This week, audiences around the world will witness a box office clash between two Hollywood films- based on completely different genres and target audiences. Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer, featuring Cillian Murphy in the lead role, will lock horns with Greta Gerwig’s Barbie, starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling. Meanwhile, the advance booking for these films started weeks ago and the response has been overwhelming.
According to trade analysts, Nolan’s film has witnessed remarkable pre-release ticket sales, with a staggering 90,000 tickets already sold across three major theatre chains for its opening day. On the other hand, Gerwig’s movie has also garnered significant interest, with 16,000 tickets sold on its first day.
#Oppenheimer goes on an overdrive on advance bookings at National Chains. #ChristopherNolan film has sold over 90,000 tickets in the three chains for the opening day alone. Ready to surprise with a BIG opening on Friday.— Himesh (@HimeshMankad) July 17, 2023
#Barbie is ready for a delightful start in India as the initial trends in advance bookings are encouraging in the National Chains. Film has sold over 16,000 tickets in the national chains for the opening day alone with 3 days to go for release.— Himesh (@HimeshMankad) July 17, 2023
Another trade analyst, Akshaye Rathi expressed his excitement about the box office clash between Oppenheimer and Barbie. He highlighted the iconic status of Barbie as a global brand that has influenced the lives of millions. At the same time, Rathi spoke about the significance of Oppenheimer being a Christopher Nolan film, which is considered one of the biggest brands in the world of cinema. Rathi believes that Nolan’s film would take the lead. He credited the film’s grand scale and its potential to provide a cinematic experience.
During a recent press event, Christopher Nolan addressed the clash between Oppenheimer and Barbie, where he expressed his dissatisfaction with both films releasing on the same day. When asked if he had watched Greta Gerwig’s film, Nolan responded with a straightforward ‘No’.
Later, when the reporter suggested that Barbenheimer could be a result of Nolan’s history with Warner Bros, the director replied, “Now, you must know I’m not going to answer that question, only to say those who care about the theatrical experience, we’ve been longing for a crowded marketplace with a lot of different movies. That’s what theatres have now and those of us who care about movies are thrilled about that.”
Both films include an impressive lineup of A-list Hollywood stars. Oppenheimer features actors such as Cillian Murphy, Robert Downey Jr, Florence Pugh, Emily Blunt and Matt Damon. While, Barbie showcases the talents of Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling in the lead roles, along with Will Ferrell, Emma Mackey, Simu Liu, and Issa Rae.
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