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The year 2025 has seen an exciting mix of films hitting theatres, spanning fantasy, action, horror, and political drama. As audiences rushed to cinemas, the box office numbers provide a clear picture of which films are capturing viewers’ attention. Four major releases Mirai, Baaghi 4, The Conjuring: Last Rites, and The Bengal Files are currently dominating conversations, each performing differently in terms of audience reception and collections
Teja Sajja’s fantasy action adventure Mirai, released on September 12, 2025, has made a remarkable debut. The film earned around ₹12 crore on its opening day, showing strong potential in regional and national markets. The success is credited to its engaging storyline, impressive VFX, and solid performances, particularly in Telugu-speaking regions. The movie has resonated with audiences seeking a mix of action, drama, and family-oriented storytelling.
Tiger Shroff’s action-packed Baaghi 4 premiered earlier on September 5, 2025, with a first-day collection of ₹12 crore. Despite a strong opening, the film faced a gradual decline in earnings over the subsequent week. As of the eighth day, Baaghi 4 has grossed over ₹45 crore. While the action sequences and star power continue to draw some fans, the overall reception has been mixed, and it has struggled to maintain momentum against other big releases.
The horror franchise continues to dominate with The Conjuring: Last Rites, which has performed exceptionally well both domestically and internationally. In India, the first week’s collection reached approximately ₹74 crore, making it the highest-grossing among the four films. Overseas, the movie has also excelled, earning $102 million in the US and Canada and $142 million in other international markets. Its combination of suspense, storytelling, and familiar franchise appeal has made it a favorite among horror fans.
In contrast, Vivek Agnihotri’s political drama The Bengal Files, featuring veteran actors like Mithun Chakraborty and Anupam Kher, has underperformed. Despite a moderate initial response, the collections dropped sharply, with the eighth-day earnings around ₹30 lakh and total collections hovering at roughly ₹11.55 crore. The film’s niche political theme and limited appeal have made it struggle to compete with more mainstream genres like action and horror.
| Film | Opening Day Collection | Total Collection (as of Day 8) | Genre | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mirai | ₹12 crore | ₹12 crore | Fantasy Action | Strong debut, particularly in regional markets |
| Baaghi 4 | ₹12 crore | ₹45 crore | Action Thriller | Mixed reception, declining collections after opening |
| The Conjuring: Last Rites | - | ₹74 crore (India) | Horror | Dominating box office, strong international response |
| The Bengal Files | - | ₹11.55 crore | Political Drama | Underperforming, struggling to attract audiences |
While Mirai has emerged as a strong debut in the fantasy-action genre and Baaghi 4 maintains decent earnings, The Conjuring: Last Rites clearly leads the current box office race. On the other hand, The Bengal Files faces challenges in drawing audiences and has become the lowest earner among the four films. The coming weeks will reveal whether these trends continue or if audience preferences shift as more films release.
