Vin Diesel’s Fast X Roars Towards Rs 100-Crore Club, Crosses $500-Million Mark Worldwide
Vin Diesel’s latest blockbuster, Fast X, is accelerating towards the prestigious Rs 100-crore club at the Indian box office. The action-packed film has already garnered an impressive Rs 93.9 crore nett within just 11 days since its release on May 18, according to box office records. Not only is Fast X dominating the Indian market, but it has also revved past the USD 500-million milestone globally.
Directed by the talented Louis Leterrier, the tenth installment of the adrenaline-fueled Fast and Furious franchise raced ahead with Rs 3.3 crore nett on its second Friday, followed by a hefty Rs 10.9 crore nett over the second weekend. Joining Vin Diesel in this high-octane ride are celebrated stars such as Jason Momoa, Michelle Rodriguez, Sung Kang, John Cena, Brie Larson, and Hellen Mirren, who deliver captivating performances that have enthralled audiences.
The high-octane action thriller has not only been a box office triumph in India but has also ignited international theaters, amassing a staggering USD 512.9 million worldwide. With USD 112.9 million from the US box office and a substantial USD 399.3 million internationally, Fast X has solidified its status as the fifth film in the franchise to surpass the USD 500-million milestone.
Fast X now secures its position as the third-highest grossing movie of 2023 on a global scale, with only two films ahead. The enchanting Super Mario Bros. Movie sits comfortably in first place with an astounding USD 1.278 billion, closely followed by Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, which has soared to an impressive USD 723 million.
Meanwhile, Walt Disney Pictures’ The Little Mermaid, which made its splash on May 26, has already made a wave at the box office, amassing USD 185.8 million globally during its opening weekend. The captivating live-action musical garnered USD 117.5 million in the US market and an additional USD 68.3 million internationally. Surprisingly, even in India, the magical tale managed to charm audiences, collecting nearly Rs 3.3 crore nett during the same period.
With Fast X’s undeniable success and The Little Mermaid making waves of its own, it is an exciting time for moviegoers worldwide as they embrace these thrilling cinematic experiences.