Captain America Brave New World Day 2 India Box Office Trends: Marvel's superhero flick shows concerning signs after below average opening

Captain America: Brave New World sees weak growth on Day 2 in India, raising concerns about its long-term box office prospects. It has taken a strong domestic opening, though.

Written by Seema Sinha , Entertainment Journalist

Updated on Feb 15, 2025 | 12:54 PM IST | 27.3K

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Marvel Studios’ latest superhero film, Captain America: Brave New World, had an underwhelming start of Rs 4.25 crore at the Indian box office on February 14. Despite the strong legacy of the superhero franchise, the film’s opening numbers have fallen short of expectations.

Day 2 trends suggest that the struggle is likely to continue with little to no significant growth in collections. The film’s performance in the country indicates a lack of enthusiasm among audiences, which could be due to factors like mixed early reactions or superhero genre fatigue.

The film, directed by Julius Onah, marks Anthony Mackie’s first solo outing as Captain America following the departure of Chris Evans from the role. The plot follows Sam Wilson as he navigates new responsibilities while facing global threats that challenge both his leadership skills and Steve Rogers' legacy. Alongside Mackie, the cast includes Harrison Ford as Thaddeus ‘Thunderbolt’ Ross, Danny Ramirez as Joaquin Torres, and Liv Tyler reprising her role as Betty Ross. The film was expected to capitalize on the loyal Marvel fanbase in India, but early numbers suggest that audiences have not turned out in large numbers as anticipated.

Interestingly, Captain America: Brave New World is performing much better in the domestic market, where it has had a strong opening despite the aforementioned mixed reviews. The extended Valentine’s Day weekend is proving beneficial for the offering, and it is on track to gross over USD 100 million during the period. This highlights the continued dominance of the Marvel brand in North America, even as global audiences appear to be more selective with their superhero movie choices.

One possible reason for the lukewarm response in India could be better alternative options for moviegoers this weekend, with audiences showing a stronger inclination toward native offerings like Chhaava and Sanam Teri Kasam. While the former boasts patriotic appeal, the latter holds nostalgic allure.

Additionally, the film’s marketing campaign in India wasn’t as aggressive as previous Marvel releases.

Brave New World needs a major turnaround in India if it hopes to retain theater screens. The coming days will determine whether the film can gain traction or continue to struggle, making it one of the most disappointing Marvel offerings in recent times.