The Indian box office is heading towards another interesting weekend as Hanuman Ansh and Mirzapur: The Movie continue to attract audiences across the country. With both films performing strongly in theatres, the September 11–13 weekend is expected to turn into a close battle between the two titles.
While Mirzapur: The Movie has the advantage of being a fresh release and has opened strongly, Hanuman Ansh has built remarkable momentum through its long theatrical run. The contrast between the two films makes their weekend performance particularly interesting.
Mirzapur: The Movie Enters the Weekend With Strong Momentum
Mirzapur: The Movie has emerged as one of the biggest performers of the current box-office season. The film benefited significantly from the popularity of the original web series and its familiar characters, which helped generate strong audience interest from the opening day.
The film recorded a massive ₹112.35 crore India gross during the September 4–7 weekend, according to Sacnilk's reported figures.
Its strong opening weekend has given the film a significant advantage heading into its second weekend. The key question now is whether it can maintain a substantial portion of its first-weekend business despite facing competition from other films.
Hanuman Ansh Continues Its Extraordinary Run
While Mirzapur: The Movie has the benefit of being a new release, Hanuman Ansh is playing a completely different game.
The film has shown exceptional staying power at the box office. Despite being several weeks old, it continues to attract audiences and has managed to remain among the leading weekend performers.
During the September 4–7 weekend, Hanuman Ansh collected approximately ₹58.50 crore India gross, placing it second behind Mirzapur: The Movie.
What makes the performance even more impressive is the film's growth compared with its previous weekend. Its continued strong collections have turned Hanuman Ansh into one of the biggest surprise success stories of 2026.
September 11–13 Weekend Could Be Closely Contested
The upcoming weekend could provide a clearer picture of the staying power of both films.
Mirzapur: The Movie will be attempting to maintain its strong hold after a massive first weekend, while Hanuman Ansh will look to continue its unusual late-run momentum.
The two films are operating on different trajectories, making a direct comparison difficult. Mirzapur is expected to benefit from the excitement surrounding its recent theatrical release, whereas Hanuman Ansh has already demonstrated that its audience base can remain strong several weeks after release.
Hanuman Ansh Has Already Surprised the Trade
The journey of Hanuman Ansh has been particularly noteworthy. The film started with relatively modest numbers but gradually gained momentum through positive audience response and strong word of mouth.
Its performance has been so strong that it continued to deliver impressive collections even after the arrival of major new releases.
Sacnilk's weekend figures show that Hanuman Ansh collected ₹58.50 crore gross in the September 4–7 period, while its total India gross reached approximately ₹144.40 crore at that point.
The film's ability to compete with a major new release like Mirzapur: The Movie this deep into its theatrical run highlights its extraordinary box-office hold.
Mirzapur Has the Advantage of a Fresh Release
For Mirzapur: The Movie, the second weekend will be crucial.
The film has already established a strong theatrical base with its opening weekend, but the real test will be how much of that audience interest converts into repeat footfalls during the second weekend.
The film's first weekend gross of over ₹112 crore gives it a considerable cushion. If the movie manages to record a healthy hold on Friday and then shows growth over Saturday and Sunday, it could maintain its position as the weekend's leading performer.
The Weekend Battle at a Glance
| Movie | September 4–7 India Gross | Position |
|---|---|---|
| Mirzapur: The Movie | ₹112.35 Cr | No. 1 |
| Hanuman Ansh | ₹58.50 Cr | No. 2 |
Source: Sacnilk; figures are based on reported estimates.
The gap between the two films during the previous weekend was significant, but Hanuman Ansh's continued strength means the film cannot be ignored.
What to Expect From September 11–13
The September 11–13 weekend is likely to be another important chapter in the box-office journeys of both films.
Mirzapur: The Movie is expected to remain the primary contender for the weekend crown, particularly because of its strong opening and the popularity of the franchise. Meanwhile, Hanuman Ansh will be aiming to maintain its extraordinary run and continue posting numbers that are unusual for a film this far into its theatrical release.
For Mirzapur, a strong second weekend would further establish the film as one of the year's major theatrical successes. For Hanuman Ansh, maintaining a high level of business would further strengthen its status as one of the biggest surprise hits of 2026.
The final ranking for the September 11–13 weekend will ultimately depend on how both films perform across Saturday and Sunday.
Note: Box office figures are based on available estimates and may be revised as updated data becomes available.
