Advance Booking Face-Off: 'Dunki' Leads Over 'Salaar' in Shahrukh-Prabhas Showdown

The prelude to this cinematic duel is witnessed through the initiation of advance bookings for both films. Currently, Shahrukh Khan's 'Dunki' is stealing the spotlight in the realm of pre-ticket sales, outshining its counterpart, 'Salaar.' As we delve into the intricacies of their advance booking numbers, a tale of numbers unfolds.

By  Prerit Chauhan December 18th 2023 11:43 AM

In the dynamic world of cinema, clashes between blockbuster films at the box office are an undeniable phenomenon. The recent face-off between 'Animal' and 'Sam Bahadur' has now paved the way for yet another riveting battle, as Shahrukh Khan's 'Dunki' and Prabhas' 'Salaar' are poised for a head-to-head clash with a mere one-day gap between their releases.


Advance Bookings Analysis:

Advance Booking Report Till 16:02pm#Dunki :- 2.50cr Hindi language #Salaar  :- 2.21cr all languages

Dunki Beat Salaar In India Advance Booking#DunkiAdvanceBooking pic.twitter.com/vRPkWYJOsl

— Nidhi🌻 (@SrkianNidhii) December 17, 2023

The prelude to this cinematic duel is witnessed through the initiation of advance bookings for both films. Currently, Shahrukh Khan's 'Dunki' is stealing the spotlight in the realm of pre-ticket sales, outshining its counterpart, 'Salaar.' As we delve into the intricacies of their advance booking numbers, a tale of numbers unfolds.


'Dunki' managed to secure an impressive 144,830 tickets on the very first day of advance bookings, amassing a total revenue of 4.46 crores. In contrast, 'Salaar' clinched 153,705 tickets during the same period. Although Prabhas' film outpaced 'Dunki' by 8,875 tickets, its overall earnings hover around 3.58 crores.


The Numbers Game:

BMS tickets booked in last 1 hour.

-#Salaar   - 2.77K 🍌
-#Dunki - 4.07K 🔥

However, #Dunki crosses 4 Cr advance booking gross for opening day in India.

They say "Content is King", but #Dunki is "King with Content" 👑#DunkiAdvanceBookings | #ShahRukhKhan𓃵 pic.twitter.com/ueXy4WBtDO

— ʙᴜᴄᴋʏ🚩 (@SrkzzSoldier) December 17, 2023

In summary, Shahrukh Khan's 'Dunki' takes the lead in advance booking collections, surpassing Prabhas' 'Salaar' by a significant margin of 88 lakhs. Notably, this deviation can be attributed to the variance in ticket prices, particularly in the southern regions of India.


Release Dates and Marketing Strategies:


The strategic release dates add another layer of intrigue to this cinematic clash. 'Dunki' is set to grace the screens on December 21, with Shahrukh Khan personally spearheading promotional activities, including a recent event in Dubai. On the flip side, 'Salaar' is scheduled for release on December 22, with its producers opting for a calculated approach, unveiling the film's second trailer just three days before the grand premiere.


Film Highlights:


'Dunki,' under the direction of the acclaimed Rajkumar Hirani, boasts a stellar cast featuring not only Shahrukh Khan but also talents like Taapsee Pannu, Boman Irani, and Vicky Kaushal in pivotal roles. The film promises an immersive experience for audiences upon its release on December 21.

#Dunki started dominating #Salaar in Advance sales also

Remember #Salaar 5 languages (Mass)#Dunki 1 language (Class)

But still khan Saab dominating 🔥 #ShahRukhKhan𓀠#DunkiAdvanceBookings pic.twitter.com/5HpyY3MBzX

— d ₳₳ n k i 🪓 👑 (@SRK_ALLU_DHF) December 17, 2023

Meanwhile, Prabhas' 'Salaar,' directed by Prashant Neel, showcases the talents of Shruti Hassan and Prithviraj Sukumaran in significant roles. Scheduled for release on December 22, the film anticipates making a mark in the hearts of moviegoers.

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