Salaar Inches Toward 600 Crore Mark at Worldwide Box Office, Salaar is on track to become Prabhas’ third 600 crore film at the worldwide box office. The action thriller has grossed an estimated 572.50 crores in 13 days and is expected to cross the 600 crore mark within the next few days.
Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire, featuring the charismatic Prabhas, has taken the global box office by storm, securing its place among the top-grossing south Indian films. Renowned film trade analyst, Manobala Vijayabalan, recently shared the film’s remarkable worldwide box office performance on X (formerly Twitter), revealing that Salaar has entered the prestigious ₹650 crore club alongside cinematic giants like Rajinikanth’s Jailer, SS Rajamouli’s RRR, and Baahubali 2. Let’s delve into the numbers and explore Salaar’s monumental success.
Despite facing competition from Dunki, Salaar is maintaining a steady pace at the box office. The action thriller, starring Prabhas, is expected to cross the 600 crore mark worldwide within the next few days.
Here are the key takeaways from Salaar’s box office performance so far:
- Worldwide gross collection: 572.50 crores (estimates) in 13 days
- Indian net collection: 375 crores (estimates) in 13 days
- Overseas gross collection: 130 crores
Salaar is on track to become Prabhas’ third 600 crore film
With just 27.50 crores gross needed to reach the 600 crore mark, Salaar is poised to join Baahubali: The Beginning and Baahubali 2: The Conclusion as Prabhas’ third film to achieve this milestone.
Salaar is also set to surpass Dangal’s lifetime collection in India
Salaar is currently just a few crores away from beating the lifetime collection of Aamir Khan’s Dangal (387.39 crores) at the Indian box office. If it does, it will become the 10th highest-grossing Indian film of all time.
Salaar’s Ascent: Third Highest Telugu Grosser
Salaar’s triumph is highlighted by its position as the third-highest-grossing Telugu film, standing tall after the monumental successes of Baahubali 2 and RRR. The film’s remarkable journey to ₹650 crore has undoubtedly solidified its place in the annals of Telugu cinema history.
Worldwide Box Office Triumph
Manobala Vijayabalan, in his tweet, unveiled Salaar’s astounding box office figures, stating, “Salaar worldwide box office… Prabhas’ Salaar ENTERS ₹650 crore club on its 13th Day.” Salaar proudly shares this elite club with cinematic gems like Baahubali, Jailer, 2.0, KGF: Chapter 2, RRR, and Baahubali 2.
Day-wise Breakdown
Breaking down the numbers, Vijayabalan shared Salaar’s daily box office collections. The film’s incredible journey saw a stellar opening on day one, raking in ₹176.52 crore. Subsequent days maintained a strong momentum, showcasing the film’s widespread appeal. Salaar’s consistent performance over the first thirteen days culminated in a staggering total of ₹650.41 crore.
- Day 1: ₹176.52 crore
- Day 2: ₹101.39 crore
- Day 3: ₹95.24 crore
- Day 4: ₹76.91 crore
- Day 5: ₹40.17 crore
- Day 6: ₹31.62 crore
- Day 7: ₹20.78 crore
- Day 8: ₹14.21 crore
- Day 9: ₹21.45 crore
- Day 10: ₹23.09 crore
- Day 11: ₹25.81 crore
- Day 12: ₹12.15 crore
- Day 13: ₹11.07 crore
Salaar’s phenomenal run at the box office exemplifies its widespread popularity and undeniable success.
Surpassing Telugu Titans
Vijayabalan, on a previous occasion, declared Salaar as the third highest-grossing Telugu film, surpassing the lifetime figures of Baahubali 2 and Jailer, firmly establishing itself as the fifth highest-grossing film from the south. The tweet highlighted the ₹650 crore club heroes, with Prabhas leading the charge with three entries, followed by Rajinikanth with two, and Yash, Jr NTR, and Ram Charan with one each.
A Glimpse into ₹650 Crore South Films
Delving into the realm of ₹650 crore south films, it’s essential to recognize the contributions of other cinematic masterpieces. Yash’s KGF: Chapter 2, a 2022 Kannada period action film, showcases the prowess of Prashanth Neel as the writer and director, boasting a stellar cast including Sanjay Dutt, Raveena Tandon, and more.
Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, directed by SS Rajamouli, stands as a 2017 Telugu action drama and a sequel/prequel to Baahubali: The Beginning. The star-studded cast includes Prabhas, Rana Daggubati, Anushka Shetty, and Tamannaah Bhatia.
SS Rajamouli’s 2022 Telugu period action film, RRR, features Jr NTR, Ram Charan, Ajay Devgn, Alia Bhatt, and others, adding another glorious chapter to the director’s illustrious career.
The 2018 Tamil fantasy action film, 2.0, directed by S Shankar and starring Rajinikanth, serves as a standalone sequel to Enthiran (2010), showcasing the superstar in a triple role.
Rajinikanth’s Jailer, another ₹650 crore plus film, includes a stellar cast with Vasanth Ravi, Tamannaah Bhatia, and Kannada superstar Shiva Rajkumar in a special appearance, alongside Jackie Shroff and Mohanlal.
About Salaar
Salaar, a Telugu action film written and directed by Prashanth Neel, stars Prabhas and Prithviraj Sukumaran in lead roles. The film boasts an impressive supporting cast, including Shruti Haasan, Jagapathi Babu, and Bobby Simha. As Salaar continues to captivate audiences, the anticipation for the sequel builds, promising another blockbuster from Prashanth Neel’s cinematic universe.
FAQs
- Q: What is the lifetime collection of Salaar expected to be?
- A: The lifetime collection of Salaar is expected to be in the range of 620-630 crores gross.
- Q: Will Salaar beat the lifetime collection of Baahubali: The Beginning?
- A: It is unlikely that Salaar will be able to cross the 650 crores lifetime of Baahubali: The Beginning.
- Q: What are the other high-grossing Indian films of all time?
- A: The other high-grossing Indian films of all time include Dangal, 2.0, and Baahubali 2: The Conclusion.
