Margot Robbie's 'Wuthering Heights' Dominates Global Box Office with $83 Million Opening
Margot Robbie's highly anticipated romance drama, 'Wuthering Heights', made a spectacular debut in cinemas last weekend, soaring to the top of the global box office with an impressive haul of USD 83 million. The film's release was celebrated with a behind-the-scenes video that quickly went viral, showcasing Robbie dancing on the moors in a captivating display. Interestingly, this viral clip sparked an unexpected wave of Bollywood comparisons online, drawing parallels to iconic Indian actress Kareena Kapoor Khan.
Margot Robbie's Viral Dance Video Captivates Audiences
The behind-the-scenes video, which surfaced just days after the film hit theatres, features Margot Robbie twirling and showcasing her dramatic improvised choreography to Kate Bush's iconic track. This clip was captured during a crucial scene shoot with co-star Jacob Elordi's character. For the scene, Robbie was dressed in a striking ensemble: a red flared skirt paired with a white top and a black leather corset, adding to the visual appeal and dramatic flair of the moment.
Bollywood Fans Draw Comparisons to Kareena Kapoor Khan
However, Indian fans who viewed the clip were instantly reminded of Bollywood icon Kareena Kapoor Khan. Social media users flooded comment sections, pointing out striking similarities between Robbie's outfit and dance moves and those of Kareena's character Geet in the song "Yeh Ishq Hai" from the 2007 hit film 'Jab We Met'. In that film, Kareena famously wore a flowing red skirt with a puffed top and black corset for the song sequence, which also featured Shahid Kapoor. Playful reactions included remarks such as "So Kareena Kapoor coded outfit" and "THE BEBO aka Kareena did that in 2007", highlighting the cross-cultural resonance of the video.
About 'Wuthering Heights' and Its Box Office Performance
'Wuthering Heights', directed by Emerald Fennell, is an adaptation of Emily Bronte's 1847 Gothic novel of the same name. Released on February 13, 2026, the film opened to mixed reviews from critics but still managed to rake in significant earnings over the Valentine's Day weekend. With a budget of USD 80 million, its USD 83 million debut marks a strong start, though it remains to be seen if the film can maintain its grip on the box office and score big in the coming weeks. The success underscores the enduring appeal of classic literature adaptations and star power in driving audience interest.
