Housefull 5 Day 1 Collection: Akshay Kumar's Comedy Sequel Opens Strong With ₹23 Crore

Released on June 6, 2025, the much-awaited comedy film ‘Housefull 5’ kicked off with an impressive start, collecting ₹23 crore on its opening day. This marks a better debut than both 'Housefull 4' and Akshay Kumar's earlier 2025 release, ‘Sky Force’.

Double Endings, Double Fun
The film, directed by Tarun Mansukhani, hit theatres in two versions – Housefull 5A and Housefull 5B – each offering a different ending. This unique release strategy, combined with Akshay Kumar’s return to slapstick comedy, added to the film’s buzz and drew audiences in.

Box Office Comparison
‘Housefull 5’ surpassed the ₹19.08 crore opening day earnings of Housefull 4 (2019) and beat the ₹11.50 crore first-day total of Sky Force, another Akshay starrer from earlier this year. The movie opened with a solid ₹23 crore, cementing a promising start at the box office.

Occupancy Trends
The movie recorded an average 28.88% occupancy on Friday. The highest footfall was noted during the night shows:

• Morning: 13.86%

• Afternoon: 28.00%

• Evening: 28.01%

• Night: 45.65%

Star-Studded Cast and Intriguing Plot
The cast features familiar faces including Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, Fardeen Khan, Sonam Bajwa, Nargis Fakhri, Jacqueline Fernandez, Nana Patekar, Johny Lever, and more. The film unfolds aboard a luxurious cruise ship where a murder occurs after a wealthy tycoon named Ranjeet declares his heir. The twist? There are three men named Jolly—played by Akshay, Riteish, and Abhishek—each accompanied by a suspicious girlfriend.

Mixed Reviews, Strong Numbers
While the film received a blend of critical responses, its box office performance suggests strong audience interest, largely driven by the franchise’s popularity and Akshay Kumar’s comedic charm.

Final Thoughts
With a gripping whodunit narrative wrapped in typical Housefull madness, ‘Housefull 5’ has managed to leave an impact right from day one. Whether version A or B, the film has clearly delivered laughs—and numbers.

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