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Pink Villa
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Maalik Worldwide Lifetime Box Office: Rajkummar Rao's actioner ends as a failure with closing business of Rs 33 crore globally
Maalik, which arrived in cinemas on July 11, 2025, starred Rajkummar Rao as the main lead. Directed by Pulkit, the gangster drama couldn't perform at its best in theaters. The movie has finally ended its theatrical run after being crashed amid the Saiyaara wave. Maalik has failed at the box office while grossing Rs 33 crore globally. Maalik earns a lifetime business of Rs 33.25 crore worldwide Co-produced by Kumar Taurani and Jay Shewakramani, Maalik collected Rs 30 crore gross at the Indian box office. The Rajkummar Rao starrer earned Rs 3.25 crore (USD 0.35 crore) overseas. The lifetime business of Pulkit's directorial stood at Rs 33.25 crore in the global markets as it concluded its theatrical run. Particulars Gross Collection of Maalik India Rs 30 crore Overseas Rs 3.25 crore (USD 0.35 crore) Worldwide Rs 33.25 crore Maalik clashed with Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyaan, lost screens to Saiyaara in India Maalik locked horns with two movies during its release, i.e. Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyaan and Superman. It also ran parallel to Dino, Jurassic World: Rebirth and F1: The Movie. While Rajkummar Rao's movie had a decent start in India, it later lost screens to Saiyaara, which entered the box office market on July 18, 2025. Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda starrer opened at Rs 21.5 crore on Friday. Pulkit's helmer couldn't recover its production costs either. Also starring Prosenjit Chatterjee, Maalik's failure suggests that it has emerged as a flop at the box office. Rajkummar Rao was previously seen in Bhool Chuk Maaf earlier this year, which performed relatively better than Maalik. What's next for Rajkummar Rao? Pinkvilla exclusively reported that Rajkummar Rao has been roped in for Ujjwal Nikam biopic, which will be directed by Avinash Arun. "The prep-work for Ujjwal Nikam biopic is presently underway, and Rajkummar Rao is expected to undergo intense acting workshops to step into the shoes of a real-life lawyer," revealed a source close to the development. Disclaimer: The box office figures are compiled from various sources and our research. The figures can be approximate, and Pinkvilla does not make any claims about the authenticity of the data. However, they are adequately indicative of the box-office performance of the films in question.
News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Aren't Kriti Kharbanda, Pulkit Samrat The Hottest Couple In Town?
Last Updated: Kriti Kharbanda, Pulkit Samrat walked hand-in-hand outside the airport premises. Kriti Kharbanda and Pulkit Samrat, Bollywood's beloved 'IT' couple, never miss an opportunity to paint the town red with their chemistry. Their latest appearance at the Mumbai airport is no exception. The couple walked hand-in-hand outside the airport premises. Kriti and Pulkit looked quite attractive even though they sported comfortable casual looks. Kriti was seen in an oversized black tee with a flared denim while Pulkit wore a half buttoned shirt with white trousers. The couple accessorised with tinted glasses to complete their chic looks. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Snehkumar Zala (@sneyhzala) Kriti Kharbanda-Pulkit Samrat's Love Story Pulkit and Kriti started dating in 2019 and married in a traditional Hindu ceremony in March 2024. Ali Fazal, Richa Chadha, Varun Sharma and Manjot Singh were some of their industry friends who attended the wedding. The duo first featured together in the 2018 film Veerey Ki Wedding and they have since worked on projects including Pagalpanti and Taish. Work wise, Kriti Kharbanda most recently appeared in the action crime thriller series Rana Naidu 2 on Netflix, alongside Rana Daggubati. Season 2 also stars Arjun Rampal, Abhishek Banerjee, Rajat Kapoor, Tanuj Virwani and Dino Morea. Directed by Karan Anshuman and Suparn Verma, Rana Naidu is an adaptation of the 2013 American crime drama Ray Donovan. She will also appear alongside Sunny Singh in Abir Sengupta's dark comedy Risky Romeo, which features a blend of humour and strange characters. Pulkit Samrat is working on his upcoming entertainer Rahu Ketu and the team were recently shooting amidst the surreal landscape of Manali. Directed by Vipul Vig, Raha Ketu stars the actor alongside Shalini Pandey and Varun Sharma. Backed by Zee Studios, the film is scheduled for a theatrical release later in 2025. Aside from Rahu Ketu, Pulkit has a Netflix original series, Glory in the pipeline. It will mark his debut on the OTT platform. Pulkit will portray a boxer in the sports crime thriller, produced by Atomic Films and directed by Karan Anshuman and Karmanya Ahuja. Divyenndu and Suvinder Vicky also play crucial parts. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Maalik' box office collection Day 8: Rajkummar Rao's film slows down at ticket windows; earns Rs 60 lakhs on second Friday
After a steady opening week that brought in an estimated Rs 21.20 crore at the Indian box office, Maalik witnessed a noticeable drop on its eighth day (Friday). The Pulkit directorial, which stars Rajkummar Rao , Prosenjit Chatterjee, Manushi Chhillar, and Huma Qureshi , saw its collections slow down with several new releases hitting the big screens. The film collected an estimated Rs 60 lakhs, as per early estimates on Sacnilk. The film opened to decent numbers last Friday with Rs 3.75 crore and built momentum over the weekend, collecting Rs 5.25 crore each on both Saturday and Sunday. However, the collections began dipping from Monday onward. Occupancy Rates Maalik recorded an overall 12.38% occupancy in Hindi 2D screens across India on its second Friday, with the highest turnout seen during night shows estimated at around 21.74%. Regions like Lucknow and Jaipur had an occupancy rate of 16.75% -16.25%, relatively better, indicating some regional hold, but major metros like Mumbai and Bengaluru saw a drop to 11% and 9.75% respectively. The morning and afternoon shows reported weak audience turnout, at 4.01% and 11.16% respectively, suggesting that the buzz surrounding the film is cooling off. What Lies Ahead? Directed by Pulkit, 'Maalik' blends drama and social commentary, with Rajkummar Rao once again at the centre of a grounded, intense narrative. The movie is getting mixed reports. The coming days, especially Saturday and Sunday, will reveal whether Maalik has the legs to go beyond a modest run or if it will wrap up its theatrical journey under Rs 30 crore. Box Office Clash: Rajkummar Rao's 'Maalik' Vs Shanaya Kapoor's Debut | Day 1 Collection Shock
Pink Villa
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Maalik Week 1 Box Office Collection: Rajkummar Rao's gangster drama collects Rs 20.75 crore, will lose screens to Saiyaara from tomorrow
Maalik, starring Rajkummar Rao, Manushi Chhillar, and Prosenjit Chatterjee, has been a modest performer at the box office. The gangster crime drama is continuing its underwhelming theatrical run. Directed by Pulkit, Maalik has finished the first week of its release. It will soon lose screens to Saiyaara, which is releasing tomorrow. Maalik ends first week on an underwhelming note, earns Rs 20.75 crore Pulkit's directorial, Maalik had a below-par opening weekend as it earned Rs 14.1 crore including Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The Rajkummar Rao starrer continued to trend poorly in weekdays as well. The gangster drama failed to pass the litmust test on the first Monday bringing in a net collection of Rs 1.75 crore. It fetched Rs 2 crore on the first Tuesday, followed by Rs 1.50 crore on the first Wednesday. Maalik earned a net business of Rs 1.40 crore on the first Thursday. The cume collection of Pulkit's helmer stands at Rs 20.75 crore in the first week. Days India Net Collections Friday Rs 3.60 crore Saturday Rs 5.25 crore Sunday Rs 5.25 crore Monday Rs 1.75 crore Tuesday Rs 2 crore Wednesday Rs 1.50 crore Thursday Rs 1.40 crore Total Rs 20.75 crore net in 7 days Maalik to lose screens amid Saiyaara's wave Maalik will find it tough to sustain after the arrival of Saiyaara in theaters. It is expected to lose screens to Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda's movie from Friday. Rajkummar Rao and Manushi Chhillar 's film is targetting a lifetime collection in the range of Rs 25 crore to Rs 27 crore. Backed under the banners of Tips Industries and Northern Light Films, Maalik required atleast Rs 45 crore net business to recover its production costs. Now, producers shall lose Rs 10 crore to Rs 15 crore. Maalik plays in theatres Maalik plays in theatres. Have you booked the tickets for Rajkummar Rao's film yet? Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates. Disclaimer: The box office figures are compiled from various sources and our research. The figures can be approximate, and Pinkvilla does not make any claims about the authenticity of the data. However, they are adequately indicative of the box-office performance of the films in question.
India.com
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Rajkumar Raos Maalik Sees Steady Rise, Earns Rs 19.02 Cr In 5 Days
New Delhi: Rajkumar Rao and Manushi Chillar starrer Maalik continues its steady run at the box office, minting an impressive Rs 2.12 crore on Tuesday despite being a weekday taking its 5 day total to a solid Rs 19.02 crore nett in Indian Box Office. As of now, Maalik earned around 0.7 Cr India net on its sixth day. The strong word of mouth and audience appreciation for Rajkummar Rao's intense gangster avatar have fueled this action entertainer's momentum. With growing interest and positive reviews, Maalik is poised to sustain and climb further through the week. Maalik is an intense action entertainer set in 80's Allahabad a gritty tale of ambition, power, and survival. It explores the price of rising in a world ruled by guns, greed, and loyalty. Directed by Pulkit, known for his hard-hitting thrillers and emotionally charged dramas, and produced by Kumar Taurani under the Tips Films banner along with Jay Shewakramani of Northern Lights Films, Maalik running in cinemas now. The film witnessed a big jump on its third day (Sunday), collecting an impressive Rs. 5.55 Cr nett. Released on 11th July, the film has garnered positive responses from both audiences and critics for Rajkummar's never-seen-before ruthless gangster avatar and its gripping storyline. Over the weekend, the film recorded a remarkable jump despite competing with other releases. Earlier, talking about his character, Rajkummar Rao had said, "This is the first time I'm doing such a hard-hitting role. It really pushed me as an actor and let me explore a darker, more intense side. Playing a layered, ruthless gangster was both thrilling and challenging and that's what made it so exciting. I can't wait for the audience to experience the gritty, gripping world we've created." About Maalik Maalik is an intense action entertainer set in Allahabad, weaving a gritty tale of ambition, power, and survival. It explores the cost of rising in a world ruled by guns, greed, and loyalty. Directed by Pulkit, Maalik is produced by Kumar Taurani under the Tips Films banner, along with Jay Shewakramani of Northern Lights Films. Maalik released in cinemas on July 11, 2025.
