The film made a good start at the box office, earning ₹3.35 crore on its opening day. Based on modern relationships, the film received mixed reviews from the audience, but its cast and music were particularly well-received.
Bollywood: Anurag Basu's highly anticipated film, 'Metro... In Dino', has made a b entry at the box office. The film was released in theaters on July 4, 2025, and earned ₹3.35 crore on its first day. Featuring a b cast including Sara Ali Khan, Aditya Roy Kapur, Neena Gupta, Konkona Sen Sharma, Pankaj Tripathi, Anupam Kher, and Ali Fazal, the film has captured the attention of the audience.
Not a Sequel, but a Fresh Perspective: 'Metro' Returns
'Metro... In Dino' is being called a spiritual sequel to the 2007 film 'Life in a... Metro', but its storyline and presentation have been completely adapted to the new era. This time, Anurag Basu has focused on new relationships in metro cities, digital-age romance, and changing social values.
While the previous film focused on the struggles of urban life and the complexities of relationships, 'Metro... In Dino' explores the mindset of today's Generation Z and millennials, their definition of relationships, and their experience of loneliness.
Strong Start at the Box Office
According to reports, 'Metro... In Dino' collected ₹3.35 crore on its opening day. While this collection may not seem very large, it's a significant leap when compared to the 2007 film 'Life in a... Metro', which earned only ₹80 lakh on its first day.
Experts believe that its earnings will increase further over the weekend, especially as there is good discussion about its story and music among young audiences.
Music Becomes a Youth Favorite
The film's music has been composed by Pritam, who has once again emerged as the soul of the story. Songs like 'Tanha Shehar', 'Rubaru Dil', and 'Khoye Palo Ki Awaaz' are already trending on digital platforms. The film's songs very accurately portray the emotions of today's youth.
Occupancy and City Reports
The film's occupancy in the Hindi (2D) version averaged 12.72% nationwide. While the morning shows had an occupancy of 8.64%, this figure rose to 17.99% by the evening. Chennai recorded a 41% occupancy in South India, which is impressive. Cities like Bangalore (28.33%) and Kolkata (18.33%) also showed a good response to the film.
Will it Become a New Cult Film?
Now, the biggest question is whether 'Metro... In Dino' will become a cult classic like its predecessor? The initial collections and audience reactions are giving positive signals. If the film crosses ₹10 crore over the weekend, it can be considered a b start.
There is considerable enthusiasm among young people for the film, and if we look at the discussions on social media, its popularity appears to be gradually increasing.
