Akshay Kumar’s latest comedy blockbuster, Housefull 5, has officially crossed the ₹150 crore mark at the Indian box office by its 10th day (Second Sunday). Released on June 6, 2025, the film continues to attract large audiences with its signature blend of slapstick humor, star-studded cast, and outrageous plot twists.
Box Office Performance So Far
According to industry tracker Sacnilk, Housefull 5 collected ₹11 crore on Day 10 (June 15), pushing its total domestic box office tally to ₹153.75 crore. The film saw a 23.93% overall Hindi occupancy, with evening shows performing the best at 35.29%, followed by afternoon slots at 29.13%. Morning shows drew the least crowd with a 9.29% turnout.
Here’s a quick glance at the recent numbers:
- Day 8 (Friday): ₹6.60 crore
- Day 9 (Saturday): ₹10.22 crore
- Day 10 (Sunday): ₹11 crore
- Total so far: ₹153.75 crore
Trade analyst Taran Adarsh also confirmed the film’s consistent growth, hinting at a strong second-weekend hold.
Story and Star Power
Set aboard a luxurious cruise ship, Housefull 5 follows a bizarre and hilarious murder mystery. When billionaire Ranjeet is killed, three men — played by Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, and Riteish Deshmukh — claim to be his heir, “Jolly.” What unfolds is a whirlwind of mistaken identities, comic chaos, and unexpected twists.
Directed by Tarun Mansukhani, the film boasts an ensemble cast including:
- Sanjay Dutt
- Fardeen Khan
- Shreyas Talpade
- Nana Patekar
- Jackie Shroff
- Jacqueline Fernandez
- Nargis Fakhri
- Chunky Pandey
- Johnny Lever and many others.
Why Audiences Are Loving It
- Nostalgia: Loyal fans of the Housefull franchise are thrilled to see the original cast reunite.
- Larger-than-life scale: With a reported budget of ₹300 crore, the visuals, costumes, and production quality are top-notch.
- Comedy Done Right: From witty one-liners to classic slapstick, the film delivers laughs throughout.
Director’s Take: Why Part 5 Is Special
Director Tarun Mansukhani acknowledged that the first film in any franchise holds a nostalgic value that’s hard to top. But he hopes viewers will find Housefull 5 a refreshing and equally entertaining entry.
“The first experience of any film is like your first true love… But I can only hope you turn around and say that 5 was better than 1.” – Tarun Mansukhani
In a Nutshell
- Title: Housefull 5
- Release Date: June 6, 2025
- Day 10 Box Office Collection: ₹11 crore
- Total Collection: ₹153.75 crore
- Budget: ₹300 crore
- Genre: Comedy, Mystery
- Director: Tarun Mansukhani
- Producer: Sajid Nadiadwala (Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment)
