James Cameron's cinematic spectacle, Avatar: Fire and Ash, is on the cusp of securing a significant position in India's 2025 box office history. After a theatrical run of 22 days, the film's total collection stands at an impressive Rs 180.81 crore across all languages. It now needs merely Rs 2.57 crore more to claim the title of the 10th highest-grossing film released in India this year.
The Race for the Top 10
The coveted 10th spot is currently held by Akshay Kumar's Bollywood comedy Housefull 5, which concluded its domestic run with earnings of Rs 183.38 crore. The narrow gap indicates that Fire and Ash is almost certain to overtake this mark in the coming days. This achievement is particularly notable as the film remains the sole Hollywood entry within the year's Top 15 highest earners, highlighting the enduring power of the Avatar franchise among Indian audiences.
A Strong and Steady Box Office Run
The film embarked on its Indian journey with a powerful opening day, raking in Rs 19 crore, driven primarily by its English and Hindi versions. Its momentum accelerated over the first weekend, with Day 2 collections of Rs 22.5 crore and Day 3 adding Rs 25.75 crore. This brought the opening weekend total to nearly Rs 70 crore, demonstrating the immense brand loyalty the series commands.
By the conclusion of its first week, Avatar: Fire and Ash had already amassed a formidable Rs 109.5 crore. The steady footfalls, especially during weekends and in premium format screenings like IMAX and 3D, have sustained its performance. With reduced competition from other major releases like Dhurandhar and The Raja Saab, trade analysts are optimistic. They predict the film will comfortably cross the Rs 185 crore mark before it concludes its theatrical run.
Milestones Within Hollywood in India
Beyond the overall annual charts, the film has already secured its place among Hollywood's biggest successes ever in India. It has successfully entered the Top 10 list of highest-grossing Hollywood films in the country. Its next target within this category is the beloved live-action adaptation of The Jungle Book, which it is now chasing for the 5th position.
The sustained performance of Avatar: Fire and Ash underscores a clear trend: while the year has been dominated by major releases from various Indian film industries, a globally acclaimed brand with a compelling visual narrative can still achieve remarkable commercial success in the diverse Indian market.
