25th July 2023, Mumbai: The highly anticipated biographical drama, “Oppenheimer,” directed by Christopher Nolan, has been creating a buzz at the box office since its release. Starring the immensely talented Cillian Murphy as J Robert Oppenheimer, the film boasts an ensemble cast including Florence Pugh, Emily Blunt, Robert Downey Jr, and Matt Damon. After an extraordinary opening weekend, the movie experienced a slight decline in collections on its fourth day in India with an estimated ₹7. Let’s delve into the performance of the film and explore the fascinating story it tells about the Father of the Atomic Bomb.
Oppenheimer’s Earnings and Box Office Journey:
“Oppenheimer” embarked on its box office journey with great success, earning ₹14.5 crore on its opening day followed by ₹17 crore and ₹17.25 crore on the second and third days respectively. Currently, the film has accumulated an impressive total of ₹55.75 crore in India alone. It is worth noting that “Oppenheimer” faced tough competition at the box office as it was released alongside another Hollywood blockbuster, “Barbie.”
The Plot and Stellar Cast:
Set against World War II backdrop, “Oppenheimer” offers an insightful portrayal of J Robert Oppenheimer -the brilliant mind behind developing atomic bombs-. Throughout the film, we witness Oppenheimer grappling with moral dilemmas surrounding the testing of a weapon capable of destroying the world. Despite these challenges, Oppenheimer makes the fateful decision to proceed with the project. Cillian Murphy delivers a captivating performance in the lead role, bringing depth and complexity to Oppenheimer’s character. Supported by an exceptional ensemble cast including Florence Pugh, Emily Blunt, Robert Downey Jr, and Matt Damon, the film offers a truly captivating cinematic experience.
Breaking Box Office Records and Critical Acclaim:
“Oppenheimer” has not only achieved remarkable commercial success but has also shattered multiple box office records. It stands as Christopher Nolan’s third-highest-grossing opening weekend globally and in the US. Furthermore, it has secured the record for the biggest day and date global opening ever for a biopic surpassing even “Bohemian Rhapsody.” In terms of biopics within the US market, it claims third place for highest opening weekend following “American Sniper” and “Passion of the Christ.” The film’s immense popularity extends beyond superhero movies making it Christopher Nolan’s most successful non-superhero opening weekend across various international markets.
“Oppenheimer” is an extraordinary biographical drama that sheds light on J Robert Oppenheimer’s life and his instrumental role in developing atomic bombs during World War II. With Cillian Murphy delivering an outstanding performance alongside a talented ensemble cast, this film strikes a chord with both audiences and critics alike. Despite experiencing a slight dip in collections on its fourth day in India,”Oppenheimer” continues to make waves at the global box office further cementing Christopher Nolan’s reputation as a master storyteller in contemporary cinema.
By Yashika Desai