Sources: 
Advance ticket sales for the much-anticipated comedy 'Housefull 5' have seen a remarkable surge, with over
1,060 tickets sold in Kolkata within just one hour of advance booking opening, according to BookMyShow.
The film has already attracted significant attention, with more than
1,46,000 users showing interest nationwide. This early enthusiasm is critical given the film's high production budget, estimated between
Rs 300 to Rs 400 crores.
To be deemed a commercial success, 'Housefull 5' must gross at least
Rs 500 crores at the box office, a challenging target that underscores the financial stakes involved.
The movie's plot centers on three impostors competing to claim the inheritance of a deceased billionaire aboard a luxury 20-storey cruise, complicated by a murder mystery that makes them prime suspects.
"Over 1,060 tickets had been booked in Kolkata within an hour of advance booking going live," a BookMyShow report stated, highlighting the film's strong market pull.
With such promising early sales figures and a compelling storyline, 'Housefull 5' is poised to be a major box office contender this season.
Sources: 
Advance bookings for 'Housefull 5' surged with over 1,060 tickets sold in Kolkata within an hour, reflecting strong audience interest. The film, with a budget of Rs 300-400 crores, needs to gross Rs 500 crores to be a commercial success, according to BookMyShow data.