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Anurag Basu’s romantic musical drama Metro In Dino entered its fifth day at the box office with cautious optimism. After a promising weekend and a sharp Monday drop, all eyes were on Tuesday’s performance to gauge the film’s staying power.
Box Office Performance So Far:
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Day 1 (Thursday): ₹3.5 crore
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Day 2 (Friday): ₹6 crore
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Day 3 (Saturday): ₹7.25 crore
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Day 4 (Monday): ₹0.03 crore (sharp decline)
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Day 5 (Tuesday): Estimated ₹0.05 crore, showing slight recovery from Monday’s dip
Audience Response and Occupancy Trends:
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The film saw better evening occupancy in metros like Chennai and Bengaluru, with over 60% fill rates
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Morning and afternoon shows remained sluggish, averaging below 20%
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Wordofmouth continues to be positive, especially for performances by Konkona Sen Sharma and Pankaj Tripathi
Why Tuesday Mattered:
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Tuesday’s numbers were crucial to determine if the film could stabilize after Monday’s nosedive
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While the recovery was modest, it suggests a loyal niche audience is sustaining the film’s run
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The film has now crossed ₹17 crore in total domestic earnings, inching toward the ₹20 crore mark
Outlook Ahead:
With no major releases this week, Metro In Dino may benefit from extended screen time. Its emotional depth and ensemble cast continue to draw urban audiences, especially in premium multiplexes.
Sources: Bollywood Bubble, IndiaTimes, Financial Express, The Hans India, News24 Online
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