6 December 2023, Mumbai: Ranbir Kapoor’s “Animal” has swiftly eclipsed the lifetime overseas box office numbers of Salman Khan’s “Tiger 3” in a mere four days. Despite the latter being part of the highly successful Tiger franchise, the former, under the direction of Sandeep Reddy Vanga, has emerged as a carnivorous force, devouring the international box office with unparalleled speed.
“Tiger 3”: A High-Stakes Diwali Release
Salman Khan’s “Tiger 3” entered the arena as a colossal Diwali release, signaling the return of a blockbuster franchise bolstered by the star power of the massy superstar. Despite the immense expectations surrounding the film, the stakes were exceptionally high. However, the narrative took an unexpected turn as “Animal,” starring Ranbir Kapoor, stepped into the scene, leaving a significant impact.
Overseas Box Office of “Animal”
As of its 24th day since release on November 12, “Animal” has swiftly climbed to an overseas box office collection of ₹134.45 crore ($16.1 million). Notably, this figure has already surpassed the lifetime overseas collection of “Tiger 3,” which stands at ₹120 crore ($14.3 million). The remarkable achievement underscores the overwhelming success and global appeal of Ranbir Kapoor’s performance in “Animal.”
Worldwide Box Office Dominance Of Animal
While “Tiger 3” has attained a cumulative worldwide box office figure of ₹425 crore after four days, including ₹246.23 crore Nett from India across all languages, the film’s lifetime total is ₹463 crore. “Animal,” just four days into its theatrical run, is poised to overtake “Tiger 3” not only in overseas numbers but also in the global box office arena. This shift in dominance sheds light on the perceived disappointment of “Tiger 3” and the unanticipated success of “Animal.”
Missed Opportunities for “Tiger 3”
The contrasting trajectories of “Animal” and “Tiger 3” highlight the missed opportunities and perhaps unmet expectations for Salman Khan’s actioner. While superficial analysis may applaud the standalone numbers of “Tiger 3,” a deeper scrutiny reveals a missed opportunity by Yash Raj Films
By Yashika Desai