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The release of Rajkumar Hirani's film, 'Dunki', starring Shah Rukh Khan in the lead role, was met with anticipation and excitement among fans and critics alike. The movie, which hit the screens on December 21, was expected to make a significant impact at the box office. In this article, we will delve into the box office collection of 'Dunki' on its opening day and compare it with Shah Rukh Khan's previous films released in 2023.
Box Office Collection: Day 1
'Dunki' had a promising start at the domestic box office, earning a commendable Rs 30 crore on its first day, as per industry tracker Sacnilk1. While this figure is impressive, it is worth noting that 'Dunki' had the lowest opening among Shah Rukh Khan's films released in 2023. For instance, 'Pathaan' garnered Rs 57 crore on its opening day, while 'Jawan' earned approximately Rs 89.5 crore on its first day1. Despite this, the collection is expected to increase over the weekend due to positive word of mouth and the film's genre.
Film trade analyst Sumit Kadel expressed optimism about the film's performance, stating that strong word of mouth could ensure terrific trending from Saturday to Monday1. It remains to be seen how the release of Prabhas' 'Salaar: Part 1 - Ceasefire' will impact the collections of 'Dunki' in the coming days.
Plot and Cast
'Dunki' is a comedy-drama film that revolves around the concept of 'donkey flight,' an illegal immigration technique. The film explores themes of friendships, borders, nostalgia for home, and love. Directed by Rajkumar Hirani, the movie features a talented ensemble cast including Shah Rukh Khan, Taapsee Pannu, Vicky Kaushal, Boman Irani, Vikram Kochhar, and Anil Grover2.
Conclusion
'Dunki' has made a promising start at the box office, earning Rs 30 crore on its opening day. While the film had the lowest opening among Shah Rukh Khan's films released in 2023, positive word of mouth and the film's genre are expected to contribute to its success in the coming days. The comedy-drama, directed by Rajkumar Hirani, explores the concept of 'donkey flight' and features a stellar cast including Shah Rukh Khan, Taapsee Pannu, Vicky Kaushal, and more. As the film continues to captivate audiences, it remains to be seen how it will fare against the release of Prabhas' 'Salaar: Part 1 - Ceasefire'.
