The multi-starrer film "Housefull 5," starring Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, and Abhishek Bachchan, enjoyed a spectacular box office opening upon its release in theaters on Friday, June 6th.
Housefull 5 Box Office Collection Day 1: The fifth installment of Bollywood's highly successful and entertaining comedy franchise, "Housefull," made a phenomenal debut, raking in ₹23 crore (230 million rupees) on its first day. This not only surpasses the earnings of its previous installments but also secures it the title of the third-highest opening of 2025.
The film's release on June 6th employed a unique strategy: two distinct versions were shown in theaters. "Housefull 5A" and "Housefull 5B" shared the same storyline but featured different climaxes and murderers. This double climax thrill heightened audience anticipation, leading to packed theaters on the opening day.
The Magic of the Double Climax: Audiences Say – "We'll Watch It Again!"
Both versions of the film share the same first two hours, but the final 20 minutes diverge completely, offering viewers two distinct endings – double the suspense in a single film. This strategy generated considerable excitement, with many viewers watching both versions on the first day itself. Social media buzz surrounding the differing climaxes intensified.
This marketing ploy is considered the boldest and most creative to date, not only drawing audiences to theaters but also securing a remarkable box office opening for the film.
Housefull 5 Breaks its Own Records, Becomes the Franchise's Biggest Opener
This comedy franchise, launched in 2010, has consistently delivered fresh and entertaining content. However, "Housefull 5" has shattered all previous records. The previous highest opening day collection for the series belonged to "Housefull 4" (2019), which earned ₹19.08 crore. Here's a comparison of the opening day collections for the "Housefull" series:
- Housefull (2010) – ₹10 crore
- Housefull 2 (2012) – ₹14 crore
- Housefull 3 (2016) – ₹15.21 crore
- Housefull 4 (2019) – ₹19.08 crore
- Housefull 5 (2025) – ₹23 crore
Housefull 5 Secures Third Highest Opening of 2025
With its ₹23 crore opening, "Housefull 5" has secured the third position among the highest-grossing opening day films of the year. "Chhawa" holds first place with ₹33 crore, followed by "Sikander" with ₹27.50 crore. The film has surpassed 21 other releases, including "Red 2" (₹19.71 crore), "Sunny Ki Jaat" (₹9.62 crore), and "Kesari Chapter 2" (₹7.84 crore), a significant achievement.
Another notable aspect of "Housefull 5" is its impressive cast. The film features 20 prominent actors, each contributing to a blend of comedy, suspense, and thrill.
What Lies Ahead?
With positive word-of-mouth already circulating and the weekend underway, trade experts predict that the film's collection will increase further on Saturday and Sunday. Trade analysts estimate that the film could surpass ₹70-80 crore in its opening weekend, provided audience interest remains consistent.
