‘Twisters’ Twirls Past Predictions with a Whopping $32 Million First Day

Brace yourselves, movie buffs! Hollywood Hrishita is here to spill the tea on the latest box office dramas, and oh boy, it’s a whirlwind! Let’s dive right in! 🌪️

Twisters Twirling into Top Spots!

Guess what, darlings? "Twisters" is spiraling its way into one of the top five domestic debuts of the year! This sequel has blown past the initial projections, raking in a smashing $32.2 million from 4,151 locations on its opening day. Talk about a stormy start! 🌪️💸

The weekend forecast for this natural disaster thriller predicts a whopping $74 million! That’s miles ahead of the earlier $50-55 million estimates. It’s now neck and neck with "Despicable Me 4" for the fourth-biggest three-day debut of the year. But let’s not forget, "Despicable Me 4" had a sneaky head start with a Wednesday opening. 😏

The Big Players

"Twisters" is in prestigious company alongside "Inside Out 2" ($154 million), "Dune: Part Two" ($82 million), and "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" ($80 million). Quite the elite club, isn’t it? 💁‍♀️

Produced by Amblin and distributed internationally by Warner Bros., this sequel is riding on the legacy of the original "Twister" which was a blockbuster hit back in 1996. Directed by the "Minari" Oscar nominee Lee Isaac Chung, this film features new faces like Glen Powell, Daisy Edgar-Jones, and Anthony Ramos. Let’s see if this $155 million venture lives up to its predecessor’s commercial success! 🎬✨

Hold Your Breath!

"Twisters" might be dancing through the box office now, but all eyes are on next weekend when Disney drops Marvel’s "Deadpool & Wolverine." Will the tornado sequel hold its ground? With positive reviews and an "A-" Cinema Score, it seems like it has the winds in its favor. Fingers crossed! 🤞

Universal’s Second Shot

Universal isn’t just banking on "Twisters." "Despicable Me 4" is holding its own, projecting $23.8 million for its third weekend. This animated gem is set to cross the $250 million mark domestically, inching closer to "Dune: Part Two" ($282 million). Little yellow minions, big green bucks! 🤑

Still Reigning Supreme

Disney and Pixar’s "Inside Out 2" remains the top dog, adding $3.8 million on Friday. Now in its sixth week, it’s closing in on $600 million domestically. Only 14 films have ever hit that milestone. Talk about brainy business! 🧠💰

Horror Showdown

Neon’s "Longlegs" is creeping into fourth place, with $11.7 million projected for its second weekend. A 48% drop might sound steep, but for a horror flick, it’s holding up pretty well. This indie darling will hit $40 million domestically by Saturday. Spooky success! 👻

Quietly Making Noise

Last but not least, Paramount’s "A Quiet Place: Day One" is whispering its way into the fifth spot with $5.9 million in its fourth weekend. This prequel is set to reach $127 million domestically, ranking as the eighth-highest grossing release of the year. Silence is golden, indeed! 🤫💵

Moral of the Story:

In Hollywood, tornadoes and minions might rule the box office, but beware of silent horrors and cerebral sequels! And remember, not all storms come to disrupt your life; some come to clear your path to the top!

Tags: Hollywood News, Box Office, Twisters, Despicable Me 4, Inside Out 2, Dune Part Two, Godzilla x Kong, Longlegs, A Quiet Place Day One