Paskal Budget
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Synopsis
PASKAL, or Pasukan Khas Laut, is an elite unit in the Royal Malaysian Navy. The movie follows the true events of PASKAL's Lieutenant Commander Arman Anwar and his team's mission to rescue a tanker, MV Bunga Laurel, that was hijacked by Somalian Pirates in 2011.
What is the budget of Paskal?
"Paskal," an action released in 2018, was directed by Adrian Teh and stars Hairul Azreen, Ammar Alfian Aziz. The production budget was $2,200,000, placing it in the micro-budget range for action productions of its era.
Key Budget Allocation Categories
While specific budget breakdowns are not publicly available, typical cost drivers for an action production like this include:
- Stunts, Action Sequences & Visual Effects: Action films allocate a substantial portion of their budget to choreographing and executing practical stunts, pyrotechnics, and CGI-heavy sequences.
- Above-the-Line Talent (Cast & Director): A-list talent commands significant upfront fees plus backend participation.
- Production Design, Sets & Locations: Action films frequently require multiple international shooting locations, large-scale set construction, vehicle acquisitions and modifications, and specialized equipment , all of which drive production costs well above those of dialogue-driven genres.
What were the major cost factors in Paskal?
Several factors contributed to the overall production costs of "Paskal."
- Stunts: Stunts, Action Sequences & Visual Effects is one of the primary cost drivers in action productions of this scale.
- Above-the-Line Talent (Cast: Above-the-Line Talent (Cast & Director) is one of the primary cost drivers in action productions of this scale.
- Production Design: Production Design, Sets & Locations is one of the primary cost drivers in action productions of this scale.
How Does Paskal's Budget Compare to Similar Films?
At $2,200,000, Paskal sits in the micro-budget range. Here is how it compares to productions with a similar budget:
- Silenced (2011): Budget $2,200,000, Worldwide Gross $31,500,000
- A Clockwork Orange (1971): Budget $2,200,000, Worldwide Gross $27,033,812
- Minnal Murali (2021): Budget $2,111,711
- The Best Years of Our Lives (1946): Budget $2,100,000, Worldwide Gross $23,650,000
- The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover (1989): Budget $2,300,000, Worldwide Gross $7,724,701
The median budget for wide-release action films in the 2010s ranges from $30 to 80M for mid-budget to $150M+ for tentpoles.
Paskal Box Office Performance
"Paskal" earned $6,748,935 worldwide at the box office. Against a production budget of $2,200,000, the film performed strongly at the box office.
A film typically needs to earn approximately twice its production budget to cover marketing and distribution costs. For "Paskal," that break-even threshold was roughly $4,400,000. With worldwide earnings of $6,748,935, the film cleared that threshold comfortably.
- Production Budget: $2,200,000
- Worldwide Gross: $6,748,935
- Net Return: $4,548,935
- ROI: approximately 206.8%
At 206.8%, "Paskal" earned roughly $3.07 for every $1 invested in production.
Awards and Recognition
1 win & 6 nominations
Frequently Asked Questions
How much did it cost to make Paskal (2018)?
The production budget was $2,200,000, covering principal photography, visual effects, cast and crew salaries, locations, sets, post-production, and music. Marketing and distribution (P&A) costs are estimated at an additional $1,100,000 - $1,760,000, bringing the total studio investment to approximately $3,300,000 - $3,960,000.
How much did Paskal (2018) earn at the box office?
Paskal grossed $6,748,935 worldwide.
Was Paskal (2018) profitable?
Yes. Against a production budget of $2,200,000 and estimated total costs of ~$5,500,000, the film earned $6,748,935 theatrically - a 207% ROI on production costs alone.
What were the biggest costs in producing Paskal?
The primary cost drivers were above-the-line talent (Hairul Azreen, Ammar Alfian Aziz, Henley Hii); visual effects, practical stunts, and A-list talent compensation.
How does Paskal's budget compare to similar action films?
At $2,200,000, Paskal is classified as a micro-budget production. The median budget for wide-release action films in the 2010s ranges from $30 - 80M for mid-budget to $150M+ for tentpoles. Comparable budgets: Silenced (2011, $2,200,000); A Clockwork Orange (1971, $2,200,000); Minnal Murali (2021, $2,111,711).
Did Paskal (2018) go over budget?
There are no widely reported accounts of significant budget overruns for this production. However, studios rarely disclose precise budget overrun figures publicly. The reported production budget reflects the final estimated cost.
What was the return on investment (ROI) for Paskal?
The theatrical ROI was 206.8%, calculated as ($6,748,935 − $2,200,000) ÷ $2,200,000 × 100. This measures gross revenue against production budget only - it does not account for P&A or exhibitor shares.
What awards did Paskal (2018) win?
1 win & 6 nominations.
Who directed Paskal and who were the key crew members?
Directed by Adrian Teh, written by Adrian Teh, Keoh Chee Ang, Frank See, Anwari Ashraf, shot by Yong Choon Lin, with music by Jackey Yow, Tee Wei Chien, edited by Moray Toon, Monster Than.
Where was Paskal filmed?
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