Ramayana makes history topping UK box office ahead of Godzilla Minus One
Sony's animated mythological film 'Ramayana: Rise of a Legend' has become the first Indian movie ever to debut at number one at the UK and Ireland box office, per Variety. It earned £2.1 million in its opening frame.
This achievement surpasses the previous high point for Indian cinema in the region, which was a second-place finish shared by several films including 'RRR', 'Pathaan', and 'Jawan'.
Disney's 'Wild Horse Nine' landed in second place with $1.9 million. Anime Ltd.'s release of 'Godzilla Minus Zero' roared into third with a $1.8 million debut.
The previous week's chart-topper, Black Bear's period comedy 'Wicker', fell to fourth place, adding $1.5 million to bring its total haul to $5.7 million. Universal's 'George Michael: The Faith Tour' concert film rounded out the top five with a $1.3 million opening.
