Pixar is back — and how! Hoppers, the latest animated sci-fi comedy from the house that gave us Coco and Inside Out, is quietly making waves at the Indian box office. After a modest opening, the film bounced back hard on Day 2. Here’s the full breakdown.
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Hoppers India Box Office Collection — Day-by-Day
| Day | India Collection | Cumulative Total |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 (Friday, Mar 7) | ₹0.55 crore | ₹0.55 crore |
| Day 2 (Saturday, Mar 8) | ₹1.09 crore | ₹1.64 crore |
| Weekend Target | — | ₹3 crore+ |
The film opened at ₹0.55 crore on its first day and recorded ₹1.09 crore on Day 2, taking its India total to ₹1.64 crore. India TV News That’s a massive 98% jump from Friday to Saturday — a very healthy trend for any Hollywood film in India.
What Is Hoppers About?
Hoppers is a 2026 Pixar animated film directed by Daniel Chong, featuring the voices of Piper Curda, Bobby Moynihan, Jon Hamm, Kathy Najimy, and Dave Franco. Wikipedia The story follows Mabel Tanaka, a passionate animal lover who transfers her consciousness into a robotic beaver to communicate with animals and save their habitat from a scheming mayor. It’s Zootopia meets Spy Kids — with a big green heart.
Per Wikipedia, the film also features an original end-credits song “Save the Day” by SZA, adding a cool musical touch that’s winning over teens globally.
Global Performance: Pixar’s Biggest Original Since Coco
Hoppers topped the global box office with $46 million domestically and $88 million worldwide in its opening weekend — the biggest launch for an original animated Pixar film since Coco in 2017. The Hollywood Reporter
The film earned a strong A CinemaScore and 94% on Rotten Tomatoes, signalling excellent word-of-mouth that should sustain its run in India too. Deadline
India is a tough market for original Hollywood animation — but Hoppers‘ strong weekend jump suggests it’s finding its audience at multiplexes.
Should You Watch It?
If you’re a fan of Pixar’s emotional storytelling wrapped in stunning animation, Hoppers is a must-watch this weekend. It’s already winning hearts globally and the India numbers are trending upward. For more Hollywood box office updates and entertainment news, check out our Hollywood coverage on TechnoSports and our breakdown of the biggest animated films of 2026.
FAQs
Q: What is the total India box office collection of Hoppers so far?
The film has collected ₹1.64 crore in India through its first two days, with the weekend total expected to cross ₹3 crore.
Q: Is Hoppers a Pixar film?
Yes, Hoppers is a Disney-Pixar production directed by Daniel Chong, released theatrically on March 6, 2026.
