Ranbir Kapoor's blockbuster Animal is set to make a splash in Japan, with a release date confirmed for February 13, 2026. This marks a significant milestone for the film, which is now eyeing the Rs 1000 crores mark, despite the storm it faced with Dhurandhar. The Japanese release is a strategic move, as it presents an opportunity to boost the film's global revenue, following its initial success in India. Animal's worldwide total could surpass the Rs 1000 crores mark, making it one of the top-grossing Indian films of all time.
The film's production house, Bhadrakali Films, has generated excitement with a specially designed poster for the Japanese audience, featuring Ranbir Kapoor's intense portrayal of Ranvijay Singh. The tagline, 'This man cannot be stopped,' translates to 'Kono otoko wa Darenimo Tomerarenai,' and is sure to captivate Japanese cinema-goers. The poster, shared on X (formerly Twitter), highlights the film's memorable cinematic experience, which has already garnered significant attention and debate.
Animal's journey began in December 2023, when it was released in India and became an instant commercial success. It earned a net domestic collection of around Rs 553 crores and approximately Rs 915 crores worldwide, solidifying its place among the top-grossing Indian films. The film's director, Sandeep Reddy Vanga, and his cast, including Rashmika Mandanna, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, and Triptii Dimri, have been praised for their performances, despite the film's depiction of violence and themes that have sparked debate. Supporters argue that these elements are intentional creative choices.
The Japanese release is a strategic move, as it follows the success of other Indian films in the market. RRR and KGF: Chapter 2 have both achieved impressive box office returns in Japan, and Animal could follow suit. If it replicates similar performance, it could significantly boost its global revenue. The film's ability to resonate with Japanese audiences will be a key factor in its success, as it aims to push its worldwide total closer to, or beyond, the Rs 1000 crores mark, despite the competition from Dhurandhar, which has already surpassed Animal's global tally.
