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'The Conjuring: Last Rites' Breaks Box Office Records in India
6 Sep
Summary
- 'The Conjuring: Last Rites' sets new opening day record for Hollywood horror films in India
- Strong opening across major cities, led by Chennai, Bengaluru, and Kolkata
- Marks the final appearance of paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren
On September 6, 2025, 'The Conjuring: Last Rites', the highly anticipated final chapter in the story of paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, made a remarkable debut at the Indian box office. According to early estimates, the American supernatural horror film earned a staggering ₹18 crore net on its opening day, officially becoming the biggest opening for a Hollywood horror film in the country.
Despite facing competition from notable Indian releases like 'Baaghi 4' and 'The Bengal Files', 'The Conjuring: Last Rites' drew strong crowds and went on to earn an estimated gross of ₹21 crore across all languages. This impressive performance has set a new benchmark for the genre in India.
The film's success was particularly evident in key regions, with Chennai reporting the highest occupancy at 80.33%, followed by Bengaluru at 77.67% and Kolkata at 73%. The National Capital Region (NCR) also performed well with 61.33%, while Mumbai recorded a more modest 34.67%. Other cities such as Pune, Ahmedabad, and Kochi also reported solid numbers, with only Hyderabad lagging behind.
Starring Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga as the iconic Ed and Lorraine Warren, 'The Conjuring: Last Rites' promises to deliver a thrilling and satisfying conclusion to the beloved horror franchise. With its strong opening and growing word of mouth, the film appears poised to continue its successful run in Indian cinemas.
