Published by: Sourav Kumar
Updated on: Saturday, 07 June 2025
Akshay Kumar’s comedy-drama Housefull 5 registers a modest start with 13.62% morning occupancy on Day 1, falling behind Chhaava and Raid 2. Can it recover over the weekend?
Housefull 5 Box Office Collection Day 1
Akshay Kumar’s much-hyped comedy film Housefull 5 has finally hit theaters. Despite its massive ensemble cast and the franchise’s legacy, the film witnessed a lukewarm start at the Indian box office, according to data from Sacnilk.
The film recorded a morning occupancy of just 13.62% across India, combining both its A and B formats. This opening puts Housefull 5 behind recent blockbusters such as Chhaava (30.5%), Raid 2 (21.23%), and Badass Ravi Kumar (13.9%). Even Sikandar edged ahead with 13.76%.
In a surprising twist for fans of the Housefull franchise, the movie had almost 55% lower admissions compared to top openers of 2025. Yet, it managed to enter the Top 5 Bollywood openings of the year, surpassing titles like Kesari Chapter 2 (12.67%), Fateh (10.6%), Sky Force (10.26%), Game Changer (9.10%), and Emergency (5.98%).
What Went Wrong?
Despite a stellar star cast—Akshay Kumar, Jacqueline Fernandez, Nana Patekar, Johnny Lever, Abhishek Bachchan, Riteish Deshmukh, Sanjay Dutt, Fardeen Khan, and more—the film’s opening failed to translate into major footfalls.
The murder-mystery-comedy plot, which centers around imposters fighting for a billionaire’s fortune aboard a cruise ship, may not have resonated immediately with the audience. Critics cite lackluster humor and a convoluted storyline as reasons for its mixed reception.
Weekend Surge Expected
Industry analysts believe the weekend could see a sharp rise in collections, boosted by family audiences and die-hard fans of the franchise. The film’s fate now hinges on positive word of mouth and evening show occupancy.
FAQs:
Q1. How much did Housefull 5 earn on Day 1?
A: While exact earnings are awaited, the morning occupancy stood at 13.62%, which is considered moderate.
Q2. Did Housefull 5 beat Chhaava or Raid 2 in morning shows?
A: No, Chhaava led with 30.5%, and Raid 2 followed at 21.23%, while Housefull 5 stood at 13.62%.
Q3. Who are the main cast members in Housefull 5?
A: Akshay Kumar, Jacqueline Fernandez, Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, Johnny Lever, and others.
Q4. What is Housefull 5’s story about?
A: It is a comedy-mystery set on a cruise ship, where multiple imposters claim to be the son of a billionaire for a fortune.
Q5. Will Housefull 5 perform better over the weekend?
A: Analysts predict higher collections over the weekend if word-of-mouth remains positive.
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