The animated family entertainer 'Minions & Monsters' is holding its ground steadily at the Indian box office as it enters its third week. According to early estimates, the film earned approximately Rs 1.3 crore net on its 14th day, marking a significant contribution to its overall theatrical run.
With the Day 14 collection, the film's total India net collection has now reached around Rs 88.64 crore, while its worldwide gross collection stands at approximately Rs 134.94 crore. The film has been performing consistently across multiplexes and single screens, particularly in metropolitan cities where the English version has found a strong foothold.
Steady Performance in Week Three
The Day 14 collection is particularly significant as it highlights the film's ability to maintain momentum during the weekdays. Despite facing competition from other releases, the Minions franchise continues to attract family audiences, thanks to its universal appeal and the summer holiday season.
The film opened to a modest Rs 0.53 crore on its first day, with the original English version performing better than the dubbed versions. However, the film has shown steady growth over its theatrical run, driven by strong word-of-mouth and the franchise's loyal fanbase.
Star-Studded Voice Cast
Directed by Pierre Coffin, who has voiced the Minions since the original Despicable Me, the film features an impressive ensemble of voice talent. The cast includes Academy Award winners Christoph Waltz and Jeff Bridges, along with Jesse Eisenberg, Allison Janney, Zoey Deutch, Bobby Moynihan, Phil LaMarr, and Trey Parker.
The film is written by Brian Lynch, known for his work on Minions and The Secret Life of Pets films, and produced by Illumination founder Christopher Meledandri along with Bill Ryan. The third chapter in the standalone Minions adventures, Minions & Monsters takes the beloved yellow creatures to 1920s Hollywood, where they accidentally become movie stars and must save the world from the chaos they create.
Global Performance
On the global stage, Minions & Monsters has been performing well, with worldwide gross reportedly reaching around $280 million as of its third weekend. The film's production budget is estimated at $85 million, and it continues to draw audiences across 80 international territories.
As the film enters its third week, all eyes are on whether it can cross the coveted Rs 100 crore mark in India and continue its successful global run, further cementing the Minions franchise as one of animation's most bankable properties.