Box Office Verdict: Flop
Mission Raniganj emerged as a steady performer at the box office, collecting ₹33.9 crore domestically (net) and securing the 367th rank in Filmymojo’s all-time box office rankings. While not a blockbuster, the film held its ground in the competitive thriller genre, outperforming several recent releases.
Box Office Breakdown
Key Stats
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Collection | ₹33.9 crore |
| Rank | #367 (All-Time) |
| Genre | Thriller |
| Release Month | October 2023 |
| Director | Tinu Suresh Desai |
| Lead Cast | Akshay Kumar, Parineeti Chopra |
Genre Comparison
- Average Thriller Collection (2023): ₹42.5 crore
- Mission Raniganj vs. Genre Avg: 20% below the genre average but ahead of smaller thrillers like Akelli (₹1.19 crore) and Neeyat (₹7.05 crore).
- Top 2023 Thrillers:
- Drishyam 2 (₹240.62 crore)
- The Kerala Story (₹242.85 crore)
- Mission Raniganj (₹33.9 crore)
Akshay Kumar’s Box Office Power
Mission Raniganj added to Akshay Kumar’s mixed 2023 run. Here’s how his recent films performed:
| Movie | Collection (₹ Cr) | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| OMG 2 | 150.22 | #59 |
| Selfiee | 16.86 | #628 |
| Mission Raniganj | 33.9 | #367 |
| Bachchhan Pandey | 51.15 | #251 |
Takeaway: While not among Akshay’s biggest hits, Mission Raniganj performed better than Selfiee, proving his consistency in the thriller space.
Top 5 Similar Movies (Based on Genre & Theme)
If you liked Mission Raniganj, check out these high-performing thrillers:
| Movie | Year | Collection (₹ Cr) | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drishyam 2 | 2022 | 240.62 | #27 |
| Batla House | 2019 | 99.63 | #119 |
| Baby | 2015 | 95.5 | #124 |
| Naam Shabana | 2017 | 58.63 | #227 |
| Mission Raniganj | 2023 | 33.9 | #367 |
Audience & Critical Reception
- IMDb Rating: 7.1/10 (Above average for thrillers)
- Word of Mouth: Praised for its gripping real-life rescue drama but criticized for pacing issues.
- Controversy: Faced minor backlash for historical accuracy debates but didn’t significantly impact collections.
Final Verdict
Mission Raniganj was a not a success, leveraging Akshay Kumar’s star power and a tense storyline. While it didn’t break records, its ₹33.9 crore haul places it as a respectable thriller in 2023’s lineup.
Would we recommend it? Yes, for fans of real-life dramas and Akshay’s intense performances.
Data Source: Filmymojo Box Office Database