The Conjuring: Last Rites Dominates Box Office Buzz, Ahead of Baaghi 4 & Bengal Files
Story Overview
The Conjuring: Last Rites, the much-awaited final chapter in the iconic horror franchise, is set to take charge at the Indian box office. Early reports reveal that its advance ticket sales have already surpassed big Indian releases such as Baaghi 4 and The Bengal Files, as per Sacnilk. Directed by Michael Chaves, who previously helmed installments in the series, the film is gearing up for a spectacular opening this weekend.
Record-Breaking Ticket Sales
The Conjuring: Last Rites has shattered records to become the highest-selling horror film in Indian cinema history through advance bookings. Reports suggest the film has sold over 3,00,000 tickets, with nearly 2,00,000 from top multiplex chains. On BookMyShow alone, sales have already crossed 2,25,000, expected to surpass the previous benchmark of Mission Impossible (2,50,000 tickets).
Box Office Predictions
Industry trackers project that Last Rites could open with ₹15 crore to ₹20 crore across all formats, comfortably overtaking Fast X (₹11.9 crore) as one of the strongest Hollywood openings in India. To heighten anticipation, the studio arranged late-night paid previews on Thursday (11:30 PM & 11:59 PM), which reportedly received an encouraging response.
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Domestic Competition
Despite its strong momentum, The Conjuring: Last Rites faces direct competition from two Bollywood releases. Tiger Shroff’s Baaghi 4 has secured ₹8.47 crore in advance bookings (including blocked seats) and is projected to open in the ₹12–13 crore net range on Day 1. Meanwhile, the politically charged drama The Bengal Files has recorded ₹1.23 crore in pre-sales.
International Box Office Buzz
Globally, the horror franchise finale is tracking a spectacular debut. Industry estimates place the opening weekend between $50–55 million, while Warner Bros. has issued a conservative forecast of $35 million. Across 66 international territories, the film is expected to gross another $50 million, potentially pushing its worldwide opening above $100 million.
With a $55 million budget and starring fan favorites Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga, The Conjuring: Last Rites is positioned to be both a commercial juggernaut and a historic high point for the franchise.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – The Conjuring: Last Rites
Q1. What is The Conjuring: Last Rites about?
It is the final installment of the Conjuring horror franchise, directed by Michael Chaves, featuring Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga in their iconic roles.
Q2. Who directed The Conjuring: Last Rites?
The film is directed by Michael Chaves, who also directed The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It and The Curse of La Llorona.
Q3. Is The Conjuring: Last Rites the last film in the franchise?
Yes, it is confirmed to be the concluding chapter of the main Conjuring series.
Q4. When is The Conjuring: Last Rites releasing in India?
It releases this weekend with late-night paid previews scheduled for Thursday.
Q5. How many tickets has Last Rites sold in advance bookings in India?
Over 3,00,000 tickets, including 2,00,000 from multiplex chains, making it a record-breaking horror release.
Q6. How did it perform on BookMyShow?
Ticket sales on BookMyShow alone crossed 2,25,000, surpassing Mission Impossible’s 2,50,000 benchmark.
Q7. How much is the expected Day 1 collection in India?
Industry trackers predict a ₹15–20 crore gross across all formats.
Q8. Will it beat Fast X’s opening in India?
Yes, early estimates suggest it will comfortably overtake Fast X’s opening of ₹11.9 crore.
Q9. Did the movie have special preview shows?
Yes, paid previews were held on Thursday at 11:30 PM and 11:59 PM, receiving strong response.
Q10. What Bollywood films are competing with it?
It faces competition from Tiger Shroff’s Baaghi 4 and the political drama The Bengal Files.
Q11. How much advance booking did Baaghi 4 secure?
Baaghi 4 booked around ₹8.47 crore (including blocked seats) and is eyeing a ₹12–13 crore net opening.
Q12. How much did The Bengal Files earn in advance bookings?
It recorded approximately ₹1.23 crore in pre-sales.
Q13. What are the international box office predictions for Last Rites?
Estimates suggest a $50–55 million opening weekend, though Warner Bros. conservatively projects $35 million.
Q14. How many territories is it releasing in?
The film is releasing across 66 international territories.
Q15. What is the worldwide opening weekend prediction?
It could cross $100 million globally in its first weekend.
Q16. What is the film’s budget?
The budget is reported to be $55 million.
Q17. Who are the lead actors in the film?
Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga return as paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren.
Q18. Why is The Conjuring: Last Rites special?
It is the final chapter of the main Conjuring series, closing one of the most successful horror franchises in history.
Q19. Is the film part of The Conjuring Universe?
Yes, it is a direct continuation of The Conjuring series and part of The Conjuring Universe.
Q20. Will there be spinoffs after this?
While this is the last Conjuring film, Warner Bros. may continue with spinoffs like The Nun or Annabelle.
Q21. How successful has the Conjuring franchise been overall?
Globally, the franchise has grossed over $2 billion, making it the highest-grossing horror franchise in history.
Q22. Which was the previous film in the series?
The last mainline entry was The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021).
Q23. How has fan response been so far?
Advance bookings and late-night preview shows have received very positive response, boosting expectations.
Q24. Is the movie dubbed in Indian languages?
Yes, it is releasing in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu versions.
Q25. How long is the runtime of The Conjuring: Last Rites?
The runtime is expected to be around 2 hours 10 minutes (official confirmation awaited).
Q26. Where can I buy tickets in India?
Tickets are available on BookMyShow, Paytm, and local multiplex apps.
Q27. Is Last Rites suitable for family audiences?
It carries an ‘A’ (Adults Only) certification due to intense horror sequences.
Q28. Could the Eid-e-Milad holiday affect collections?
Yes, the holiday may boost evening and night occupancy in India.
Q29. Will Last Rites release on OTT?
Yes, but only after its theatrical run. The OTT platform is yet to be officially confirmed.
Q30. What makes The Conjuring: Last Rites stand out from previous films?
Apart from being the finale, it combines record-breaking ticket sales, global anticipation, and fan-favorite performances, setting it apart as one of the biggest horror releases in cinema history.
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