Bou Buttu Bhuta Smashes Records: Odia Film Becomes Highest‑Grossing Ever
Bou Buttu Bhuta Shatters Box Office Records – Odia Cinema’s Biggest Ever
By M Muzamil Shami - June 23, 2025
Odisha, 24 June 2025 — In a breathtaking display of audience fervor, the Odia-language horror-thriller Bou Buttu Bhuta, starring Babushaan Mohanty, has stormed past the ₹10 crore mark, becoming the highest‑grossing Odia film of all time. Boasting an estimated ₹11.50 crore gross (₹9.75 crore nett) in just 12 days—it has eclipsed previous hit films and even some Pan‑India blockbusters in regional earnings.
Record Run: Numbers That Shock
Launched on 12 June 2025, timed for the Raja Parba festivities, Bou Buttu Bhuta began with a modest ₹40 lakh opening day collection. But through powerful word-of-mouth and repeat viewership, the film skyrocketed to:
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₹6.05 cr nett in week one, emerging a regional blockbuster
₹6.54 cr nett (₹7.71 cr gross) in just 9 days
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₹11.50 cr gross (₹9.75 cr nett) across 12 days—unprecedented for Odia cinema
It has now surpassed the lifetime earnings of earlier Odia hits Daman (₹7.5 cr), Karma (₹6.5 cr), and Pabaar (₹3.5 cr).
On Track to Challenge Pan‑India Bosses
With its current pace, Bou Buttu Bhuta is projected to cross ₹15 crore, doubling previous Odia benchmarks. That's an astonishing 100%+ jump in record-breaking scale. In Odisha’s state box office chart, its next targets are:
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Jawan – ₹14.75 cr
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KGF 2 – ₹15.25 cr
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Bahubali 2 – ₹15.50 cr
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Pushpa 2 – ₹22 cr (state gross)
Within 12 days, Bou Buttu Bhuta has already overtaken Pathaan (₹10.40 cr in Odisha) and is now accelerating toward Odisha’s top-most earnings.
Creative Cast & Team Triumph
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Lead performance: Babushaan Mohanty (plays Buttu) anchors the film—his career-defining role cements his rise as Odia cinema’s biggest star
Supporting talents include Archita Sahu, Aparajita Mohanty, and newcomer Jagannath Seth.
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Direction: Jagdish Mishra creates a tonal blend—horror, comedy, rural ethos—that resonates with Odisha audiences.
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Creative production: Tripti Sathapathy's Babushaan Films and distribution via Prakash Films have elevated Ollywood's production benchmarks.
Why It Connects
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Emotional horror: Rural supernatural thrills tap into collective folklore and thrill.
Star power: Babushaan’s hometown charisma sparks statewide fan devotion.
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Surprise success: Against the onslaught of Bollywood blockbusters, this regional film’s run is startling.
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Pride & urgency: Odisha viewers are flocking to support their local film—national pride fueling ticket sales.
Why It Matters: Industry Impact & Trends
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This success signals a renewal in regional cinema—with modest budgets yielding massive returns.
Record collection rates (≈200–227%) showcase strong ROI—₹2–3 cr profit on ₹3–5 cr investment
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Producers are already discussing multilingual remakes, including Hindi, highlighting cross-market allure.
FAQs
Q: Will Bou Buttu Bhuta hit ₹15 cr?
A: Yes! Momentum suggests a crossing of ₹15 cr is likely within its theatrical window.
Q: Is there a Hindi remake?
A: Producers are negotiating remake rights in several languages, including Hindi.
Q: How long is it running in theatres?
A: Released 12 June, it’s still pulling packed audiences in its third weekend.
Q: Who are Ollywood’s top grosser stars now?
A: Babushaan leads the list now with the top two grossers under his belt.
Q: What makes Bou Buttu Bhuta unique in Odia cinema?
A: It’s the first Odia movie to cross ₹10 cr, blending horror and cultural authenticity plus strong star pull.
Q: How does its box office compare to Pan‑India blockbusters in Odisha?
A: With ₹11.5 cr, it vies closely with Jawan (₹14.75 cr), KGF 2, and Bahubali 2, and overtakes Pathaan.
Q: Is it profitable?
A: Yes—gross earnings are about 3–4× its reported budget (₹2–5 cr), delivering healthy margins.
Catch Bou Buttu Bhuta in a theatre near you before the run ends—and join the cultural phenomenon sweeping Odisha!
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