Source: NDTV
Introduction
The theatrical trajectory of the fantasy feature I'm Game hit another hurdle during its first mid-week frame, registering a noticeable downturn in ticket sales. Headlined by star Dulquer Salmaan and directed by filmmaker Nahas Hidhayath, the project experienced a sharp contraction across domestic territories as its box office numbers slipped past the twenty-crore threshold.
Industry trackers noted that the I'm Game box office day 6 earnings dropped by over 25 percent compared to the previous day's figures. This deceleration highlights growing challenges for the multi-language release as it contends with established holdovers and fresh cinematic arrivals across multiple regional markets.
What Happened
On its first Tuesday in theaters, the action-heavy fantasy production brought in Rs 1.12 crore net domestically. This figure marks a 25.3 percent decline from its Monday box office performance, pushing the cumulative domestic net collection to Rs 21.62 crore.
When analyzing regional contributions for the sixth day of release, the Malayalam-language version led the domestic collections with Rs 91 lakh. Meanwhile, the Telugu-language print added another Rs 21 lakh to the day's tally, bringing the total domestic gross to Rs 25.24 crore.
International markets have offered additional support to the global ledger, with overseas gross earnings reaching Rs 17.25 crore. Combined with domestic figures, the worldwide box office cumulative total has climbed to Rs 42.49 crore.
Background
I'm Game arrived in cinemas on September 3, 2026, rolling out simultaneously in Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu languages. The narrative centers on Dan John, a wealthy gambler portrayed by Dulquer Salmaan, whose life undergoes a bizarre metamorphosis following a mysterious supernatural hand transplant.
Behind the camera, the project reunites director Nahas Hidhayath following his previous work on RDX. The supporting ensemble features Kayadu Lohar, Mysskin, Antony Varghese, and Samyuktha Viswanathan, with musical compositions scored by Jakes Bejoy.
Cinematography was handled by Jimshi Khalid, while editing duties fell to Chaman Chakko. Producers Dulquer Salmaan and Jom Varghese backed the venture under the Wayfarer Films banner.
Timeline
| Release Phase / Date | Earnings / Collections |
|---|---|
| Opening Day (Day 1) | Rs 5.40 crore net |
| Day 2 Collection | Rs 4.90 crore net |
| Day 3 and Day 4 Collection | Rs 4.35 crore net each |
| Opening Weekend Total | Rs 19.00 crore net |
| Day 5 Collection | Rs 1.50 crore net |
| Day 6 Collection (First Tuesday) | Rs 1.12 crore net |
| Total India Net Collection (6 Days) | Rs 21.62 crore |
| Total India Gross Collection | Rs 25.24 crore |
| Overseas Gross Collection | Rs 17.25 crore |
| Worldwide Collection | Rs 42.49 crore |
Key Details
The feature opened to solid numbers on its first day, generating Rs 5.40 crore before experiencing a slight dip to Rs 4.90 crore on the second day. Holding steady through the remainder of the opening weekend, the title earned Rs 4.35 crore on both the third and fourth days, closing out its initial weekend run at Rs 19 crore.
Weekday theater attendance cooled considerably as the picture entered its first Monday, dropping sharply to Rs 1.50 crore on Day 5. The downward momentum continued into Day 6, where collections landed at Rs 1.12 crore.
Impact
The latest box office slowdown places the fantasy venture in a competitive bind across its primary territories. In the northern belt, Mirzapur The Movie continues to pull steady theatergoers, while Hanuman Ansh maintains audience traction long after its initial debut.
In the southern regional circuit, particularly among Malayalam releases, Bethlehem Kudumba Unit has established itself as a dominant performer. Against these heavyweight competitors, the Dulquer Salmaan vehicle currently finds itself trailing in overall box office momentum.
What Happens Next
The coming days will serve as a critical test for the theatrical longevity of I'm Game. Industry observers will monitor whether the production can stabilize its daily earnings and hold its ground against existing competitors in the marketplace.
