The Hollywood horror sensation 'Evil Dead Burn' is proving to be a resilient performer at the Indian box office. On its ninth day of release (Day 9, second Saturday), the film witnessed a massive surge in collections, earning an estimated gross total of approximately ₹2.25 crore in India. This marks an impressive 80% jump from its Day 8 earnings of ₹1.25 crore, signaling strong audience word-of-mouth and sustained interest despite competition from major releases like Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey'.
With this remarkable second Saturday performance, 'Evil Dead Burn' has pushed its total India gross collection to ₹28.50 crore across nine days, with the film now closing in on the ₹30 crore milestone. The film's two-day second weekend total currently stands at ₹3.50 crore, putting it on track to cross the ₹30 crore mark by the end of the weekend.
Second Weekend Rebound Defies Competition
The film's Day 9 collection of ₹2.25 crore is a welcome rebound after a subdued second Friday. 'Evil Dead Burn' had concluded its opening week with a solid ₹25 crore gross in India, driven by a strong debut that saw collections peak at ₹6 crore on its first Sunday. As expected, the first weekday witnessed a dip, with Day 4 collecting ₹2.50 crore and Day 5 bringing in ₹3.25 crore. The film collected ₹2.25 crore on Day 6 and ₹2.00 crore on Day 7 before dropping to ₹1.25 crore on its second Friday.
The sharp recovery on the second Saturday is particularly noteworthy given the competition from 'The Odyssey', which has dominated the majority of screens. Despite this challenge, the horror film has managed to maintain a healthy theatrical run, demonstrating the franchise's loyal fan base in India.
Directed by Sébastien Vaniček and co-written by Vaniček and Florent Bernard, 'Evil Dead Burn' serves as the sixth installment in the iconic horror franchise. The film stars Souheila Yacoub as Alice, a grieving widow seeking solace with her in-laws, alongside Hunter Doohan, Luciane Buchanan, Tandi Wright, Erroll Shand, Maude Davey, George Pullar, and Tapiwa Soropa.
The film is produced by horror legends Sam Raimi and Rob Tapert through their company 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
Based on current trends, 'Evil Dead Burn' is expected to close its second week around ₹8-9 crore, which will take its running total closer to the ₹35 crore mark. The film is well-positioned to surpass the lifetime earnings of the franchise's previous release, which collected approximately ₹39 crore in India.
However, the film faces an uphill battle to reach the ₹50 crore milestone, which would require exceptionally strong performance in its third week. With 'The Odyssey' continuing to dominate screens, the horror film's longevity will depend on how it holds up on weekdays and maintains its momentum through the third week of release.
The film's storyline, which revolves around a woman seeking solace with her in-laws after her husband's death, only to find the family gathering transformed into a nightmare as they are turned into Deadites one by one, has resonated with horror enthusiasts across the country. The franchise's signature blend of gore and dark humor continues to attract audiences, contributing to its steady theatrical run in India.