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The hugely anticipated 23rd Bond film Skyfall, starring Daniel Craig and Oscar-winner Javier Bardem, has posted a gross of Rs. 27.5 crore approximately in its four-day opening weekend in India.
This makes it the second biggest opening weekend ever for a Hollywood film in India and the
Sony Pictures India released the film on November 1 with 907 prints (the largest 2D Hollywood release ever) in four languages – English, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu - and in 2D and IMAX formats.
The film's weekend had the best opening for a Bond film in India so far, exceeding other big box office performers Quantum of Solace (2008) and Casino Royale (2006).
Both the films posted lifetime Gross box office (GBO) of Rs. 44.4 crore and Rs. 40.3 crore respectively.
Skyfall also posted the biggest ever Thursday opening for any Hollywood title with Rs. 6.5 crore.
"Skyfall" has not only continued India's fascination with the James Bond franchise, but also expanded it. Extremely positive reviews and word-of-mouth will ensure that the film has a long and successful run at the box office and will garner repeat viewings as well," said Kercy Daruwala, MD, Sony Pictures India.
Directed by Sam Mendes, the film stars Daniel Craig as Bond, Judi Dench as M, Javier Bardem, Ralph Fiennes, Naomie Harris and Berenice Lim Marlohe.
Earlier this year, Sony Pictures India had the number 1 Hollywood opening weekend of all time with The Amazing Spider-Man (3D) and another top 15 opening weekend in Men In Black 3 (3D).
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Skyfall sets several new records in UK
James Bond is always bound to make a splash on his home turf, the UK. Skyfall proves it once again, after recording the best first week start in British history. The movie led by Daniel Craig netted £37.2M (€46.4M) by the end of its first week of screening, according to The Hollywood Repoter. SCORER SKYFALL
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Skyfall has taken more in its opening weekend at the British box office than any previous James Bond film, say producers.
Starring Daniel Craig as 007 for a third time, Skyfall has made £20.1 million ($32.2 million, 25.0 million euros) in Britain and Ireland since opening in both countries on Friday, according to a statement on its website. BLOCKBUSTER BOND
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The hugely anticipated 23rd Bond film Skyfall, starring Daniel Craig and Oscar-winner Javier Bardem, has posted a gross of Rs. 27.5 crore approximately in its four-day opening weekend in India.
This makes it the second biggest opening weekend ever for a Hollywood film in India and the
Sony Pictures India released the film on November 1 with 907 prints (the largest 2D Hollywood release ever) in four languages – English, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu - and in 2D and IMAX formats.
The film's weekend had the best opening for a Bond film in India so far, exceeding other big box office performers Quantum of Solace (2008) and Casino Royale (2006).
Both the films posted lifetime Gross box office (GBO) of Rs. 44.4 crore and Rs. 40.3 crore respectively.
Skyfall also posted the biggest ever Thursday opening for any Hollywood title with Rs. 6.5 crore.
"Skyfall" has not only continued India's fascination with the James Bond franchise, but also expanded it. Extremely positive reviews and word-of-mouth will ensure that the film has a long and successful run at the box office and will garner repeat viewings as well," said Kercy Daruwala, MD, Sony Pictures India.
Directed by Sam Mendes, the film stars Daniel Craig as Bond, Judi Dench as M, Javier Bardem, Ralph Fiennes, Naomie Harris and Berenice Lim Marlohe.
Earlier this year, Sony Pictures India had the number 1 Hollywood opening weekend of all time with The Amazing Spider-Man (3D) and another top 15 opening weekend in Men In Black 3 (3D).
MORE ON SKYFALL
Skyfall sets several new records in UK
James Bond is always bound to make a splash on his home turf, the UK. Skyfall proves it once again, after recording the best first week start in British history. The movie led by Daniel Craig netted £37.2M (€46.4M) by the end of its first week of screening, according to The Hollywood Repoter. SCORER SKYFALL
BLOCKBUSTER 007: Skyfall's opening bigger than any James Bond yet
Skyfall has taken more in its opening weekend at the British box office than any previous James Bond film, say producers.
Starring Daniel Craig as 007 for a third time, Skyfall has made £20.1 million ($32.2 million, 25.0 million euros) in Britain and Ireland since opening in both countries on Friday, according to a statement on its website. BLOCKBUSTER BOND
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