Mumbai [India], November 9: Ranbir Kapoor and Yash’s much-awaited film Ramayana: Part One has delivered a strong performance at the Indian box office, collecting approximately ₹234.25 crore in net collections during its extended four-day opening weekend. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the epic drama has received particularly impressive traction across South Indian markets, while its Hindi version is expected to gain momentum after the Diwali festivities.
According to trade estimates, the film collected approximately ₹55.50 crore net on its fourth day, Sunday, November 8. The Hindi version witnessed a slowdown due to Diwali celebrations, but the dubbed South Indian versions recorded their strongest single-day performance since release.
Ramayana Part One Day-Wise Box Office Collection
The film opened strongly on Thursday, November 5, and maintained its momentum over the extended weekend. Saturday emerged as its biggest day, with collections reaching approximately ₹68.25 crore.
The estimated India box office breakdown, including 3D ticket charges, is as follows:
| Day | Hindi | Dubbed Versions | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday | ₹45 Cr | ₹18.50 Cr | ₹63.50 Cr |
| Friday | ₹34.50 Cr | ₹12.50 Cr | ₹47 Cr |
| Saturday | ₹50.75 Cr | ₹17.50 Cr | ₹68.25 Cr |
| Sunday | ₹35 Cr | ₹20.50 Cr | ₹55.50 Cr |
| Total | ₹165.25 Cr | ₹69 Cr | ₹234.25 Cr |
The figures are trade estimates and include 3D charges. Excluding 3D charges, the film’s four-day India net collection stands at approximately ₹219 crore.
South India Emerges as a Major Box Office Strength
One of the biggest highlights of Ramayana: Part One has been its performance in South India. The dubbed versions have delivered impressive numbers, with Karnataka leading the regional markets.
Karnataka alone contributed approximately ₹43 crore net during the extended opening weekend. Tamil Nadu and Kerala also recorded strong audience turnout, particularly over Saturday and Sunday.
Combined South Indian business stood at approximately ₹96 crore net, including around ₹69 crore from the dubbed versions and approximately ₹27 crore from the Hindi version in the southern circuits, excluding the Marathwada region of the Nizam territory.
The strong response in these markets has created positive expectations for the film’s weekday performance.
Hindi Version Expected to Gain Momentum After Diwali
While the Hindi version faced some challenges during the pre-Diwali period and the Lakshmi Pujan celebrations, trade estimates indicate that the film could witness a significant improvement in the coming days.
Several cinemas reportedly operated with limited shows on Sunday, while some theatres remained closed due to festival celebrations. With the festivities ending, the film is expected to benefit from increased audience availability.
Advance booking trends also indicated stronger demand across several northern circuits for Monday, November 9.
Ranbir Kapoor and Yash Lead Nitesh Tiwari’s Epic
Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana: Part One features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Ravana. The film also features Ravi Dubey as Lakshman, along with Sunny Deol, Lara Dutta and other actors in important roles.
Mounted on a massive scale, the film is among the most ambitious projects in Indian cinema. Its opening weekend performance, particularly in South India, has strengthened expectations around its theatrical run.
With weekday collections now becoming crucial, the coming days will determine whether Ramayana: Part One can maintain its strong box office momentum across India.
