I watched Maalik and found it refreshing—Rajkummar Rao in a gritty action role is something new. The film’s mood, story, and performance make it worth a watch.
Weekly Box Office Collection
| Week | India Gross (crore) | Fluctuation (%+/-) |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 (Days 1-7) | ₹25.44 | – |
| Week 2 (Days 8-14) | ₹4.08 | -83.96% |
| Week 3+ (Days 15-35) | ₹2.13 | -47.79% |
Maalik Daily Box Office Collection
| Day | Date | India Gross (crore) | Fluctuation (%+/-) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | July 11, 2025 | ₹4.50 | (Opening Day) |
| Day 2 | July 12, 2025 | ₹6.30 | +40.00% |
| Day 3 | July 13, 2025 | ₹6.30 | 0.00% |
| Day 4 | July 14, 2025 | ₹2.10 | -66.67% |
| Day 5 | July 15, 2025 | ₹2.52 | +20.00% |
| Day 6 | July 16, 2025 | ₹2.10 | -16.67% |
| Day 7 | July 17, 2025 | ₹1.62 | -22.86% |
| Day 8 | July 18, 2025 | ₹0.78 | -51.85% |
| Day 9 | July 19, 2025 | ₹0.90 | +15.38% |
| Day 10 | July 20, 2025 | ₹1.02 | +13.33% |
| Day 11 | July 21, 2025 | ₹0.30 | -70.59% |
| Day 12 | July 22, 2025 | ₹0.42 | +40.00% |
| Days 13-35 | July 23 – August 14, 2025 | ₹2.49 | N/A |
| … | … | … | … |
| Lifetime India Net | – | ₹24.05 crore | – |
| Lifetime India Gross | – | ₹28.65 crore | – |
| Lifetime Worldwide Gross | – | ₹28.65 crore | – |
Verdict: Flop
Budget: ₹65 Crore
OTT Platform: Prime Video
Release Date: 22 August 2025
Maalik 2025 Overview
- Title: Maalik
- Directed by: Pulkit
- Written by: Jyotsana Nath, Pulkit
- Produced by: Kumar Taurani, Jay Shewakramani
- Starring:
- Rajkummar Rao
- Manushi Chhillar
- Prosenjit Chatterjee
- Huma Qureshi
- Saurabh Shukla
- Anshumaan Pushkar
- Cinematography: Anuj Rakesh Dhawan
- Edited by: Zubin Sheikh
- Music by:
- Songs: Sachin–Jigar
- Background Score: Ketan Sodha
- Production Companies: Tips Industries, Northern Lights Films
- Distributed by: Pen Marudhar
- Release Date: 11 July 2025
- Running Time: 152 minutes
- Country: India
- Language: Hindi
- Genre: Action Thriller
- Censor Rating: A
What Worked
- Rajkummar Rao’s gritty action performance felt fresh
- 1980s Allahabad backdrop added strong mood
- Supporting cast like Prosenjit Chatterjee and Manushi Chhillar shined
What Didn’t Work
- Some pacing issues in the second half
- Under-utilization of side characters
Our Quick Review Maalik
I caught Maalik and was pleasantly surprised by Rajkummar Rao’s transformation into a gangster-type role. The action is raw, the mood is intense, and the Allahabad setting makes it feel real. Some slow moments aside, it’s a solid thriller for fans of grounded crime dramas.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
A: 11 July 2025.
A: Pulkit.
A: Rajkummar Rao, Manushi Chhillar, Prosenjit Chatterjee, Huma Qureshi.
A: TBA.
A: ₹ 65 crore.
A: As of Day 2 (12 July 2025), the film has grossed approximately ₹11.17 crore in India.
A: Yes, Maalik is inspired by real-life events surrounding land acquisition and justice in rural India.
Conclusion
It is a refreshing Hindi crime-action movie with a strong lead performance and a gritty setting. If you love movies with intense themes and solid acting, this one is worth your time. Let’s see how it does at the box office, but for now, it’s definitely on my “watch again” list.
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