“F1” Races Past ₹80 Crore in India, Defying Competition
Brad Pitt-starrer sports drama shows remarkable staying power in its fourth weekend
The high-octane sports drama “F1,” featuring Brad Pitt in a leading role, continues to dominate the Indian box office, surpassing the ₹80 crore nett collection mark by the end of its fourth weekend. Directed by Joseph Kosinsky, the film has resonated deeply with Indian audiences.
Sustained Performance Amidst New Releases
After an impressive opening week grossing over ₹34.50 crore, “F1” achieved a significant milestone by crossing the ₹50 crore mark during its second weekend. The film maintained momentum, adding ₹24.50 crore in its second week and a further ₹13.50 crore in the third, bringing its three-week cumulative total to ₹72.50 crore.
Entering its fourth weekend, the **Brad Pitt** starrer collected ₹1.50 crore on Friday. A remarkable surge of over 100% on Saturday and Sunday saw the film add an estimated ₹6 crore over the weekend, pushing its total weekend earnings to ₹7.50 crore nett.
This performance brings the total cumulative collection of “F1” in India to over ₹80 crore nett within 24 days. Notably, this sustained success occurred despite the release of the major Hindi film “Saiyaara,” demonstrating “F1″‘s strong audience appeal.
“F1” Box Office Performance Breakdown
| Week/Day | Indian Net Collection |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Rs 34.50 crore |
| Week 2 | Rs 24.50 crore |
| Week 3 | Rs 13.50 crore |
| 4th Friday | Rs 1.50 crore |
| 4th Saturday | Rs 3.00 crore |
| 4th Sunday | Rs 3.00 crore (Est.) |
| Total (24 Days) | Rs 80 crore nett |
Prospects of Reaching ₹100 Crore
Industry observers believe “F1” will continue to draw audiences for the coming weeks. However, its box office trajectory is expected to face renewed competition with the upcoming release of “Improbable 4: The First Steps.” While the film had a strong chance to hit the ₹100 crore mark, this new challenge makes the figure more ambitious.
The film’s ability to maintain steady collections, even facing a new release, underscores its strong performance. It remains to be seen how far “F1” will climb in its theatrical run in India.
Globally, sports dramas have seen significant success. For instance, “The Blind Side,” starring Sandra Bullock, earned over $309 million worldwide, showcasing the genre’s broad appeal.
