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Dunki release, review highlights: Shah Rukh Khan, Rajkumar Hirani's film likely to open at Rs 30 crore

Written By Aman Wadhwa | Updated: Dec 21, 2023, 09:00 PM IST

Dunki also stars Taapsee Pannu, Vicky Kaushal, Boman Irani, Anil Grover, and Vikram Kochhar in the leading roles. Shah Rukh Khan and Rajkumar Hirani's film clashes at the box office with Prabhas and Prashanth Neel's pan-India actioner Salaar.

The Dunki day is finally here. Shah Rukh Khan and Rajkumar Hirani's much-awaited comedy-drama has now released in the theatres worldwide on Thursday, January 21. Based on the concept of illegal immigration, the film also stars Taapsee Pannu, Vicky Kaushal, Vikram Kochhar, Anil Grover, and Boman Irani in pivotal roles. 

With Dunki, Shah Rukh is eyeing his third blockbuster of the year. The actor began 2023 with Siddharth Anand-directed action entertainer Pathaan in January, which collected over Rs 1000 crore globally. In September, the superstar broke his own record with Atlee's masala actioner Jawan, whose worldwide gross earnings were over Rs 1100 crore. Since Rajkumar Hirani's last three films namely 3 Idiots, PK, and Sanju have also been blockbusters, audiences are expecting an SRK hat-trick at the box office.

Early prediction of Dunki box office day one is here

As per the industry tracker portal, Sacnilk, Dunki is likely to collect Rs 30 crores in India from all the languages. As the portal reported, Dunki had an overall 25.71% Hindi occupancy on Thursday.

Salaar actor Prithviraj Sukumaran is looking forward to Dunki, calls the clash 'biggest festive season' for moviegoers

Prithviraj Sukumaran, who will be clashing with Shah Rukh Khan's Dunki with his and Prabhas-starrer Salaar, reacts to the clash. A fan shared a video of a News18 interview, in which Prithviraj admitted that he is a huge fan of Shah Rukh Khan, director Rajkumar Hirani, and he will be watching Dunki. 

Here's the video

Impressed fans clap during closing credits 

A video of fans giving a round of applause during the closing credits of Shah Rukh Khan-starrer Dunki has surfaced online. The film has impressed the audience who cannot stop cheering and hooting for it in the theatre.

Aamir Khan sends best wishes to Dunki

Aamir Khan, who has worked with Rajkumar Hirani in several films, shared a video message sending him best wishes for his latest release Dunki. In the video message, the actor said, "He is one of my favorite directors. Congratulations, Raju, on completing 20 years. We are all excited to see what magic you and Shah Rukh have created with your upcoming film Dunki. Wishing you all the very best. You will be graced by success as you pursue capability. Lots of love."

Shaan shares why his song is not part of Dunki

Shaan took to his Twitter and shared a message, "Good Morning !!! Aaj #Dunki Day hai … I'm super excited!! CAN’T WAIT TO SEE IT !! I’m sure Everyone is Going to love the Movie !!! I just want to clear the air about why my song was not part of the film ..the song, a beautiful breezy duet ( with@shreyaghoshal) “Durr kahi Durr” was recorded and also picturized in Kashmir .. but on the edit table .. it was #RajuHirani ‘s call to drop the song .. (after a lot of contemplation.. ) He was very transparent about it with me.. and I really appreciate that.. and I fully understand that the Film is a top priority. Hopefully, You will get to hear the Song in His Future Project .. but not in #Dunki."

Dunki review

DNA review states that There is a lot to like about Dunki. It comes at a time when immigration – the kind where people risk their lives – is on the rise globally. People are escaping war and poverty in search of a better life in the West, where countries are closing their borders to these asylum seekers. The issue is relevant and poignant. The setting is real and the emotional core is in place. And yet... Read full review here 

Netizens hoot and whistle in theatres on Shah Rukh Khan's entry

Shah Rukh Khan has film has finally hit the theatres and fans are going crazy in theatres. One of the fans shared a video from a theatre showing Dunki which shows the audience hooting and whistling at Shah Rukh Khan’s entry into the film

Sham Kaushal expresses gratitude as Dunki releases

Vicky Kaushal's father Sham Kaushal expresses gratitude as Dunki releases in theatres, He took to his Instagram and wrote, "Write a May God bless our film with all the success. Thanking God & Mr. Raj Kumar Hirani for giving us the opportunity as (Action Director) & Vicky Kaushal (special appearance) to be part of this film. Combination of Rajuji, SRK & Tapsi at their best. Rab Rakha."

Shah Rukh Khan shares message for fans

As Dunki hits the theatres, Shah Rukh Khan urges his fans to see the film in theatre. The actor took to his Twitter and wrote, “Yeh Dunki jaha se shuru huyi thi...Hum bhi wahin se karenge start...Ab aa bhi jaao Cinemas mein...Our rollercoaster ride is ready to depart!”

Fans burst crackers to celebrate Dunki's release in Patna

Shah Rukh Khan fans celebrate Dunki's earliest show at iconic Gaiety Cinema

After organising the first 9 am show for Pathaan and the first 6 am show for Jawan at Mumbai’s iconic Gaiety cinema, the actor's fanclub SRK Universe set record with the 5:55 am show for Dunki in the morning today. The fans were seen celebrating the film's release with dhols and crackers. A large cut-out of Shah Rukh was also illuminated with fireworks.  The actor himself acknowledged their efforts as he reposted their videos and wrote, "Thank u guys and girls have a good show and hope u all get entertained by #Dunki."

Audiences groove to Lutt Putt Gaya in theatres

Several videos are trending in which audiences are seen grooving to Lutt Putt Gaya in the theatres. Viral clips also show them throwing confetti in the cinema halls while the song, composed by Pritam, sung by Arijit Singh, and written by Swanand Kirkire, is being played on the big screen.


Dunki vs Salaar

This is Rajkumar Hirani's fifth directorial after Munna Bhai MBBS (2003), Lage Raho Munna Bhai (2006), 3 Idiots (2009), PK (2014), and Sanju (2018). All his previous films have been critically and commercially acclaimed with the last three turning out to be huge money spinners. The director had wanted to collaborate with King Khan in Munna Bhai MBBS and 3 Idiots also.

Dunki clashes at the box office with Prabhas and Prithviraj Sukumaran's pan-India actioner Salaar, which arrives a day later on December 22. Also starring Shruti Haasan, Jagapathi Babu, Bobby Simha, and Eeswari Rao, the film is directed by Prashanth Neel, whose KGF Chapter 1 had also clashed with Shah Rukh Khan's Zero in December 2018.