The latest films to hit the big screen, “Bhool Chuk Maaf,” “Kesari Veer,” and the highly anticipated “Mission: Impossible 8” (officially titled “Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning”), have presented a diverse picture at the box office so far. While Tom Cruise’s spy thriller continues its global dominance, the Bollywood releases have seen varying degrees of success, with one proving to be a pleasant surprise and the other struggling to find its footing.
“Bhool Chuk Maaf” Surprises with Strong Performance
Released on May 23, 2025, the Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi starrer “Bhool Chuk Maaf” has emerged as a commendable performer, especially given its relatively modest scale. The romantic comedy-drama has resonated well with audiences, particularly in family circuits, accumulating an estimated ₹47.37 crore India net within its first nine days.
The film kicked off its theatrical journey with a solid ₹7 crore on its opening Friday and witnessed a significant jump over the weekend, collecting ₹9.5 crore on Saturday and an impressive ₹11.5 crore on Sunday. Despite the usual weekday dips, “Bhool Chuk Maaf” has managed to hold its ground, indicating positive word-of-mouth. Its performance in the first week, totaling ₹45.41 crore, has also placed it among the top opening weeks for Bollywood films in 2025. This Karan Sharma directorial, produced by Maddock Films and Amazon Prime Video, is inching closer to the ₹50 crore mark and appears to be on its way to a successful run.
“Kesari Veer” Struggles to Gain Traction
In contrast, “Kesari Veer,” starring Sooraj Pancholi, Suniel Shetty, and Vivek Oberoi, has unfortunately failed to ignite the box office. Released on the same day as “Bhool Chuk Maaf,” May 23, 2025, this historical action drama has only managed to collect a dismal ₹1.53 crore India net in its first seven days.
The film opened on a very low note, earning just ₹0.25 crore on its first Friday. While it saw a marginal rise over the weekend, the growth was insufficient to build momentum. Weekday collections plummeted significantly, highlighting a lack of audience connect. Despite its promising cast and a historical theme, “Kesari Veer” has been plagued by negative reviews citing issues with the screenplay and execution. Its struggle to even cross the ₹2 crore mark in its opening week makes it one of the most disappointing box office performers of the year so far, posing a significant challenge for its future theatrical run.
“Mission: Impossible 8” Continues its Global Domination
Tom Cruise’s latest outing as Ethan Hunt in “Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning” has once again proven the enduring appeal of the franchise. Globally, the film has already grossed an impressive $231.4 million worldwide, making it the eighth highest-grossing film of 2025 to date. The film had its world premiere in Tokyo on May 5, 2025, before its wider release in the United States on May 23, 2025.
In India, “Mission: Impossible 8” has also performed remarkably well, crossing the ₹80 crore mark. As of its 14th day, the film has accumulated an estimated ₹82.99 crore India net. It had a strong opening, collecting ₹54.4 crore in its first week. While its daily earnings have seen some slowdown in its second week, the film continues to draw audiences and is poised to add more to its substantial collection. Despite its strong performance, it is noteworthy that it is currently trailing behind its predecessor, “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One,” in the Indian market. Nevertheless, “The Final Reckoning” remains a major force at the global box office, solidifying the “Mission: Impossible” franchise’s position as a consistent crowd-puller.