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Godzilla Minus Zero Beats Ramayana in the US, Takes Global Box-Office Crown
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What Happened?
Godzilla Minus Zero opened with $63 million globally, surpassing India's Ramayana, which earned $12.2 million in its extended opening weekend. The Japanese film outperformed Ramayana significantly in North America.
Key points
- Godzilla Minus Zero earned $63 million globally during its opening weekend.
- Ramayana earned $12.2 million in its extended opening weekend.
- In North America, Godzilla Minus Zero collected $31.6 million.
- Ramayana had the widest US release for an Indian film but finished fifth.
- Godzilla Minus Zero was made on a budget of $19 million, while Ramayana cost around $210 million.
Key insights
- The strong performance of Godzilla Minus Zero may influence future international releases from Japan.
- Ramayana's significant budget indicates the high stakes involved in Indian cinema.
- The contrasting box office results could affect future collaborations between Indian and Japanese filmmakers.
Why it matters
The success of Godzilla Minus Zero highlights the competitive landscape of global cinema.
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Godzilla Minus Zero· MovieRamayana· MovieTakashi Yamazaki· PersonNorth America· LocationJapan· CountryIndia· Country
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India Today
