2 September 2023, Mumbai: Shah Rukh Khan’s upcoming film, “Jawan,” is creating waves even before its release, breaking records and setting new benchmarks. The film’s advance booking, which started just 24 hours ago, has already surpassed the previous record set by “Pathaan,” another highly anticipated SRK movie. This is just the beginning for “Jawan,” as it has its sights set on beating the monumental record held by “Baahubali 2: The Conclusion” (Hindi) for the highest day 1 advance booking at national cinema chains.
“Jawan” has surpassed “Pathaan”
The frenzy surrounding “Jawan” began as soon as the official announcement for advance booking was made, with fans flocking to online ticket booking platforms to secure their seats. With each passing hour, “Jawan” outpaced the advance ticket sales of several major Bollywood releases. After just 24 hours, “Jawan” has surpassed “Pathaan” by a significant margin in advance ticket sales for the opening day. “Pathaan” had sold 1.17 lakh tickets at national cinema chains for day 1 within the first 24 hours, according to trade analyst Nishit Shaw. In contrast, “Jawan” has already reached an impressive figure of 1.55 lakh tickets booked in advance.
“Jawan” to TOP day 1 advance booking.
This remarkable pace indicates that “Jawan” is on track to claim the top spot when it comes to day 1 advance booking. Currently, the record for the highest advance ticket sales for the opening day (for a Hindi film) at national cinema chains is held by “Baahubali 2: The Conclusion” (Hindi), which sold a staggering 6.50 lakh tickets.
Here’s a list of Hindi films with the highest advance booking (ticket count) at national cinema chains for the opening day:
“Baahubali 2” (Hindi) – 6.50 lakh
“Pathaan” – 5.56 lakh
“KGF Chapter 2” (Hindi) – 5.15 lakh
“War” – 4.10 lakh
“Thugs Of Hindostan” – 3.46 lakh
“Prem Ratan Dhan Payo” – 3.40 lakh
“Bharat” – 3.16 lakh
“Sultan” – 3.10 lakh
“Dangal” – 3.05 lakh
“Brahmastra” – 3.02 lakh
Jawan to make SRK’s Comeback Even more Stronger after Pathaan
“Jawan” is gearing up to rewrite this list and etch its name in the record books. With Shah Rukh Khan’s massive fan following and the buzz surrounding the film, it wouldn’t be surprising to see “Jawan” emerge as the new champion in the world of advance booking records. As the countdown to its release continues, the excitement and anticipation for “Jawan” are at an all-time high, making it one of the most awaited films of the year.
Jawan Starcast and Exciting Cameos
Amidst all this action, there’s a hint of something deeper between Shah Rukh and Nayanthara’s characters. Those tender moments suggest a past romance, adding a layer of sweetness to the suspense. Deepika Padukone makes a powerful cameo, taking on Shah Rukh in a wrestling match. And then there’s Vijay Sethupathi, who’s like a chameleon with his various avatars, possibly playing a big-shot arms dealer. The “Jawan” cast is a star-studded lineup that includes Shah Rukh Khan, Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi, Sanya Malhotra, Priyamani, Girija Oak, Sanjeeta Bhattacharya, Ridhi Dogra, Sunil Grover, and more. The movie is directed by Atlee and produced by the dynamic duo, Shah Rukh and Gauri Khan’s Red Chillies Entertainment. And let’s not forget, Deepika Padukone pops in for a cameo that’s sure to be unforgettable.
By Yashika Desai