Dunki Box Office Day 1: How Will Shah Rukh Khan’s “Dunki” Fare Against Top Indian Openers of 2023?

The highly anticipated release of Shah Rukh Khan’s “Dunki” on December 21 has garnered significant attention, with expectations high for its performance on its opening day at the Indian box office.

Shah Rukh Khan’s much-awaited return to the silver screen after a two-year hiatus has generated immense anticipation.

Teaming up for the first time with renowned director Rajkumar Hirani in “Dunki,” set to hit screens before Christmas, the movie is anticipated to make a significant impact at the Indian box office. However, the burning question remains: Will it secure a spot among 2023’s top Indian openers? Let’s delve into this discussion below!

Shah Rukh Khan and Rajkumar Hirani – The names are enough!

Throughout his career, Hirani has delivered iconic films, and the prospect of his collaboration with Shah Rukh Khan has long been a fervent desire among fans.

Shah Rukh Khan has demonstrated adeptness in portraying emotional scenes, and coupled with Hirani’s directorial guidance in “Dunki,” the excitement among audiences has reached its pinnacle. The mere association of these two stalwarts is anticipated to draw audiences to cinemas.

Shah Rukh Khan is already in the top 10 Indian openers!

The year 2023 has marked an exceptional run for Shah Rukh Khan. His return to the box office was historic with “Pathaan,” followed by an even more significant success with “Jawan.”

Both films made an astounding impact, securing positions among the top Indian openers of the year. “Pathaan” amassed a staggering 57 crores on its first day in Indian box office collections, while “Jawan” soared higher, reaching 75 crores.

Will Dunki enter the list?

“Pathaan” and “Jawan” belonged to the action genre, known for their hardcore commercial appeal, which enabled them to achieve historic numbers on their opening days.

“Dunki” presents a different scenario. It’s not positioned as a major event release, so the opening figures might not reach those exceptional levels.

Yet, Rajkumar Hirani’s esteemed reputation and Shah Rukh Khan’s star power are expected to propel “Dunki” significantly. There’s a strong possibility for it to secure a spot among the top 10 Indian openers of 2023.

In the current context, the film is anticipated to gross 30 crores or more, positioning “Dunki” as a viable contender to enter the list of top openers for the year.

Here’s a rundown of the top 10 Indian openers of 2023:

• Adipurush – 89 crores
• Jawan – 75 crores
• Leo – 66 crores
• Animal – 63.80 crores
• Pathaan – 57 crores
• Jailer – 49 crores
• Tiger 3 – 44.50 crores
• Gadar 2 – 40.10 crores
• Veera Simha Reddy – 34 crores
• Bro – 30 crores

Please note, these box office figures are based on estimates and assorted sources, and they haven’t been independently verified.

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