₹600.67 crore. While the box office figures reflect its triumph, “Animal” has not been without controversy, facing criticism for its portrayal of violence and allegations of being misogynistic. The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) assigned an ‘A’ certificate to the movie prior to its release.

Celebrating the film’s success, Rashmika Mandanna, one of the lead actors, expressed her gratitude on Instagram. Reflecting on her character Gitanjali, Rashmika acknowledged the role as a powerful force within her family. She shared, “In a world full of violence, hurt, and unbearable pain – Gitanjali would bring peace, trust, and calm… She is like most women who stand strong and protect their families day in and day out.”

“Animal” revolves around a compelling father-son relationship portrayed by Anil Kapoor (Balbir Singh) and Ranbir Kapoor (Ranvijay Singh). The narrative explores themes of love, passion, and familial bonds, captivating audiences across Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam audiences.

Produced by Bhushan Kumar and Krishan Kumar’s T-Series, Murad Khetani’s Cine1 Studios, and Pranay Reddy Vanga’s Bhadrakali Pictures, “Animal” continues to leave an indelible mark in the Indian film industry, standing resilient despite facing competition from Meghna Gulzar’s “Sam Bahadur.”