Tom Cruise is going out with a bang. *Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning*, the action-packed farewell to his legendary role as Ethan Hunt, has stormed Indian box offices, pulling in a staggering Rs 72.30 crore in just nine days.

Box Office Numbers That Prove Ethan Hunt Still Has It

Directed by Christopher McQuarrie and co-written with Erik Jendresen, *The Final Reckoning* had its theatrical release in India on May 17, shortly after its world premiere at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival, where it received a five-minute standing ovation. Since then, the film’s performance has been nothing short of spectacular.

The English version has taken the lead in terms of ticket sales, especially in major metropolitan cities like Mumbai, Delhi, and Bengaluru. After a solid opening week, which ended with a robust Rs 54.4 crore, the second weekend brought fresh momentum. Friday (Day 7) added Rs 3.9 crore, followed by a sharp rise on Saturday, raking in Rs 7 crore, with Sunday mirroring those figures—an 80% surge from Friday’s earnings.

With the Rs 100 crore milestone now within reach, *The Final Reckoning* is clearly resonating with Indian moviegoers, especially fans of high-octane international blockbusters. The combination of thrilling action sequences, a familiar ensemble cast including Hayley Atwell, Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, Henry Czerny, and Angela Bassett, and Cruise’s final performance has created the perfect storm at the box office.

Tom Cruise Wins Indian Hearts—Again

Meanwhile, Tom Cruise’s charm offensive ahead of the film’s release added to the excitement. In a heartfelt video message to Indian fans, Cruise surprised many by speaking in Hindi: “Main aap sab se bahut pyaar karta hoon. Mujpe bharosa karo, ek akhri baar.” His words—”I love you all a lot. Trust me one last time”—struck a chord with longtime fans across the country.

Cruise also reminisced fondly about his past visits to India, saying, “I feel so much love for India. I have to say the whole experience has been etched in my memory. Every single moment—from landing, visiting the Taj Mahal, to spending time in Mumbai—I remember it all vividly.”

What’s Next for the Franchise?

While this chapter marks Cruise’s final turn as Ethan Hunt, the Mission: Impossible franchise continues to have a strong foothold globally. With speculation already swirling around potential spin-offs and a new lead, Paramount is expected to explore fresh directions while keeping the brand’s adrenaline-fueled essence alive.

For now, *Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning* is giving Indian moviegoers a blockbuster experience worth watching on the big screen. Stay tuned to see if it crosses the Rs 100 crore mark in the days ahead.