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MUMBAI:
The 3D version of James Cameron's epic love story Titanic
has earned Rs 61 million from 213 screens in the opening
weekend.
The
film also enjoyed a good opening in the international
market by earning $35.5m from 5,579 screens in 84 countries
this weekend, Fox Studios, the disttributor of the film,
said. The film has done good business not only in the
major metros but also in the smaller markets.
The
release of the 3D version of the film in English, Hindi,
Tamil and Telugu is in commemoration of the 100th anniversary
of the sinking of the Titanic.
“Titanic
3D's phenomenal success has set a new benchmark not
just in 3D technology, but for re-releases in India
and international markets. The figures further reaffirm
the passion and excitement which Titanic, one of the
most celebrated films in cinema history, has enjoyed
in India over the years," said Fox Star Studios
India CEO Vijay Singh.
Titanic,
a love story with the 1912 sinking of the ship as
its backdrop, was released in 1997. Then, it had made
around $1.843-billion worldwide.
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