The Hollywood horror sensation 'Evil Dead Burn' continues to defy expectations at the Indian box office, maintaining a remarkable hold in its second week. On its thirteenth day of release (Day 13, Wednesday), the film collected an estimated net total of approximately ₹0.77 crore in India, showing a steady hold from its Day 12 earnings of ₹0.77 crore.
With this consistent performance, 'Evil Dead Burn' has pushed its total India net collection to ₹27.82 crore, while the India gross collection now stands at approximately ₹32.72 crore. The film's success in the Indian market is particularly noteworthy given the intense competition from Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey', which dominated premium screens during its opening weekend.
Strong Second Week Performance
Directed by Sébastien Vaniček and co-written by Vaniček and Florent Bernard, 'Evil Dead Burn' has emerged as one of the most successful horror releases in India this year. The film's day-wise trajectory has been impressive, starting with a strong opening weekend that saw collections of ₹3.30 crore on Day 1, ₹4.45 crore on Day 2, and ₹4.90 crore on Day 3. The film maintained momentum through its first week, crossing the ₹20 crore mark, and has continued to hold well in its second week.
The film's Day 13 collection of ₹0.77 crore represents a solid hold from its previous day's numbers, indicating sustained audience interest and positive word-of-mouth. The film recorded a healthy overall occupancy across key markets, with the English version leading with ₹14.92 crore in net collections, followed by Hindi at ₹9.07 crore, Tamil at ₹2.32 crore, and Telugu at ₹1.51 crore.
Starring Souheila Yacoub as Alice, alongside Hunter Doohan, Luciane Buchanan, Tandi Wright, Erroll Shand, Maude Davey, George Pullar, and Tapiwa Soropa, the film has resonated with horror enthusiasts across the country. The film is produced by horror legends Sam Raimi and Rob Tapert through Ghost House Pictures, with Bruce Campbell and Lee Cronin serving as executive producers. The technical team includes cinematographer Philip Lozano, editor Maxime Caro, and production designer Nick Connor.
Targeting Franchise Milestones
With its India net collection now standing at ₹27.82 crore, 'Evil Dead Burn' is on track to surpass the lifetime earnings of the franchise's previous release, which collected approximately ₹39 crore in India. The film's strong performance in its second week suggests it could achieve this milestone in the coming days.
The film's storyline, which revolves around a grieving widow seeking solace with her in-laws after the death of her husband, only to find the family gathering transformed into a nightmare as they are turned into Deadites, has struck a chord with audiences. The franchise's signature blend of gore and dark humor continues to attract viewers, contributing to its steady theatrical run in India.
However, with new releases expected to occupy screens in the coming weeks, the film's longevity will depend on how it holds up against fresh competition. Nonetheless, 'Evil Dead Burn' has already established itself as a significant success in the Indian market, proving once again that the horror genre has a dedicated and loyal audience in the country.