Bell Bottom ended as a Flop at the Indian box office. With ₹55 Cr India nett against a reported budget of ₹100 Cr, representing a 55% return on production cost, the film failed to recover its total investment theatrically. A Flop verdict means theatrical revenue was insufficient to cover production and distribution costs — though OTT rights, satellite deals and music licensing often partially offset the losses. Industry verdicts consider theatrical performance only.
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Bell Bottom was reportedly made on a budget of ₹100 Cr. Against that investment, the film collected ₹55 Cr India nett — a 0.6x multiple on production cost and a 55% return on the reported budget. Worldwide gross reached ₹55 Cr, including overseas contribution of ₹25 Cr.
Break-even at the Indian box office typically requires approximately 1.5x the production budget once prints, advertising and distribution costs are factored in — placing the break-even threshold for Bell Bottom at roughly ₹150 Cr India nett. The film fell short of this threshold, resulting in the Flop verdict.
Bell Bottom is classified as a Flop by Boxoffy. The film collected ₹55 Cr India nett against a reported budget of ₹100 Cr. The film fell short of break-even theatrically.
Bell Bottom collected ₹55 Cr India nett at the box office, with a worldwide gross of 55 Cr. The India nett figure represents collections after GST extraction, as reported by Box Office India and cross-referenced with Sacnilk and Pinkvilla.
Bell Bottom released in 2021 and is likely available on major Indian streaming platforms. Check Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, JioHotstar, ZEE5 and SonyLIV for current availability, as OTT rights shift periodically.
Bell Bottom was directed by Ranjit Tewari. The 2021 Hindi film earned a Flop verdict at the Indian box office, collecting ₹55 Cr India nett.