‘Housefull 5’ continues to ride a wave of box office success, solidifying its position as one of the biggest Hindi comedy hits in recent years. Here's a concise summary of its performance and appeal:
🎬 Box Office Performance (India)
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Total Collection (Day 9): ₹142.25 crore
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Second Saturday (Day 9): ~₹9 crore (early estimates)
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Second Friday (Day 8): ₹6 crore
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First Week Total: ₹127.25 crore
📊 This marks a rare case where a big-budget comedy is not just holding but gaining momentum in its second week—defying the usual weekend drop.
🍿 Occupancy Highlights (Day 9)
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Overall India: 16.39%
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Afternoon & Evening Shows: Over 20%
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Chennai: 29.67%, higher than even Mumbai and Delhi
This strong regional turnout—particularly in Chennai—is an interesting twist for a Hindi comedy, showing its cross-market appeal.
⭐ Massive Star Cast
Produced and written by Sajid Nadiadwala, the film features one of the most packed ensemble casts in Bollywood history, including:
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Main Leads: Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan
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Female Leads: Jacqueline Fernandez, Nargis Fakhri, Sonam Bajwa, Chitrangda Singh, Soundarya Sharma
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Supporting Powerhouses: Nana Patekar, Sanjay Dutt, Jackie Shroff, Chunky Pandey, Johny Lever
This all-star lineup has been a major draw for families and multiplex crowds.
🔄 Franchise Momentum
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Housefull 5 continues the tradition of its predecessors with absurdist humour, lavish sets, mistaken identities, and slapstick twists.
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While reviews have been mixed, audience reception is largely positive, especially among fans of light-hearted ensemble comedies.
🔮 What to Watch For Next
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The film is expected to cross ₹160 crore domestically by the end of Week 2 if momentum continues.
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If it maintains pace through Week 3, Housefull 5 may emerge as the highest-grossing film in the franchise, surpassing Housefull 4 (which ended around ₹206 crore in India).
