Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle’s Box Office Domination Endures

“Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle” has solidified its place in cinematic history, not just as another anime film, but as a groundbreaking box office titan. Following a record-shattering opening weekend, the film’s fourth day, a Monday, saw a predictable dip in collections, but its overall performance continues to be a historic run, especially in markets like India, where its success marks a significant cultural shift.

After a phenomenal opening weekend that saw the film earn approximately ₹44.5 crore in India, the weekday grind has begun. While Monday’s collection of around ₹3.5 crore represents a notable drop from the weekend’s highs, it’s a solid number for any film, let alone an anime feature on a weekday. The drop is in line with standard industry trends, as the initial surge of fan fervor from the opening days subsides. However, the film’s continued earnings on a Monday indicate that it has successfully transitioned from a fan-only event to a movie with broader appeal.

The film’s performance in India has been nothing short of a sensation. With its opening weekend gross, “Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle” has become the highest-grossing non-Hollywood foreign film in the country’s history. This is a monumental achievement, surpassing previous anime successes and showcasing the growing mainstream appeal of Japanese animation among Indian audiences. The film’s availability in multiple languages—Japanese with English subtitles, English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu—has been a key factor in its widespread success, making it accessible to a much larger audience.

Globally, the film’s box office run has been equally spectacular. It has shattered records across the world, becoming the highest-grossing Japanese film of 2025 in Japan and one of the highest-grossing Japanese films worldwide. Its North American debut was particularly impressive, setting a new record for the biggest opening weekend for an anime film in the region. This global success underscores the universal appeal of the “Demon Slayer” franchise and the high-quality animation and storytelling that have captivated millions.

While the Monday dip is a reality, it doesn’t diminish the monumental success of “Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle.” The film has already proven its mettle by dominating the box office and establishing new benchmarks for foreign films, particularly anime, in various markets. The solid weekday collections suggest that it will continue to have a strong run at the box office, driven by positive word-of-mouth and the passionate fan base that is now being joined by general movie-goers. The historic run of “Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle” is far from over, and its final box office tally is eagerly awaited as it continues to carve its name into the record books.