Salaar vs Dunki: The Battle for Box Office Supremacy

The upcoming release of Prabhas’s action film Salaar and Shah Rukh Khan’s comedy-drama Dunki has sparked an intense box-office clash in India. With both mega-budget films releasing within a day of each other, tensions have flared over screen share allocations [1].

Salaar Trailer

Dunki Trailer

Salaar Takes Lead in Advance Bookings

As per early reports, Salaar has raced ahead of Dunki in advance booking sales. Prabhas’ mass action extravaganza has already collected ₹18 crore for opening day, while Dunki has earned ₹10.39 crore [2][3].

Analysts feel Salaar’s mass appeal gives it an edge, especially in the South Indian markets [4].

Salaar Protests Unequal Screen Share

However, the Salaar team has accused certain multiplex chains of prioritising Dunki and blocking shows for their film, triggering outrage among fans [5].

As a protest, they have withdrawn Salaar’s screening rights from PVR, INOX and Miraj cinemas in South India, where it was likely to see greater footfalls [6].

Impact on Collections

Industry experts predict that Salaar may emerge as the box office winner in mass belts like the Nizam region where Prabhas rules the roost [7].

However, the lack of shows in major multiplexes can impact Salaar’s earnings potential. Whether the producers arrive at a compromise or the clash intensifies in the days leading up to the release is to be seen.

Conclusion

With big stakes and wounded egos on both sides, the Salaar vs Dunki box office battle promises to be one for the ages. The audience can expect fireworks as two of India’s biggest stars, Prabhas and Shah Rukh Khan, face off during the extended Christmas weekend.

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