Lal Singh Chaddha Box Office Collection 3 Day

Imagine a movie that promised big stars, a heartwarming story, and a lot of excitement—but didn’t quite win everyone’s hearts at the box office. That’s the tale of Laal Singh Chaddha, a film that carried big dreams but stumbled along the way. Let’s dive into its journey, from the first ticket sold to its final earnings, and see what happened!

🎬 Film Overview

Film Title

Laal Singh Chaddha

Director & Producers

Director: Advait Chandan
Producers: Aamir Khan, Kiran Rao, Jyoti Deshpande, and Viacom18 Studios

Main Cast

Aamir Khan as Laal Singh Chaddha – The kind, simple man at the heart of the story.
Kareena Kapoor Khan as Rupa – Laal’s love and guiding light.
Naga Chaitanya as Balaraju (Bala) – Laal’s loyal army friend.
Mona Singh as Mrs. Chaddha – Laal’s loving mom.

Budget

The movie cost a whopping $22 million (around ₹180 crore) to make. That’s a lot of money spent on filming, special effects, and getting it ready for theaters!

Film Bio

Laal Singh Chaddha is a sweet and emotional drama, inspired by the Hollywood hit Forrest Gump. It follows Laal, a gentle guy with a big heart, as he runs through life—literally and figuratively! From meeting his childhood sweetheart Rupa to serving in the army and starting a business, Laal’s adventures mix with big moments in India’s history. It’s a feel-good story about love, friendship, and never giving up, but it faced some tough challenges when it hit theaters on August 11, 2022.

💰 Box Office Performance

Opening Day Collection

On its first day, Laal Singh Chaddha earned $1.5 million (₹11.70 crore) worldwide. In India, people were curious because it was Aamir Khan’s comeback after four years, but the numbers were lower than expected. Many fans were excited, but others stayed away, partly because of boycott calls on social media.

First Weekend Earnings

Over the first three days, the movie made $4.8 million (₹37.96 crore) in India. It picked up a little on Saturday and Sunday, but the buzz wasn’t as strong as hoped. People wanted more magic from Aamir, and the competition from Raksha Bandhan didn’t help.

First Week Collection

By the end of its first week (7 days), Laal Singh Chaddha collected $6.5 million (₹50.98 crore) in India. Overseas, it added another $2.5 million (₹20 crore), making a worldwide total of $9 million (₹70.98 crore). It started strong but slowed down fast, like a runner losing steam.

Monthly & Yearly Projections

After its first month, the movie wrapped up with about $7.4 million (₹58.73 crore) in India and $16.4 million (₹129.64 crore) worldwide. Experts thought it might soar past $25 million globally, but it didn’t. For the year, it stayed at this total since it didn’t get a big release in places like China, where Aamir’s films usually shine.

🌍 Domestic & International Breakdown

Domestic vs. International Revenue

Domestic (India): $7.4 million (₹58.73 crore nett)
International: $9 million (₹70.91 crore)
The film did better overseas than at home, which surprised some fans. People abroad loved Laal’s story more than folks in India did!

Top-Performing Countries

United States: $1.8 million – A decent haul from North American fans.
Australia: $0.7 million – Aussies enjoyed it too!
United Kingdom: $0.5 million – A solid showing in the UK.
Middle East: $1.2 million – A big hit in places like the UAE.

📊 Financial Analysis

Budget vs. Earnings

Budget: $22 million (₹180 crore)
Worldwide Earnings: $16.4 million (₹129.64 crore)
The numbers don’t add up happily here. The movie spent more than it earned, leaving a gap of about $5.6 million (₹50 crore).

Profitability Analysis

Sadly, Laal Singh Chaddha didn’t make a profit in theaters. It lost money because it couldn’t cover its big budget. But here’s a silver lining: deals with Netflix (worth $10 million or ₹80 crore) and other streaming platforms helped recover some cash. Still, the producers likely felt a sting of disappointment.

🏆 Records & Comparisons

Records Broken

Highest-Grossing Hindi Film Overseas in 2022: It beat Gangubai Kathiawadi and The Kashmir Files with $7.5 million abroad!
Aamir’s Lowest Opening in 13 Years: Day 1’s $1.5 million was his weakest start since 2009.

Comparison with Similar Films

Raksha Bandhan: Released the same day, it made $5.2 million (₹41 crore) worldwide on a $9 million (₹70 crore) budget. It lost money too, but less than Laal Singh Chaddha.
Dangal: Aamir’s 2016 blockbuster earned over $200 million worldwide—Laal Singh Chaddha didn’t come close!

Impact of Competition

Raksha Bandhan, starring Akshay Kumar, stole some viewers since both films came out on August 11, 2022. Plus, boycott calls on social media hurt Laal Singh Chaddha more, making it a tough fight.

🎭 Audience & Critical Reception

Critical Reviews

IMDb: 5.6/10 – Mixed feelings from viewers.
Rotten Tomatoes: 65% – Critics liked it more than fans, calling it “sweet but slow.”
Metacritic: 54/100 – Okay, but not amazing.
Critics said Aamir tried hard, but the movie felt too long and didn’t capture India’s spirit like Forrest Gump did for America.

Public Reaction

Fans were split. Some cried happy tears for Laal’s journey, but others yawned and said, “It’s boring!” Social media was loud with #BoycottLaalSinghChaddha, which scared some people away. Word-of-mouth didn’t spread like wildfire—it fizzled out instead.

📈 Predictions & Future Expectations

Future Earnings Estimates

The movie’s theater run ended at $16.4 million (₹129.64 crore) worldwide. Without a China release (where Aamir’s Dangal made $190 million!), it won’t grow much more. Streaming might add a little, but the big bucks are done.

Earnings Table

Timeframe	Domestic Earnings	International Earnings	Total Earnings	Notes
Opening Day	$1.5M / ₹11.70 Cr	$0.2M / ₹1.5 Cr	$1.7M / ₹13.2 Cr	Slow start
First Weekend	$4.8M / ₹37.96 Cr	$0.8M / ₹6 Cr	$5.6M / ₹43.96 Cr	Slight pickup
First Week	$6.5M / ₹50.98 Cr	$2.5M / ₹20 Cr	$9M / ₹70.98 Cr	Dropped fast
First Month	$7.4M / ₹58.73 Cr	$9M / ₹70.91 Cr	$16.4M / ₹129.64 Cr	Flat finish
Yearly Total	$7.4M / ₹58.73 Cr	$9M / ₹70.91 Cr	$16.4M / ₹129.64 Cr	No big boosts expected

Day-Wise Box Office Collection (India)

Here’s how much it made each day in India during the first week, plus a peek at Day 11:

Day 1: $1.5M / ₹11.70 Cr – A quiet start.
Day 2: $0.9M / ₹7.26 Cr – A big drop!
Day 3: $1.1M / ₹9 Cr – A little bounce.
Day 4: $1.3M / ₹10 Cr – Sunday helped.
Day 5: $1M / ₹7.87 Cr – Holiday boost.
Day 6: $0.25M / ₹2 Cr – Crashed hard.
Day 7: $0.45M / ₹3.15 Cr – Struggling.
Day 11: $0.06M / ₹0.5 Cr – Almost empty theaters.

💎 Lead Actresses’ Net Worth (2025)

Kareena Kapoor Khan

Net Worth (2025): $75 million (₹600 crore)
Major Earnings Sources: Films, brand endorsements (like Lakmé), and her book Pregnancy Bible.
Changes: Her wealth grew with new ad deals and a hit OTT show in 2024.

Mona Singh

Net Worth (2025): $5 million (₹40 crore)
Major Earnings Sources: Acting in TV (Jassi Jaissi Koi Nahin), films, and ads.
Changes: Steady growth from web series and small investments.