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‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Crosses $800 Million Worldwide, Tracks Toward $1 Billion

The threequel’s outsized budget makes sustained profitability a key factor in decisions about future installments.

Overview

  • After an $11 million second Monday, the film passed $800 million globally, overtaking E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial’s lifetime total.
  • Analysts and trade reports say the global cume could hit $1 billion within days.
  • With a reported $400 million production budget, the movie is nearing break-even, and studio decisions on further sequels hinge on its continued performance.
  • Critical notices are softer than prior entries, with a Rotten Tomatoes score around 67%.
  • In India, the cumulative gross stands around Rs 179–180 crore through New Year’s Eve, with day-12 earnings reported near Rs 5.25 crore.