Star Cinema’s romantic-comedy flick, Unhappy For You, starring the much-loved tandem of Joshua Garcia and Julia Barretto, has undeniably taken the local box office by storm. They opened the cinema box office with a record-breaking P20.5 Million. The film’s impressive opening day gross is a testament to the enduring popularity of the pair, fondly known as JoshLia. This is the biggest opening gross of a local film this year.
The reunion of Joshua and Julia on the big screen has been highly anticipated by fans who’ve missed their on-screen chemistry. Their previous projects together have consistently performed well, and Unhappy For You is no exception.. It has also surpassed ‘Unexpectedly Yours’ (around ₱14 million) for the highest opening day gross for the JoshLia loveteam. The film’s engaging storyline, coupled with the actors’ undeniable charisma, has resonated with audiences of all ages.
I was actually predicting a 10 Million mark for the opening given the noise and anticipation but this gross receipt made a real mark to the paying audience now. Social media has been abuzz with excitement and positive feedback about the movie. Fans have expressed their delight at seeing JoshLia back together, praising their portrayal of their characters and the film’s overall feel-good factor. The film’s success is a clear indication that the demand for content featuring the beloved love team remains strong. With this new trajectory of gross receipt, Unhappy For You might reach 50 to 60 Million by Friday, and 100 Million mark by the end of the weekend. This energetic response from the crowd reminds me of pre-pandemic box office success stories I made in the past.
As Unhappy For You continues to dominate the box office, it’s evident that Joshua and Julia’s star power shines brighter than ever.
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