Sky Force Soars: Akshay Kumar’s Post-Covid Box Office Triumph

Sky Force Soars: Akshay Kumar’s Post-Covid Box Office Triumph

Akshay Kumar’s latest action-drama Sky Force has taken the box office by storm, crossing the ₹80 crore mark domestically within six days of its release. The film has not only outperformed expectations but has also surpassed the worldwide total of Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, marking a significant comeback for the Bollywood superstar after a string of underperforming films.

Box Office Journey

Sky Force opened strong with ₹12.15 crore on its first day and saw a substantial boost over the weekend, collecting ₹22 crore on Saturday and ₹28 crore on Sunday. This impressive start brought the three-day total to approximately ₹62.25 crore. While weekday collections have slowed, averaging between ₹5-7 crore per day, the film has maintained a steady performance.

By the end of its sixth day, Sky Force had amassed an estimated ₹80.75 crore at the domestic box office. This puts it on track to potentially become the first Bollywood film of 2025 to breach the ₹100 crore mark, though competition from upcoming releases may impact its long-term prospects.

Industry Pulse

The success of Sky Force marks a significant turnaround for Akshay Kumar, who had faced a series of box office disappointments in recent years. The film has already achieved several milestones for the actor in the post-COVID era:

1. It’s now Akshay Kumar’s third highest-grossing film post-COVID, behind only Sooryavanshi (₹195.04 crore) and OMG 2 (₹150 crore).

2. Sky Force has become Akshay’s second highest-grossing ‘deshbhakti’ (patriotic) film post-COVID, surpassing Bade Miyan Chote Miyan.

3. The film delivered the third biggest opener for Akshay Kumar post-COVID, with ₹15.3 crore on its first day.

Notably, Sky Force has already surpassed the ₹100 crore milestone in worldwide gross collections, achieving this feat in just four days. This performance is particularly impressive given the film’s release timing and the competitive landscape of the Bollywood box office.

Key Takeaways of News

• Sky Force has crossed ₹80 crore domestically in six days, signaling a strong comeback for Akshay Kumar after recent box office struggles.
• The film has outperformed Bade Miyan Chote Miyan in worldwide collections, showcasing its appeal both in India and overseas markets.
• Sky Force faces upcoming competition from Shahid Kapoor’s Deva, which may impact its ability to reach the ₹100 crore domestic mark in its first week.
• The success of Sky Force has reignited Akshay Kumar’s box office power, particularly in the patriotic film genre.
• This performance sets a positive tone for Bollywood in 2025, potentially becoming the year’s first ₹100 crore domestic grosser if momentum continues.