Joker: Folie à Deux, released on 2nd October 2024, has had a disappointing performance at the Hindi box office, accumulating a total of ₹ 13.35 Cr over its run. The film’s earnings reflect a decline in audience interest, which raises questions about its reception compared to its predecessor.
Joker: Folie à Deux Day-wise Box Office Collection:
- English Net Box Office: ₹ 13.35 Cr
- Day 16: ₹ 2 lakhs
- Day 15: ₹ 3 lakhs
- Day 14: ₹ 3 lakhs
- Day 13: ₹ 2 lakhs
- Day 12: ₹ 10 lakhs
- Day 11: ₹ 10 lakhs
- Day 10: ₹ 5 lakhs
- Day 9: ₹ 30 lakhs
- Day 8: ₹ 50 lakhs
- Day 7: ₹ 70 lakhs
- Day 6: ₹ 70 lakhs
- Day 5: ₹ 1.5 Cr
- Day 4: ₹ 1.6 Cr
- Day 3: ₹ 1.2 Cr
- Day 2: ₹ 1.35 Cr
- Day 1: ₹ 5.15 Cr
The film kicked off with a modest opening, grossing ₹ 5.15 Cr on Day 1. This initial figure was promising, but subsequent days showed a worrying trend. Day 2 brought in ₹ 1.35 Cr, while Day 3 saw a slight increase to ₹ 1.2 Cr. However, the momentum fizzled out quickly, as Day 4 dropped to ₹ 1.6 Cr and Day 5 saw only ₹ 1.5 Cr.
The film’s performance peaked in the first week, with Day 6 and Day 7 earning ₹ 70 lakhs and ₹ 70 lakhs, respectively. However, this peak was short-lived, leading to a sharp decline in earnings. The film managed to generate ₹ 50 lakhs on Day 8 and ₹ 30 lakhs on Day 9, but this was followed by further drops in collections, with Day 10 only earning ₹ 5 lakhs.
As the film entered its second week, daily earnings plummeted to alarming lows. Days 11 to 16 saw earnings of ₹ 10 lakhs, ₹ 10 lakhs, and as low as ₹ 2 lakhs on Day 16, indicating a significant loss of interest among viewers.
In conclusion, Joker: Folie à Deux has struggled to maintain its box office momentum, ultimately collecting ₹ 13.35 Cr during its run. The stark decline in daily collections suggests that the film did not resonate well with audiences, marking it as a significant disappointment in the franchise. As it exits theaters, Joker: Folie à Deux serves as a reminder of the challenges in delivering a successful sequel in a beloved series.