Superman (2025) Soars Again at Indian Box Office

 starring David Corenswet, is making solid gains at the Indian box office, recording a sharp increase in collections on its second day. The film, released on July 11 in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, is outperforming contemporaries and marking a strong presence in India.

Day 1 vs. Day 2: Impressive Growth

• Day 1 (Friday): ₹7 crore net collection

  • English version: ₹5 crore

  • Hindi: ₹1.35 crore

  • Telugu: ₹0.40 crore

  • Tamil: ₹0.25 crore

• Day 2 (Saturday): ₹9.25 crore net, a 32% rise

• Total (2 Days): ₹16.25–17 crore net in India

Competitive Edge over Bollywood Releases

“Superman” triumphed over Bollywood releases that debuted on the same weekend:

• Maalik (Rajkummar Rao): ₹3.75 crore (Day 1) → ₹5.25 crore (Day 2) → ~₹9 crore in two days

• Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan: ₹0.35 crore (Day 1) → ~₹0.43 crore (Day 2) → ₹0.73 crore total

“Superman” has clearly overshadowed its domestic competitors, building momentum with a strong second-day surge.

Occupancy Trends: Regional Appeal in Focus

According to Sacnilk data, English screenings saw overall 32.5% occupancy on Day 2 , with further breakdown:

• Morning: 19.5%

• Afternoon: 33.3%

• Evening: 41.1%

• Night: 36.0%

City-wise best occupancy: Chennai (60.25%) and Bengaluru (~36%) .
Hindi and Tamil dubbed versions posted ~22% and ~15% occupancy, respectively .

Why Superman Is Resonating with Indian Audiences

1. James Gunn’s Direction & Strong Performances
   Critics have praised the film’s visuals and David Corenswet’s portrayal, calling it “entertaining” and “enjoyable.”

2. Franchise Freshness & Nostalgia Factor
   Long-time fans are drawn to this reboot, which holds its own against major Hollywood blockbusters like Jurassic Park: Rebirth and F1.

3. Multi-Language Release Strategy
   The film’s availability in four widely spoken languages has broadened its reach across metro and tier-2 theaters.

Global & National Comparisons

• India’s 2-Day Total (~₹16–17 crore) positions it as the third-highest opening for a DC film post-pandemic, trailing behind Jurassic Park: Rebirth .

• Early global collection trends highlight healthy momentum: ₹55 million in North America and ₹40 million internationally, with projections of a $210 million weekend debut .

Comparison Snapshot

“Superman” clearly leads the weekend box office race in India.

Box Office Forecast & Outlook

Sunday performance is key. With strong word-of-mouth and positive critical acclaim, especially for the English version, analysts predict a continued upward trend.
Occupancy rates exceeding 30% on Day 2 suggest a promising weekend gross crossing ₹20 crore is plausible.

“Superman” (2025), directed by James Gunn and featuring David Corenswet, is off to a soaring start in India. Its 32% growth and ₹16–17 crore in two days reflect rising audience enthusiasm, particularly in regional strongholds like Chennai and Bengaluru.

As the film continues its theatrical journey, all signs point to sustained box office success. Stay with us for detailed Sunday numbers, footprint analysis, and comparisons with future Indian releases.