This film earned Rs 75 crore on its first day, was a blockbuster like Pushpa 2, lead actor charged fees of Rs 100 crore

This movie emerged as the highest-grossing Indian film of 2023. The lead actor reportedly received a share of the film’s total earnings.

Written by: Kritika Vaid

Updated: January 23, 2025, 5:11 PM IST

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Some movies win hearts instantly upon their release. These days, the success of Pushpa 2 is making waves everywhere. In this context, we bring you the details about a blockbuster film released in 2023 that made the same noise as Pushpa 2. Featuring several big stars, the movie had a perfect blend of storytelling, acting, and everything in between. It was so well-received that it earned Rs 74 crores on its very first day. The lead actor played the dual role in an action thriller film.

The movie received positive reviews from critics who praised its cast performances, direction, script, action sequences, and musical score. The film set several box-office records for a Hindi film, overtaking the previous releases of the actor. The movie grossed over Rs 1,148.32 crore and emerged as the highest-grossing Indian film of 2023. Not just this, it also became the second-highest-grossing Hindi film and the sixth-highest-grossing Indian film.

The blockbuster movie in question is Jawan featuring Shahrukh Khan, Vijay Sethupati and Nayantara. It also featured Priyamani, Sanya Malhotra, Deepika Padukone and Sunil Grover in supporting roles.

Shahrukh Khan’s salary for Jawan

Made on a budget of Rs 300-350 crores, Jawan earned four times more, grossing Rs 1,148 crores. The film’s songs also received an excellent response from the audience. From social media to theaters, Jawan became the talk of the town. If reports are to be believed, King Khan charged a fee of Rs 100 crore for the film. Additionally, according to a report by Lifestyle Asia, Shah Rukh Khan also received a share of the film’s total earnings. Meanwhile, Vijay Sethupathi reportedly charged around Rs 21 crores for his role in the movie.

All the records broken by Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan

• Jawan amassed a collection of Rs 129.6 crore at the global box office to become the best-ever Hindi opener.
• Jawan began its run in cinema halls with a collection of Rs 75 crore to become the best ever opener in the domestic market
• Jawan broke the record of biggest single-day collection by an Indian film, as it earned Rs 80.10 crore on its first Sunday
• Jawan toppled Pathaan from its first position in the list of top weekend earners as its first weekend collection was Rs 286.16 crore.
• Jawan became the first Bollywood film to enter Rs 200 crore club in 3 days
• Jawan became the first Bollywood film to enter Rs 300 crore club in 5 days
• Jawan became the third highest Bollywood grosser of 2023