Bhubaneswar, Zoom Chronicle News: James Cameron’s Avatar: Fire and Ash earned ₹62.4 crore over its opening weekend in India. The film released on December 19 in six languages—English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada. The Orion Studios production impressed with high-end CGI and visuals. However, it fell short compared to its predecessors. According to Sacnilk.com, the film earned ₹19 crore on Friday, ₹22 crore on Saturday, and ₹21 crore by Sunday evening, totaling ₹62.4 crore in three days.
Weekend Performance Compared to Predecessors
Although the opening is strong, Avatar: Fire and Ash trails Avatar: The Way of Water, which earned ₹126.2 crore over its first weekend in India. By day three, The Way of Water had already crossed ₹100 crore. Still, Cameron’s latest project attracted audiences across India, thanks to its action-packed storyline and groundbreaking CGI.
Competition from Dhurandhar
The film faces tough competition from Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar, now in its third week. On day 17, Dhurandhar crossed ₹545 crore at the box office. It is set to enter the top 10 highest-grossing films in India. Analysts note that Fire and Ash will need strong word-of-mouth and sustained audience interest to compete effectively.
About Avatar: Fire and Ash
Avatar: Fire and Ash target a pan-India audience with releases in six languages. The film combines fantasy, action, and CGI spectacle, appealing to both franchise fans and newcomers. With its opening weekend numbers, the movie demonstrates solid audience engagement, though it still trails its franchise predecessors. Positive reviews and continued interest will determine its long-term box office success.
