Mumbai, India — April 16, 2026
The Indian box office witnessed mixed trends on Wednesday, April 16, 2026, as blockbuster Dhurandhar 2 continued its strong run despite a slowdown, while Dacoit and Project Hail Mary recorded noticeable declines in daily collections.
With new releases entering theaters, the competition is intensifying, impacting ongoing films across segments.
🎬 Dhurandhar 2 Box Office Collection
Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar 2 continues its impressive theatrical run in its fourth week after releasing on March 19.
However, the film is now witnessing a gradual slowdown in daily earnings:
- Day 27 (Tuesday): ₹8.31 crore
- Day 28 (Wednesday): ₹4.77 crore
The film’s India net collection now stands at ₹1,099.73 crore, maintaining its blockbuster status.
📊 Weekly Breakdown
- Week 1: ₹674.17 crore
- Week 2: ₹263.65 crore
- Week 3: ₹110.60 crore
Globally, the film—starring Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, and Sara Arjun—has reached ₹1,733.20 crore gross worldwide.
It is now closing in on the global benchmark set by Pushpa 2 (₹1,742.10 crore), positioning itself for a potential record-breaking milestone in the coming days.
🎬 Dacoit Box Office Collection
The crime drama Dacoit, starring Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur, is struggling to maintain momentum at the box office since its April 10 release.
The film saw a sharp dip on its sixth day:
- Day 5 (Tuesday): ₹3.45 crore
- Day 6 (Wednesday): ₹1.80 crore
Its total India net collection has reached ₹27.05 crore, reflecting a modest performance so far.
With increased competition from upcoming releases, including Bhoot Bangla, the film’s theatrical run may face further challenges.
🎬 Project Hail Mary Box Office Collection
Hollywood sci-fi film Project Hail Mary, which released in India on March 26, is also witnessing a steady decline in earnings.
- Day 20 (Tuesday): ₹1.75 crore
- Day 21 (Wednesday): ₹1.15 crore
The film’s total India net collection stands at ₹59.01 crore, indicating a slowdown after an initially stable run.
📉 Box Office Trend Analysis
Overall, Wednesday’s box office performance highlights a clear trend:
- Dhurandhar 2 remains dominant but is slowing in its fourth week
- Dacoit is underperforming with declining footfall
- Project Hail Mary is nearing the end of its theatrical lifecycle
The arrival of new releases is expected to further reshape box office dynamics over the weekend.
