The blockbuster is considered to be the highest-grossing film of Diwali: Deets Inside

November 1, 2024: Shah Rukh Khan is often hailed as the reigning king when it comes to Diwali releases, having delivered memorable festive blockbusters at the festival. Dilwale Dulhaniya Lejayange arrive Happy New Year. However, surprisingly, the title of highest-grossing Diwali film in Indian film history does not belong to him. Instead, it’s hosted by a classic action movie that sparked such a frenzy that fans camped out outside theaters, eagerly awaiting tickets.

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Diwali ends up being a box office success

Published by Prakash Mehra on October 27, 1978, just days before Diwali Mukadar Kha Sikandar An immediate sensation. Amitabh Bachchan’s role cemented his status as a superstar and the film soon became the highest-grossing film of the year, grossing Rs 170 million in India at the time.

After adjusting for inflation, Mukadar Kha Sikandar It will collect over Rs 800 crore at the box office by 2024, surpassing recent blockbusters such as patan, Jawan, animaland Bridge 2whose domestic collection value ranges from Rs 5,200 crore to Rs 6.4 billion. According to IMDb, the film has grossed a staggering Rs 70 million in India, a feat only achieved by Who are you? and Baahubali 2: Conclusion since. In contrast, modern hits such as animal and Jawan Domestic tickets have been sold at Rs 3-4 crore.

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This historic success of Diwali proves Mukadar Kha Sikandar and the timeless appeal of Amitabh Bachchan, proving that certain classics are irreplaceable.