Ajay Devgn's new comedy ‘Dhamaal 4’ opened to a strong ₹13.75 crore net on its first day, yet it could not surpass the opening record set by its predecessor ‘Total Dhamaal’. The film performed well in key territories but faced stiff competition from multiple simultaneous releases.
Key Takeaways
- Dhamaal 4 earns ₹13.75 cr net on Day 1
- Falls short of Total Dhamaal’s ₹16.5 cr opening
- Strong performance in Maharashtra and Delhi‑NCR despite crowded release slate
Ajay Devgn’s latest comedy, Dhamaal 4, hit theatres on July 10 and delivered a robust opening, netting approximately ₹13.75 crore on its first day. Directed by Indra Kumar, the fourth instalment of the beloved franchise quickly emerged as the biggest new release among a crowded slate of films.
Opening Day Figures and Projections
Trade portal Sacnilk reported a net collection of ₹13.75 crore in India, translating to a gross of about ₹16.50 crore domestically. Overseas earnings added roughly ₹5 crore, bringing the worldwide opening‑day gross to just over ₹21.50 crore. These numbers slightly outperformed early trade expectations of ₹12‑13 crore, indicating solid audience interest.
Comparison with Franchise Benchmarks
Despite the solid start, Dhamaal 4 fell short of the franchise benchmark set by Total Dhamaal, which opened to ₹16.5 crore. The recent comedy Welcome To The Jungle also outshone Dhamaal 4’s debut, having collected around ₹19 crore including paid previews. The gap underscores the rising bar for comedy sequels in an increasingly competitive market.
Geographic Performance and Competitive Landscape
The film’s strongest markets were Maharashtra and the Delhi‑NCR region, where the Dhamaal brand enjoys a loyal fan base. However, it released alongside heavyweight titles such as Akshay Kumar’s Welcome To The Jungle, Alia Bhatt’s Alpha, the Telugu action drama Lenin, and Hollywood imports like Evil Dead Burn and the live‑action Moana. In this crowded environment, Dhamaal 4 secured the title of the day’s biggest new release, positioning it well for a potentially profitable weekend.
Critical Reception and Outlook
India Today gave the film a modest 1.5‑star rating, noting that while the treasure‑hunt formula remains familiar, the narrative feels “as elusive as the treasure itself.” The ensemble cast—Ajay Devgn as Guddu, supported by Sanjay Mishra, Arshad Warsi, Riteish Deshmukh, and Jaaved Jaaferi—maintains the franchise’s comedic rhythm. Newcomers such as Anjali Anand, Ravi Kishan, Sanjeeda Shaikh, and Esha Gupta appear briefly and add little to the storyline. Nonetheless, positive word‑of‑mouth and family‑friendly positioning could drive steady growth through Saturday and Sunday.
