'Chainsaw Man' Anime Film Struggles in India Despite Global Success

As of October 4th, 2025, the Japanese anime film 'Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc' has been struggling to maintain its box office performance in India, despite its global success. The film, which initially earned in double digits, with the first week closing on more than ₹3 crore, has since hit a major roadblock.

On the 8th day of its run in Indian theaters, the film experienced a staggering 66.67% drop in earnings, earning just ₹10 lakhs. This sharp decline comes after the film's highest earnings of ₹0.95 crore on its 3rd day. Currently, the overall box office total for 'Chainsaw Man' in India stands at ₹3.71 crore.

Looking ahead, the film faces an uphill battle as it will have to contend with a growing number of competitors in the coming days. From October 10th onwards, a diverse array of films, ranging from Hindi to English, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam, are set to hit theaters across India. This influx of new releases is expected to make it even harder for 'Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc' to sustain its performance.

However, there is still hope for the film, as industry analysts predict that if the weekend rush picks up, it could reach the ₹4 crore mark soon. The film's future in the Indian market remains uncertain, as it navigates the increasingly crowded and competitive landscape.