Mumbai, India, June 26, 2025 — Housefull 5, the latest installment in the popular Bollywood comedy franchise, earned an estimated ₹1.00 crore net on its 21st day (third Thursday) at the Indian box office, bringing its total India net collection to ₹179.75 crore, according to Sacnilk. The film, directed by Tarun Mansukhani and produced by Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment, faced a significant drop in earnings, impacted by the release of Aamir Khan’s Sitaare Zameen Par.
A Strong Start, A Challenging Run
Released on June 6, 2025, Housefull 5 opened with a robust ₹24.35 crore net, marking Akshay Kumar’s best opening post-pandemic, surpassing Bade Miyan Chote Miyan and Skyforce. The star-studded ensemble, featuring Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, Jacqueline Fernandez, and others, drove a strong first weekend, collecting ₹87.85 crore net. However, the film’s performance waned in its third week, with day 21 recording a mere 9.98% Hindi occupancy, the lowest yet, per Sacnilk. Morning shows saw 6.64% occupancy, afternoon 11.24%, and evening 12.05%, with no night shows reported.
The film’s total worldwide gross stands at approximately ₹250 crore, but it falls short of the ₹240 crore net needed to be deemed a “hit” and ₹200 crore for an “average” verdict, per Bollymoviereviewz. Posts on X, including from @BoxOffice_Truth, suggest a projected lifetime collection of ₹150-160 crore net in India, labeling it a “flop” or “below average” due to its ₹250 crore budget.
Why the Decline?
Despite a promising start, Housefull 5 struggled to maintain momentum. Industry analyst Komal Nahta noted its failure to achieve the “huge growth” needed for a strong second weekend, while competition from Sitaare Zameen Par, which earned ₹11.7 crore on its opening day, further dented its performance. “The arrival of Aamir Khan’s film has shifted audience attention,” said trade analyst Sumit Kadel on X, predicting a lifetime close to ₹160 crore net.
The film’s mixed reviews, citing a convoluted plot despite its comedic appeal, also impacted word-of-mouth. “It’s fun but lacks the spark of earlier Housefull films,” an X user remarked, reflecting sentiment that may have contributed to its 29.32% occupancy peak on day 17 dropping to single digits by day 21.
A Star-Packed Franchise
Housefull 5 boasts a massive cast, including Nana Patekar, Jackie Shroff, and Johnny Lever, and was released on approximately 5,000 screens in India and 2,000 overseas. Its budget, inclusive of prints and advertising, is estimated at ₹240-250 crore, making profitability a challenge. Producer Sajid Nadiadwala’s team remains optimistic, with some X posts praising its “healthy jump” in the second week, though the consensus leans toward underperformance.
What This Means
With a current India net of ₹179.75 crore, Housefull 5 is poised to be the lowest-performing film in the franchise, potentially missing the 1 crore footfalls mark, a first for the series, per Boxofficeindia. The film’s theatrical run is nearing its end, with Sitaare Zameen Par and other releases dominating screens. Its performance underscores the challenges of sustaining comedy franchises in a competitive market, with implications for Akshay Kumar’s box office pull and Nadiadwala’s future projects. Fans and analysts await final figures to confirm its verdict, likely settling between “flop” and “average.”
