TOP 10 HIGHEST DAY 1 BOX OFFICE COLLECTIONS IN INDIA: RRR, BAAHUBALI 2, KALKI 2898 AD & MORE | COMPLETE LIST
Top 10 Highest Day 1 Box Office Collections In India: Indian films have become incredibly popular worldwide, often making a significant mark on the global box office. This success is fueled by extensive promotions and high levels of anticipation among audiences. As a result, many Indian movies have achieved extraordinary earnings on their first day of release. Take, for example, the blockbuster film RRR, which earned an astounding Rs 223.5 crore on its opening day. This impressive figure highlights the film's broad appeal and the effectiveness of its marketing campaign. Another notable film, Baahubali, shattered records in international markets, setting new benchmarks for Indian cinema overseas. Baahubali 2's box office collection on Day 1 was Rs 214.5 cr.
Looking ahead, the much-anticipated film Kalki 2898 AD is projected to earn Rs 200 crore on its first day, signalling a potential strong start at the box office. Kalki 2898 AD is all set to hit the theatres on June 27, 2024. The movie stars Prabhas, Deepika Padukone and Amitabh Bachchan in lead roles. Originally set for a 9 May 2024 release, it was postponed due to the Indian general election and is now slated for a worldwide release on June, 2024 in IMAX, 3D, and other formats.
Kalki 2898 AD, directed by Nag Ashwin, is reported to have an astounding production budget of Rs 600 crores. This makes it not only one of the most costly Indian films ever made but also sees it surpassing the production budgets of other major blockbusters starring Prabhas, including ‘Salaar: Part 1’ and both movies from the ‘Baahubali’ series.
These examples illustrate the powerful impact that Indian films can have right from day one of their release. To provide a comprehensive view, here's a detailed look at the top 10 Indian movies with the highest day-one box office collections:
Top 10 Highest Day 1 Box Office Collection In India
| Movie Name | Day 1 Box Office Collection |
| RRR | Rs 223.5 cr |
| Baahubali 2 | Rs 214.5 cr |
| Kalki 2898 AD | Rs 191.5 cr |
| KGF 2 | Rs 164.5 cr |
| Adipurush | Rs 136.8 cr |
| Saaho | Rs 125.6 cr |
| 2.0 | Rs 105.6 cr |
| Pathaan | Rs 104.8 cr |
| Jailer | Rs 91.2 cr |
| Kabali | Rs 90.5 cr |