Box Office Verdict: Hit
Singham Again, Rohit Shetty’s action-packed cop drama starring Ajay Devgn, Deepika Padukone, and Ranveer Singh, has stormed the box office with ₹269.48 crore domestically (net), ranking #21 in Filmymojo’s all-time charts. The Diwali release became the highest-grossing film in the Cop Universe franchise.
Box Office Breakdown
Key Stats
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Collection | ₹269.48 crore |
| Rank | #21 (All-Time) |
| Genre | Action-Masala |
| Release Date | November 15, 2024 |
| Director | Rohit Shetty |
| Lead Cast | Ajay Devgn, Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh |
Genre Comparison
- Average Cop Drama Collection: ₹142.6 crore
- Singham Again vs. Genre Avg: 89% above benchmark
- Top Cop Universe Films:
- Singham Again (₹269.48 crore)
- Sooryavanshi (₹195.93 crore)
- Simmba (₹240.31 crore)
Cop Universe Growth Trajectory
The franchise shows unstoppable growth:
| Film | Collection (₹ Cr) | Year | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Singham | 100.3 | 2011 | – |
| Simmba | 240.31 | 2018 | 140%↑ |
| Sooryavanshi | 195.93 | 2021 | -18%↓ |
| Singham Again | 269.48 | 2024 | 38%↑ |
Key Insight: First cop film to cross ₹250 crore without inflation adjustment.
Budget & Profitability
The film’s economics are as massive as its action:
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Production Budget | ₹175 crore |
| P&A Spend | ₹50 crore |
| ROI | 2.53x |
| Breakeven Point | Achieved in Week 1 |
Industry Context: Big-budget action films typically need 2.3x to profit.
Weekly Performance
Diwali-powered longevity:
| Week | Collection (₹ Cr) | Drop |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ₹158.2 | – |
| 2 | ₹72.5 | 54%↓ |
| 3 | ₹28.3 | 61%↓ |
| 4 | ₹10.48 | 63%↓ |
Remarkable Trend: ₹50cr+ Week 2 despite 54% drop shows franchise power.
What Worked?
- Triple Star Power: Ajay-Deepika-Ranveer combo
- Spectacle Scale: 12-minute continuous highway chase sequence
- Festive Timing: Diwali + 5000+ screens
- Nostalgia Bait: Original Singham theme reused
Controversies That Fueled Business
- CBFC Cuts: 7 minutes edited for violence
- Political Parallels: Villain character sparked debates
- Franchise Fatigue: Online debates about repetitive plot
Final Verdict
With ₹269.48 crore, Singham Again has:
- Proved mass masala cinema’s enduring appeal
- Set new benchmarks for multi-starrer action
- Cemented Rohit Shetty as the king of cop dramas
Watch Recommendation: Essential big-screen experience for action lovers.
Data Source: Filmymojo Box Office Database