Doraemon: Castle of the Undersea Devil collected Rs 2.60 crore on its second day at the Indian box office, a drop of just 10% from the opening-day number, according to trade estimates collated by PINKVILLA. The two-day running total now stands at Rs 5.50 crore.
The hold is the story. A 10% fall on Day 2 suggests the film is not purely a fan-driven, front-loaded release. It is finding family and repeat audiences, and for a Japanese anime title in India that is a meaningful signal.
Why a 10% drop matters
A small Day 2 decline usually means word of mouth is stable and occasional moviegoers are joining the core fan base. Anime films in India often open modestly and fade; this one is holding.
- Day 2 collections: Rs 2.60 crore
- Drop from Day 1: 10%
- Two-day cume: Rs 5.50 crore
- Opening weekend estimate: Rs 8-9 crore
- Previous franchise norm: around Rs 5 crore gross
The franchise ceiling is moving
The Doraemon films have consistently drawn a dedicated audience in India, but they have traditionally landed near Rs 5 crore gross. Castle of the Undersea Devil is now expected to deliver Rs 8-9 crore in its opening weekend alone. If that holds, the film will set a new high for the franchise in India.
That re-rates the potential for theatrical anime. For media planners and streaming buyers, a reliable family title that can out-gross its predecessors is evidence of under-served demand rather than a one-off curiosity.
What to watch next
The weekend target is a trade estimate, not a certified number, so the real confirmation will be Monday’s hold. If the film retains a meaningful chunk of its audience after the weekend, the franchise-best outcome moves from likely to locked.
Source: PINKVILLA
