Haunted 3D: Echoes Of The Past has already secured its place among the surprise success stories of the year. When the film arrived in theatres, expectations were limited, especially considering the mixed response to many horror releases in recent years. However, the Vikram Bhatt directorial managed to exceed projections during its opening week and emerged as a profitable venture at the Indian box office. The goodwill of the original Haunted 3D, coupled with the appeal of the horror genre, helped the film attract audiences despite receiving mixed-to-negative reviews.
After such an encouraging start, hopes were high that the film would maintain decent momentum during its second weekend as well. Unfortunately, the latest trend suggests otherwise. While the movie continues to add numbers to its tally, the pace has slowed considerably. The release of Cocktail 2 has significantly altered the theatrical landscape, taking away a substantial number of screens and shows that were previously contributing to Haunted 3D’s collections.
The good news for the makers is that the film has already emerged as a success and entered the profit zone. The disappointing part is that it now appears headed for a lifetime total that is well below the expectations generated after its opening week. The second weekend numbers clearly indicate that the momentum has weakened considerably.
Haunted 3D Echoes Of The Past Weekend 2 Collection
The horror thriller witnessed only limited growth during its second weekend. While Sunday did register a slight jump over Saturday, the increase was not enough to significantly boost the film’s overall trajectory.
According to estimates, Haunted 3D: Echoes Of The Past earned ₹55 lakh on its second Sunday, Day 10. Compared to Day 9’s ₹50 lakh, the film witnessed a modest growth of around 10%. With this, the total India net collection has reached ₹17.45 crore, while the India gross collection stands at approximately ₹20.59 crore.
The numbers confirm that the film is still attracting audiences, but the pace is much slower than what was witnessed during the opening week. As things stand, the horror thriller is now likely to finish its theatrical run around the ₹20 crore net mark or slightly higher.
The box office journey of Haunted 3D: Echoes Of The Past reflects a strong opening weekend followed by a gradual slowdown during the second week.
| Day | India Net | India Gross | Worldwide Gross |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | ₹2.50 Cr | ₹2.95 Cr | ₹2.95 Cr |
| Day 2 | ₹3.25 Cr | ₹3.84 Cr | ₹3.84 Cr |
| Day 3 | ₹3.60 Cr | ₹4.25 Cr | ₹4.25 Cr |
| Day 4 | ₹2.00 Cr | ₹2.36 Cr | ₹2.36 Cr |
| Day 5 | ₹2.00 Cr | ₹2.36 Cr | ₹2.36 Cr |
| Day 6 | ₹1.40 Cr | ₹1.65 Cr | ₹1.65 Cr |
| Day 7 | ₹1.15 Cr | ₹1.36 Cr | ₹1.36 Cr |
| Day 8 | ₹0.50 Cr | ₹0.59 Cr | ₹0.59 Cr |
| Day 9 | ₹0.50 Cr | ₹0.59 Cr | ₹0.59 Cr |
| Day 10 | ₹0.55 Cr | ₹0.64 Cr | ₹0.64 Cr |
| Total | ₹17.45 Cr | ₹20.59 Cr | ₹20.59 Cr |
The film enjoyed an excellent opening weekend and successfully crossed its production budget during the first week. However, collections began to decline once newer releases entered the marketplace and screen availability reduced.
Despite the slowdown, the overall trend remains respectable considering the film’s scale and expectations before release.
Suffers A Brutal Decline In The Second Weekend
The second weekend figures paint a challenging picture. Haunted 3D: Echoes Of The Past earned ₹50 lakh on the second Friday, Day 8. The collection remained unchanged on Saturday, Day 9, with another ₹50 lakh coming in. On Sunday, Day 10, the film added ₹55 lakh to its tally.
As a result, the total second weekend collection stood at only ₹1.55 crore. Compared to the opening weekend total of ₹9.35 crore, the second weekend witnessed a massive decline of 83.42%. Such a sharp drop indicates that the film has exhausted a large portion of its target audience and is now operating with limited momentum.
While second-weekend declines are expected for most films, the magnitude of this fall is significant and highlights the impact of new competition.
Cocktail 2 Has Changed The Game
One of the biggest reasons behind the decline is the arrival of Cocktail 2. The Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna starrer has emerged as the preferred choice for multiplex audiences, resulting in a substantial reduction in screens and show counts for Haunted 3D: Echoes Of The Past.
During its release week, Haunted 3D managed to outperform its direct competitors and emerged as the winner among the four films released simultaneously Governor: The Silent Saviour, Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata, and Main Vaapas Aaunga. However, the arrival of a strong mainstream entertainer in its second week changed the scenario dramatically.
With fewer screens available and audience attention shifting towards Cocktail 2, the horror thriller has struggled to maintain the momentum it built during the opening week.
Still A Success Story At The Box Office
Despite the decline, Haunted 3D: Echoes Of The Past remains a success. The film was reportedly made on a controlled budget of ₹15 crore. With collections now reaching ₹17.45 crore net, it has comfortably recovered its investment and entered the profit zone.
This achievement is noteworthy because the film arrived with relatively low expectations. Many industry observers expected it to struggle against bigger releases, but it managed to carve out its own space and generate healthy returns. The success also reinforces the continued viability of horror films when supported by strong branding and audience familiarity.
Falls Short Of Its Predecessor
While the film has achieved a success verdict, it is unlikely to match the lifetime performance of the original Haunted 3D. The 2011 film concluded its run with approximately ₹27 crore net at the Indian box office. Based on current trends, Haunted 3D: Echoes Of The Past is expected to finish well below that figure.
The sequel has already secured profitability, but it appears that it will not be able to replicate the long-term box office endurance of its predecessor.
More About Haunted 3D Echoes Of The Past
Haunted 3D: Echoes Of The Past is directed by Vikram Bhatt and produced by Anand Pandit and Rakesh Juneja. The film is co-produced by Roopa Pandit, Rahul V Dubey, Dilip S. Jaiswal, Sanjay Ramesh Singh, and Manish Bhushan Mishra.
The cast includes Mimoh Chakraborty, Chetna Pande, Shruti Prakash, Praneet Bhatt, and Hemant Pandey in key roles. Made on a reported budget of ₹15 crore, the film has emerged as one of the more profitable horror releases of recent times.
Budget, Profit And Verdict
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Budget | ₹15 Crore |
| India Net Collection | ₹17.45 Crore |
| Profit | ₹2.45 Crore |
| ROI | 16.33% |
| Verdict | Success |
Final Verdict
Haunted 3D: Echoes Of The Past continues to add to its box office total, but the momentum has clearly slowed during the second weekend. The film managed only a modest increase on Sunday and suffered a steep decline compared to its opening weekend. While Cocktail 2 has significantly impacted its theatrical run, the horror thriller has already achieved what matters most — a success verdict. Even if it finishes below the lifetime total of the original Haunted 3D, the film will still be remembered as one of the surprise box office success stories of the year.
Disclaimer: Box office figures mentioned in this article are subjective trade estimates compiled from various industry sources. The data is for informative purpose, and total may change as official studio data is updated or as additional international market reports are finalized.
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