2 December 2023, Mumbai: Ranbir Kapoor’s latest venture, ‘Animal’, erupted as a massive success, not just marking the actor’s biggest opening but also surpassing the inaugural earnings of notable blockbusters like ‘Pathaan’ and ‘Gadar 2’. The film’s first-day collection in India skyrocketed to an astonishing Rs 61 crores, with the Hindi version leading at Rs 50 crores, while the Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam versions contributed significantly to this triumph.
Animal Breaking Records and Milestones
The meteoric rise of ‘Animal’ has propelled it to break Ranbir Kapoor’s personal record, becoming his most substantial opener yet. Surpassing the first-day earnings of iconic blockbusters such as Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Pathaan’, which secured Rs 57 crores, and Sunny Deol’s ‘Gadar 2’, which amassed Rs 41 crores, ‘Animal’ solidified its position at the forefront of the box office race.
Impressive Pre-Sales and Historic Feats
The movie achieved a historical milestone by garnering immense pre-sales, boasting nearly 5 lakh tickets sold before its release. ‘Animal’ secured the fifth spot in all-time pre-sale records, trailing only behind blockbusters like ‘Baahubali 2’, ‘Jawan’, ‘Pathaan’, and ‘KGF: Chapter 2’, showcasing its monumental pre-release buzz and anticipation among audiences.
The Filmy Charcha Review Of Animal
Ratings: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Review: Sandeep Reddy Vanga, known for his bold statements, delivers on his claim to showcase a new level of brutality in Indian cinema. Animal roars onto the Bollywood scene with a promise of unparalleled violence, and it doesn’t disappoint. The film’s narrative kicks off with Ranvijay (Ranbir Kapoor) expressing his love for Rashmika, leading to her breaking off her marriage to be with him. The wealthy patriarch, Richest Man of the Country, Balbir Singh (Anil Kapoor), heads the Swastic Steels business empire, and the plot thickens as an internal threat emerges within the family, plotting murder for business gain.
Animal surprises with its versatility, seamlessly blending kickass action, romance, drama, and comedy. Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s direction and writing create a beautiful cinematic tapestry. The film delivers on its promise of action and violence, with the first half alone packing a punch with intense gunshots and dramatic sequences.
Clash of Titans at the Box Office
Released concurrently with Vicky Kaushal’s ‘Sam Bahadur’, ‘Animal’ engaged in a cinematic duel at the box office. Despite the tremendous hype surrounding ‘Animal’, ‘Sam Bahadur’ managed to carve out its own audience, earning Rs 5.60 crores on its opening day. With stellar performances by Bobbe Deol, Anil Kapoor, Suresh Oberoi, and Prem Chopra, ‘Animal’ presented a star-studded spectacle for moviegoers.
Box Office of Animal
Beyond domestic triumphs, ‘Animal’ eyes a global mark of Rs 100 crores, poised to join the elite league of Bollywood movies achieving this milestone worldwide. With its groundbreaking first-day collections and a star-studded cast, ‘Animal’ continues to captivate audiences, heralding a new era in Ranbir Kapoor’s illustrious career while setting a remarkable benchmark
By Yashika Desai