In December, we witnessed an epic clash at the box office between two major films – Shah Rukh Khan’s Dunki and Prabhas’ Salaar. Despite rumors of a rivalry, both movies emerged victorious at the box office. Let’s dive into a detailed comparison of their budget, final collections, and ratings.

Box Office Battle: Dunki vs Salaar

Shah Rukh Khan’s Dunki took the lead globally, earning a total of 470.60 crores. Within India, it grossed 273.76 crores, while the overseas market contributed 196.84 crores.

On the other hand, Prabhas’ Salaar grossed a massive 615.26 crores worldwide. Its domestic collections were impressive too, with 480.26 crores, and it earned 135 crores from international markets.

Budget Breakdown: Dunki vs Salaar

Dunki had an advantage in terms of budget. The film was made on a modest budget of 120 crores, making it a profitable venture. With a solid global collection, it turned out to be a box office success for Shah Rukh Khan.

Meanwhile, Salaar was a bigger risk with a 350 crores budget. While it performed well in India, it’s clear that the movie needed global earnings to balance its hefty budget.

Rating Showdown: Dunki vs Salaar

When it comes to IMDb ratings, Dunki scored a 7.2/10 with over 62,000 votes, while Salaar received a 6.5/10 from 58,000 users.

On Rotten Tomatoes, the audience score for Dunki is 76%, but its Tomatometer stands at just 53%. In contrast, Salaar shines with an 86% audience score and a solid 73% Tomatometer.

Conclusion: Who Wins?

In this fierce box office battle, both films have their victories. Dunki is a modest success, earning impressive returns on a smaller budget. Salaar, with its larger budget, is a global winner, but the theatrical success in India was more limited.

Dunki takes the crown for global earnings on a reasonable budget, while Salaar makes up for it with its worldwide success despite a higher cost. It’s clear that both films had their moments to shine!

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