The highly anticipated The Conjuring: Last Rites, the fourth chapter in the blockbuster horror franchise, released worldwide on September 5, 2025. The film has taken a spectacular start at the box office, especially in India, where it recorded the biggest-ever opening for a horror film.
Day 1 Snapshot – India
- India Net Collection: ~₹17–18 Crore
- India Gross Collection: ~₹21 Crore (including midnight shows)
- Occupancy: 61% English, ~50% Hindi, 4DX near 100% in metro cities
- Advance Ticket Sales: 2.27 lakh tickets, highest pre-sales for Hollywood in India 2025
Worldwide Box Office – Day 1
Globally, the film collected an estimated $65 Million on Day 1, including ~$30 Million earned on Friday alone (with Thursday previews). Major contributions came from North America, UK, Australia, and India.
Previous Conjuring Series – India Box Office
- The Conjuring (2013): ~₹22 Crore (Lifetime India)
- The Conjuring 2 (2016): ~₹61 Crore (Lifetime India)
- The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021): ~₹24 Crore (Lifetime India, released during COVID restrictions)
Compared to these, The Conjuring: Last Rites has already achieved a record-smashing Day 1 (~₹18 Crore), putting it on track to become the franchise’s highest-grossing film in India.
Competition in India
Even with stiff competition, the film dominated: - Baaghi 4: ~₹12 Crore - The Bengal Files: ~₹1.75 Crore
Audience & Critical Response
Fans and critics praised the performances of Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga, the darker storyline, and expertly crafted jump scares. Strong word of mouth is expected to boost collections over the weekend.
Early Verdict
With ~₹18 Crore on Day 1 in India and a $65 Million worldwide debut, The Conjuring: Last Rites is off to a blockbuster start. India continues to prove itself as one of the franchise’s strongest markets, and this release has already outperformed all previous entries.
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