Hollywood sequels have a complicated history in India. But The Devil Wears Prada 2 — one of the most eagerly awaited fashion world comebacks in cinema — is proving there is a quiet, loyal audience for prestige Hollywood storytelling at Indian multiplexes.
The Devil Wears Prada 2: Day-by-Day India Box Office Breakdown
| Day | Gross Collection |
|---|---|
| Previews | ₹1.85 Cr |
| Day 1 (Friday) | ₹4.50 Cr |
| Day 2 (Saturday) | ₹5.00 Cr |
| Day 3 (Sunday) | ₹4.65 Cr |
| Day 4 (Monday) | ₹1.50 Cr |
| Day 5 (Tuesday) | ₹1.40 Cr |
| Day 6 (Wednesday) | ₹1.40 Cr |
| Day 7 (Thursday) | ₹1.40 Cr |
| Day 8 (2nd Friday) | ₹1.30 Cr |
| Day 9 (2nd Saturday) | ₹2.40 Cr |
| Day 10 (2nd Sunday) | ₹2.30 Cr (est.) |
| Total | ₹27.70 Cr |
A Successful Run — With Caveats
The Devil Wears Prada 2 added ₹6 crore to its tally over its second weekend, with ₹2.30 crore coming on the second Sunday alone, though the film registered a nearly 60% drop compared to its opening weekend. That is a steeper fall than ideal, but context matters enormously here.
The film is expected to wind up its entire theatrical run at around ₹35 crore at the Indian box office — a good total for a Hollywood film operating in a genre with a limited market in India, though it will fall short of a Clean Hit verdict.
The fashion film genre has always been niche in India, and for The Devil Wears Prada 2 to cross ₹27 crore in 10 days is, by that benchmark, a quiet achievement.
Star-Studded Cast Driving Curiosity
Beyond leads Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway, the film boasts an impressive ensemble including Emily Blunt, Stanley Tucci, Kenneth Branagh, Simone Ashley, Justin Theroux, Lucy Liu, Patrick Brammall, Caleb Hearon, Helen J. Shen, Pauline Chalamet, B.J. Novak, Conrad Ricamora, Tracie Thoms, and Tibor Feldman.
That kind of star power naturally draws curious multiplexes audiences, even in markets where the original film’s cultural footprint runs lighter.
Part of a Bigger Hollywood Winning Streak in India
The bigger story here is what this film is part of. With its run, Hollywood has now witnessed four back-to-back successes in India — with Project Hail Mary, Michael, and The Mummy also emerging as profitable ventures, all arriving within a short span of roughly a month.
That kind of sustained Hollywood momentum at Indian multiplexes has not been seen in years, and it signals a genuine, growing appetite among Indian audiences for diverse international content on the big screen.
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