Ajay Devgn’s Dhamaal 4 has finally arrived in cinemas, bringing back the popular comedy franchise with its star-studded cast. Despite generating strong pre-release buzz, the film received mixed reactions from audiences and critics, which appears to have affected its opening-day box office performance.
Dhamaal 4 Day 1 Box Office Collection
According to early estimates from Sacnilk, Dhamaal 4 earned ₹13.75 crore on its first day at the Indian box office. The film was screened across 10,669 shows nationwide, delivering a respectable start.
While the opening is better than several of Ajay Devgn’s recent releases, it could not match the impressive debut of Total Dhamaal, which collected ₹16.5 crore on its opening day in 2019. The latest installment also fell short of the reported ₹19 crore opening of Welcome To The Jungle, a figure that includes paid preview collections.
About Dhamaal 4
Directed by Indra Kumar, Dhamaal 4 is backed by T-Series Films, Panorama Studios, Devgn Films, Maruti International, and Anand Pandit Motion Pictures. The movie serves as the fourth chapter in the successful Dhamaal franchise and continues the story after Total Dhamaal (2019).
The ensemble cast includes Ajay Devgn, Arshad Warsi, Riteish Deshmukh, Jaaved Jaaferi, Ravi Kishan, Sanjay Mishra, Upendra Limaye, Anjali Anand, Sanjeeda Sheikh, Esha Gupta, and Vijay Patkar.
Story and Audience Response
The latest installment once again revolves around a treasure hunt, a concept that has been central to the franchise since its beginning. This time, the hunt follows the clue “M ke neeche,” replacing the earlier “W ke neeche” theme seen in previous films.
The film has received a mixed response from moviegoers. Many viewers have praised its light-hearted humour and the comic performances of Arshad Warsi, Riteish Deshmukh, and Sanjay Mishra. However, others have expressed disappointment with the repetitive storyline, weak screenplay, and the noticeable use of AI-generated visual effects.
Critics’ Verdict
Critics have also delivered mixed reviews. A review by Hindustan Times noted that while the film attempts to recreate the charm of the original, it relies heavily on nostalgia by repeating familiar story elements, music, and comedy. According to the review, the film struggles to recapture the magic that made the first Dhamaal such a memorable entertainer.
Ravi Kishan Confident About the Film
Before the release, actor Ravi Kishan expressed strong confidence in the project. Speaking to Hindustan Times, he said that Dhamaal 4 has the potential to revive Bollywood’s comedy genre. He praised the film’s writing, comic timing, and music, adding that he believes audiences will enjoy the jokes and that the film has all the ingredients to become a major box office success.
Final Word
With an opening-day collection of ₹13.75 crore, Dhamaal 4 has made a decent start but has fallen behind both Total Dhamaal and Welcome To The Jungle in terms of first-day earnings. Its long-term box office performance will now depend on audience word of mouth and how well it performs over the weekend.