Nintama Rantaro Movie Hits Indian Theatres – Box Office, Release Info & More! (2025)
NinjaBoy Rantaro Movie 3 Release Date and Box Office Collection in India
Nintama Rantaro, known to many Indian fans as NinjaBoy Rantaro, has finally made its big-screen debut in India! The beloved childhood ninja comedy returned with a theatrical release of “Nintama Rantaro: Invincible Master of the Dokutake Ninja”, screened in Japanese with English subtitles.
The show has aired across various Indian TV channels over the years—including Hungama TV, Disney XD, Nick India, and Sony YAY!—introducing a generation of viewers to the hilarious misadventures of a ninja-in-training and his classmates.
In this post, we explain everything you need to know about the movie’s Indian release—when it arrived in theatres, how it performed at the box office, and what fans can expect going forward.
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Nintama Rantaro: Invincible Master of the Dokutake Ninja (Overview)
Nintama Rantaro: Invincible Master of the Dokutake Ninja (Nintama Rantarou Movie: Dokutake Ninja Tai Saikyou no Gunshi) is the third anime film in the long-running Nintama Rantaro franchise, which premiered in Japanese theatres on December 20, 2024.
The Nintama Rantaro series follows the hilarious escapades of Rantaro and his fellow young ninjas-in-training at a secret ninja academy. Known for its blend of slapstick humor, mischief, and quirky characters, the franchise has remained a fan favorite in Japan for decades.
This 2024 release is the fifth theatrical entry in the franchise overall:
Anime Films:
- Nintama Rantarō the Movie (1996)
- Gekijō-ban Anime Nintama Rantarō: Ninjutsu Gakuen Zenin Shutsudō! no Dan (2011)
- Nintama Rantarō: Invincible Master of the Dokutake Ninja (2024)
Live-Action Films:
- Ninja Kids!!! (2011)
- Ninja Kids!!! Summer Mission Impossible! (2013)
Directed by Masaya Fujimori and written by Kazuhisa Sakaguchi, the film brings back the infamous Dokutake Ninja Army in an all-new clash filled with clever strategies, laugh-out-loud moments, and classic ninja mayhem.
Indian Theatrical Release
The movie was officially released in Indian cinemas on July 18, 2025, by Warner Bros. India and Encore Films, making it the first-ever theatrical release from the Nintama Rantaro franchise in India.
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The movie was presented in Japanese with English subtitles, catering to anime fans and viewers familiar with the long-running series.
In India, the franchise is known as NinjaBoy Rantaro and has built a nostalgic following through multiple TV broadcasts over the years:
- First aired in India on Hungama TV in 2008, later shifting to sister channel Disney XD
- Telecast on Nick India during the mid-2010s
- Revived in 2024 on FAST channels – TATA Play Anime Local and Airtel Anime Booth
- Most recently broadcast on Sony YAY! in 2025
This theatrical run not only marked a milestone for the Nintama Rantaro franchise but also underscored the growing demand for classic and nostalgic anime titles in Indian cinemas.
Key Indian Release Details
| Title: | Nintama Rantaro: Invincible Master of the Dokutake Ninja |
| Release Date: | Jul 18, 2025 (Friday) |
| Languages: | Japanese with English subtitles |
| Formats: | 2D Theatrical |
| Distributor: | Warner Bros. India, Encore Films |
Official Indian Trailer
Official Indian Trailer 2
Box Office Collection
Nintama Rantaro: Invincible Master of the Dokutake Ninja grossed approximately $21 million during its domestic theatrical run in Japan. The strong performance was fueled by the franchise’s lasting popularity and wide family appeal.
The film’s total worldwide collection reached around $22 million, as per Box Office Mojo. This includes theatrical earnings from other Asian territories.
India Box Office Collection
In India, the movie had a niche theatrical release aimed at anime enthusiasts and long-time fans of NinjaBoy Rantaro. Despite being a subtitled-only release, it drew attention as a unique offering in Indian cinemas.
| Metric | Value (₹) | Value ($) |
|---|---|---|
| Opening Day (Day 1): | ₹3 lakh | $3.4K |
| Opening Weekend (3 Days): | ₹5 lakh | $5.7K |
| First Week Total (7 Days): | TBA | TBA |
| Total Net Collection: | ₹5 lakh | $5.7K |
| Total Gross Collection: | ₹6 lakh | $6.9K |
⦿ Still running in Indian theatres (Updated regularly)
📝Note: Box office numbers are based on estimates and verified from sources such as Sacnilk.
Key Summary (Release Details)
| Original Title (Kanji): | 劇場版 忍たま乱太郎 ドクタケ忍者隊最強の軍師 |
| Original Title (Romaji): | Gekijо̄-ban Nintama Rantaro Dokutake Ninja-tai Saikyо̄ no Gunshi |
| English Title: | Nintama Rantaro: Invincible Master of the Dokutake Ninja |
| Franchise: | 3rd Animated film, 5th Movie in Franchise |
| Directed by: | Masaya Fujimori |
| Written by: | Kazuhisa Sakaguchi |
| Production Company: | Ajiado |
| Japan Release Date: | December 20, 2024 |
| India Release Date: | July 18, 2025 |
| Runtime: | 90 minutes |
| Distributor (Japan): | Shochiku |
| Distributor (India): | Warner Bros. India, Encore Films |
