Hey movie buffs and box office enthusiasts, imagine a film that's been making waves at the theaters for weeks – but is it really living up to the hype, or is there a storm brewing behind the scenes? Dies Irae has been a solid performer in its initial run, raking in an impressive ₹38.96 crore net in India across its first 16 days. Today, we're diving into the latest scoop on its 17th-day box office haul, complete with occupancy rates and all the juicy details. But here's where it gets intriguing – as we peel back the layers, you might start questioning whether this thriller is hitting the sweet spot or just coasting on early buzz. Stay tuned, because this is the part most people overlook when judging a film's true staying power.
To set the stage for newcomers, let's quickly clarify what we're talking about here. Box office collections refer to the ticket sales revenue from movie screenings, often measured in net figures (which account for theater shares after deductions) and gross (the total ticket income before splits). Occupancy, on the other hand, is the percentage of seats filled in theaters – it's a great indicator of audience turnout and can reveal how well a movie is resonating in different regions or times of day. For context, a film like Dies Irae, a suspenseful drama directed by Rahul Sadasivan, starring talents like Pranav Mohanlal and Arun Ajikumar, has been drawing crowds since its November release. Produced by Night Shift Studios and YNOT Studios, it's a project that's sparked discussions for its gripping plot, but as we see the numbers, it raises eyebrows about sustainability in a competitive market.
On its 17th day (marking the third Sunday), Dies Irae pulled in roughly ₹0.27 crore net across all languages in India. Keep in mind, this is preliminary data incorporating the next couple of hours' advance figures, updated hourly at the 5th minute past each hour to provide an estimate by 10 PM. Media outlets, please note: don't treat this as the final tally – that's reserved for the end-of-day 10 PM report.
Now, let's break down the full 17-day all-language box office performance in India net collections, including day-by-day changes. This table gives you a clear snapshot of the ups and downs:
| Day | India Net Collection | Change (+/-) |
|-----|-----------------------|--------------|
| Day 1 [1st Friday] | ₹4.7 Cr [Mal: 4.7 Cr] | - |
| Day 2 [1st Saturday] | ₹5.7 Cr [Mal: 5.7 Cr] | 21.28% |
| Day 3 [1st Sunday] | ₹6.35 Cr [Mal: 6.35 Cr] | 11.40% |
| Day 4 [1st Monday] | ₹3 Cr [Mal: 3 Cr] | -52.76% |
| Day 5 [1st Tuesday] | ₹2.6 Cr [Mal: 2.6 Cr] | -13.33% |
| Day 6 [1st Wednesday] | ₹2.3 Cr [Mal: 2.3 Cr] | -11.54% |
| Day 7 [1st Thursday] | ₹1.8 Cr [Mal: 1.8 Cr] | -21.74% |
| Week 1 Collection | ₹26.45 Cr [Mal: 26.45 Cr; Te: 0] | - |
| Day 8 [2nd Friday] | ₹2 Cr [Mal: 1.97 Cr; Te: 0.03] | 11.11% |
| Day 9 [2nd Saturday] | ₹3.4 Cr [Mal: 3.3 Cr; Te: 0.1] | 70.00% |
| Day 10 [2nd Sunday] | ₹2.9 Cr [Mal: 2.8 Cr; Te: 0.1] | -14.71% |
| Day 11 [2nd Monday] | ₹0.87 Cr [Mal: 0.83 Cr; Te: 0.04] | -70.00% |
| Day 12 [2nd Tuesday] | ₹0.73 Cr [Mal: 0.7 Cr; Te: 0.03] | -16.09% |
| Day 13 [2nd Wednesday] | ₹0.65 Cr [Mal: 0.6 Cr; Te: 0.05] | -10.96% |
| Day 14 [2nd Thursday] | ₹0.55 Cr [Mal: 0.52 Cr; Te: 0.03] | -15.38% |
| Week 2 Collection | ₹11.1 Cr [Mal: 10.72 Cr; Te: 0.38] | -58.03% |
| Day 15 [3rd Friday] | ₹0.52 Cr [Mal: 0.52 Cr] * rough data | -5.45% |
| Day 16 [3rd Saturday] | ₹0.89 Cr [Mal: 0.89 Cr] * rough data | 71.15% |
| Day 17 [3rd Sunday] | ₹0.27 Cr ** | - |
| Total | ₹39.23 Cr | - |
And for the bigger picture: After 17 days, the India net collection stands at ₹- Cr (note: this might be a placeholder or pending update). Worldwide, it's at ₹- Cr, with overseas at ₹- Cr, and India gross at ₹- Cr. These figures highlight the typical drop-off in collections as weekends give way to weekdays, with Malayalam dominating and a small Telugu presence emerging in later days.
On Sunday, November 16, 2025, Dies Irae achieved an overall 22.67% occupancy in Malayalam cinemas. Let's zoom in on the 2D show occupancy breakdown for the day – it's fascinating to see how morning screenings often lead the pack, perhaps due to family-friendly timings, while evenings might lag if word-of-mouth hasn't fully spread.
Here's the Malayalam (2D) occupancy by show time:
- Morning Shows: 22.67%
- Afternoon Shows: 0%
- Evening Shows: 0%
- Night Shows: 0%
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Diving deeper into regional occupancy, we see variations that tell a story about local appeal. Bengaluru and Chennai showed strong turnout, possibly due to urban audiences drawn to the film's suspense elements, while places like Hyderabad and Mumbai had no shows listed, which could indicate limited release or timing issues. This regional disparity is where things get controversial – does Dies Irae's success hinge on South Indian markets, or should we question why it's not penetrating more broadly? After all, films with similar genres have gone global; is this one missing the mark on marketing?
Check out the main regions' occupancy data below (overall and by session, with show counts):
| Region | Overall | Morning | Afternoon | Evening | Night | Shows |
|--------|---------|---------|-----------|---------|-------|-------|
| Kochi | 26.00% | 26% | % | % | % | 84 |
| Trivandrum | 10.00% | 10% | % | % | % | 77 |
| Bengaluru | 33.00% | 33% | % | % | % | 49 |
| Chennai | 37.00% | 37% | % | % | % | 34 |
| Kozhikode | 24.00% | 24% | % | % | % | 42 |
| Thrissur | 11.00% | 11% | % | % | % | 32 |
| Kollam | 10.00% | 10% | % | % | % | 19 |
| Kottayam | 11.00% | 11% | % | % | % | 7 |
| Alappuzha | 5.00% | 5% | % | % | % | 21 |
| Hyderabad | 0.00% | 0% | % | % | % | 5 |
| National Capital Region (NCR) | 31.00% | 31% | % | % | % | 2 |
| Mumbai | 0.00% | 0% | % | % | % | 5 |
For a quick refresher on the movie: Dies Irae, helmed by director Rahul Sadasivan and backed by Night Shift Studios and YNOT Studios, boasts a stellar cast including Pranav Mohanlal, Arun Ajikumar, Jaya Kurup, Manohari Joy, and Gibin Gopinath in pivotal roles. You can catch more details at https://www.sacnilk.com/movie/DiesIrae2025, with actor profiles like Pranav Mohanlal's at https://www.sacnilk.com/person/Pranav_Mohanlal.
If you're hungry for more Bollywood and regional cinema box office updates, keep following us for the freshest news. But here's a thought to chew on: With collections dropping sharply into the third week, is Dies Irae a flash in the pan, or does it have the depth to endure like other Malayalam hits? Some might argue that low occupancy in non-Kerala regions signals a niche appeal, while others could counter that word-of-mouth will build steam. What do you think – does this film's trajectory surprise you, or was it predictable in today's fragmented market? Drop your takes in the comments and let's debate: Agree or disagree with its performance, and share if you've seen it yourself!
