'Dhamaal 4' Opening Day Box Office Fails to Surpass Predecessor

Anirudh Jain - Kolkata Bureau Jul 11, 2026 4,000 Views

Dhamaal 4, directed by Indra Kumar and starring Ajay Devgn, opened to an estimated Rs 13.75 crore net domestically, totaling Rs 21.5 crore worldwide. Despite being the day's top new release, it fell short of the opening figures set by its predecessor, Total Dhamaal, amidst mixed critical and audience reviews.

Despite a promising start, Ajay Devgn’s latest comedy adventure falls short of the opening figures set by the franchise’s previous installment.

MUMBAI — Dhamaal 4, the highly anticipated fourth installment in the popular comedy franchise, arrived in theaters on July 10, 2026. While the film managed to secure a respectable opening, industry reports indicate that it has failed to surpass the opening-day performance of its predecessor, Total Dhamaal.

Directed by Indra Kumar, the film brings back the franchise’s core ensemble, including Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, and Jaaved Jaaferi. The narrative follows the group on a new, chaotic treasure-hunt adventure. Despite the star power and nostalgic appeal, early box office figures have left analysts looking toward the upcoming weekend to determine the film's long-term commercial trajectory.

Opening Day Performance and Figures

According to data from industry tracker Sacnilk, Dhamaal 4 earned an estimated Rs 13.75 crore net at the domestic box office on its first day. When accounting for gross collections, the figure stands at approximately Rs 16.5 crore. With an additional Rs 5 crore generated from international markets, the film’s worldwide gross reached an estimated Rs 21.5 crore on its opening day.

The film was screened across 10,669 shows, registering an overall occupancy of 24.54%. Footfalls showed a progressive trend throughout the day, starting at 8.38% in morning shows and peaking at 42% during the night screenings. While the film outperformed some of Ajay Devgn’s recent releases, such as De De Pyaar De 2 and Son of Sardaar 2, it did not match the initial momentum of Total Dhamaal, which had opened at Rs 16.5 crore net.

Competitive Theatrical Landscape

The box office performance of Dhamaal 4 is being analyzed within the context of a crowded release calendar. The film is currently contending with several other major releases, including the Alia Bhatt-starrer Alpha and Akshay Kumar’s Welcome To The Jungle, which had debuted two weeks prior.

"The film faced significant competition from multiple Hindi, South Indian, and international titles, which impacted its screen share," said an industry analyst. Despite this, the film emerged as the day's highest-grossing new release, buoyed by strong performances in key markets like Delhi-NCR and Mumbai.

Official Sources

According to the film’s production house, T-Series, and official industry tracking reports from Bollywood Hungama and trade analysts, the film’s performance reflects a "solid but measured" start. The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) awarded the film a U/A 13+ certificate, ensuring a wide reach for family audiences. The studio maintains that the project was designed as a "clean entertainer" to appeal to a broad demographic.

Why It Matters

For investors and fans of the franchise, the performance of Dhamaal 4 is a critical indicator of the current appetite for slapstick comedy in the Indian theatrical market. The film’s ability to grow over the weekend will determine whether it can achieve the high-margin status of its predecessors. For the distributors, the "mixed" initial reception—characterized by praise for the nostalgia and criticism regarding its use of technical visual effects—highlights the evolving expectations of the modern cinema-going audience.

Key Facts at a Glance

Domestic Opening: The film earned an estimated Rs 13.75 crore net.
Worldwide Gross: The global opening-day total stands at approximately Rs 21.5 crore.
Occupancy: The film recorded an overall daily occupancy of 24.54%, peaking at 42% during late-night shows.
Cast: The ensemble features Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, Jaaved Jaaferi, and newcomers to the series like Ravi Kishan and Esha Gupta.

FAQ Section

Did Dhamaal 4 break any opening records? No, the film failed to surpass the opening-day collection of the 2019 installment, Total Dhamaal.
Where is the film seeing the strongest response? Key urban markets, specifically Delhi-NCR and Mumbai, have recorded the highest show counts and occupancy rates.
Will there be a sequel? There has been no official announcement regarding a fifth installment, with studio focus currently on the performance of this release.
What are the primary criticisms? While fans have praised the nostalgia, some reviewers have criticized the film's reliance on certain technical visual elements and uneven humor.