Anurag Basu's "Metro… In Dino," a spiritual successor to his acclaimed 2007 film "Life in a... Metro," is now available for streaming on Netflix as of August 29, 2025. This comes after a successful theatrical run that saw the film garner both critical attention and box-office success.
The film features an ensemble cast, including Aditya Roy Kapur, Sara Ali Khan, Anupam Kher, Neena Gupta, Pankaj Tripathi, Konkona Sen Sharma, Ali Fazal, and Fatima Sana Shaikh. "Metro… In Dino" explores contemporary love and relationships, weaving together multiple stories set in bustling Indian metro cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Pune, and Kolkata. The film delves into themes of connection, loneliness, and emotional vulnerability, capturing the complexities of modern romance within a fast-paced urban environment.
"Metro In Dino" was released in theaters on July 4, 2025. While initial reviews were mixed, the performances of Konkona Sen Sharma and Pankaj Tripathi were particularly praised. The film's music, composed by Pritam, has also been noted for evoking a sense of nostalgia.
The film's opening day saw a collection of ₹3.5 crore, and it experienced growth over the following days. By its 11th day, "Metro In Dino" had grossed ₹39.15 crore in India. The movie remained above ₹1 crore until the third Monday. "Metro In Dino" wrapped up its theatrical run with a worldwide gross of ₹68.29 crore, including ₹54.35 crore net in India and ₹3.59 crore from overseas markets. Made on a budget of approximately ₹47 crore, the film proved to be a box office success, generating profit primarily from the Indian market.
Netflix officially announced the film's digital premiere, sharing the news on its social media platforms. The film is described as a perfect weekend watch, with the rainy weather adding to the mood. "Metro In Dino" is jointly produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Vipin Agnihotri, and Anurag Basu under the banners of T-Series Films and Anurag Basu Productions. Principal photography commenced in December 2022 and concluded in February 2024, with filming taking place across various Indian cities.
