‘Jawan’ Shatters Records: Shah Rukh Khan’s Double Century at the Global Box Office

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Shah Rukh Khan, India’s beloved “SRK,” has officially cemented his position as Bollywood’s reigning superstar by achieving the unthinkable – not one, but two movies grossing over $100 million worldwide in a single year. “Jawan,” his latest venture, has soared to these remarkable heights faster than any Bollywood film before, surpassing the previous record holder, “Pathaan.” Currently, “Jawan,” featuring a star-studded cast including Nayanthara and Vijay Sethupathi, is lighting up screens worldwide.

Shah Rukh Khan, fondly known as SRK, is a name synonymous with Indian cinema. His relentless efforts to expand his fanbase have undoubtedly paid off, and he has solidified his stature as Bollywood’s reigning king, achieving the remarkable feat of two movies grossing over $100 million globally within just one year. Following the unprecedented success of “Pathaan” a few months ago, SRK is poised to break his own record with his latest offering, the action-packed drama “Jawan.” In this film, SRK assumes a dual role, portraying a vigilante cop and his army veteran father, who unite to take down an arms dealer.

In an astonishing turn of events, “Jawan” has amassed ₹858 crore (approximately $103 million) worldwide within just 11 days of its release, as reported by SRK’s production company, Red Chillies Entertainment. It has become the fastest-ever Bollywood film to cross this coveted milestone, a record previously held by “Pathaan,” which concluded its run with $130 million worldwide. Notably, “Pathaan” became SRK’s biggest-ever hit, the highest-grossing Hindi-language film in India, and the second-highest-grossing Hindi movie globally, trailing only behind Aamir Khan’s “Dangal,” which earned approximately $250 million. It’s worth mentioning that a significant portion of “Dangal’s” revenue came from China, where it became a word-of-mouth sensation in 2016. However, both “Jawan” and “Pathaan” have set records without a release in China.

A staggering $68 million of “Jawan’s” $103 million worldwide earnings hails from India. The film not only shattered records for the biggest opening weekend and biggest opening week in Hindi movie history, surpassing “Pathaan” in both respects but also maintained a strong presence at the box office, with a 58% drop in its second weekend, raking in just under $20 million globally. On the domestic front, “Jawan” added $2.4 million during the weekend, bringing its total to $12.1 million. It seems likely that “Jawan” will surpass the $14 million lifetime earnings of last year’s hit “RRR,” but the real question is whether it can surpass “Pathaan’s” impressive $17 million haul.

Nonetheless, one thing seems certain – “Jawan” is on track to shatter “Pathaan’s” all-time global box office record, solidifying SRK’s status as the only Indian actor to deliver two $100 million grossers in a single year. Khan’s journey began on television in the late ’80s, and he quickly transitioned into a romantic heartthrob during the ’90s. As his influence and wealth grew, SRK ventured into producing high-budget films that pushed the boundaries of Indian cinema. However, a series of commercial failures led to a self-imposed sabbatical that lasted nearly five years.

SRK’s recent success appears to be closely tied to his investment in franchises. “Pathaan” is part of a shared universe of spy films that includes Salman Khan’s “Tiger” series and Hrithik Roshan’s “War.” It served as a triumphant return for SRK earlier this year, and “Jawan,” with hints of a sequel, has only built on that momentum. While primarily a Hindi-language film, “Jawan” also reached audiences in the south of India with Tamil and Telugu dubbed versions. This strategic move aimed to cater to the southern audience, where Bollywood films may not always resonate due to language barriers. Drawing inspiration from mainstream Tamil cinema, “Jawan” is helmed by director Atlee and boasts a star-studded cast featuring Nayanthara and Vijay Sethupathi, both more popular in the southern regions than the north, where Bollywood reigns supreme.

The film garnered mostly positive reviews, lauding its political messaging and SRK’s undeniable star power. Alongside SRK, “Jawan” features a stellar ensemble cast, including Sanya Malhotra, Priyamani, Sunil Grover, Ridhi Dogra, Aaliyah Qureishi, Sanjeeta Bhattacharya, Girija Oak, and Deepika Padukone in an extended cameo. As we eagerly await further updates, it’s clear that Shah Rukh Khan’s star continues to shine brightly on the global cinematic stage.

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