Salaar Rise Over Dunki: Prabhas Defeats The Box Office With ₹18 Crore Opening Day
December promises a box office showdown between two highly expected movies: Prabhas' dynamic actioner Salaar: Part 1 - Ceasefire and Shah Rukh Khan's charming Dunki. While both films are competing for box office glory, it appears Salaar has taken an early lead. According to Sacnilk.com, its bookings have already exceeded ₹18 crore, leaving Dunki following with ₹12 crore.
Dunki arrives first, gracing the silver screen on December 21st with its promise of laughter and drama. Shah Rukh Khan and Taapsee Pannu team up under the legendary Rajkumar Hirani's direction, making it an event not to be missed. But just a day later, on December 22nd, Prabhas releases his action prowess in Salaar: Part 1 - Ceasefire. Directed by Prashanth Neel, this film promises adrenaline-pumping thrills and electrifying stunts.
While the Salaar vs. Dunki battle might play out nationally, the languages smear a fascinating picture of early dominance. In Telugu, Salaar's roar is absolute, raking in over ₹14 crore with 632,000+ tickets sold. Malayalam repeats the sentiment, adding another ₹1.37 crore. But don't count Dunki out just yet! While weakening in these areas, it's making its presence felt in Tamil and Kannada, securing early wins with ₹63 lakh and ₹18.8 lakh respectively.
Dunki holds a regular lead, raking in over ₹11 crore compared to Salaar's ₹2 crore. But don't underestimate the power of IMAX! Both films saw a surge in premium bookings, with Salaar raking in a cool ₹23 lakh and Dunki pulling in nearly ₹80,000.
Across all languages and formats, Salaar has accumulated a massive ₹18.54 crore from over 860,000 tickets sold, showcasing its widespread appeal. Dunki, with its ₹11.46 crore from Hindi bookings, is certainly not playing catch-up.
About Dunki
Shah Rukh Khan's latest isn't just about one superstar—it's a journey fueled by the dreams of four friends. Taapsee Pannu, Boman Irani, and a special appearance by Vicky Kaushal join the adventure, all under the masterful direction of Rajkumar Hirani. This isn't a typical story of glamorous destinations; Dunki delves into the spirit and determination of those seeking a better life overseas. Prepare for laughter, tears, and maybe even a little sweat as these friends navigate the challenges and triumphs of chasing their dreams across borders. Dunki promises to be a rollercoaster of emotions that will leave you cheering for their ultimate success.
About Salaar
Salaar and Dunki stars are taking a much more chill approach. Helmed by the action-packed Prashanth Neel, Salaar boasts a stellar cast with Prabhas, Prithviraj Sukumaran, and Shruti Haasan leading the charge. Tinnu Anand and Jagapathi Babu add further firepower to the ensemble. But instead of throwing punches, Salaar's Prithviraj is throwing out good vibes. When asked about the clash with Dunki, he simply said, "It's a holiday season and we are all film lovers… we should be celebrating!" He even plans to catch both films on opening day – talk about the ultimate movie fan spirit!