The India run of Project Hail Mary is shaping into a notable box office story that blends limited availability with strong audience demand. The film is steadily gaining attention despite facing intense competition from Dhurandhar 2 across major markets.
Released in India on March 26, Project Hail Mary arrived later than its global debut. It entered theatres under pressure from Dhurandhar 2, which continues to dominate screens nationwide and holds a significant share of premium formats, including IMAX.
Dhurandhar 2 has managed to secure a majority of IMAX screens, even though the film was not originally designed for that format. This has resulted in Project Hail Mary receiving only a limited number of IMAX shows, far fewer than expected for a film of its scale.
Despite the restricted access, audience turnout has been impressive. IMAX screenings have reported strong occupancy across multiple cities. Early morning and late night shows, including those scheduled around 3:45 am and 6:30 am in cities like Mumbai and Bengaluru, have consistently drawn full houses.
The number of shows has also increased over time. What began as a small set of screenings has expanded into dozens of shows over the weekend. This growth reflects how demand from viewers has pushed exhibitors to adjust and accommodate more screenings.
The situation highlights an interesting contrast in the market. Dhurandhar 2 continues to lead with wide reach and strong positioning, while Project Hail Mary is gradually building momentum through audience curiosity and positive word of mouth rather than large scale promotional hype.
On the global stage, Project Hail Mary has already crossed the 250 million dollar mark. It has emerged as the biggest opener for a standalone film since Oppenheimer, which adds further context to its performance and growing appeal in India as well.
Even with limited IMAX exposure, Project Hail Mary is finding its audience. The steady demand suggests that viewers continue to seek varied cinematic experiences, and that strong content can still attract attention in a highly competitive theatrical landscape.
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