Ryan Gosling’s Project Hail Mary records a superb third week in India, nearing Rs 75 crore despite the strong wave of Dhurandhar The Revenge.
Hollywood’s space survival drama Project Hail Mary is turning into a remarkable success story at the Indian box office. Despite facing stiff competition and limited screens initially, the film is showing exceptional staying power and continues to draw audiences in impressive numbers.
In its third week, the Project Hail Mary added a strong Rs. 18.50 crore to its total, registering only a 24% drop from the previous week a clear sign of sustained audience interest and audience retention. This kind of trend is rarely seen, especially for Hollywood films in India after the second week. Even on its third Thursday, the film managed to collect around Rs. 1.30–1.50 crore, holding steady despite fresh competition from Bhooth Bangla.
What makes this box office run even more impressive is the tough environment it released in. The film had to face the massive wave of Dhurandhar The Revenge, which dominated screens and audience attention across the country. In fact, Project Hail Mary initially got minimal showcasing due to the overwhelming craze surrounding Dhurandhar.
Had Dhurandhar The Revenge not arrived in the immediate following week, Project Hail Mary could have comfortably recorded even bigger numbers in its early run. The “Dhurandhar wave” clearly impacted its potential, restricting its screen count and slowing down its growth at a crucial time. Yet, despite this major hurdle, the film has delivered an outstanding performance, which makes its box office journey even more praiseworthy.
As positive word-of-mouth started spreading, the situation gradually changed. The film began witnessing a rise in demand, and theatres started allocating more shows from the second week onwards. This is a film that is demanding more with each passing day, and the increasing footfall reflects how audiences are discovering and embracing it beyond the initial hype cycle.
After three weeks, the film’s total stands at approximately Rs. 72–73 crore gross in India. With the current momentum, it is set to cross the Rs. 75 crore mark very soon — likely within a day or two. From there, the road to the Rs. 100 crore club remains challenging but achievable if the film continues to trend steadily and faces limited competition in the coming days.
Week-wise Breakdown (India Gross)
- Week 1 (8 days): Rs. 29.50 crore
- Week 2: Rs. 24.25 crore
- Week 3 Daily Trends:
- Friday: Rs. 2.50 crore
- Saturday: Rs. 4.75 crore
- Sunday: Rs. 4.65 crore
- Monday: Rs. 1.60 crore
- Tuesday: Rs. 2.25 crore
- Wednesday: Rs. 1.45 crore
- Thursday: Rs. 1.30 crore (est.)
- Total: ~Rs. 72.25 crore
A Blockbuster Run Against All Odds !
Considering all factors — limited screens, strong competition, and timing — Project Hail Mary has already emerged as a blockbuster success in India. Not only that, it is setting a new benchmark for standalone Hollywood films in the market.
What stands out the most is its consistency. Even in its third week, the film is performing at levels many films struggle to maintain in their second week. The strong hold indicates that the content has connected deeply with the audience, which is driving repeat value and steady collections.
About the Film
Project Hail Mary follows Ryland Grace, a school teacher and former molecular biologist who wakes up alone aboard a spaceship with no memory of how he got there. As he pieces together his mission, he realizes he carries the responsibility of saving Earth. During his journey, he forms an unexpected bond with an alien named Rocky, adding emotional depth to this high-stakes survival story.
With growing demand, increasing shows, and solid word-of-mouth, Project Hail Mary still has enough momentum to sustain for the next couple of weeks. Despite the dent caused by the Dhurandhar wave, it has not just survived — it has thrived. And that makes its box office journey even more impressive and worth applauding.
Disclaimer: The box office figures are compiled from various sources and internal research. The figures are approximate and indicative in nature. CineInfinity does not claim absolute accuracy but believes these figures fairly reflect the film’s box office performance.
