1 / 11If you're tracking the success or failure of films, you should know some of the terms and their mathematics. A film is considered a hit only when the distributor's share exceeds the cost of purchasing the film. 6 / 11Sometimes a film is average at the box office, but these rights allow producers to make a profit. Movie tickets have become more expensive these days, making it easier to earn Rs 100 crore. 9 / 11Simply put, a sleeper hit is a film that releases without much fanfare, heavy promotion, or superstar presence.

Source: News 24 February 20, 2026 03:34 UTC