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Headline: Ranbir Kapoor’s ‘Animal’ Set to Unleash Its Roar in Japan in 2026

Mumbai, India – The controversial but undeniably successful action film “Animal,” starring Ranbir Kapoor and directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, is heading to Japan. Producers Bhushan Kumar and Pranay Reddy Vanga have announced that the film will hit Japanese cinemas on February 13, 2026.

The announcement was made via social media with the release of a Japanese-language movie poster. Bhadrakali Films, one of the film’s producers, teased the release with the caption: “Kono otoko wa Darenimo Tomerarenai,” translating to “This man is unstoppable,” further adding to the excitement of fans on social media.

“Animal,” released in India in December 2023, sparked significant debate due to its violent content and thematic elements. Despite this, the film proved to be a major box office success, earning over ₹553 crore net in India and a gross of ₹915 crore worldwide.

Industry analysts note that the Japanese release offers “Animal” a significant opportunity to cross the coveted ₹1000 crore mark globally, further solidifying its position as one of India’s highest-grossing films. The film currently stands as the 9th highest-grossing Indian film of all time.

Fan reactions online have been enthusiastic, with many expressing anticipation for the Japanese audience’s response to the film, particularly the performance of actor Bobby Deol. The release marks another milestone in the film’s global journey and the growing international reach of Indian cinema.

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