“The Buckingham Murders,” starring Kareena Kapoor Khan and directed by Hansal Mehta, had a modest box office debut. Released with high expectations, this film marks Kareena Kapoor Khan’s debut as a producer, in collaboration with Ektaa R. Kapoor’s Balaji Motion Pictures.
The Buckingham Murders Box Office & Occupancy
The film earned an estimated ₹3.10 crore net in India over its first two days. However, its third day saw a slight improvement, with earnings of around ₹2.50 crore net across all languages. Despite the initial slow start, the film showed some promise with an overall 18.80% occupancy rate in Hindi theaters on Sunday, September 15, 2024.
On its third day, “The Buckingham Murders” displayed varied occupancy rates throughout the day. Morning shows had a low turnout, with only 6.03% occupancy. This improved in the afternoon, reaching 20.21%, and further increased during the evening shows, which saw a peak occupancy of 28.05%. The night shows maintained a steady 20.89%. This gradual increase in audience interest suggests that the film might be gaining traction, potentially due to positive word-of-mouth and the star power of Kareena Kapoor Khan.
Stiff Competition from Tumbbad
The film faced stiff competition from the re-release of “Tumbbad,” a horror-drama starring Sohum Shah. “Tumbbad” had a strong start, earning ₹1.65 crore on its first day of re-release, followed by ₹2.65 crore on the second day, bringing its two-day net total to ₹4.30 crore. The success of “Tumbbad” suggests it is likely to outperform “The Buckingham Murders” over the opening weekend, drawing considerable attention from horror enthusiasts and affecting the latter’s box office performance.
Future Prospects for The Buckingham Murders
Despite the film’s slow initial performance, “The Buckingham Murders” has potential for improvement in the coming days. The film’s engaging storyline and Kareena Kapoor Khan’s dual role as actress and producer could help boost viewer interest. As the week progresses, the film might see increased traction, particularly in multiplexes and urban centers. Meanwhile, the successful re-release of “Tumbbad” underscores the diverse preferences of Indian cinema audiences and highlights the competitive nature of the current box office landscape.