Dacoit: Ek Prem Katha has finally arrived in theatres after multiple delays, but its opening at the Hindi box office has been underwhelming. The bilingual romantic action drama, starring Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur, is estimated to have collected just ₹75 lakh on its first day.
Slow start at the box office
The film’s dull opening can largely be attributed to low pre-release buzz among Hindi audiences. Directed by Shaneil Deo, the movie has also received mixed word-of-mouth, which may impact its performance in the coming days.
To recover, Dacoit: Ek Prem Katha will need to show strong growth over the weekend and maintain steady numbers through the weekdays to reach a respectable total.
Upcoming box office competition
The film is set to face competition from Akshay Kumar’s upcoming horror-comedy Bhooth Bangla, which begins paid previews on April 16 ahead of its full release. The clash could further challenge Dacoit’s box office prospects.
Day-wise Hindi box office collection
Day 1: ₹75 lakh
Total: ₹75 lakh
About the film
Apart from Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur, the film features an ensemble cast including Anurag Kashyap, Prakash Raj, Sunil, Atul Kulkarni, Zayn Marie Khan, and Kamakshi Bhaskarla.
The Telugu-Hindi film blends action, drama, and romance, telling the story of two lovers, Hari and Juliet, whose relationship takes a dark turn after betrayal leads to imprisonment.
Originally slated for a December 25, 2025 release, the film faced multiple postponements before finally hitting screens on April 10, 2026.