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News18
a day ago
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- News18
Metro...In Dino Box Office Day 12: Anurag Basu's Film Crosses Rs 40-Crore Mark
While the opening wasn't huge, Metro... In Dino is captivating audiences with its heartfelt storytelling, emotional narrative, stellar ensemble cast and soul-stirring music. Anurag Basu's romantic drama Metro… In Dino continues to resonate with moviegoers, gradually building momentum at the box office. Despite a modest opening, the film has found its audience, earning Rs 41.40 crore in 12 days, according to early estimates by Sacnilk. While the opening wasn't huge, the film captivated audiences with its heartfelt storytelling, emotional narrative, stellar ensemble cast and soul-stirring music. The film was released on July 4 with collections of Rs 3.5 crore on day one. Collections grew slightly, adding Rs 6 crore on its second day. Though the weekend saw only a slow rise, the film closed its first week with Rs 26.85 crore. In its second week, however, Metro… In Dino experienced a significant drop in collections, earning approximately Rs 1.65 crore on July 15. Still, the film's urban, slice-of-life storytelling and emotional depth have kept the theatres awash with audiences, leading to an average Hindi occupancy of 26.15 per cent on Tuesday. While morning shows drew 11.06 per cent, viewership gradually improved throughout the day, peaking with 37.79 per cent occupancy for night shows. Now let's talk about its budget. Though early reports speculated a high production budget of Rs 85 crore, sources close to the project have clarified that the film was made on a modest budget of Rs 47 crore. 'Metro… In Dino was made on a fairly small scale with Rs 40 crore for production and Rs 7 crore for marketing and promotion, contrary to what many might assume," a source revealed, adding that the film was never about scale but substance. Metro… In Dino is a modern-day anthology exploring themes of love, loss and resilience across four bustling Indian metros—Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata and Bangalore. A spiritual successor to the 2007 hit Life in a… Metro, the film shows how couples navigate through their relationships, resilience and rediscovering love amidst the chaos of urban life. The ensemble cast boasts stellar performances by Sara Ali Khan, Aditya Roy Kapur, Anupam Kher, Konkona Sen Sharma, Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, Neena Gupta, and Fatima Sana Shaikh. The film's music, composed by Pritam in collaboration with Basu, has also struck a chord with audiences. Songs like Zaamana Lage, Qayde Se and Aur Mohabbat Kitni Karoon have become chartbusters, adding to the urban tales. Moreover, the film is all set to expand its reach digitally and connect with a wider audience globally. The makers have already secured the OTT rights of Netflix, ensuring the film's emotional storytelling reaches viewers beyond the theatrical window. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Metro… In Dino' Box Office collection day 12: Aditya Roy Kapur, Sara Ali Khan, Pankaj Tripathi, Anupam Kher starrer inches past Rs 40 crore mark
Anurag Basu 's romantic drama 'Metro… In Dino' is steadily making its mark at the box office. With a rich ensemble cast and a storyline that resonates with the modern-day urban crowd, the film has now crossed the Rs 40 crore milestone. Featuring Sara Ali Khan , Aditya Roy Kapur , Neena Gupta, Pankaj Tripathi , Anupam Kher , Konkona Sen Sharma , Fatima Sana Shaikh and Ali Fazal , this film offers a slice-of-life narrative that seems to have struck a chord with cinema-goers. Holds firm after a decent start According to early figures by Sacnilk, 'Metro… In Dino' collected approximately Rs 1.65 crore on its second Tuesday (day 12), pushing its estimated total to Rs 41.40 crore. The film had ended its first week on a fair note with around Rs 26.85 crore in the kitty. It then showed good resilience over the second weekend by adding another Rs 11.70 crore to its collection. Day 12 occupancy Despite new releases hitting theatres, this multi-starrer has managed to hold its ground. On its twelfth day, it recorded an overall Hindi occupancy of 26.15%, with morning shows logging 11.06%, afternoons at 25.49%, evenings slightly better at 30.25%, and night shows peaking at 37.79%. A breath of fresh air for Bollywood romances 'Metro… In Dino' taps into the complex web of modern relationships, showcasing varied love stories set against the backdrop of a bustling city. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Đây có thể là thời điểm tốt nhất để giao dịch vàng trong 5 năm qua IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo Its approach feels both contemporary and nostalgic, reminiscent of Basu's own 'Life in a… Metro' but with new-age tweaks. As pointed out by The Times of India review, there has indeed been a noticeable drought of heartfelt love stories in Bollywood lately. The review rightly stated, "There has been a scarcity of love stories in Bollywood and Metro In Dino, elevated by some fine performances, fills that gap perfectly. It is a breezy, intimate watch tailor-made for a rainy day." A few narrative bumps, but performances shine However, the same TOI review also offered a balanced take, noting that while the film largely works, some storylines could have been tighter. The review noted, "Despite being largely pleasant, some tracks don't quite add up, feel uneven and don't know where to end. After an engaging build up, the second half feels a tad stretched. You also wish the story scratched the surface a little more, especially for Konkona-Neena Gupta track, where the actors have the potential and gravitas to dig deeper. "
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Metro… In Dino' Replaces Love Aaj Kal as Sara Ali Khan's 4th Biggest Grosser
Sara Ali Khan's Metro In Dino has become her fourth-highest-grossing film, earning Rs 39.65 crore in 11 days. The film surpassed Love Aaj Kal, driven by a strong weekend surge and positive word-of-mouth. While it's a significant achievement, it still trails behind Kedarnath and Zara Hatke Zara Bachke in her career earnings. Sara Ali Khan 's latest release, Metro In Dino, which has become her 4th highest-grossing film at the box office. With modest collection of Rs 39.65 crore in just 11 days, the film has surpassed Love Aaj Kal with Kartik Aaryan (Rs 39.76 crore), securing a position just below Simmba with Ranveer Singh (Rs 240.3 crore), Zara Hatke Zara Bachke with Vicky Kaushal (Rs 88.35 crore), and her debut film Kedarnath with Sushant Singh Rajput (Rs 68.57 crore) in her career earnings. Mohit Suri Spills On 20 Years In Bollywood - Ahaan & Aneet, Alia Bhatt Dream Collab & More Box Office Journey: Metro In Dino had a decent start with Rs 3.5 crore on its opening day. The weekend surge was evident, with Day 2 (Saturday) pulling in Rs 6 crore (+71.43%) and Day 3 (Sunday) seeing an additional Rs 7.25 crore (+20.83%). The strong weekend collections set the tone for the film's potential, signaling a promising performance. However, the first Monday saw a steep decline of -65.52%, with collections falling to Rs 2.5 crore. This is a usual pattern for most films after their initial weekend, but Metro In Dino managed to recover in the subsequent days. Tuesday's collection rose to Rs 3 crore (+20%) before dipping to Rs 2.35 crore on Wednesday (-21.67%), followed by Rs 2.25 crore on Thursday (-4.26%). Week 1 concluded with Rs 26.85 crore in total, a solid opening for a film of its genre. Second Weekend and Beyond: In Week 2, the film maintained its steady pace with a notable improvement on Friday, where the collection increased by 4.44% to Rs 2.35 crore. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like '이것' 부족하면 운동 소용없다.. 갱년기 살찐 진짜 이유 워킹맘 로즈 더 알아보기 Undo The weekend then showed further growth, especially on Saturday, when the film collected Rs 4.65 crore (+97.87%), indicating a strong word-of-mouth factor. The collections remained stable on Sunday, with Rs 4.65 crore again, ensuring that Metro In Dino was still drawing crowds. Box Office Milestone: By Day 11, the film had crossed Rs 39.65 crore, surpassing Love Aaj Kal'sRs 39.76 crore and cementing its place as the 4th biggest grosser in Sara Ali Khan's filmography. Though it remains a significant achievement for Metro In Dino, it still has a long way to go before catching up to Kedarnath's Rs 68.57 crore and Zara Hatke Zara Bachke's Rs 88.35 crore. Conclusion: Meteo In Dino has had a decent box office run, proving itself a solid performer in Sara Ali Khan's career. The film has a strong ensemble cast of Aditya Roy Kapur , Ali Fazal, Fatima Sana Sheikh, Konkana Sen Sharma, Pankaj Tripathi, Anupam Kher and Neena Gupta.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sara Ali Khan shares BTS pics With Aditya Roy Kapur from 'Metro… In Dino', Thanks fans for loving ‘Chumki'
Sara Ali Khan , who is being praised for her performance as Chumki in Anurag Basu 's latest release 'Metro… In Dino', took to social media to share a heartwarming throwback of behind-the-scenes (BTS) photos from the film. Among the highlights was a candid and rare photo with her co-star Aditya Roy Kapur . Stirring excitement among fans, she wrote a heartfelt caption that read, 'Grateful, blessed and so so so happy. Thank you for all the love you've given our film and for accepting and loving Chumki too. P.S. clearly there was no middle ground with our moods.' BTS Highlights Sara's post featured a series of fun and intimate moments from the sets. The first picture had her beaming while getting into character, followed by a playful image of director Anurag Basu sporting a wig. Another snapshot showed a cozy dinner scene with Aditya Roy Kapur, while the final two were glimpses from the film's memorable toy train climax sequence. 'Metro… In Dino': A Return to Form 'Metro… In Dino', which hit theatres on July 4, explores the complexities of modern relationships. Also featuring Anupam Kher , Neena Gupta , Pankaj Tripathi , Konkona Sensharma, Ali Fazal, and Fatima Sana Shaikh, the film is getting good reviews from the audiences and critics. The film has so far, earned an estimated Rs 39.65 crore net at the box office. The film has managed to maintain its grip over the ticket windows, despite facing stiff competition from new Hollywood releases like Superman and Jurassic World Rebirth. Metro In Dino Opens Decently | Sara Ali Khan Wins Praise | Aunt's Emotional Post Goes Viral
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Metro... In Dino' Box Office collection day 11: Sara Ali Khan, Aditya Roy Kapur, Anupam Kher, Neena Gupta's film holds steady; earns Rs 1.15 crore on second Monday
Anurag Basu 's latest slice-of-life drama 'Metro… In Dino' is enjoying a steady run at the box office. Featuring a stellar ensemble cast of Sara Ali Khan , Aditya Roy Kapur , Neena Gupta , Pankaj Tripathi , Anupam Kher , Konkona Sen Sharma , Fatima Sana Shaikh and Ali Fazal, the film is proving to be a pleasant urban story that has found its audience. Decent hold in second week After wrapping up its first week at Rs 26.85 crore, 'Metro… In Dino' managed to stay afloat in its second weekend, collecting an additional Rs 11.70 crore. This took its total to a promising Rs 38.55 crore by the end of day 10. Box office collection day 11 On its second Monday (day 11), the film earned around Rs 1.15 crore according to early estimates by sacnilk, bringing its overall total to Rs 39.65 crore. Occupancy On July 14, the film saw an overall Hindi occupancy of 12.34%. Morning shows started off a bit slow at 7.44%, but things picked up by afternoon with 12.65% occupancy. By evening, more people stepped into theatres, taking it to 14.17%, and the night shows did slightly better at 15.09%. Review 'The Times of India' gave the film a mixed but fair review. It pointed out both the strong and weak parts. The review said, "Despite being largely pleasant, some tracks don't quite add up, feel uneven and don't know where to end. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Is it legal? How to get Internet without paying a subscription? Techno Mag Learn More Undo After an engaging build up, the second half feels a tad stretched. You also wish the story scratched the surface a little more, especially for Konkona-Neena Gupta track, where the actors have the potential and gravitas to dig deeper. " At the same time, the review praised the film for bringing back something Bollywood has been missing. It added, "There has been a scarcity of love stories in Bollywood and Metro In Dino, elevated by some fine performances, fills that gap perfectly. It is a breezy, intimate watch tailor-made for a rainy day."
