James Cameron’s latest film Avatar: Fire and Ash continues its impressive run at the global box office.
The third instalment of the Avatar franchise crossed the USD 450 million mark worldwide within seven days of release.
The milestone was achieved on Day 7 (Tuesday) of its theatrical run.
Overseas Markets Drive the Numbers
The film collected an estimated USD 34.3 million overseas on Tuesday, pushing its international total to USD 331.1 million.
Overseas markets have played a crucial role in sustaining the film’s momentum.
Strong weekday collections indicate steady audience interest across key territories.
Solid Domestic Performance in the US
In the domestic market, Avatar: Fire and Ash has grossed USD 119 million so far.
The film earned USD 16.5 million on its first Tuesday in the US, marking the second-best first Tuesday of the year, behind Superman (USD 17.2 million).
This performance reflects healthy weekday footfalls despite mixed reactions.
Holiday Boost Expected Ahead
With the festive holiday period underway, the film is expected to see a sharp jump in collections.
Trade estimates suggest it could cross USD 500 million on Christmas Day and touch USD 600 million by Boxing Day.
The holiday advantage may significantly strengthen its short-term box office trajectory.
Comparisons with Avatar: The Way of Water
Despite its strong performance, Avatar: Fire and Ash is currently trailing behind its predecessor Avatar: The Way of Water.
The mixed critical and audience response, along with lower anticipation compared to the decade-long wait for the previous film, may have impacted its pace.
However, the film is still maintaining a successful theatrical run.
Jay-Ho Updates
If the current momentum continues, Avatar: Fire and Ash is expected to enter the USD 1 billion club by the first weekend of the New Year.
While it may not replicate the historic run of The Way of Water, the film has firmly established itself as a major box-office success.
All eyes are now on how the James Cameron spectacle performs during the crucial holiday window.
