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Secret Superstar Day Wise and Total Box Office Collection In China

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May 5, 2018 at 11:04 PM IST
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Secret Superstar Day Wise and Total Box Office Collection In China

Secret Superstar is doing great at Chinese Box Office starring Zaria Wasim in lead and Aamir Khan in supporting role.




But Because of Aamir Khan fan following in China, Secret Superstar opens with the highest first-day collection for an Indian movie in China beating the record of Aamir Khan's Own movie Dangal.




Secret Superstar getting an overwhelming response from Chinese audiences.




This movie gets 9.5 rating by more than 5.4 Lakh ( 0.54 M) people in China on website maoyan.com.




And this time Aamir Khan Productions will get 25% of the gross box office revenue Secret Superstar collects.





Day Wise Collection In China




Day 1 (1st Friday) ₹ 44.50 Cr ($ 7.02 M)




Day 2 (1st Saturday) ₹ 67.04 Cr ($ 10.74 M)




Day 3 (1st Sunday) ₹ 63.84 Cr ($ 10.09 M)




Day 4 (1st Monday) ₹ 32.47 Cr ($ 5.12 M)




Day 5 (1st Tuesday) ₹ 31.66 Cr ($ 5.00 M)




Day 6 (1st Wednesday) ₹ 29.87 Cr ($ 4.72 M)




Day 7 (1st Thursday) ₹ 27.39 Cr ($ 4.32 M)




Day 8 (2nd Friday) ₹ 30.96 Cr ($ 4.89 M)




Day 9 (2nd Saturday) ₹ 48.48 Cr ($ 7.65 M)




Day 10 (2nd Sunday) ₹ 44.65 Cr ($ 7.06 M)




Day 11 (2nd Monday) ₹ 21.66 Cr ($ 3.43 M)




Day 12 (2nd Tuesday) ₹ 20.77 Cr ($ 3.33 M)




Day 13 (2nd Wednesday) ₹ 20.38 Cr ($ 3.23 M)




Day 14 (2nd Thursday) ₹ 18.09 Cr ($ 2.82 M)




Day 15 (3rd Friday) ₹ 17.96 Cr ($ 2.82 M)




Day 16 (3rd Saturday) ₹ 30.47 Cr ($ 4.70 M)




Day 17 (3rd Sunday) ₹ 28.24 Cr ($ 4.39 M)




Day 18 (3rd Monday) ₹ 14.90 Cr ($ 2.33 M)




Day 19 (3rd Tuesday) ₹ 14.67 Cr ($ 2.28 M)




Day 20 (3rd Wednesday) ₹ 14.60 Cr ($ 2.27 M)




Day 21 (3rd Thursday) ₹ 15.47 Cr ($ 2.30 M)




Day 22 (4th Friday) ₹ 16.70 Cr ($ 2.56 M)




Day 23 (4th Saturday) ₹ 22.07 Cr ($ 3.43 M)




Day 24 (4th Sunday) ₹ 17.12 Cr ($ 2.67 M)




Day 25 (4th Monday) ₹ 16.00 Cr ($ 2.47 M)




Day 26 (4th Tuesday) ₹ 16.06 Cr ($ 2.51 M)




Day 27 (4th Wednesday) ₹ 20.60 Cr ($ 3.22 M)




Day 28 (4th Thursday) ₹ 5.54 Cr ($ 0.86 M)




Day 29 (5th Friday) ₹ 0.06 Cr ( $ 0.01 M)




Total Collection (In China) ₹ 757.1 Cr ($ 117.59 M)




Total Collection (Worldwide) ₹ 912.75 Cr (Estimated)




Total Collection (Overseas) ₹ 831.47 Cr ($ 127.62 M)





Records:




-Highest first-day collection of an Indian Film in China.




-Highest weekend collection of an Indian Film in China.




-Highest first-week collection of an Indian Film in China.




-Secret Superstar is the second highest Indian movie in China after Dangal ($195.8 m).




-Secret Superstar is the highest overseas gross movie in 2017 and on the second position is Baahubali($43.16 m).



-Secret Superstar is the highest worldwide goss movie in 2017 for Bollywood and Second is Tiger Zinda Hai [₹ 558 Cr].


-Secret Superstar is the second highest overseas gross movie (All Time) behind Dangal[$241.8 M].




-Secret Superstar is the third highest worldwide gross movie (All Time) for India.




Released Date in China: 19th January 2018



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It has comfortably crossed the lifetime numbers of films like Pathaan, Jawan, and Animal, and has done so in record time. The film also became the first ever Indian title to breach the A$6M mark within just 10 days, highlighting its extraordinary pace and strong trend. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Australia has emerged as one of the biggest overseas markets for Telugu cinema over the past decade, with big spectacle films dominating the territory. Dhurandhar 2 becoming the highest-grossing Indian film in Australia shows that the film has not only entered the market but completely dominated a territory that was previously driven heavily by large-scale action spectacles and franchise films. Top Indian Grossers in AustraliaMOVIE NAMETOTAL COLLECTIONDhurandhar 2: The RevengeA$6.37M+DhurandharA$5.61MAnimalA$5.02MPathaanA$4.72MJawanA$4.68M (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The United Kingdom market tells a similar story of dominance. 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Top Indian Grossers in UKMOVIE NAMETOTAL COLLECTIONPathaan£4.38MDhurandhar 2: The Revenge£3.21MSaiyaara£3.21MJawan£3.10MDhurandhar£3.05M Germany, a market where Indian films traditionally struggle to cross even €100K in their opening weekend, is now witnessing a historic run with Dhurandhar 2 heading towards the €1M mark after already collecting €841K in just 10 days with strong second weekend growth. Historically, Indian films in Germany were limited to niche diaspora screenings and film festivals, and the market has largely been dominated by Shah Rukh Khan films — with 4 out of the top 5 highest-grossing Bollywood films in Germany being SRK starrers such as Pathaan (€888K), Jawan (€688K), Dunki (€460K), and My Name Is Khan (€375K), highlighting his long-standing brand value in the region. Dhurandhar 2 performing at this level without a dubbed version and without that traditional market base indicates that the film is not just performing in the market but expanding the market itself and attracting a new audience segment beyond the usual diaspora and niche Indian cinema audience. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) New Zealand is another territory where the film is rewriting records. With NZ$988K in 11 days, it is set to enter the NZ$1M club, becoming only the second Indian film after Pathaan to do so. Notably, it has already surpassed the lifetime collections of most Indian films in the region within just 10 days, indicating a very strong trend in the market. Top Indian Grossers in New Zealand RANK MOVIE NAME TOTAL COLLECTION 1 Pathaan NZ$1.37M 2 Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge NZ$988K+ 3 Jawan NZ$955K 4 Animal NZ$903K 5 Padmaavat NZ$874K 6 Pushpa 2 The Rule NZ$847K With NZ$988K in just 11 days, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has already become the second highest-grossing Indian film of all time in New Zealand, surpassing the lifetime collections of Jawan, Animal, Padmaavat and Pushpa 2, and is now second only to Pathaan in the market. Perhaps the most surprising performance comes from Hong Kong, where Dhurandhar 2 has crossed HK$1.15M despite releasing in just two theatres and without Chinese subtitles. This is significant from a distribution perspective because Indian films in East Asian markets usually rely heavily on local language subtitles or dubbed versions to reach wider audiences. Films like Dangal in China succeeded largely because of a Mandarin-dubbed version tailored for the local audience, whereas Dhurandhar 2 is performing purely on word of mouth and genre appeal rather than localization, making this a rare breakthrough for Indian cinema in the region. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) When compared to previous global blockbusters, Dhurandhar 2 stands out not just for its openings, but for its consistency and expansion into newer markets. While most Indian films rely heavily on traditional diaspora markets, Dhurandhar 2 is showing growth across Europe and East Asia as well, which is a very rare trend for an Indian commercial film. The overall overseas trajectory clearly indicates that the film is not just opening big, but trending like a long-run blockbuster across multiple territories simultaneously. From dominating traditional markets like Australia and the UK to expanding into newer territories like Germany and Hong Kong, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is setting a new benchmark for overseas box office performance for Indian cinema.

Aamir Khan Echoes Leonardo DiCaprio's Concerns; Calls India's Theatrical-OTT Window a Not a Graceful Compromise Bollywood
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Aamir Khan Echoes Leonardo DiCaprio's Concerns; Calls India's Theatrical-OTT Window a Not a Graceful Compromise

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The global debate surrounding the future of the theatrical experience has found a powerful new resonance in the Indian film industry. Recently, Hollywood legend Leonardo DiCaprio voiced his concerns to The Times regarding the shrinking theatrical window and the rising dominance of streaming platforms. DiCaprio argued that the communal magic of watching a film in a cinema hall is under threat, a sentiment that is now being mirrored by Indian megastar Aamir Khan. In an industry currently grappling with the balance between box-office stability and OTT revenue, Khan's latest insights suggest that the current state of affairs is far from ideal. In an exclusive conversation with Variety India, Aamir Khan delved deep into the theatrical versus streaming debate. When asked if Indian cinema was doing enough to protect the big-screen experience or if it was negotiating a graceful compromise with streaming economics, the actor-producer was remarkably candid. He stated that, at this point, the situation does not feel like a graceful compromise from any angle. Khan emphasized that the current dynamic is a difficult position for the industry to be in, suggesting that while a middle ground is necessary, the current scales are tipped in a way that feels unrefined and potentially damaging to the theatrical business. The Perfectionist of Bollywood further noted that this struggle is not unique to Hindi cinema. According to Khan, several producers from the South Indian film industries have expressed similar anxieties regarding the pressure to meet streaming mandates while trying to keep the theatrical business healthy. He firmly backed Leonardo DiCaprio's stance, asserting that if the theatrical business is to thrive and remain a sustainable ecosystem, the exclusive window for cinema halls must be protected at all costs. For Khan, the survival of the big screen is not just about commerce, but about preserving the culture of moviegoing. As a producer known for his strategic foresight, Aamir Khan proposed a more flexible release model rather than a rigid one-size-fits-all approach. He envisions a system where mainstream films with massive stakes are granted a significantly longer theatrical window to maximize their box-office potential. Conversely, he suggested that smaller, more experimental films could benefit from shorter windows, allowing them to find their niche audience on digital platforms more quickly. This tiered approach, he believes, would allow the industry to cater to different types of content without cannibalizing the theatrical market. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   The validity of Khan's theatrical-first philosophy was recently proven by the success of his film Sitaare Zameen Par. Released in June 2025, the movie—which paired Aamir Khan with Genelia Deshmukh—became a significant hit, grossing over ₹250 crores at the box office. Directed by RS Prasanna, the film's strong performance served as a reminder that family audiences are still willing to throng theaters for high-quality, emotional storytelling. By prioritizing the theatrical experience for such a project, Khan demonstrated that the big screen remains the ultimate platform for cinematic impact. As the Indian film industry continues to navigate the complexities of the digital age, Aamir Khan's remarks to Variety India serve as a crucial wake-up call. The tension between the immediate financial security offered by streaming giants and the long-term health of the exhibition sector remains a defining challenge for producers. Whether the industry can transition into the graceful compromise Khan hopes for will likely depend on whether other major stakeholders join him in protecting the sanctity of the silver screen.

Sunny Deol's Lahore 1947 To Undergo Title Change? Bollywood
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Sunny Deol's Lahore 1947 To Undergo Title Change?

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Mumbai, February 23 - Sunny Deol's much-anticipated period drama Lahore 1947 has reportedly sparked discussions around a possible title change ahead of its theatrical release. The film, which marks Deol's reunion with director Rajkumar Santoshi after years, is set to release on Independence Day this year. Lahore 1947 is produced by Aamir Khan and is set against the backdrop of India's Partition, one of the most sensitive and defining chapters in the country's history. According to reports, the team feels that a new title might better communicate the film's core themes to a wider audience, especially considering the subject's emotional and historical weight. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Interestingly, Sunny Deol himself has addressed the speculation recently, hinting that while a title change is being discussed, the film may also retain its original name. This indicates that the makers are still weighing their options and will take a final call very soon. The film is an adaptation of the acclaimed play Jis Lahore Nai Vekhya, O Jamya E Nai and also stars Preity Zinta, Ali Fazal, and Shabana Azmi in key roles. Slated for release around Independence Day 2026, Lahore 1947 is expected to be a hard-hitting, emotionally driven narrative. Whether the title changes or not, the film remains one of the most-awaited projects in Sunny Deol’s upcoming lineup. Stay tuned...