Avatar Fire and Ash Box Office (Advance Booking): Sci-Fi Epic Heads To Open Lower Than Avatar Way of Water In India

James Cameron's highly anticipated 'Avatar: Fire & Ash' is poised for a solid debut at the Indian box office. That said, the reality is a bit more complicated. early projections indicate it may not reach the heights of its predecessor, 'Avatar: The Way of Water.' The second installment in the series launched with nearly 50 crores gross in 2022, marking the second-highest opening for a Hollywood film in India.

Advance ticket sales for 'Avatar 3' began 10 days prior to release in IMAX format, with regular bookings opening a few days later. As of Monday afternoon, pre-sales are approximately 60% lower than 'The Way of Water' for the first day, with four days remaining until release. Despite this, the numbers still surpass any other Hollywood release this year.

If the current sales trajectory holds, 'Fire & Ash' is expected to gross between 30-35 crores in India on its opening day. A potential challenge to 'Fire & Ash' comes from Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar,' which is currently performing strongly at the box office and could impact business, especially in North India.

The 'Avatar' franchise's widespread appeal is expected to draw large crowds. That said, the reality is a bit more complicated. unlike 'Way of Water,' the new film faces competition from the popular 'Dhurandhar,' which could present a significant obstacle. As the December 19 release date approaches, positive word-of-mouth will be crucial for the film's long-term success.

In 'Avatar: Fire and Ash,' set one year after the events of the previous film, Jake and Neytiri's family are dealing with the loss of Neteyam. They encounter a new Na'vi tribe known as the Mangkwan clan, or the Ash People, who are aggressive and led by Varang. Varang has allied with Quaritch, Jake's old enemy, escalating the conflict on Pandora with potentially devastating consequences.