‘Mad About the Boy’ Hits $75 Million Mark, Because Who Doesn’t Love Counting Cash in Hollywood?

Ah, the grandeur of Hollywood! Where Bridget Jones continues her quest for love, and Captain America saves the world (again). Just another day at the box office, right? Let’s dive into the delightful chaos that our favorite films are stirring up globally! 🎬

Bridget Jones Strikes Again! 💘

Oh, Bridget, you unstoppable romantic whirlwind! "Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy" is flirting with a sweet $75 million overseas milestone. This fourth installment, with the ever-charming Renée Zellweger, has racked up an impressive $71 million from 73 international markets over the weekend. To put it in perspective, this love-struck venture is outshining its predecessors and even the celebrity filled "Ticket to Paradise," which had Julia Roberts and George Clooney at the helm. Not too shabby for a $50 million-budgeted movie that also made its debut on Peacock in the good ol’ USA!

For those keeping track (and let’s face it, who isn’t?), the original "Bridget Jones’s Diary" danced its way to $262 million internationally. The sequels didn’t lag too far behind either, with "The Edge of Reason" and "Bridget Jones’s Baby" snagging $224 million and $187 million, respectively. It seems love knows no borders, as foreign sales accounted for a hefty chunk of the revenue pie. 🍰

Captain America: Flying High 🦸‍♂️

Meanwhile, our caped crusader, "Captain America: Brave New World," is swooping in with a cool $35.3 million from 52 territories, maintaining its reign at the top. With $148.2 million raked in overseas and a total of $289.4 million globally, it seems like this star-spangled hero is having a field day at the box office.

But hold your popcorn, folks! The real test lies ahead. Will this $180 million superhero saga outlast the notorious slump that "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania" faced in its second weekend? That little bugger, despite its buzzy start, buzzed out at $476 million, struggling to break even. With the Marvel Cinematic Universe feeling a bit wobbly post-"Avengers: Endgame," fans await the fate of upcoming flicks like "Thunderbolts" and "The Fantastic Four: First Steps" slated for 2025. Fingers crossed! 🤞

The Hollywood Moral of the Story:

In the world of Hollywood, love may be blind, but it sure isn’t cheap! And as for superheroes? Well, they better hope their superpowers include dodging box office slumps!

Stay tuned, dear cinephiles, for more of Hrishita’s spicy takes on the silver screen saga. Until next time, keep those movie tickets handy and your sarcasm sharper! 🎟️✨