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'Metro…In Dino' triumphs at the box office, holds ground and wins big with Rs 36 crore in India so far
Amidst big-ticket releases like Superman, F1, and other global titles, 'Metro…In Dino' is quietly making its presence felt, not with spectacle, but with sincerity. Despite a modest start, the film has shown a steady hold at the box office, with ₹32.01 Cr India Nett in 8 days, driven by strong word-of-mouth and genuine audience appreciation.
Indian film critic and Senior trade analyst Taran Adarsh adds on the steady growth of the movie, 'Metro…In Dino has managed to hold its ground remarkably well, especially given the tough box office environment and stiff competition from bigger titles. Despite the odds, the film has shown consistency through the weekdays and is headed for a promising second weekend. The footfalls are steady, and that says a lot. What's working is the relatability, Anurag Basu's storytelling has struck a chord. It's one of those rare films where audiences see their own stories unfold on screen.'
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Kamal Gianchandani, Chief Business Planning & Strategy at PVR INOX Limited, praised, 'Metro…In Dino has shown remarkable consistency at the box office. In a competitive landscape, it's encouraging to see audiences returning to cinemas for a film that's driven purely by strong storytelling and emotional depth. The growing happy footfalls at the theatres has increased the business at the box office, and underlines the demand for such well-crafted content. 'Metro…In Dino' is touted to be one of the successful movies of the year 2025. Bhushan Kumar and Anurag Basu have brought together a film that speaks to the urban audience in a relatable, heartfelt way.'
While a source close to the production also added, 'Budgeted at ₹40 crore with ₹7 crore on print and advertising, 'Metro…इन दिनों' was never about extravagance and that's exactly its strength, It's grounded, honest, and connects with audiences where it matters most.'
Backed by Bhushan Kumar's T-Series and directed by Anurag Basu, the film offers an emotionally layered take on modern relationships. Its realistic portrayal of characters, especially women and its unfiltered storytelling has clicked with audiences seeking relatable, heartfelt cinema.
The trend so far indicates solid appreciation in urban markets, with the film set for a healthy run even beyond its second weekend. It's expected to hit good numbers by the end of the weekend.
The strong second Saturday growth has sealed the film's status as a 'success.' With urban centres leading the charge, Metro…In Dino has turned into one of 2025's most unexpected box office winners, a surprise success that defied pre-release assumptions in the post-Covid theatrical landscape.
In a cluttered box office filled with big spectacles, this intimate, soul-stirring romantic drama has proven that good cinema, when told with heart, still finds its audience.
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