Rajkummar Rao’s latest action-thriller, Maalik, released on July 11 alongside Vikrant Massey and Shanaya Kapoor’s Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan, is rapidly gaining momentum at the box office despite receiving mixed reactions from critics. The film’s growing popularity among Rajkummar Rao’s fan base has boosted its collections, with the India net box office collection (NBOC) surpassing Rs 9.4 crore by its second day.
Detailed Box Office Performance and Film Cast
Maalik’s official day two box office figures were revealed by the film’s producer on Instagram, showing a strong earning of Rs 5.45 crore on Saturday, pushing the total NBOC to Rs 9.47 crore. Directed by Pulkit and produced under Tips Films by Kumar Taurani in collaboration with Jay Shewakramani’s Northern Lights Films, the movie features a powerful ensemble cast. Besides Rajkummar Rao, the film stars Prosenjit Chatterjee and Manushi Chhillar, along with notable actors like Huma Qureshi, Saurabh Sachdeva, Saurabh Shukla, Anshumaan Pushkar, Swanand Kirkire, Rajendra Gupta, and Baljinder Kaur in key roles.
Critical Response Highlights the Film’s Intensity
While Maalik has divided critics with its reception, some have praised the film’s gripping narrative and realistic portrayal. Bollywood Bubble awarded the movie a 3.5-star rating, stating,
“The screenplay is taut, packed with edge-of-the-seat moments, layered characters, and morally grey choices. It never lets up on the tension, yet balances drama and emotion with finesse. Shot entirely on real locations, the visuals feel grounded and vivid, capturing the dust, chaos, and character of the era with remarkable accuracy.”
—Bollywood Bubble
The Impact of Maalik’s Early Success and What Lies Ahead
Maalik’s box office trajectory indicates strong audience interest, buoyed by Rajkummar Rao’s compelling performance and the film’s intense storytelling. The robust weekend figures suggest that despite mixed reviews, the film is resonating with viewers, contributing positively to the Hindi film market. As the film continues to play in theaters, it remains to be seen if Maalik can maintain this momentum to cross the Rs 10 crore milestone and beyond, potentially setting a solid foundation for Rajkummar Rao’s forthcoming projects and establishing the film’s place among recent successful action thrillers.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Has Rajkummar Rao done any surgery?
A. I haven’t had any plastic surgery,” he said. Rao mentioned that around eight years ago, he chose to get fillers. His dermatologist suggested this to make his chin look slightly better.
Q. Did Rajkummar Rao have surgery?
A. The photo in question led to rumors that Rajkummar Rao had plastic surgery. After a picture of him at Diljit Dosanjh’s concert spread online, people began to wonder if he had cosmetic work done. However, he clarified, “It is not plastic surgery!”
