Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani: Sixth highest grossing Hindi Film Overseas
Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, the fun-filled love story that already broke the record of being the first Hindi film to cross the 100 crore mark within a week and the third highest grossing film in the industry has now set a new record in its overseas business.
Eros International has announced Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani is the sixth highest grossing Hindi film overseas of all time with it set to finish at approximately $10.50 million. The film crossed the historic US $ 10 million gross collection in overseas territories recently which is more than Rs. 60 crore.
Starring Ranbir Kapoor, Deepika Padukone, Kalki Koechlin and Aditya Roy Kapoor and directed by Ayan Mukerji, the film released on May 31st to great reviews from critics and fans.
Commenting on the occasion, Pranab Kapadia, President – Marketing & Distribution – Eros International plc said, “We at Eros are extremely delighted to have released YJHD in international markets; having grossed close to US$ 11 millions, it has proved to be all time 6th highest grossing Bollywood film internationally.”
Praising the cast, music and the director, he added, “With YJHD, Ranbir has stamped his arrival as the Superstar of this generation and his on screen chemistry with Deepika has been magical. Pritam’s music has mesmerized the young and old alike where audiences are returning to cinemas to experience the musical journey again. Ayan and his technical team have crafted a beautiful film that has touched the hearts of millions of film fans across both traditional and non-traditional Bollywood markets outside India.”