Hunterrr is Set for a Re-Release on April 4! The era of movie re-releases continues, and this time, the 2015 adult comedy Hunterrr is making a comeback in theaters on April 4. Starring Gulshan Devaiah, Sai Tamhankar, and Radhika Apte, this film was a surprise success when it first hit the screens. Now, with its re-release, Hunterrr has a chance to make box office history!
Box Office Performance of Hunterrr in 2015
When Hunterrr first released in 2015, it was made on a modest budget of just ₹6 crore. Despite being an A-rated adult comedy, the movie resonated with audiences and went on to collect ₹13.50 crore. This resulted in an impressive profit margin of 125%, making it one of the most successful films of the year. Interestingly, it even outperformed Salman Khan’s Prem Ratan Dhan Payo in terms of return on investment (ROI)!
2015: A Year of Comedy Hits!
The year 2015 was dominated by comedies. The biggest box office winner in terms of profit was Tanu Weds Manu Returns, starring Kangana Ranaut, which made an astonishing 390% profit. Even Salman Khan’s blockbuster Bajrangi Bhaijaan couldn’t match this, despite being a massive commercial success with a profit of 256%.
Here’s a quick look at the most profitable Hindi films of 2015 based on ROI:
- Tanu Weds Manu Returns – Budget: ₹31 crore | Collection: ₹152 crore | 390% Profit | Super Duper Hit
- Hate Story 3 – Budget: ₹13.2 crore | Collection: ₹53.5 crore | 305% Profit | Super Hit
- Bajrangi Bhaijaan – Budget: ₹90 crore | Collection: ₹320.34 crore | 256% Profit | Super Duper Hit
- Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2 – Budget: ₹18 crore | Collection: ₹62 crore | 244% Profit | Super Hit
- NH10 – Budget: ₹13 crore | Collection: ₹32 crore | 146% Profit | Hit
- Piku – Budget: ₹35 crore | Collection: ₹79 crore | 126% Profit | Hit
- Hunterrr – Budget: ₹6 crore | Collection: ₹13.5 crore | 125% Profit | Hit
- Prem Ratan Dhan Payo – Budget: ₹100 crore | Collection: ₹206.63 crore | 107% Profit | Hit
- Badlapur – Budget: ₹25 crore | Collection: ₹51.4 crore | 106% Profit | Hit
- Dum Laga Ke Haisha – Budget: ₹15 crore | Collection: ₹30 crore | 100% Profit | Hit
Can Hunterrr Surpass Piku’s Box Office Profit?
With its re-release, Hunterrr has a golden opportunity to surpass the profit percentage of Deepika Padukone’s Piku. Currently, Piku has a 126% profit, just 1% more than Hunterrr. To overtake Piku and climb up the list of the most profitable movies of 2015, Hunterrr needs to earn just ₹6 lakh more at the box office!
Why is Hunterrr’s Re-Release Significant?
The re-release of Hunterrr could rewrite box office history. If it surpasses Piku, it will officially become the sixth most profitable Hindi film of 2015, proving that even niche adult comedies can have a lasting impact on audiences.
With Gulshan Devaiah’s stellar performance and an entertaining storyline, the film has the potential to attract new viewers while rekindling nostalgia for those who enjoyed it the first time around. If the re-release clicks with audiences, it could be a game-changer for small-budget films looking to capitalize on their cult following.
Final Thoughts: A Must-Watch Re-Release?
With just a small push at the box office, Hunterrr could make history. Whether you’re a fan of the original or discovering it for the first time, this is a re-release worth watching. Will it manage to beat Piku? We’ll find out soon!
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