Maalik is an action thriller and gangster drama set in 1980s Allahabad, marking Rajkummar Rao's first venture into this genre. Action thrillers tend to attract mass audiences in Bollywood, especially when backed by strong performances and engaging narratives. The film's gritty, action-packed premise, combined with social themes, could resonate with audiences seeking high-octane entertainment.

Maalik is set to release on July 11, 2025, a regular working Friday, and will face competition from films like Sitaare Zameen Par, Metro In Dino, and Maa. This clash could split the audience, particularly if these films cater to different demographics or generate stronger buzz. The competitive landscape could cap Maalik's opening weekend performance unless it generates exceptional word-of-mouth. Estimates suggest Maalik has a landing cost of approximately ₹60 crore. For profitability, it would need to gross at least ₹50-60 crore nett in India to break even, assuming a low-to-moderate budget typical for a Rao-led film.

Maalik has the potential to be a moderate box office success, leveraging Rajkummar Rao’s star power, the action thriller genre’s appeal, and a relatively low budget. However, its performance will hinge on delivering a strong narrative, positive audience reception, and overcoming competition. However, mixed sentiments and competition pose risks, and a failure to connect emotionally could limit it, resulting in a flop. The film’s fate will become clearer based on audience feedback and word-of-mouth.

Here’s the day-wise breakdown of the Maalik’s India box office performance (updated daily)

Day	India Nett Collection
Day 1 (First Friday)	₹4.02 crores

Maalik's Overseas Box Office Performance:
Opening Day: $M
Opening Weekend: $M

Total Box-office Collection (After Days):
➤ India Net: ₹4.02 cr
➤ India Gross: ₹4.74 cr
➤ Overseas Gross: $M
➤ Worldwide Total: ₹5 cr

Verdict: Pending

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Disclaimer: The box office figures are compiled from various sources and our own research. The figures can be approximate and we do not make any claims about the authenticity of the data. However they are adequately indicative of the box-office performance of the film(s).