Box office: 'Deadpool & Wolverine' nears ₹100cr mark in India
The Marvel Studios film Deadpool & Wolverine, featuring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, has had an exciting first week at the Indian box office. Released on July 26, the movie marked an end to Marvel's period of uncertainty after the conclusion of its Phase 3 with Avengers: Endgame in 2019. As per early estimates by Sacnilk, Deadpool & Wolverine amassed a significant ₹89.90 crore in its initial week in India, including both English and Hindi dubbed versions.
Steady performance and record-breaking collections
On its debut day, Deadpool & Wolverine raked in a massive ₹21 crore and has since maintained a consistent performance. As of Day 8, preliminary estimates suggest the film's collection stands at ₹4.25 crore, bringing its total to an impressive ₹94.15 crore. This robust collection underscores the Hollywood movie's strong performance in the Indian market, following record-breaking success in the US market.
Star-studded cast and cameo appearances
Directed by Shawn Levy, Deadpool & Wolverine boasts a star-studded cast including Emma Corrin as Cassandra Nova, Matthew Macfadyen as Mr. Paradox, Morena Baccarin as Vanessa Carlysle, Rob Delaney as Peter Wisdom and Leslie Uggams as Blind Al. In addition to the main cast, the film features several cameo appearances from other actors, including some of the main Avengers. This ensemble of talent has contributed significantly to the film's success at the box office.