Crazy Rich Asians Keeps the Box‑Office Party Alive
What the Numbers Say
Netflix‑napped Hollywood didn’t stop at the screen this week—Crazy Rich Asians was still the star of the show, pulling in a $25 million haul in the U.S. (about SG$34 million) for its second weekend. That’s practically a perfect boomerang from the opening weekend’s $26.5 million splash, according to Exhibitor Relations, the folks who keep track of how many tickets get sold.
Why It Matters
With a predominantly Asian ensemble—Michelle Yeoh, Henry Golding, and Constance Wu—the film is a milestone, being the first big‑studio hit with such a cast since 1993’s The Joy Luck Club. In a nutshell, it follows an American economics grad who, after meeting her boyfriend’s opulent family in Singapore, suddenly discovers that “wealth” is not just about money.
Other Top‑gainers
- The Meg (Shark‑Attack Thriller): US$13 million (down from $21.2 m last week). Jason Statham tries to rescue some trapped scientists from a prehistoric shark—think less “shark‑tamer” and more “big‑foot rescue mission.”
- The Happytime Murders (Mystery/Comedy): US$10 million. An odd world where humans and puppets are roommates, a police duo investigate murders of puppet‑TV stars.
- Mission: Impossible – Fallout (Tom Cruise Action): US$8 million. Fourth‑place heroics in its fifth week.
- Christopher Robin (Disney Live‑Animation): US$6.3 million. Ewan McGregor plays Winnie the Pooh’s grown‑up, slightly stressed friend, finding his old stuffed buddy again.
Weekend Wrap‑Up
Finishing the top‑10 list were:
- Mile 22 – US$6 million
- Alpha – US$5.6 million
- Black Kklansman – US$5.3 million
- A.X.L – US$3 million
- Slender Man – US$2.8 million
So, whether you’re a fan of flashy wealth or a shark‑in‑sea‑sub‑marine rescue, there’s something for everyone this weekend.
