Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri’s The Bengal Files has been one of the most anticipated films of the year, releasing in theatres last week to much excitement. Marking the third installment in Vivek’s acclaimed “Truth-Telling Trilogy,” the film created immense buzz upon its release. The Bengal Files sheds light on yet another untold chapter of India’s history, presented in an informative and thought-provoking manner that has deeply resonated with audiences.
The film opened to a resounding response in cinemas and has now completed six days at the box office. With strong word of mouth driving footfalls, the film has shown steady growth in collections. The Bengal Files has earned around ₹1 crore net on its sixth day, crossing the remarkable ₹10 crore milestone at the Indian box office.
The Bengal Files began its box office journey, earning ₹1.75 crore on Friday. Collections grew steadily over the weekend with ₹2.25 crore on Saturday and peaking at ₹2.75 crore on Sunday. As the weekdays began, the film collected ₹1.15 crore on Monday, followed by ₹1.35 crore on Tuesday and another ₹1.35 crore on Wednesday, bringing its total to ₹10.25 crore within six days of release.
With this film, Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri brings forth the harrowing history of the genocide against Hindus and the tragic events of Direct Action Day and its aftermath. Backed by a stellar cast and Vivek’s impactful storytelling, The Bengal Files has struck a chord with audiences, making it a must-watch cinematic experience.
The Bengal Files is written by Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri and produced by Abhishek Agarwal and Pallavi Joshi. It stars Mithun Chakraborty, Pallavi Joshi, Anupam Kher, and Darshan Kumar. The film, presented by Tej Narayan Agarwal & I Am Buddha Productions, is part of Vivek’s Files trilogy, which includes The Kashmir Files and The Tashkent Files. The film released in theatres on September 5, 2025.