
Ajay Devgn's comedy film 'Dhamaal 4' has completed 20 days in theatres. On its 20th day, the movie witnessed a dip in collections. The exact figures for the day are not yet confirmed by the makers, but early estimates show a significant drop from its third weekend numbers.
The film, which is part of the popular 'Dhamaal' franchise, had a slow start but picked up over the weekends. The weekday slowdown is a common pattern for comedy films that rely on family audiences, who typically visit theatres only on holidays.
Despite the dip, 'Dhamaal 4' has managed to cross the Rs 21 crore nett mark at the domestic box office. This is a modest total for a film starring a star of Ajay Devgn's stature, especially considering the franchise's previous entries.
The film's lifetime collection now stands at approximately Rs 21.25 crore. Trade analysts note that the movie needed a stronger opening weekend to justify its budget. The current run suggests it may end its theatrical run with around Rs 23-24 crore nett in India.
New releases in the third week have eaten into 'Dhamaal 4's screen share. Multiplexes have started reducing shows for the film as newer content arrives. Single-screen cinemas in smaller towns, however, continue to show decent occupancy for the comedy.
Audience feedback has been mixed. While fans of the franchise appreciate the familiar humor, critics have pointed out a lack of freshness in the plot. Word-of-mouth has not been strong enough to drive extraordinary collections.
With the fourth week approaching, 'Dhamaal 4' will struggle to hold screens. The film's performance in the coming days will depend on how much it can capitalize on any remaining holiday period. Unless a strong word-of-mouth revival happens, the movie is expected to wrap up its run soon.