The opening day box office collection is one of the biggest indicators of a film’s hype and audience demand. In Bollywood, Day 1 collection plays a crucial role in determining the initial success of a movie.
Over the years, several blockbuster films have recorded massive opening day numbers, driven by advance booking, star power, and strong fan anticipation. These films have set new benchmarks in Indian cinema.
Top Opening Day Box Office Collection (All Time)
| Rank | Movie Name | Release Date | Opening Day (cr.) |
|---|---|---|---|
|
1
|
Dhurandhar The Revenge
|
19 Mar 2026
|
90.00
|
|
2
|
Jawan
|
07 Sep 2023
|
75.00
|
|
3
|
Pushpa 2 – The Rule
|
05 Dec 2024
|
72.00
|
|
4
|
Animal
|
01 Dec 2023
|
63.80
|
|
5
|
Pathaan
|
25 Jan 2023
|
57.00
|
|
6
|
Stree 2
|
15 Aug 2024
|
55.40
|
|
7
|
K.G.F – Chapter 2
|
14 Apr 2022
|
53.95
|
|
8
|
War
|
02 Oct 2019
|
53.35
|
|
9
|
Thugs Of Hindostan
|
08 Nov 2018
|
52.25
|
|
10
|
Happy New Year
|
24 Oct 2014
|
44.97
|
|
11
|
Tiger 3
|
12 Nov 2023
|
44.50
|
|
12
|
Singham Again
|
01 Nov 2024
|
43.70
|
|
13
|
Bharat
|
05 Jun 2019
|
42.30
|
|
14
|
Baahubali 2 – The Conclusion
|
28 Apr 2017
|
41.00
|
|
15
|
Prem Ratan Dhan Payo
|
12 Nov 2015
|
40.35
|
|
16
|
Gadar 2
|
11 Aug 2023
|
40.10
|
|
17
|
Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3
|
01 Nov 2024
|
36.60
|
|
18
|
Sultan
|
06 Jul 2016
|
36.54
|
|
19
|
Dhoom 3
|
20 Dec 2013
|
36.22
|
|
20
|
Brahmastra – Part One: Shiva
|
09 Sep 2022
|
36.00
|
|
21
|
Adipurush
|
16 Jun 2023
|
36.00
|
|
22
|
Sanju
|
29 Jun 2018
|
34.75
|
|
23
|
Tiger Zinda Hai
|
22 Dec 2017
|
34.10
|
|
24
|
Chennai Express
|
09 Aug 2013
|
33.12
|
|
25
|
Chhaava
|
14 Feb 2025
|
33.10
|
|
26
|
Ek Tha Tiger
|
15 Aug 2012
|
32.93
|
|
27
|
Border 2
|
23 Jan 2026
|
32.10
|
|
28
|
Singham Returns
|
15 Aug 2014
|
32.09
|
|
29
|
Golmaal Again
|
20 Oct 2017
|
30.14
|
|
30
|
Dangal
|
23 Dec 2016
|
29.78
|
|
31
|
Mission Mangal
|
15 Aug 2019
|
29.16
|
|
32
|
War 2
|
14 Aug 2025
|
29.00
|
|
33
|
Dhurandhar
|
05 Dec 2025
|
28.60
|
|
34
|
Race 3
|
15 Jun 2018
|
28.50
|
|
35
|
Dunki
|
21 Dec 2023
|
28.00
|
|
36
|
Bang Bang!
|
02 Oct 2014
|
27.54
|
|
37
|
Sikandar
|
30 Mar 2025
|
27.50
|
|
38
|
Bajrangi Bhaijaan
|
17 Jul 2015
|
27.25
|
|
39
|
PK
|
19 Dec 2014
|
26.63
|
|
40
|
Kick
|
25 Jul 2014
|
26.40
|
|
41
|
Sooryavanshi
|
05 Nov 2021
|
26.29
|
|
42
|
Krrish 3
|
01 Nov 2013
|
25.50
|
|
43
|
Gold
|
15 Aug 2018
|
25.25
|
|
44
|
Baaghi 2
|
30 Mar 2018
|
25.10
|
|
45
|
Fighter
|
25 Jan 2024
|
24.60
|
|
46
|
Dabangg 3
|
20 Dec 2019
|
24.50
|
|
47
|
Saaho
|
30 Aug 2019
|
24.40
|
|
48
|
Housefull 5
|
06 Jun 2025
|
24.35
|
|
49
|
Padmaavat
|
25 Jan 2018
|
24.00
|
|
50
|
Thamma
|
21 Oct 2025
|
23.11
|
What is Opening Day Collection?
The opening day collection refers to the total earnings of a film on its first day of release. It reflects the pre-release hype, advance booking strength, and audience interest.
Why Opening Day is Important?
A strong opening day ensures high momentum for the weekend and helps the film secure more screens and shows. Films with record-breaking openings often become blockbuster hits.
Top Opening Day Performers
Movies like Dhurandhar 2, Jawan, Pathaan, and Animal have delivered massive Day 1 collections in recent years.
Factors Behind Huge Opening Day Collections
- Strong advance booking
- Massive fan following
- Wide release across screens
- Holiday or festival release
- High marketing and promotions
FAQs
Which Bollywood movie has the highest opening day collection?
Recent big films like Dhurandhar 2 and Jawan have recorded some of the highest opening day collections.
What is considered a good opening day collection?
A collection above ₹50 crore is strong, while ₹100+ crore is considered a record-breaking opening.
Why is opening day important?
It sets the tone for the film’s overall box office performance.