Rakhee Gulzar's Aamar Boss dominates Bengali box office with Rs 1.10 crore collection in first three days

Veteran actress Rakhee Gulzar's highly anticipated comeback film, "Aamar Boss," has taken the Bengali film industry by storm, registering the biggest opening weekend of 2025 for Bengali cinema. Released theatrically on May 9th, the film has struck a deep chord with audiences, amassing a remarkable Rs 1.10 crore in its first three days. This impressive feat marks the highest weekend gross for a Bengali film this year, especially noteworthy considering it was a non-holiday release.

The film's success can be largely attributed to Rakhee Gulzar's powerful return to the silver screen after a hiatus of 22 years and Shiboprosad Mukherjee's compelling performance. The directorial duo of Shiboprosad Mukherjee and Nandita Roy have once again delivered a film that has resonated strongly with viewers, generating immense love and positive word-of-mouth, leading to packed cinema halls across the region.

This box office milestone arrives at a crucial juncture for the entertainment industry, which is navigating complex shifts, including production houses increasingly favoring OTT platforms over theatrical releases, partly influenced by the sensitive geopolitical climate and ongoing India-Pakistan tensions. In this context, the resounding success of "Aamar Boss" in theaters is particularly significant.

In a joint statement, directors Nandita Roy and Shiboprosad Mukherjee expressed their gratitude and reaffirmed their belief in the power of the cinematic experience. They stated, “Every story finds its right platform. Films like Aamar Boss, thrive on the collective laughter, tears, and warmth of a theatre. We’re deeply grateful that audiences chose to embrace this journey on the big screen.” Their words underscore the importance of the communal experience of watching a film in a cinema hall and the unique connection it fosters between the story and the audience.