Bollywood’s beloved storyteller Anurag Basu is back with his signature style in Metro In Dino, the spiritual successor to his 2007 cult classic Life In A Metro. But does lightning strike twice? Let’s dive into the opening day numbers, audience reactions, and what the future holds for this urban romance anthology.
First Day Collections: Slow Start But Hope Lives On
The film opened to ₹3-3.5 crore on Day 1 – decent by 2007 standards (when Life In A Metro collected ₹80 lakhs) but modest in today’s box office climate where big films routinely cross ₹10-20 crore on opening day.
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- Morning shows saw 18% occupancy
- Evening/night shows jumped to 31%
- Urban centers driving ticket sales
Star Power vs. Story Power
Boasting an ensemble cast including:
🔥 Aditya Roy Kapur and Sara Ali Khan as the millennial couple
💔 Konkona Sen Sharma and Ali Fazal in a mature romance
🎭 Pankaj Tripathi stealing scenes with his signature charm
The film weaves four interconnected love stories across Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, and Bengaluru. While Pritam’s music hasn’t created the same buzz as the original Metro, early viewers are praising the authentic portrayal of modern relationships.
Budget Breakdown & Break-Even Target
💰 Total Budget: ₹100 crore
📽️ Production Cost: ₹85 crore
📢 Promotions: ₹15 crore
To be declared a hit, the film needs to cross ₹75 crore – a challenging but achievable target if word-of-mouth kicks in this weekend.
And it’s done!!! #MetroInDino Now In Cinemas!❤️@basuanurag pic.twitter.com/ii425UYjnY
— Pritam (@ipritamofficial) July 4, 2025
Box Office Battleground
The film faces stiff competition from:
🦖 Jurassic World: Rebirth (₹9-11 crore opening day)
🌟 Aamir Khan’s Sitare Zameen Par
But here’s the silver lining – audience reactions are largely positive:
“Sara’s best performance yet!” – @FilmBuff_Rahul
“Pankaj Tripathi romancing is everything we didn’t know we needed!” – @CinemaChori
What’s Next?
All eyes are on the weekend numbers. If the film follows Life In A Metro‘s trajectory (which grew through word-of-mouth to ₹24 crore lifetime), Basu might just have another sleeper hit on his hands.
Final Verdict:
While the opening may disappoint trade analysts, this is exactly the kind of film that could surprise everyone with strong legs. For those who loved Life In A Metro or enjoy nuanced urban dramas, Metro In Dino might just be your perfect weekend watch.
Now showing in theaters nationwide. Will you be catching it this weekend?
Pro Tip: Stay through the credits for a special callback to the original Metro that longtime fans will appreciate!
Box Office Prediction: If weekend collections cross ₹15 crore, this could be another Basu classic in the making.
