Looks like Steven Spielberg still has the magic touch, yaar! His latest sci-fi thriller Disclosure Day is giving solid competition at the Indian box office, and on Day 2, it has already left fellow Hollywood release Backrooms trailing behind. The numbers are in, and they’re looking pretty sweet for the Emily Blunt starrer.
Day 2 Numbers: Disclosure Day Rises, Backrooms Slips
As per trade reports, Disclosure Day collected Rs 2.50 crore net on its second day in India—a solid 38.9% jump from its opening day collection of Rs 1.80 crore. That’s the kind of growth every filmmaker dreams of. The film’s total India net collection now stands at Rs 4.30 crore, while its gross collection has hit Rs 5.16 crore. These numbers came from 1,442 shows across the country, mainly in multiplexes and premium screens where the audience is clearly vibing with Spielberg’s vision.
Meanwhile, Backrooms—the horror film based on the viral internet phenomenon—has seen a dip. It earned Rs 1.15 crore net on Day 2, which is 8% lower than its opening day of Rs 1.25 crore. Its total India net stands at Rs 2.40 crore, with a gross of Rs 2.88 crore from 815 shows. While the film’s unique concept is winning hearts, it seems the momentum is slowing a bit.
Occupancy Trends: Who Had Better Footfalls?
Interestingly, despite earning less, Backrooms actually recorded better occupancy numbers than Disclosure Day on Day 2. The horror flick logged an overall occupancy of 37%, with evening shows touching a massive 49.56%. Morning shows were at 20.89%, improving to 38.33% in the afternoon and settling at 39.22% for night shows. That’s some serious crowd pull, especially for a film playing on fewer screens.
On the other hand, Disclosure Day had an overall occupancy of 24.75%. Morning shows were slow at 14.22%, but things picked up to 25% in the afternoon, 30.44% in the evening, and 29.33% at night. The trend suggests that audiences warmed up to the film as the day went on—word of mouth is slowly spreading, bhai.
What Are These Films About? Cast and Crew Lowdown
Disclosure Day is a sci-fi thriller directed by the legendary Steven Spielberg. The plot follows a cybersecurity whistleblower who stumbles upon shocking alien secrets and decides to expose a hidden conspiracy. Yeah, sounds like classic Spielberg with a modern twist! The film boasts an impressive ensemble: Emily Blunt leads the pack, joined by Colman Domingo, Josh O’Connor, and Colin Firth. That’s a lineup that guarantees some serious acting chops.
On the flip side, Backrooms takes its inspiration from the viral internet legend about eerie endless spaces that create a sense of isolation and dread. Directed by Kane Parsons and distributed by A24—the kings of unconventional horror—the film transforms a digital nightmare into a big-screen experience. It stars Chiwetel Ejiofor and Renate Reinsve, both of whom have been getting praise for their performances.
With the weekend ahead, all eyes are on whether Disclosure Day can maintain its growth and whether Backrooms can bounce back. For now, Spielberg seems to be having the last laugh in India. Stay tuned for more box office updates, only on Cinecrazy!