'Avatar: Fire and Ash' has grossed over $760 million worldwide after two weekends, making it the sixth-highest grossing Hollywood film of the year and likely to surpass $1 billion with its upcoming release of 'Avatar 3'. The film's strong performance continues Disney’s box office dominance, with other hits like 'Zootopia 2' and 'Wicked: For Good' also achieving significant milestones.
Sinners, a groundbreaking vampire film set in the Jim Crow South with a Black cast and directed by Ryan Coogler, defied industry expectations to become the highest-grossing original film of 2025, sparking cultural discourse and showcasing diverse storytelling in Hollywood.
Guillermo del Toro's adaptation of Frankenstein debuted on Netflix as the top film, with 29.1 million views, ranking No. 1 in 72 countries, and receiving praise from del Toro for its global resonance and success following its Venice Film Festival premiere.
Anime movies like 'Chainsaw Man' and 'Demon Slayer' are dominating U.S. box offices, reflecting the genre's mainstream popularity, with 'Chainsaw Man' potentially winning the weekend after strong previews and positive reviews.
Kpop Demon Hunters, a Netflix animated film inspired by Korean culture and K-pop, has become a massive hit globally and in South Korea, sparking pride, cultural appreciation, and increased interest in Korean artifacts and traditions, with fans eager for local cinema screenings.
‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ broke a box office curse for Marvel, earning approximately $220 million globally in its opening weekend, marking Marvel’s first original hit in six years and receiving positive reviews for its storytelling and ensemble cast.
James Gunn expressed gratitude for the successful global debut of his Superman movie, which earned approximately $217 million, highlighting its positive reception and the film's focus on the 'man' aspect of Superman. The success marks a promising start for DC Studios' reboot, with further projects planned, and Gunn remains confident despite concerns about superhero fatigue.
James Gunn dismisses the rumors that Superman needs to make $700 million at the box office to be successful, emphasizing that the figure is exaggerated and that the film's success isn't solely defined by this number, despite the high stakes as the rebooted DC Universe launches.
James Gunn downplays the importance of the $700 million box office benchmark for Superman, emphasizing that the film's success doesn't hinge solely on reaching such a high gross, despite its large budget and high expectations. The movie, set to release on July 11, aims to rejuvenate the DC Universe with a focus on a younger Clark Kent, amidst industry concerns about superhero fatigue and recent box office flops.
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James Gunn states that the success of his 'Superman' movie, which is launching a new DC Universe, does not depend on making $700 million at the box office, emphasizing that it doesn't need to be as big as some predict. Despite the high budget and the current challenges faced by superhero movies, Gunn believes the film's value lies in its story and characters, not just box office numbers.
A24's film 'Materialists,' directed by Celine Song, achieved a surprising box office success with an estimated $12 million opening weekend, marking one of the distributor's best openings ever by effectively appealing to both commercial and niche audiences.
"Hanu-Man" is showing promising signs of becoming a hit in Bollywood, with a substantial increase in collections and strong performance in mass circuits. The film has garnered 5.75 crore nett in two days, with a 75% growth in mass pockets and doubled multiplex business. Anticipation is high for a solid Monday hold and continued success, especially with the ongoing holiday period in various states contributing to its potential triumph.
The success of the Super Mario Bros. film has resulted in a significant increase in Mario game sales for Nintendo, with 6.22 million games sold in the franchise from April to September. This surge in sales was part of Nintendo's plan to generate mass-market interest in its video games through the film's success. The company aims to replicate this sales boost with future film adaptations, including a live-action The Legend of Zelda movie.
