Dunki Box Office Collection Day 1 – Dunki collected Rs 30 crore nett on its opening day (day 1) at the domestic box office across all languages. This is lower than the day 1 collections of Shah Rukh Khan’s previous 2023 blockbusters – Pathaan (Rs 57 crore) and Jawan (Rs 89.5 crore). However, it has still managed to fare better than other major releases like:

• Adipurush: Rs 36 crore
• Sanju: Rs 34.75 crore

Day	Date	Amount
Day 1	21-12-2023	₹ 30 cr.
Day 2	22-12-2023	Comming Soon
Day 3	23-12-2023	Comming Soon

Helmed by acclaimed director Rajkumar Hirani and co-starring Taapsee Pannu and Vicky Kaushal, Dunki has posted a healthy opening day total despite having a non-holiday release. Further growth is expected over the Christmas weekend due to positive word of mouth.

Dunki’s day 1 box office collection of Rs 30 crore marks Shah Rukh Khan’s lowest opening this year. It pales in comparison to his other 2023 superhits like Jawan (Rs 89.5 crore) and 

Pathaan (Rs 57 crore). However, Dunki’s opening day earnings are higher than:

Movie	Collection
Adipurush	Rs 36 crore
Sanju	Rs 34.75 crore

Directed by Rajkumar Hirani, Dunki falls in the social drama genre and hit screens on Thursday — a midweek non-holiday release. Despite this, it has managed a respectable Day 1 total and the numbers are expected to see a boost over the Christmas weekend owing to positive word-of-mouth.

Dunki stars SRK in the lead along with Taapsee Pannu and Vicky Kaushal in key roles. Initial reviews suggest that fans are appreciating SRK’s performance. Financially though, Dunki’s opening is nowhere close to Pathaan and Jawan’s massive day 1 collections. A strong trending over the extended Christmas weekend is crucial for recovery.

Dunki has been directed by one of Bollywood’s most successful filmmakers – Rajkumar Hirani who is known for delivering hits like 3 Idiots, PK, Sanju etc. Earlier, his 2018 directorial Sanju starring Ranbir Kapoor had posted an opening day collection of Rs 34.75 crore. In comparison, Dunki’s day 1 earnings are lower at Rs 30 crore.

Hirani’s films are known for their strong emotional quotient and subject driven narratives. Some of his notable works include:

• 3 Idiots
• PK
• Sanju

In Dunki, he has collaborated with the King of Bollywood – Shah Rukh Khan who is on a dream run in 2023 with blockbusters like Pathaan and Jawan under his belt. Dunki also brings together a stellar ensemble cast featuring:

• SRK
• Taapsee Pannu
• Vicky Kaushal
• Boman Irani

Despite lower opening day numbers compared to his last directorial venture, trade pundits predict Dunki to benefit from strong word-of-mouth and show substantial growth owing to the Christmas weekend.

Dunki stars Bollywood Badshah Shah Rukh Khan in the lead role. Even though it has posted the lowest opening day collection (Rs 30 crore) among his 2023 releases, it has managed to fare better than previous SRK films like Zero (Rs 19.35 crore).

• Dunki day 1 collection – Rs 30 crore
• Zero day 1 collection – Rs 19.35 crore

SRK has delivered two mammoth hits earlier this year:

• Pathaan: Rs 57 crore (Day 1)
• Jawan: Rs 89.5 crore (Day 1)

Helmed by ace director Rajkumar Hirani, Dunki also features SRK’s co-stars:

Actor	Previous Hirani films
Taapsee Pannu	–
Vicky Kaushal	–

Trade analysts predict that Dunki will benefit from the Christmas weekend boost and is likely to set the cash registers ringing based on Shah Rukh Khan’s formidable box office pull. With India’s biggest superstar leading from the front, Dunki is expected to record impressive lifetime earnings owing to strong script and overall entertainment quotient.

Alongside Shah Rukh Khan, Dunki also stars talented actresses Taapsee Pannu and Vicky Kaushal in key roles. Both have previously showcased their acting mettle through acclaimed performances:

Taapsee Pannu

• Pink
• Badla
• Thappad

Vicky Kaushal:

• Masaan
• Sanju
• Sardar Udham

Moreover, Dunki is helmed by one of India’s most celebrated directors – Rajkumar Hirani who has delivered blockbusters like Sanju, 3 Idiots, PK etc. His last directorial Sanju minted Rs 34.75 crore on opening day. In comparison, Dunki has amassed Rs 30 crore on its first day.

Despite a lower start, trade experts predict Dunki’s box office prospects to grow exponentially over the extended Christmas weekend on account of glowing word-of-mouth publicity. With SRK’s star power combined with Hirani’s directorial brilliance, Dunki is expected to be a huge money-spinner in the long run.

Dunki hit the theatrical screens on 21st December 2022. Unlike most big-budget Bollywood releases, it opted for a midweek non-holiday release on a Thursday as opposed to the more conventional Friday opening.

Moreover, Dunki’s release timing clashed with another major South biggie – Salaar starring Prabhas:

• Dunki release date – 21st Dec 2022
• Salaar release date – 23rd Dec 2022

Despite the challenges posed by its release strategy, Dunki managed to post a healthy opening day collection of Rs 30 crore. As per trade experts, Dunki is likely to mint massive revenues over the extended Christmas weekend.

Movies Releasing Over Christmas Weekend

Dunki

Salaar

With the holidays coming up, both films are set to benefit from increased footfalls. However, Dunki is at an advantage being SRK’s film combined with positive word-of-mouth and Rajkumar Hirani’s directorial draw. A long theatrical run is on the cards.

Despite posting the lowest opening day collection among SRK’s 2023 releases, Dunki has managed to surpass the first day earnings of previous box office hits like Sanju and Adipurush.

Movie	Day 1 Collection
Dunki	Rs 30 crore
Sanju	Rs 34.75 crore
Adipurush	Rs 36 crore

Moreover, Dunki has scored higher than SRK’s 2018 debacle Zero which could only collect Rs 19.35 crore on its opening day.

Dunki Box Office Collection: Dunki’s OTT Details

• Released theatrically on 21st December 2022
• Digital premiere after 8 weeks theatrical run

Helmed by Rajkumar Hirani who has delivered hits like Sanju, 3 idiots, PK etc, Dunki is benefiting from his directorial goodwill. With excellet WOM combined with the Christmas weekend factor, the film is gearing up for a long & profitable run at the box office.

Dunki casts SRK as the male lead supported by talents like Taapsee Pannu and Vicky Kaushal. Initial reviews suggest a winning combo that’s striking a chord with the audiences.

Despite a lower opening day collection versus his previous 2023 biggies, trade experts predict Dunki to witness exponential growth in box office revenues over the extended Christmas holiday weekend.

Word-of-Mouth:

• Critics Rating: ⭐⭐⭐
• Audience Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

As evident from the high audience rating, the film is being appreciated for its comedy and emotional quotient.

Dunki Highlghts:

• Rajkumar Hirani’s direction
• SRK’s performance
• Supporting cast – Taapsee Pannu, Vicky Kaushal

Further, as a big-ticket Bollywood release, Dunki faces no major competition from other Hindi films this weekend. Consecutively, it is expected to dominate most screens.

Weekend Screen Share Forecast

Dunki – 75%

Salaar – 15%

Others – 10%

Thus, powered by positive WOM and unhindered screen access, Dunki is gearing up for a Power-Packed Weekend at the box office.

Dunki is directed by ace filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani who is regarded among the most successful directors of contemporary Bollywood. His films fall in the slice-of-life, comedy-drama genre highlighting social issues.

Some Hirani Directorial Ventures:

• Sanju
• PK
• 3 Idiots

Much like his previous hits, Dunki also qualifies as a social drama revolving around the sensitive topic of illegal immigration.

Dunki Plot:

• Lead protagonist SRK accidentally reaches Punjab
• Falls in love with Taapsee Pannu’s character
• In urgent need of money, the couple later emigrate to Canada illegally through the ‘donkey flight’ route

Made on a budget of approx ₹200 crores, Dunki is a typical Rajkumar Hirani directorial focusing on a serious subject but dealt with his brand of humour, emotional quotients and stellar casting.

Despite budget constraints, the movie offers high on entertainment value – case in point its high audience WOM rating. Thus the film is being touted as a potential superhit by trade pundits.

Despite posting the lowest opening day collection among SRK’s 2023 movies, trade analysts predict exponential growth for Dunki over the extended Christmas weekend.

Factors Driving Dunki’s Growth:

• Improved footfalls during holidays
• Unabated screen share
• Positive social media chatter and word-of-mouth

Further, with Rajkumar Hirani helming the film coupled by SRK’s star power, Dunki is expected to trend very well.

Comparative Lifetime Business Forecast:

Movie	Collection
Sanju	Rs 342 crore
Dunki*	Rs 240-260 crore

*projected estimate

Thus, Dunki is undoubtedly poised for a long and successful box office run. Despite lower early numbers, the film will enter the coveted 100 crore club soon backed by the Christmas cheer.

With India’s biggest superstar leading from the front along with Hirani’s skilled direction, Dunki’s roaring success is guaranteed in the long haul.