After nearly two decades since the cult classic Life in a… Metro (2007), director Anurag Basu returns with a modern spiritual sequel — Metro… In Dino. The film hit theatres on July 4, 2025, with an ensemble cast including Aditya Roy Kapur, Sara Ali Khan, Pankaj Tripathi, Konkona Sen Sharma, Neena Gupta, and Anupam Kher. The movie explores love, relationships, and urban chaos in a post-pandemic world, told through a series of interconnected stories — a narrative format Basu excels at.
While the film received a decent response from critics and drew attention from multiplex audiences, the big question was: how well did it perform at the box office?
Let’s break down Metro… In Dino’s day-wise box office collection, analyze the trends, and assess whether it lived up to its hype.
🎬 About the Film
- Title: Metro… In Dino
- Genre: Anthology, Drama, Romance
- Director: Anurag Basu
- Writer: Anurag Basu
- Music: Pritam
- Production House: T-Series & Anurag Basu Productions
- Release Date: July 4, 2025
- Language: Hindi
- Screens: ~1200 across India
- Certification: UA
The film is driven by slice-of-life storytelling with a strong emotional core, urban settings, and soulful music by Pritam, which has already topped the charts with tracks like Tere Bina and In Dino Reprise.
🗓️ Day-Wise Box Office Collection (India Net)
| Day | Collection (₹ Crore) | Growth/Drop |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 – Friday | ₹3.35 crore | – |
| Day 2 – Saturday | ₹6.00 crore | +79% |
| Day 3 – Sunday | ₹7.45 crore | +24% |
| Day 4 – Monday | ₹2.90 crore | -61% |
| Day 5 – Tuesday | ₹2.55 crore | -12% |
| Total (5 Days) | ₹22.25 crore |
📊 Day 1: Decent Start with Urban Pull
Despite being a niche genre film, Metro… In Dino managed to rake in approximately ₹3.35 crore on its opening day. It performed especially well in metros like Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Delhi-NCR, thanks to:
- Brand recall from Life in a… Metro
- A strong ensemble cast
- Urban relationship themes resonating with young professionals
However, mass circuits and single screens recorded minimal occupancy, which is expected from an anthology film.
📈 Day 2 & Day 3: Weekend Momentum Builds
The positive word-of-mouth and critic praise translated into a significant jump of 79% on Saturday, collecting around ₹6 crore. On Sunday, the film maintained its momentum and further climbed to ₹7.45 crore, its best-performing day.
This growth was driven by:
- High multiplex footfall in Tier-1 cities
- Audience appreciation for stories with emotional depth
- Strong performances from Pankaj Tripathi, Konkona Sen Sharma, and Neena Gupta
By the end of the weekend, the film collected ₹16.8 crore, a solid figure for an urban anthology.
📉 Day 4: Monday Dip, But Not a Crash
As expected, Monday saw a substantial drop of about 61%, bringing in ₹2.9 crore. Though the decline was steep, it’s typical for content-driven films after a strong weekend.
What worked in its favor:
- Continued word-of-mouth
- Corporate and working audiences
- Minimal competition from new releases
🔄 Day 5: Holds Steady on Tuesday
On its fifth day (Tuesday), the film collected around ₹2.55 crore, dropping just 12% from Monday. This was a good hold, indicating audience retention midweek — often a signal of a long run in theatres.
💬 Audience & Critical Reception
Critics have largely praised Metro… In Dino for its:
- Mature portrayal of modern relationships
- Engaging screenplay
- Subtle humor and emotional connect
- Standout performances by Pankaj Tripathi and Konkona Sen Sharma
However, some viewers found the pacing uneven and noted that a couple of story arcs felt underdeveloped.
IMDb rating: 7.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes (India): 81% Fresh
💰 Budget and Break-Even Point
- Estimated Budget (including marketing): ₹35 crore
- Breakeven Point (Theatrical): ₹28 crore (net India)
Given the current pace, the film is expected to hit breakeven by Thursday or Friday (Day 7–8) and move into profit thereafter with satellite, OTT, and music rights.
🔮 Prediction: Lifetime Collection Estimate
Depending on word-of-mouth sustainability and weekday drops, Metro… In Dino could finish its run with:
- Optimistic Estimate: ₹36–38 crore
- Realistic Estimate: ₹30–32 crore
- Pessimistic Estimate: ₹28 crore
If it gets a second-weekend boost due to limited competition, it may surprise positively.
🔀 Comparison with Similar Genre Films
| Film | Opening Weekend (₹ Cr) | Lifetime (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|
| Life in a… Metro (2007) | ₹3.4 crore | ₹14 crore (lifetime) |
| Ajeeb Daastaans (OTT) | Direct-to-OTT | N/A |
| Lust Stories 2 (Netflix) | OTT | N/A |
| Ludo (2020, Basu film) | OTT | N/A |
| Metro… In Dino (2025) | ₹16.8 crore | Est. ₹30–35 crore |
While anthology films have largely shifted to OTT, Metro… In Dino is among the few to succeed theatrically.
📍 Key Highlights
- Pankaj Tripathi emerges as the crowd favorite
- The music album by Pritam has already crossed 25 million streams across platforms
- Female audience engagement is higher than average, especially in metro cities
- Word-of-mouth continues to grow, especially for older audiences
❓ FAQs
Q1. Is Metro… In Dino a sequel?
Yes, it’s a spiritual sequel to Anurag Basu’s 2007 film Life in a… Metro, with new stories but a similar thematic structure and music vibe.
Q2. How is the movie performing at the box office?
The film has had a strong weekend and is holding reasonably well on weekdays, trending toward profitability.
Q3. Where is the movie performing best?
Metro cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, and Pune are leading collections.
Q4. Is the movie worth watching in theatres?
If you enjoy emotional, character-driven dramas with beautiful music and layered performances, it’s a great watch.
🧾 Conclusion
Metro… In Dino proves that even in a market saturated with action and thrillers, emotionally resonant, human stories still have an audience. While not a mass-market blockbuster, the film is a commercial and critical success in its own niche.
With a solid cast, relatable themes, and excellent music, the film not only holds its own but revives the charm of old-school storytelling in a modern urban context. As its box office collection continues to rise steadily, Anurag Basu has once again shown his mastery in narrating the poetry of everyday lives.
