Dunki Box Office Day 19: SRK’s Film To See A Major Drop In Numbers After Crossing 216 Crore
January 9, 2024Dunki: A Box Office Journey with Surprises and Challenges
2024 has dawned, but the Indian box office is still buzzing with the tailwinds of 2023’s biggest releases. Shah Rukh Khan’s “Dunki,” directed by Rajkumar Hirani and tackling the issue of illegal immigration, is one such film keeping audiences glued to their seats.
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While its opening was decent, weekdays saw a dip in collections. However, “Dunki” persevered, entering the coveted 200 crore club by New Year’s. The second week brought another decline, but the third weekend offered a sigh of relief.
According to a report published in Sacnilk, Dunki is likely to see a massive dip in number today and might be struggling to cross Rs 2 crores mark at the box office. May Earn Around Rs. 1.6 cr at Indian box office
Numbers Game:
- Day 17 (Saturday): Rs 3.6 crores
- Day 18 (Third Sunday): Rs 4.54 crores
- Total collection: Rs 216.86 crores
- Worldwide gross: Rs 444.44 crores (as of January 8, 2024)
Challenges and Competition:
Despite the recent surge, “Dunki” faces challenges. Katrina Kaif and Vijay Sethupathi’s “Merry Christmas” hits theaters this week, potentially impacting its performance. Additionally, Prabhas and Prithviraj Sukumaran’s “Salaar” has emerged as a formidable competitor.
Salaar’s Stellar Rise:
- Opening day collection: Rs 90.7 crores (record-breaking!)
- Worldwide collection in 4 days: Rs 400 crores
- Enters Rs 600 crore club within days
