Rani Mukerji’s newest film which was released worldwide on 17th March, “Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway,” has sent shockwaves through the box office, shattering numerous records along the way. The film has garnered not only critical acclaim but has also amassed a massive following at cinemas worldwide, leaving audiences in awe of its unparalleled success. The film opened to a roaring start, earning a whopping Rs 6.42 crore in its opening weekend in India, and a worldwide total of Rs 12.68 crore.
While the film’s performance in India was commendable, it was the stunning success in Norway that truly turned heads. The movie surpassed all expectations and toppled all-time blockbusters like ‘Pathaan’, leaving the film industry in awe of Rani’s star power. With this latest triumph, Rani cements her status as one of Bollywood’s most bankable and beloved stars.
The heartwarming story of a mother’s struggle to regain custody of her children has won hearts around the globe. The film has set a new benchmark in Norway, registering the highest-ever weekend collection for a Bollywood film. It has surpassed the collections of Shah Rukh Khan’s “Raees” and “Pathaan” and Salman Khan’s “Sultan” in Norway.
Check out what the industry has to say!
“Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway” has left a blazing trail at the Norwegian box office, earning a staggering 745k Norwegian Krones with a staggering 4.8k occupancy rate in just three days. Surpassing the record set by “Raees” with a 4.7k occupancy rate, the film has even managed to outdo festival releases such as “Pathaan,” which had a mere 4.1k occupancy rate. Salman Khan’s Sultan had 4.4k occupancy on its first weekend. This feat is even more impressive considering that these movies had the advantage of an extended weekend of five days.
The film’s success has been overwhelming for Rani Mukerji, who expressed her gratitude, saying, “I’m glad that Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway is showing us that a content film can be a theatrical film in a post-pandemic world. I feel as an industry we just need to make films that touch people’s hearts and not focus on which genre will work on the big screen and which won’t.” The film’s producer, Nikkhil Advani, has also expressed his joy and stated that they will continue making movies that inspire and move audiences.
The film’s success in Norway has been applauded by audiences worldwide, and it has received immense love for its heartwarming storyline and stellar performances. The film’s cast includes Anirban Bhattacharya and Jim Sarbh, and it is directed by Ashima Chibber.
In India, the film has been performing steadily, as per trade analyst Taran Adarsh, and is holding strong on reduced ticket rates on weekdays. The film’s domestic collection as of now stands at ?7.33 crore.
“Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway” has proven to be a film that can connect with audiences worldwide and is a testament to the power of a well-made content-driven film. If you haven’t watched it yet, this is the sign!
Also read: Sagarika Bhattacharya’s Emotional Reaction To Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway
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