Overview
- The Ryan Gosling–led adaptation launched to about $140.9–$141 million worldwide in its opening weekend, including roughly $80.5–$80.6 million in North America and about $60.4 million across 82 international markets, setting an Amazon MGM opening record and the year’s biggest debut.
- In China, the film rose to the top of the daily box office early in its first week and reached about $8.4 million in four days, indicating growing traction that could push it toward the $10 million mark soon.
- In South Korea, the release drew roughly 430,000 admissions over its first weekend, the best start for a foreign title there this year, with advance ticketing pointing to continued interest.
- Critical response has been broadly positive, with outlets citing strong performances and engaging science‑driven storytelling, and Rotten Tomatoes scores reported around 95 percent.
- India opens March 26 with English and dubbed versions across premium formats, and a playful Gosling–Hrithik Roshan conversation comparing the film’s alien Rocky with Jaadu has stoked local buzz.