Anurag Basu’s long-awaited romance drama Metro In Dino had a strong opening in cinemas with an encouraging opening day gross of Rs 3.04 crore, as per initial estimates by Sacnilk. The movie represents a huge leap—about 300% better than Basu’s 2007 cult favorite Life In A Metro, which opened to a mere Rs 80 lakh.
Strong Start for a Romantic Drama
Though Rs 3 crore might look paltry in relation to usual Bollywood blockbusters, it’s a robust number for a romance drama—particularly in the current transforming theatrical landscape, where the genre hardly gets high opening figures. The film’s performance is remarkable considering its mid-scale production and the transformation of audience taste after the pandemic.
Star-Studded Cast and Acclaimed Storytelling
Metro In Dino features a star-studded cast that includes Sara Ali Khan, Aditya Roy Kapur, Neena Gupta, Anupam Kher, Konkona Sen Sharma, Pankaj Tripathi, and Ali Fazal. A spiritual successor to the original film Life In A Metro, the movie weaves four contemporary love stories around the backdrop of urban India. Popular for his emotionally charged narration, Anurag Basu reunites with music director Pritam, whose music—comprising songs such as Zamaana Lage, Dil Ka Kya, and Mann Ye Mera has resonated with viewers.
Critical Praise and Positive Word of Mouth
The movie has been widely appreciated by critics for its sincere depiction of love and relationship. News18 lauded it as “a masterclass on modern-day love,” praising its depth, maturity, and catchy music. Konkona Sen Sharma is the sole repeat actor from the original movie.
A Promising Journey Ahead
If word-of-mouth persists, Metro In Dino may take the same path as Life In A Metro, which recovered from a sluggish opening to achieve sleeper hit status with a total collection of more than Rs 24 crore.
