Universal’s latest Hollywood musical fantasy Wicked: For Good continues to expand globally, mixing magic, music and powerful feminist storytelling. While the film has delivered a strong global box office start, the India box office performance remains modest, raising questions about weekday trends. With stars like Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, and Jonathan Bailey, and direction by Jon M Chu, the film blends spectacle and emotion, appealing largely to international enthusiasts of Broadway adaptations.
Wicked: For Good Box Office Collection – Global vs India
The sequel has recorded US$ 14.9 million internationally in just two days across 59 markets — a solid opening that positions it among the biggest rollouts ever for a Broadway musical adaptation. Markets such as Australia, South Korea, Germany, the UK, Ireland, Brazil, Mexico, and the Philippines performed strongly, with double-bill screenings of Wicked and Wicked: For Good boosting engagement.
Meanwhile, the film’s U.S. preview collection reached US$ 30.8 million, confirming high domestic interest.
However, Wicked: For Good has seen a slow start in India:
- Day 1: ₹0.25 crore (approx.)
- Day 2: ₹0.43 crore
- Total (2 Days India): ₹0.68 crore
The numbers indicate that the film’s appeal in India remains niche, depending on urban multiplex markets and fans of fantasy musicals. Weekday trends and word of mouth will determine whether the film gains ground or remains a limited-appeal release.
Why India’s Response Is Low
Hollywood musicals traditionally underperform in India unless powered by action, franchise value, or massive pop-culture buzz. Despite Ariana Grande’s global fandom and Cynthia Erivo’s acclaimed performance as Elphaba Thropp, the film’s genre and Broadway-based storytelling may restrict its mainstream reach among Indian audiences.
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