While “Dunki” may have fallen short of expectations, King Khan’s throne at the box office remains unshaken. 2023 was a year of triumphant returns for Shah Rukh Khan, with his action extravaganzas “Pathaan” and “Jawan” conquering the hearts (and wallets) of moviegoers.
“Pathaan” stormed the Republic Day weekend, setting box office records on fire. “Jawan,” released on Janmashtami, followed suit, proving that Shah Rukh Khan’s star power transcends festivals and genres. Both films crossed unimaginable figures, cementing his reign as Bollywood’s ultimate box office king.
One can’t help but wonder “what if?” Had “Dunki” lived up to its potential, it could have been the cherry on top of an already historic year. Rajkumar Hirani’s social drama, paired with Shah Rukh Khan’s unmatched charisma, could have rewritten box office history. But even without the “Dunki” dream run, 2023 will be remembered as the year Shah Rukh Khan reclaimed his crown and reminded everyone why he’s Bollywood’s Badshah.
Imagine a universe where Shah Rukh Khan wasn’t just the king of the box office, but the emperor. A realm where Dunki soared alongside Pathaan and Jawan, crowning him the ruler of the year’s top three grossing films. Alas, this cinematic kingdom remains a tantalizing mirage, a record heartbreakingly close, yet agonizingly out of reach.
While “Dunki” may have stumbled, Shah Rukh Khan’s 2023 was far from a fairy tale gone wrong. In a year marked by roaring action and dazzling box office numbers, the Badshah has snatched the top two spots on the highest-grossing films list, proving once again that he wears the box office crown with effortless swagger.
“Jawan,” a whirlwind of octane and adrenaline, sits proudly at number one with a thunderous 640.42 crore. Just behind it, “Pathaan,” a slick blend of charm and guns, sways at number two with 543.322 crore. These figures aren’t just numbers, they’re testaments to Khan’s enduring power to electrify audiences and reign as Bollywood’s box office king.
