The Ajay Devgn‑produced saga logged a net of over 307 crore in 52 days, becoming the first Bollywood devotional movie to breach the triple‑century threshold.
Hanuman Ansh has just shattered a long‑standing ceiling for devotional cinema. After 52 days in theatres, the Ajay Devgn‑backed drama posted a net tally of about 307 crore, nudging it into the exclusive 300‑crore club. That makes it the first Bollywood devotional picture to ever cross that line, according to Koimoi.
The weekend that pushed the film over the edge was nothing short of spectacular. On Sunday – the eighth since its release – the film earned roughly nine crore net, a jump of 38 per cent from the previous day’s six‑and‑a‑half crore. The three‑day weekend totalled close to 19 crore, the biggest eighth‑weekend haul ever recorded for any Indian release.
While weekday numbers had started to level off, the latest surge shows the movie still enjoys strong word‑of‑mouth. Fans have turned up in both tier‑1 metros and smaller towns, treating the film as a rare festival‑like event. The gross figure, which includes overseas earnings, sits near 362 crore.
Industry watchers are already speculating about the film’s ceiling. With Ajay Devgn’s thriller Drishyam 3 slated for release on October 2, Hanuman Ansh’s march toward a 350‑crore net target could be challenged. If the newcomer receives mixed reviews, the devotional drama may still have room to climb. If it scores a blockbuster opening, the 300‑plus figure could become a final mark.
Comparisons are inevitable. Mahavatar Narsimha, another high‑budget mythological venture, peaked at 251 crore net, leaving a sizable gap that Hanuman Ansh has now filled. The achievement is reshaping expectations for the devotional genre, which historically lingered below the 200‑crore range.
Box‑office analysts note that the film’s longevity is unusual for a genre that typically burns bright and fades fast. Its sustained draw suggests a blend of star power, festive timing and a storyline that resonates with a broad audience. The film’s music, visual effects and the reverence surrounding its subject have all contributed to repeat viewings.
The next few weeks will be crucial. If Drishyam 3 opens to lukewarm reception, Hanuman Ansh could enjoy a quiet run, inching toward that 350‑crore net milestone. Conversely, a strong opening for Devgn’s thriller could cap the devotional drama’s earnings earlier than expected.
For now, the numbers speak for themselves: a devotional film has rewritten the Bollywood box‑office rulebook, proving that mythic narratives can still command massive commercial clout.
What’s next? The industry will be watching the October 2 weekend closely, as the clash between two heavyweight releases will likely decide whether Hanuman Ansh can push past the 350‑crore net barrier or settle into a historic, yet finite, record.
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