Dacoit Box Office Collection Day 1
Amid Ranveer Singh Dhurandhar 2 dominance, Adivi Sesh–Mrunal Thakur film opens on a modest but positive note
The much-awaited action drama Dacoit, starring Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur, finally hit theatres on April 10, 2026, after delaying its release to avoid a direct clash with Dhurandhar 2. Despite this strategic move, the film is still facing strong competition from the blockbuster juggernaut led by Ranveer Singh.
Day 1 Box Office Collection (Early Estimates)
- India Net Collection: ₹2.3 – ₹3.1 crore (approx.)
- India Gross: Around ₹3.5+ crore
- Hindi belt performance: Very low (~₹0.4 crore)
- Telugu version: Major contributor (~₹2.6 crore)
The film recorded an overall occupancy of around 24%, with stronger performance in Telugu regions compared to the Hindi market.
Opening Trend & Audience Response
- The film had a decent morning occupancy (~30%), entering the Top 5 Telugu openers of 2026 (morning shows).
- Positive signs were seen in advance bookings and ticket sales, especially in South India.
- However, Hindi audience response remained lukewarm, impacting the overall opening.
Clash Impact: Dhurandhar 2 Effect
Dhurandhar: The Revenge (Dhurandhar 2) continues to dominate even in its third week, earning crores daily and crossing massive global milestones.
- Dacoit earned only ₹35 lakh in Hindi till evening,
- While Dhurandhar 2 was still collecting ₹2.5+ crore on the same day.
This clearly shows the heavy competition affecting Dacoit’s opening potential.
Reviews & Word of Mouth
- Audience response is mixed to positive
- Praises:
- Action sequences
- Cinematography
- Performances (especially Adivi Sesh)
- Criticism:
- Weak screenplay in parts
Even actor Nani called the film a “true blockbuster boosting early buzz.
Budget & Expectations
- Estimated Budget: ₹60–80 crore
- Needs strong weekend growth to stay on track
Verdict (Day 1)
- Positive signs: Good Telugu occupancy, strong morning trends
- Concerns: Weak Hindi opening, massive competition
- Overall: Average to decent start with scope to grow over the weekend
What Next?
If Dacoit shows strong jump on Saturday & Sunday, it can still recover and build momentum through word-of-mouth. Otherwise, the dominance of Dhurandhar 2 may continue to limit its box office growth.
