Despite the brand recognition and stunning visual effects, the film has struggled to convert curiosity into sustained audience turnout.
On Day 15, early trade estimates suggest Tron: Ares earned around $0.6–0.7 million (₹5–6 crore) worldwide. This takes its 15-day global total to roughly $107–108 million (₹880–885 crore). North America remains the largest contributor with around $57–58 million (₹470–475 crore), while international markets have brought in approximately $50 million (₹410 crore). Even after two weeks, the film is still far from recovering its reported production and marketing budget of $347 million (₹2,875 crore).
The decline in box office numbers has been sharp and steady.
Following a decent opening weekend, the film experienced a significant decline in daily collections during its second week. The third week has continued this trend, with Day 15 showing only modest earnings. Audience interest has waned primarily due to mixed reviews and limited word-of-mouth. While the film’s visuals, special effects, and music have been widely praised, critics and viewers have highlighted the weak storyline and lack of emotional depth as major shortcomings. Repeat viewership is minimal, keeping daily collections low and making a theatrical recovery highly unlikely.
Industry analysts now expect Tron: Ares to finish its theatrical run with a worldwide box office of around $120–130 million (₹1,000–1,100 crore), which is significantly below the break-even point. The only potential silver lining for Disney lies in post-theatrical revenues from streaming platforms, satellite rights, and merchandising, which may help recoup part of the losses.
Despite its visual grandeur and strong star presence, Tron: Ares has turned out to be one of the most underwhelming sci-fi releases of the year. Its performance serves as a reminder that even globally recognized franchises and spectacular visuals cannot guarantee success without a strong story and emotional engagement for audiences. The film’s box office journey highlights the importance of striking a balance between scale and substance, particularly in high-budget cinematic ventures.
In short, even on Day 15, Tron: Ares continues to struggle, emphasizing that blockbuster spectacle alone isn’t enough to draw viewers consistently to theatres.
