Rajkummar Rao is on a remarkable box office journey with his latest film, Bhool Chuk Maaf. This film has officially surpassed the lifetime earnings of Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video, marking it as Rao’s fourth highest-grossing Hindi film to date. In its opening week, Bhool Chuk Maaf amassed an impressive Rs 44 crore, while Stree 2 continues to hold the title of his top earner. The success of this film underscores Rao’s versatility as an actor.

Box Office Performance

Since its release last Friday, Bhool Chuk Maaf has been performing exceptionally well at the box office. It has outperformed Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video, which concluded its run with Rs 42.09 crore. The film’s consistent performance throughout the weekdays, following a strong weekend, is particularly noteworthy.

The film kicked off with Rs 7 crore on its opening Friday, gaining momentum over the weekend with Rs 9.5 crore on Saturday and Rs 11.5 crore on Sunday. Although there was a typical drop on Monday to Rs 4.5 crore, it rebounded slightly on Tuesday with Rs 4.75 crore. The collections for Wednesday and Thursday were Rs 3.5 crore and Rs 3.25 crore, respectively, bringing the total to Rs 44 crore after seven days.

Rao’s Box Office Rankings

This achievement elevates Bhool Chuk Maaf within Rajkummar Rao’s personal box office rankings. Leading the list is Stree 2, which garnered an astounding Rs 597.99 crore in India, followed by the original Stree at Rs 129.83 crore and the biopic Srikanth at Rs 48.07 crore. With Bhool Chuk Maaf now in fourth place, it has left Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video behind.

However, the film’s potential to reach the third spot may be limited, as it is set to be available on OTT platforms soon, which could shorten its theatrical run. Given its first-week performance, it seems unlikely that it will surpass the Rs 100 crore mark to challenge Stree for the second position.

Rao’s Versatility and Future Prospects

The success of Bhool Chuk Maaf is a clear indication of Rajkummar Rao’s ability to lead films across various genres. While he has established himself in content-driven cinema, his recent selections reflect a strategic blend of mass appeal and compelling narratives. Positive word-of-mouth and a loyal fanbase have significantly contributed to the film’s success, particularly in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities.

As the film approaches its second weekend, industry experts predict it may surpass the Rs 50 crore mark, further solidifying its position. This marks Rao’s third consecutive successful project following Srikanth and Stree 2, making 2024 and 2025 a promising period for the versatile actor. Additionally, he has an action film titled Maalik, directed by Pulkit, set for release in the coming months, which will be his first full-fledged action venture.