Mission: Impossible 8 Breaks Records with ₹17.5 Crore Opening Day – Tom Cruise’s Love Letter to India!
Mission Impossible 8: The Final Reckoning Takes India by Storm with Record Opening Day Box Office
Tom Cruise has once again demonstrated his undeniable star power with the release of Mission: Impossible– The Final Reckoning, which made its debut in India on May 17, six days ahead of its global rollout. The film recorded an impressive opening day box office collection of ₹17.5 crore, the highest for a Hollywood title in India for 2025.
Box Office Performance
With a phenomenal 75.61% occupancy rate in English screenings, Mission: Impossible 8 has eclipsed several major releases this year, including:
- Captain America: Brave New World
- Thunderbolts: ₹3.8 crore
- Kesari 2 (Hindi): ₹7.5 crore
- Jaat (Hindi): ₹9.50 crore
In fact, the opening day collection is not just among the best for Hollywood; it also surpassed other genre giants, such as the Minecraft Movie, which opened at ₹2 crore, and Disney’s Snow White, which netted ₹65 lakh.
The Making of Mission: Impossible 8
Directed by Christopher McQuarrie, who has helmed every entry in the franchise since “Rogue Nation“, the film features an ensemble cast comprising:
- Tom Cruise as Ethan Hunt
- Hayley Atwell
- Ving Rhames
- Simon Pegg
- Vanessa Kirby
- Pom Klementieff
- Angela Bassett
- Esai Morales
- Henry Czerny
The eighth installment was initially titled “Dead Reckoning – Part Two,” but was rebranded following the release of the seventh film. The movie was released in multiple languages: English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, catering to the diverse Indian audience.
Critical Reception and Audience Reaction
The reception from both critics and audiences has been overwhelmingly positive. A review from Hindustan Times described the film as:
“A throwback to the ‘good old days’, where simplicity and action triumphed. Cruise’s emotionally charged performance reminds us why he is a quintessential action star.”
This sentiment echoes the views of many fans who admire Cruise not just for his action sequences, but also for his ability to portray deep emotions while still delivering the thrilling ride audiences expect from the franchise.
Conclusion: A Promising Start in a Competitive Market
With its remarkable opening and rave reviews, Mission: Impossible– The Final Reckoning has set the stage for a fierce battle at the box office in the coming weeks. As Hollywood continues to face tough competition from both local and international films, Cruise’s latest feat suggests that the love for blockbuster action films, particularly in India, remains robust.
It’s an exciting time for cinema as fans eagerly anticipate how this installment will round out the beloved franchise. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or new to the series, there’s no better time to dive into the heart-pounding world of Ethan Hunt and his team.
