One of the year’s most awaited horror spectacles, The Conjuring: Last Rites, has stormed into cinemas and terrified its way to the top spot at the india and worldwide box office. Released on September 5, 2025, in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, the ninth installment of the Conjuring universe is rewriting box office records in India.
Here’s everything you need to know about its phenomenal debut:
1. India’s Biggest horror Opening Ever
The Conjuring: Last Rites grossed a staggering Rs 60.40 crore across 2130 screens, including IMAX. This makes it the biggest opening weekend ever for a hollywood horror film in India—a milestone achievement for Warner Bros.
2. Warner Bros.’ Strongest india Debut
The film isn’t just ruling the horror genre. It’s also Warner Bros. Discovery’s biggest opening weekend in india, ever. The studio confirmed that indian audiences turned out in massive numbers, cementing the country as one of the world’s most passionate markets for horror and hollywood blockbusters.
3. A Global horror Phenomenon
With Last Rites, the $2 billion Conjuring universe continues to expand its legacy. This ninth entry proves that when horror meets strong storytelling, fans across cultures respond with enthusiasm. india, in particular, has embraced the Warrens’ paranormal tales like never before.
4. The Magic Behind the Scares
Directed by franchise veteran Michael Chaves and produced by horror maestros James Wan and Peter Safran, the film continues the Conjuring tradition of blending supernatural terror with emotional storytelling. The creators’ commitment to authenticity and suspense has helped the franchise maintain global dominance for over a decade.
5. The Return of Vera Farmiga & Patrick Wilson
Beloved by fans, Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson return as Ed and Lorraine Warren for what is teased as their final case together. Their reunion gives Last Rites not just chilling scares but also an emotional core that resonates deeply with longtime fans of the series.
6. Critical Acclaim Meets audience Frenzy
Beyond numbers, early reactions from indian audiences highlight the film’s intense jump scares, gripping story, and haunting IMAX experience. Fans are calling it one of the most terrifying yet satisfying entries in the franchise, making it a true horror event of 2025.
7. A Cinematic Experience Across Languages
By releasing in multiple indian languages (English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu), Warner Bros. ensured Last Rites reached horror lovers across regions, further boosting its record-breaking success.
👻 The Bottom Line
The Conjuring: Last Rites is not just another horror film—it’s a box office juggernaut. With record-breaking collections, spine-chilling scares, and the emotional farewell of the Warrens, it has cemented its place as a landmark release in India’s hollywood history.
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