It’s a celebratory weekend for Akshay Kumar and the entire “Housefull 5” team! The latest instalment in the popular comedy franchise has roared at the box office, raking in an impressive ₹91.83 crore nett in its opening weekend. This stellar performance not only signals a strong comeback for Akshay Kumar but also marks a historic high for the entire “Housefull” franchise, setting a new record for its opening weekend collection.
“Housefull 5” Dominates Weekend Box Office with ₹91.83 Crore
“Housefull 5” opened to a good response, collecting ₹24.35 crore on Friday. The film witnessed a significant jump on Saturday, pulling in ₹32.38 crore, further accelerating its momentum. Sunday (June 8) proved to be the strongest day, with the film garnering an impressive ₹35.10 crore. This upward trend throughout the weekend demonstrates strong audience approval and a healthy word-of-mouth, solidifying its position as a major summer hit.
Franchise Record Broken: “Housefull 5” Achieves Highest Opening Weekend
“Housefull 5” has not only delivered a much-needed success for Akshay Kumar but also created history for the “Housefull” franchise. Its ₹91.83 crore opening weekend collection surpasses all previous instalments, establishing it as the highest-grossing opening weekend film in the entire series.
To put the numbers in perspective, here’s how Housefull 5 stacks up against its predecessors in opening weekend collections:
- Housefull (2010) – ₹30.20 crore
- Housefull 2 (2012) – ₹42 crore
- Housefull 3 (2016) – ₹53 crore
- Housefull 4 (2019) – ₹80 crore
- Housefull 5 (2025) – ₹91.83 crore
This achievement underscores the enduring appeal of the franchise and the widespread anticipation for its latest offering.
Star-Studded Ensemble Drives Massive Footfall
Akshay Kumar leads the ensemble, bringing his signature comedic timing. He shares the screen with familiar faces like Abhishek Bachchan, Riteish Deshmukh, and Fardeen Khan, who makes a comeback to the franchise. The film also features a powerhouse lineup including Nana Patekar, Jackie Shroff, Sanjay Dutt, Jacqueline Fernandez, and more. This multi-starrer appeal undoubtedly contributed significantly to the film’s impressive box office numbers, drawing in fans of various actors.
Innovative Release Strategy: Two Climaxes, Two Killers
In an unprecedented move for a Bollywood film, “Housefull 5” released with two distinct climaxes, labelled “Housefull 5A” and “Housefull 5B.” This innovative strategy introduced two different killers in the movie, offering audiences a unique viewing experience and potentially encouraging repeat visits to catch both versions. While the first two hours of both versions remain identical, the final 20 minutes diverge, revealing different culprits behind the central murder mystery. This bold experiment appears to have piqued audience curiosity and contributed to the film’s strong performance.
Akshay Kumar’s Good News Amidst Recent Releases
For Akshay Kumar, the success of “Housefull 5” comes as particularly good news. Following his recent releases, including “Sky Force” and “Kesari 2” earlier in 2025, “Housefull 5” has emerged as his most successful film of the year so far. This strong performance reaffirms his box office pull in the comedy genre and offers a positive trajectory for his upcoming projects.
The exceptional opening weekend for “Housefull 5” clearly indicates that the film has resonated with its target audience. The blend of an all-star cast, the trusted “Housefull” brand of humour, and an intriguing two-ending format has successfully translated into a blockbuster start, setting the stage for a promising run at the box office.
