Ranbir Kapoor starrer Animal set for Japan release in 2026; Rs 1000 crores mark back in play amid Dhurandhar storm : Bollywood News
Ranbir Kapoor and Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Animals is returning to theaters in a new market two years after its original release, with a Japanese release date now confirmed. The makers announced that the action drama will open in cinemas across Japan on February 13, 2026.
Ranbir Kapoor starrer Animal set for Japan release in 2026; Rs 1000 crores mark back in play amid Dhurandhar storm
Production house Bhadrakali Films shared a specially designed poster for the Japanese audience on The announcement highlighted the film as a memorable cinematic experience beyond its initial home market.
This guy can’t be stopped by anyone.🔥
Kono otoko wa Darenimo Tomerarenai🔥The most talked-about, debated, and unforgettable cinematic experience is coming to Japan.🪓
Animal releases in Japanese theaters on February 13, 2026. 🇯🇵🇮🇳#animal #AnimalsinJapan #AnimalTheFilm #RanbirKapoor, pic.twitter.com/0ppdkqtd0W
— Bhadrakali Pictures (@VangaPictures) December 24, 2025
Animals was originally released in India in December 2023 and became a significant commercial success. It earned around Rs 553 crores net domestically and approximately Rs 915 crores worldwide, finishing its initial run among the top-grossing Indian films of all time.
With the Japanese release, the film now has an opportunity to push its worldwide total closer to, or beyond, the Rs 1000 crores mark. This benchmark has taken on added significance as Dhurandhar—the Ranveer Singh–led thriller directed by Aditya Dhar—has overtaken Animals global tally and is expected to finish its run between Rs 1000 crores and Rs 1100 crores globally.
Indian films have shown promising returns in Japan in recent years. RRRR reportedly grossed over ¥2.4 billion (about Rs 150 crores) there, while KGF: Chapter 2 also delivered strong box office returns. If Animals replicates similar performance, it could significantly bolster its global revenue.
Directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, Animals features Ranbir Kapoor alongside Rashmika Mandanna, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol and Triptii Dimri in pivotal roles. Though commercially successful, the film drew debate for its depiction of violence and themes critics labeled as problematic. Supporters, including the director, maintained that those elements were intentional aspects of creative expression.
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