The Indian box office witnessed a spectacular showdown on January 1 as two major films, Prabhas’ ‘Salaar’ and Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Dunki’, vied for the top spot.
‘Salaar’ Dominates with Impressive Numbers
‘Salaar’ emerged as a box office giant, selling a whopping 6,42,633 tickets across 7837 shows, with a notable occupancy rate of 31.35%. This impressive performance reflects the audience’s anticipation and the star power of Prabhas.
National Chain Revenues for ‘Salaar’
The film performed exceptionally well in national cinema chains:
- PVR recorded 79,054 ticket sales, generating ₹2.15 crore.
- INOX followed with 54,106 tickets, totaling ₹1.49 crore.
- Cinepolis also saw significant sales with 54,812 tickets and ₹1.40 crore in revenue.
Overall Box Office Collection of ‘Salaar’
Collectively, ‘Salaar’ amassed a remarkable total of ₹12.03 crore from all theatres, marking a triumphant start for the film.
‘Dunki’ Puts Up a Strong Fight
Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Dunki’, though trailing behind ‘Salaar’, still made a strong impact with 3,32,966 tickets sold from 5667 shows, achieving an occupancy rate of 24.08%.
National Chain Revenues for ‘Dunki’
- PVR led the way with 74,051 tickets, contributing ₹2.77 crore to the total.
- INOX added 56,289 tickets, with earnings of ₹1.91 crore.
- Cinepolis contributed 31,970 tickets, amassing ₹1.18 crore.
‘Dunki’s’ Overall Box Office Performance
The total box office collection for ‘Dunki’ reached ₹8.57 crore across all theatres, a commendable figure considering the stiff competition from ‘Salaar’.
The January 1 box office results not only highlight the continued popularity of big stars like Prabhas and Shah Rukh Khan but also reflect the diverse preferences of the Indian audience. Both films, with their unique appeal, have set a high benchmark for the year’s cinematic offerings.
