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Ustaad Bhagat Singh star and Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan has secured a significant victory in the legal arena. The High Court has officially dismissed a petition that sought to restrain him from acting in films while holding a constitutional post. The petition, filed by former IAS officer Vijay Kumar, had alleged misuse of power and claimed that legal procedures were not followed regarding the ticket price hike for his film Hari Hara Veera Mallu. This verdict comes as a major boost for the superstar as he balances his political responsibilities with his cinematic career. During the legal proceedings, Pawan Kalyans legal team argued that there is no statutory or legal restriction preventing a Minister or Chief Minister from acting in films. They maintained that the ticket price hike was approved following a standard request from the producers. The court's decision to dismiss the petition reinforces the legal standing that public representatives are not barred from pursuing their professional careers in the arts. This development arrives while his latest release, Ustaad Bhagat Singh, continues its theatrical run across the globe. In terms of box office performance, Ustaad Bhagat Singh has completed its first six days with a worldwide gross collection of 86.47 crore. On its first Tuesday (Day 6), the film collected an estimated 1.75 crore net in India across 2,709 shows. The total India net collection now stands at 64.60 crore, while the domestic gross has reached 76.05 crore. The film witnessed an occupancy of around 19.0 percent on Tuesday, reflecting the typical weekday trend after a massive opening weekend. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) On the international front, the total overseas gross for the film has reached 10.42 crore. After a four-day opening weekend that saw collections of 1.15 million dollars (10.7 crore), the weekday hold has been heavily impacted by massive market competition. In North America, the film recorded a Tuesday gross of 26K dollars as of 8 PM PST. Despite the legal victory, the film is finding it difficult to withstand the massive Dhurandhar 2 wave that has completely dominated the box office. The sheer weightage of Dhurandhar 2 was evident on the first working Monday when it minted a staggering 7 crore plus gross, while Ustaad Bhagat Singh was pushed below the 3 crore mark in the Telugu states, indicating a major shift in audience preference toward the blockbuster across all centers. The theatrical journey of the film began with significant expectations, but the actual market reception has been somewhat underwhelming compared to the massive benchmarks established by the actor's other high-profile projects like OG. While the upcoming project, They Call Him OG, boasted worldwide pre-sales of nearly 98 crore, Ustaad Bhagat Singh faced a much tougher climb in the international circuit. In the crucial North America market, the final advance sales for the USA premiere stood at 291,344 dollars (approximately 2.43 crore) from 430 locations and 1,117 shows. Total North America premiere advances reached approximately 320,000 dollars (approximately 2.67 crore), heading toward a premiere day gross in the 450,000 to 500,000 dollar (approximately 3.75 crore to 4.17 crore) range. These figures are considered disappointing for a Pawan Kalyan starrer, especially when viewed against the 3.14 million dollar (approximately 26.22 crore) single-day record of OG. The current market sentiment suggests that the film needs a massive turnaround to secure its theatrical recovery. With the second weekend approaching, Ustaad Bhagat Singh must regain momentum to push toward the 100 crore worldwide gross milestone, which currently looks like a steep hill to climb given the sheer dominance of the Dhurandhar 2 wave. However, on the legal front, the dismissal of the acting ban petition by the High Court provides a clear runway for the star-politician. While the box office numbers are currently facing volatility, the legal victory ensures that Pawan Kalyan can continue to balance his dual responsibilities as a public representative and a cinematic powerhouse without further statutory hurdles.

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Mumbai, March 24 – The box office juggernaut Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge continues its sensational run, showing incredible strength even on weekdays. Led by Ranveer Singh, the film is eyeing another 50+ crore net day in Hindi on Tuesday, a rare feat for a non-holiday working day. After a historic opening weekend and a remarkable Monday hold, early trends suggest strong evening occupancy, pointing towards yet another massive total. What sets the film apart is its extraordinary consistency beyond the initial hype. In just six days, it has already crossed the 500 crore net mark in Hindi, reaching around 540 crore, emerging as the fastest film ever to reach this milestone. Despite being extremely frontloaded, it remains in top gear even on working days. The film has maintained an exceptional hold, driven by strong word-of-mouth and repeat audience turnout. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) On the global front, the numbers are equally staggering. The film's worldwide gross has crossed 900 crore in just 6 days, putting it within striking distance of the 1000 crore club in record time. Overseas markets, particularly North America, have played a key role, while the domestic circuits continue to deliver outstanding contributions across regions. With such momentum, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is not just a blockbuster but a full-fledged theatrical phenomenon. Its sustained performance signals the growing dominance of event cinema, and if the current trend continues, the film is well on track to rewrite multiple box office records and emerge as one of the biggest Indian grossers of all time. Stay tuned...

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Mumbai, March 24 – The box office juggernaut Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has entered the elite 500 crore net club in Hindi within 6 days, cementing its position as the biggest Indian blockbuster in recent times. With this milestone, the franchise has achieved a historic first, becoming the only Indian film series to deliver two 500 crore net grossers. The sequel, which opened to a thunderous response, has been on a heroic run at the domestic as well as international box office, rewriting records for an Indian title each day. It has become the fastest film to enter the 500 crore net club, in an unbelievably quick time, in a little over 5 days. It is the 10th film ever, and the 8th Bollywood title to enter this prestigious box office club. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) What makes this achievement even more remarkable is the cumulative success of the franchise. With Dhurandhar 2 crossing the 500 crore mark and the first instalment already being the biggest Hindi grosser (as of now), the combined worldwide gross of both films has now surpassed a staggering 2000 crore. This places the Dhurandhar franchise among the biggest money-spinners in Indian cinema. The original Dhurandhar, released in December last year, is the highest-grossing Bollywood movie (without China) at the worldwide box office with 1300 crores gross, including a record 1000+ crores at the domestic box office. The sequel has already grossed over 800 crores in 5 days, pushing the combined total of both movies past 2000 crores. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dhurandhar will become the highest-grossing Indian film franchise in the next few days, by crossing Baahubali, which grossed over 2400 crores worldwide with 2 parts. The Ranveer Singh starrer, however, will be eyeing much more as trade is projecting 2000+ crores for Dhurandhar 2 alone. At this point, it is a phenomenon which is not going to stop anytime soon. The film's success is also being attributed to its high-octane action, patriotic undertones, and a star-driven performance that has resonated strongly with audiences across demographics. Additionally, its strong overseas numbers have played a crucial role in pushing the franchise past the 2000 crore global milestone this early. Stay tuned...

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Mumbai, March 24 – Director Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is on a historic rampage in North America, delivering box office numbers that are not just record-breaking but almost unprecedented for an Indian film. After a thunderous start, the film is now firmly on track to emerge as the biggest Indian grosser in the region. The spy action spectacle, starring Ranveer Singh, opened to a sensational $14.02 million (131.50 crore) in its extended 4-day weekend, setting a new benchmark for Indian cinema in North America. Riding on extraordinary word of mouth and massive audience turnout, the film continued its dream run on its first Monday, collecting a stunning $1.05 million, the highest ever for an Indian title. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) What makes this run even more remarkable is the film's consistency post-weekend. The advances for Tuesday have already crossed the $1 million mark, with estimates suggesting a strong $1.5 million finish for the day. This would take the total collection to an outstanding $16.5+ million in just six days, putting the film in an unassailable position at the box office. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Top 5 Highest-Grossing Indian Films In North America Rank Movie North America GBOC 1 Baahubali 2 $20.80 million (updated) 2 Dhurandhar $20.65 million 3 Kalki 2898 AD $18.60 million 4 Pathaan $17.49 million 5 Dhurandhar 2 $16.50+ million (6 days expected) With such a phenomenal trajectory, Dhurandhar 2 is now rapidly closing in on the long-standing North America record held by Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, which grossed over $22 million in its lifetime. The gap is shrinking at a rapid pace, and if the current trend holds, the film could surpass this milestone as early as its second weekend. At this pace, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is not just chasing records; it is redefining them. All eyes are now on the second weekend, where the film is expected to officially crown itself as the highest-grossing Indian film in North America, setting a new gold standard for future releases.

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Hyderabad, March 24 - Superstar Pawan Kalyan's action drama Ustaad Bhagat Singh was preponed from March 26 to March 19, following the postponement of Yash-fronted Toxic, which was carrying solid buzz in Telugu states. The decision to shift the Telugu biggie initially appeared to be a smart move, as it allowed the film to occupy a seemingly advantageous release window with reduced immediate competition. However, that early gain quickly turned into a long-term setback. By advancing its release, Ustaad Bhagat Singh inadvertently locked horns with the Bollywood biggie Dhurandhar 2, headlined by Ranveer Singh. While the clash may not have looked threatening on paper at first, the Hindi action spectacle was carrying strong pre-release buzz even in the Telugu states. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) In the opening phase, Ustaad Bhagat Singh managed a decent start, benefiting from Pawan Kalyan's star power and initial curiosity, though the opening was slightly underwhelming compared to PK's last film, OG. But as word-of-mouth and interest around Dhurandhar 2 grew rapidly, the box office dynamics shifted rather quickly. By the third day itself, the Ranveer Singh starrer had taken a clear lead in the Telugu states, eating into UBS's core market, something few would have predicted so quickly. On the first working day, Monday, Dhurandhar 2 minted over 7 crore gross, and at the same time, UBS grossed below 3 crore in the Telugu states. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) This sharp turnaround highlights a key miscalculation by the makers of Ustaad Bhagat Singh. The decision to prepone was based on avoiding one competitor, but it ended up exposing the film to a much stronger and more unpredictable threat. In underestimating the pull of Dhurandhar 2, especially in a non-native market, the team misread the evolving audience preferences where content-driven, high-scale entertainers transcend language barriers. In 5 days so far, UBS has grossed around 66 crore, while Dhurandhar 2 is quickly catching up with around 40 crore gross so far. In the long run, the Bollywood sequel is expected to beat UBS in the region, which will be a shocking result. Ultimately, what looked like a tactical shift to capitalise on a vacant slot ended up intensifying competition and gave a hard lesson to the makers that it is not just about avoiding clashes, but about correctly assessing the true strength and reach of the competition. Stay tuned...

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Dhurandhar 2 has established a powerhouse presence in the weekday box office race, with its first Monday BookMyShow ticket sales providing a definitive look at the current market hierarchy. Recording a massive 830K tickets, the film sits just behind the all-time leader Pushpa 2: The Rule, which holds the top spot with 939K tickets for a first Monday. This sales volume significantly outpaces other generational blockbusters, including Gadar 2 (801K sales), Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1 (763K sales), and Animal (712K sales). Such high engagement on a working day confirms a robust crush at the ticket windows and a massive weekday hold nationwide. Based on this ticket momentum, early estimates for Dhurandhar 2 on its first Monday suggest a collection of 65 crore net in India. This performance is particularly significant as it narrowly surpasses the 64.45 crore collected by Pushpa 2 on its fifth day. While Dhurandhar 2 wins the specific single-day battle on Monday, it has not yet dethroned Pushpa 2 in terms of cumulative totals. Pushpa 2 stands at a massive 5-day India net of 593.45 crore, while Dhurandhar 2 has reached a total of 519.12 crore. The difference in total collection is primarily due to the massive pan-Indian opening of the former. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) A closer look at the market analysis reveals that Dhurandhar 2 is behaving as a dominant force in the North India belt. Out of the 65 crore Monday estimate, the Hindi version alone contributed 60 crore. In comparison, the Hindi version of Pushpa 2 collected 46.4 crore on its first Monday. However, Pushpa 2 maintained a stronger grip in the South with 13.9 crore from the Telugu version, whereas Dhurandhar 2 collected 3.5 crore from the same market. This indicates that while Dhurandhar 2 is currently seeing a box office revenge in the Hindi circuits, Pushpa 2 remains the more balanced pan-Indian performer. Historically, the first Monday record for the Hindi version has seen a massive jump in scale over the last decade. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion established the 40 crore benchmark in 2017 with a 40.25 crore Hindi net. This stood as the ultimate gold standard until 2023, a year that redefined the market. While Gadar 2 (38.70 crore) and Animal (40.06 crore) delivered extraordinary non-holiday holds, Tiger 3 eventually pushed the limit to 58.00 crore(Hindi net) during the Diwali holiday window. Recently, Pushpa 2: The Rule set a new non-holiday high with 46.40 crore in Hindi. Now, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has effectively reclaimed the throne for Bollywood, becoming the first film in history to hit the 60.00 crore mark for a Hindi Monday net collection, officially overtaking Tiger 3's holiday record. Comparing these figures to other blockbusters on the list highlights the current growth in the market. Animal recorded a first Monday of 43.96 crore with a 38.5 percent drop from Sunday. Gadar 2 recorded a Monday of 38.70 crore with a 25.1 percent drop. Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1, which had an extended weekend, managed 31.50 crore on its Monday. The fact that both Dhurandhar 2 and Pushpa 2 are now delivering Monday collections in the 60 crore range shows a significant shift in the scale of Indian cinema box office potential. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Top 5 Movies: 1st Monday India Net Collection (Based on BMS Rankings)MOVIE NAME1ST MONDAY NETBMS TICKET SALESDhurandhar 2₹ 65.00 Cr (Est.)830KPushpa 2: The Rule₹ 64.45 Cr939KGadar 2₹ 38.70 Cr801KKantara Chapter 1₹ 31.50 Cr763KAnimal₹ 43.96 Cr712KDhurandhar 2 vs Pushpa 2: Day 5 Language ComparisonLANGUAGEDHURANDHAR 2 (EST)PUSHPA 2 (ACTUAL)Hindi₹ 60.00 Cr₹ 46.40 CrTelugu₹ 3.50 Cr₹ 13.90 CrTamil₹ 1.20 Cr₹ 3.05 CrKannada₹ 0.15 Cr₹ 0.50 CrMalayalam₹ 0.15 Cr₹ 0.60 CrTotal India Net₹ 65.00 Cr₹ 64.45 Cr As of Day 5, the total India net for Dhurandhar 2 stands at 519.12 crore. While it remains about 74 crore behind the 5-day total of Pushpa 2, the Monday hold suggests it will continue to trend strongly through the week. Pushpa 2 holds a 5-day worldwide gross of 881.30 crore, setting a high bar for the industry. Nevertheless, the 830K ticket sales on BookMyShow for Dhurandhar 2 indicate that the audience appetite in the Hindi heartland is at an all-time high, allowing the film to maintain a trajectory that challenges even the biggest historical records.

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Mumbai, March 23 - Director Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has obliterated the global box office with a historic opening weekend, rewriting the record books for Bollywood cinema. The spy actioner has grossed a staggering 750+ crore worldwide in its 4-day opening weekend, comfortably emerging as the biggest opener ever for a Hindi film. Not just in India, the Ranveer Singh starrer sequel has shown unprecedented dominance overseas as well, raking in around 210 crore gross internationally, which is the highest-ever opening weekend collection for an Indian film in overseas markets. Such massive numbers underline the sheer scale and acceptance of Dhurandhar 2, which has performed like a true global event film. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) From record-breaking advances to packed houses across key territories, the film has delivered beyond expectations and established itself as one of the biggest cinematic events Indian cinema has ever witnessed. However, despite this extraordinary start, the film fell just short of becoming the biggest Indian opening weekend grosser. That record continues to be held by Telugu biggie Pushpa 2: The Rule, which had posted an even bigger 795 crore gross worldwide opening weekend. The gap between the two films, though not massive, can largely be attributed to a couple of critical factors, and one of them is the Gulf market. Dhurandhar 2 was banned in the Gulf region, a territory that has consistently been a major contributor to the overseas box office of Indian films. The absence of this market had a direct impact on the film's overall worldwide total. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Top 5 Indian Movies' First 4 Days Worldwide Collection Movie WW GBOC Pushpa 2 ₹ 795.50 Cr Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge ₹751.97 Cr Baahubali 2 ₹ 615.00 Cr RRR ₹ 568.10 Cr KGF Chapter 2 ₹ 546.00 Cr Trade estimates suggest that Dhurandhar 2 may have lost around 50 crore from the Gulf during its opening weekend alone due to the ban. In a close race where the difference between the top two films is under 50 crore, this missing chunk proved decisive. Interestingly, this isn't the first time the Dhurandhar franchise has faced this hurdle. The first part had also reportedly lost nearly 100 crore from the Gulf due to a similar ban. Another factor which might have helped Pushpa 2 to remain at the top is its massive pan-India release. While Dhurandhar 2 also had a multi-lingual release, the impact Allu Arjun-fronted blockbuster made across languages, particularly in Hindi, apart from the original Telugu version, helped it to gross over 600 crore domestically in its opening weekend. While Dhurandhar 2 managed to go bigger everywhere else, the continued absence in these key markets cost it a shot at the all-time record. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) In the end, Dhurandhar 2's opening weekend remains nothing short of historic. It has set new benchmarks for Bollywood and redefined the scale at which a Hindi film can perform globally. But in the race for the biggest Indian opener of all time, the Gulf ban and less impact in dubbed versions created a gap just enough for Pushpa 2 to stay ahead. Stay tuned...

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Mumbai, March 23 – Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge continues its sensational box office domination as the Ranveer Singh-starrer delivers an absolutely unprecedented performance on its first Monday. After a historic extended opening weekend, the film has carried its momentum into the weekdays with shocking strength. The Monday collections are out of the world, as early estimates suggest a staggering well over 50 crore net and close to 60 crore or more in Hindi, a figure never achieved before by any film on a non-holiday working day. Despite the expected drop, the overall trend remained extraordinary throughout the day. Strong bookings, combined with steady footfall in both mass belts and multiplex chains, ensured that the film held its ground at a level far beyond industry norms. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The kind of consistency it is showing reflects not just hype, but genuine audience acceptance across the board. With Monday collection, the total Hindi net is 480+ crore in just 5 days, as the first full extended week is heading to finish around 600 crore net, which is insane by any means. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the spy action spectacle had already created history with its opening weekend numbers, and this phenomenal Monday performance further cements its status as a record-breaking blockbuster. The film is now operating in a zone where even its weekday collections are outperforming the peak numbers of most big-ticket releases. Stay tuned...

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Mumbai, March 23 - Pan-India superstar Allu Arjun created a storm with his action drama Pushpa 2: The Rule, which scored the biggest opening week collection in Hindi with 425 crores net in 2024. But in a little over a year, Dhurandhar 2 has shattered this record in an unbelievably short time. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by Aditya Dhar, the spy action thriller put things in the top gear from the premiere itself, and delivered a massive 4-day extended opening weekend collection of around 430 crores net in Hindi, thus becoming the biggest first week grosser of all-time in a single language at the Indian box office. During its opening weekend, Dhurandhar 2 also created daily records, from the biggest paid previews in India to the biggest first, second, third, and fourth day in Hindi. The biggest record it created was to score first 100+ crore net in Hindi in a single day, and it has done it twice in just 4 days. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Top 5 Biggest Opening Week In Hindi (Including Extended Week) Rank Movie Opening Week Collection (Net) 1 Dhurandhar 2 (2026) ₹430+ Cr (4D) 2 Pushpa 2 (2024) ₹425.10 Cr 3 Pathaan (2023) ₹351 Cr 4 Jawan (2023) ₹347.98 Cr 5 Stree 2 (2024) ₹291.65 Cr The incredible pace at which Dhurandhar 2 has created the opening week record highlights the exceptional word of mouth and the curiosity built by the first part. The trade is expecting it to become the first film ever to enter the 1000 crore net club in a single language in India, and the early signs are pointing towards this rare milestone. Interestingly, the original Dhurandhar, which was released just 4 months back, is currently the highest-grossing film in Hindi, and also in a single Indian language, with over 835 crores net collection. Pushpa 2 is third in this list with 810+ crores net as the Hindi box office continues to deliver rich results over the past few years.

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Kochi, March 23 - At the time when Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is ruling the nationwide box office, Malayalam cinema has quietly delivered another major success with the fantasy comedy Aadu 3. The film adds to the industry's impressive streak of consistent hits in recent years. Headlined by Jayasurya, the third instalment of the popular franchise benefited from the makers' bold decision to stick to its original release date, despite the ongoing tensions in the Gulf region, traditionally the biggest overseas market for Malayalam films. The gamble paid off handsomely, as the film opened to strong box office numbers. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Aadu 3 recorded one of the biggest opening days ever for a Malayalam film, collecting nearly 18 crores worldwide. It then showed an excellent hold over the Eid holiday period, ultimately delivering the second-biggest opening weekend in Mollywood history with an impressive around 85 crores gross in its extended 4-day run. Domestically, the film has earned approximately 31.25 crores, including over 27 crores from Kerala alone. Overseas, it has contributed an estimated 53 crores, with the Gulf region accounting for the majority of that total. Mohanlal's Empuraan remains the biggest opener in Malayalam cinema with a massive 174 crores worldwide gross during its 4-day opening weekend. Stay tuned...

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Mumbai, March 23 - Ranveer Singh-starrer Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has created history at the overseas box office by delivering the biggest opening weekend ever for an Indian film. The spy action thriller stormed past the 200 crore mark, collecting approximately 210 crores gross in its extended 4-day opening weekend. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film has surpassed the 5-day opening weekend collection of Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan to emerge as the biggest Indian opener in international markets. What makes this achievement even more remarkable is that the film accomplished this feat without releasing in the Gulf region, where it has been banned. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge opened to a phenomenal 50+ crore gross overseas, including premieres, and then witnessed massive growth over the weekend to set a new benchmark. North America emerged as the biggest contributor, with an outstanding 131+ crore gross weekend, highlighting the film's massive global appeal. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Top Indian Films With Biggest Overseas Opening Weekend Movie Overseas Opening Weekend Dhurandhar 2 ₹ 210 Cr (4D) Pathaan ₹ 206.50 Cr (5D) Jawan ₹ 177 Cr (4D) Pushpa 2 ₹ 163 Cr (4D) The Revenge enjoyed the widest overseas release for a Bollywood title, debuting on over 3000 screens across 2200 cinemas, and that too without the Middle East. The original Dhurandhar grossed around 300 crores overseas in its lifetime run, and Dhurandhar 2 will be eyeing to beat this in the second weekend itself. If the momentum continues, the film is well on track to become the highest-grossing Indian film overseas (excluding China). At present, Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan holds the top spot with 400 crore overseas collection. Including China, Dangal, starring Aamir Khan, remains the highest-grossing Indian film globally with over 1400 crores, although China is not a regular market for Indian releases. Stay tuned...