James Cameron’s much awaited magnum opus ‘AVATAR’ grossed Rs. 6.75 crores on opening day itself, making it the biggest ever Friday opening for any Hollywood film in India!

Cameron’s Avatar that released in India yesterday (Dec 18) in 2D as well as 3D has in fact beaten recent films like Kurbaan, Paa & Rocket Singh with a stupendous release day opening of Rs 6.75 crores across India.

Gross collections from Paid Previews across India amount to Rs 1 Crore, highest for any Hollywood film in India!

Collections from CI single screens also extremely encouraging, with theatres in Delhi, Bihar, Lucknow, Kanpur, Bhopal, Allahbad, Varanasi, Jalandar, Jammu going Houseful on opening day.

Directed by James Cameron & Produced by 20th Century Fox, ‘Avatar’ is an epic action adventure. The film was first conceived by Cameron 14 years ago, when the means to realize his vision did not yet exist.

Starring Sam Worthington, Siqourney Weaver & Zoe Saldana, ‘Avatar’ is the story of a wounded ex-marine, thrust unwillingly into an effort to settle and exploit an exotic planet rich in bio-diversity, who eventually crosses over to lead the indigenous race in a battle for survival.

Cameron again combines elements of massive spectacle and intimate character to tell a relatable and emotional tale.

Avatar released worldwide on Dec 18 in 2D as well as 3D. In India, the film is dubbed in Hindi, Tamil & Telegu.

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