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IIE DIGITAL DESK : Anurag Basu’s highly awaited follow‑up to the 2007 hit Life In A… Metro, Metro… In Dino, is set to hit cinemas on July 4, 2025, boasting a stellar ensemble cast including Anupam Kher, Neena Gupta, Konkona Sen Sharma, Pankaj Tripathi, Aditya Roy Kapur, Sara Ali Khan, Ali Fazal, and Fatima Sana Shaikh. Despite the nostalgia and star power, early projections suggest the film may falter at the box office.

Critics anticipated a strong opener, estimating day‑one collections between ₹10–12 crore—potentially outstripping Basu’s earlier record with Kites (₹10.40 crore in 2010) .new insights from today's Koimoi report paint a different picture: Metro… In Dino is now expected to earn only ₹5–7 crore net on its first day in India, which would rank below Anurag Basu’s last big‑budget release, Jagga Jasoos (₹8.57 crore in 2017).

While the trailer garnered mostly positive reactions and signs of nostalgia, the marketing failed to penetrate beyond urban multiplex audiences. Offline promotions and social media visibility were notably weak, restricting buzz to a limited crowd .

The film’s release coincides with several alternatives: the Hollywood blockbuster Jurassic World Rebirth, as well as local hits like Sitaare Zameen Par and F1. With viewers having multiple viewing options, Metro… In Dino may not command the audience attention it needs .

Although riding on the goodwill of its predecessor, Metro… In Dino appears tailored for urban spaces and multiplexes. Box-office analysts from Bollywood Hungama peg the opening day at a modest ₹3–4 crore, emphasizing that limited penetration may delay any wider traction.

Even the higher end of predictions falls short of the double-digit opening once expected. If the film opens around ₹3–4 crore, it will signify a subdued launch—possibly improved slightly by positive reviews and word‑of‑mouth later on .

The film is expected to remain reliant on positive audience response to fuel increase in footfall over the weekend. Analysts suggest Metro… In Dino is a "jump-on‑the‑weekend" release—meaning its Saturday and Sunday may see sharper growth if early reactions are favorable .its urban-heavy appeal and competition from other films may limit wider reach.

Metro… In Dino entered the scene with strong cinematic DNA and a celebrated cast, but lackluster promotional efforts and stiff competition suggest a potentially muted debut. With day‑one estimates ranging from ₹3 to ₹7 crore, the film seems unlikely to deliver Basu’s best opening. Still, should it resonate with audiences post-release, the weekend could provide a welcome boost.

Stay tuned: tomorrow’s actual box-office figures—and the early audience response—will reveal if this urban romance can defy forecasts and ignite across screen.