Shah Rukh Khan’s much-anticipated film, “Dunki,” made its theatrical debut on Thursday, marking the collaboration between SRK and renowned filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani. The film, centered around a group of friends and their aspirations to study abroad, received a favorable response at the box office, accumulating approximately Rs 28 crore on its opening day, as reported by Box Office India.
“Dunki” features a stellar cast, including Taapsee Pannu, Vicky Kaushal, and Boman Irani, contributing to its widespread appeal among audiences and critics alike. The film explores the dreams and challenges of the characters as they aspire to pursue education overseas. Interestingly, the release of Prabhas’ “Salaar” on the same day adds an extra layer of excitement to the box office competition between SRK’s “Dunki” and the Prasanth Neel directorial.
The film holds a special place in Shah Rukh Khan’s heart, who dubbed it his “best film” in a widely circulated clip. When asked for “three words for Dunki,” SRK responded with “Rajkumar Hirani,” “My best film,” and encouraged everyone to “Please watch on December 21st.” This unexpected declaration generated spontaneous applause and excitement among the audience.
Critics, including NDTV’s Saibal Chatterjee, praised “Dunki” for its flawless performances, particularly those of lead actors SRK and Taapsee Pannu. Chatterjee gave the film 3.5 stars, praising its emotionally engaging narrative and well-crafted balance of heart, head, and soul. The plot of the film, which revolves around a surprising love story, received praise for its unexpected twists that unfold without straining credulity.
As “Dunki” continues to draw crowds to theaters, the buzz surrounding its box office success and SRK’s enthusiastic endorsement elevates its status as a must-see film.