Box Office Report (November 9, 2025): ‘Haq’ and ‘The Girlfriend’ stay steady; ‘Predator: Badlands’ breaks global records

New Delhi, November 10, 2025:
Theatres across India witnessed an energetic Sunday as Rishab Shetty’s Kantara Chapter 1 continued its phenomenal run, while new releases like Haq and The Taj Story attracted steady footfalls. Even regional and Hollywood releases contributed to a dynamic weekend. From Mumbai to Guwahati, here’s how the box-office numbers looked on November 9, 2025.

Kantara Chapter 1: The unstoppable juggernaut

Rishab Shetty’s magnum opus, Kantara Chapter 1, released on October 2, remains a dominant force. The film has now amassed an estimated ₹617 crore net in India and ₹728.06 crore gross after GST adjustments.
Despite being available on OTT platforms, the film continues to attract theatre audiences—a rare feat that underscores its cultural resonance and word-of-mouth power. Trade experts believe the film could challenge all-time records for a Kannada production by the end of its theatrical run.

Haq: Word-of-mouth lifts this courtroom drama

Starring Emraan Hashmi and Yami Gautam, Haq continues to find steady traction at the box office. After collecting ₹3.75 crore on its first Sunday, its total Indian tally stands at ₹8.85 crore.
Strong reviews for its performances and screenplay have helped the film sustain beyond initial expectations. Analysts predict a stable second week if urban occupancy remains consistent.

Thamma: Ayushmann-Rashmika starrer crosses ₹130 crore

Thamma, led by Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna, has turned out to be one of the surprise superhits of the season. The film minted another ₹1.65 crore this weekend, pushing its cumulative total to a massive ₹131.05 crore in India.
Its relatable family drama mixed with situational comedy has resonated across demographics, giving Ayushmann one of his biggest solo blockbusters in recent years.

Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat: Urban centres fuel stability

The romantic thriller featuring Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa added ₹1.50 crore to its total, which now stands at ₹74.95 crore.
While Tier-2 city collections have slowed, the film maintains a solid grip in metros like Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru—driven largely by young audiences and repeat viewership.

Roi Roi Binale: Regional cinema milestone

Assamese legend Zubeen Garg’s final outing, Roi Roi Binale, is rewriting regional box-office history. The film earned ₹1.89 crore on its 10th day, taking its total to ₹15.76 crore net.
Trade trackers note that it now ranks among the highest-grossing Assamese films ever, a testament to Garg’s enduring popularity and the film’s emotional appeal across the Northeast.

The Girlfriend: Rashmika shines again

Rashmika Mandanna’s solo-led drama The Girlfriend posted its best figures yet on Sunday, earning ₹3 crore. With a cumulative collection of ₹6.80 crore, the film’s growth curve looks promising as family audiences join the weekday rush.
Industry observers suggest that its relatable theme and strong social-media buzz may help it cross the ₹10 crore mark by mid-week.

The Taj Story: A steady climb in its second week

Veteran actor Paresh Rawal’s The Taj Story continues to charm audiences into its second week. The period drama earned ₹2.09 crore on Sunday—up from ₹1.75 crore on Saturday—taking its total to ₹15.74 crore.
Despite limited screens, the film’s historical appeal and strong performances have ensured steady occupancy, particularly in North India and heritage circuits.

Predator: Badlands – Global box office record-breaker

Beyond India, Hollywood had a thunderous weekend as Dan Trachtenberg’s Predator: Badlands smashed global records. The sci-fi action thriller opened to a staggering $80 million worldwide, making it the highest-grossing debut in the Predator franchise’s history.
Analysts project a robust second weekend, with North America contributing nearly half of its opening figures and strong IMAX turnout reported from India, the UK, and Australia.

Weekend takeaway

With Kantara Chapter 1 dominating the charts, Haq and The Girlfriend showing stability, and Predator: Badlands exploding globally, the November 9 weekend has turned out to be one of the most lucrative frames of the season.
As Diwali week approaches, the industry eyes an even stronger turnout, with festive releases lined up to keep the cash registers ringing.