In a major milestone for Bollywood in 2025, Housefull 5, led by superstar Akshay Kumar, has officially surpassed Salman Khan’s Sikandar to become the 4th highest-grossing Hindi film of the year, as confirmed by multiple trade trackers and box office reports.
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Box Office Collection So Far
The film opened to strong numbers and maintained momentum throughout the week:
- Day 1 (Friday): ₹24 crore
- Day 2 (Saturday): ₹31 crore
- Day 3 (Sunday): ₹32.5 crore
- Day 4 (Monday): ₹13 crore
- Day 5 (Tuesday): ₹11.25 crore
As per Sacnilk and other credible sources, the total India net collection stands at approximately ₹111.75 crore, while the India gross is around ₹134 crore. The film has crossed ₹160 crore worldwide gross in just five days.
Comparison With Sikandar
Salman Khan’s Sikandar had a solid run, collecting ₹129.95 crore net in India and around ₹184 crore globally. However, Housefull 5 has now overtaken it in terms of trajectory and daily earnings. According to Koimoi and TOI reports, the film is only about ₹25 crore behind Sikandar’s final gross, making its rise to the third position highly possible in coming days.
Reasons Behind Success
- Franchise Power: The Housefull series has consistently performed at the box office, and the fifth installment brought high expectations.
- Star Cast: Akshay Kumar, alongside Abhishek Bachchan, Riteish Deshmukh, and Jacqueline Fernandez, attracted both family and youth audiences.
- Mass Appeal: The comedy, grandeur, and ensemble performance delivered the entertainment value that fans expect.
- Steady Weekday Collections: Unlike many big films, Housefull 5 showed minimal drops post-weekend, indicating strong word-of-mouth.
What’s Next?
With an upcoming weekend, Housefull 5 is expected to continue its upward climb. Analysts believe the film could overtake the 3rd biggest grosser of 2025 if its current pace continues. Akshay Kumar now holds multiple spots in the top grosser list this year, reaffirming his star power.
Housefull 5 is not just another comedy—it’s a box office phenomenon. With strong collections and growing audience interest, it has firmly claimed its place among the top earners of 2025.
By – Nikita