
🎬 Film Overview
Film Title: Gangubai Kathiawadi
Director & Producers: Directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, and produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Jayantilal Gada.
Main Cast: Alia Bhatt (Gangubai), Shantanu Maheshwari (Afsaan), Vijay Raaz, Seema Pahwa, and a special appearance by Ajay Devgn.
Budget: Around $23.5 million (₹180 crore). This includes making the movie and telling everyone about it!
Film Bio: Imagine a young girl named Ganga who dreams of being a Bollywood star. But her life takes a big twist when she’s tricked and sold into a tough world in Mumbai’s Kamathipura. She doesn’t give up, though! She becomes Gangubai—a strong, brave woman who fights for herself and others. This movie is a real-life story turned into a big, colorful drama with lots of heart. It’s about courage, power, and never losing hope!
💰 Box Office Performance
Opening Day Collection (Day 1):
The movie started with a bang on February 25, 2022! It earned $1.37 million (₹10.50 crore) in India on its first day. People were excited to see Alia Bhatt as Gangubai, and the theaters were buzzing with happy faces.
First Weekend Earnings (Days 1-3):
Over the first three days, Gangubai Kathiawadi collected $5.11 million (₹39.12 crore) in India. It grew bigger each day—Friday was good, Saturday was better, and Sunday was the best! Everyone was talking about how amazing the movie looked and how Alia made them feel all the emotions.
First Week Collection (Days 1-7):
By the end of its first week, the movie made $9 million (₹68.93 crore) in India. That’s a lot of money in just seven days! It kept going strong because people loved the story and told their friends to watch it too.
Monthly & Yearly Projections:
In its first month, Gangubai Kathiawadi earned about $17.2 million (₹132 crore) in India alone. Worldwide, it crossed $27.4 million (₹211 crore) by the end of its run. Experts think it could keep earning a little more over the year through TV and online streaming, maybe reaching $30 million (₹230 crore) total!
🌍 Domestic & International Breakdown
Domestic vs. International Revenue:
- India (Domestic): $17.2 million (₹132 crore nett, ₹155.5 crore gross).
- International (Overseas): $7.3 million (₹56 crore).
The movie did super well at home in India, but it also found fans all over the world!
Top-Performing Countries:
- United Kingdom: $854,000—people loved it there!
- United States: $2.8 million—big crowds came to see it.
- Australia: $687,000—another big win!
- Middle East (like UAE): $969,000—lots of cheers from these places too!
📊 Financial Analysis
Budget vs. Earnings:
The movie cost $23.5 million (₹180 crore) to make. Worldwide, it earned $27.4 million (₹211 crore). That’s more than what it cost—yay!
Profitability Analysis:
After paying for everything, the movie made a profit of about $4 million (₹31 crore). It didn’t just get its money back—it made extra! That’s why people call it a “hit.” The producers were happy, and so were the fans.
🏆 Records & Comparisons
Records Broken:
- Third-biggest opening day during the pandemic in India ($1.37 million / ₹10.50 crore).
- Fastest female-led Bollywood movie to reach $13 million (₹100 crore) in India after COVID.
- Fifth highest-grossing Hindi film of 2022 worldwide!
Comparison with Similar Films:
- Compared to Sooryavanshi ($25 million / ₹195 crore in India), Gangubai did less but was still a big deal for a female-led movie.
- It beat 83 ($9.4 million / ₹71.87 crore first week) in its first week—pretty cool, right?
Impact of Competition:
Later, The Kashmir Files came out and took some attention away. But Gangubai still held strong because people loved its story and Alia’s acting.
🎭 Audience & Critical Reception
Critical Reviews:
- Rotten Tomatoes: 91%—almost everyone loved it!
- IMDb: 7.8/10—fans gave it big thumbs up.
- Critics said, “Alia Bhatt shines like a star,” and “Sanjay Leela Bhansali made a beautiful, emotional movie.” Some thought it was a bit long, but most said it was worth every minute.
Public Reaction:
People cried, cheered, and clapped in theaters! On social media, fans wrote, “Alia is Gangubai—she made me feel so much!” Word of mouth was super strong—friends told friends, and soon everyone wanted to see it.
📈 Predictions & Future Expectations
Future Earnings Estimates:
The movie’s total lifetime earnings could hit $28-30 million (₹215-230 crore) worldwide, thanks to streaming on platforms like Netflix and TV deals. It’s already a success, but it might keep growing a little more!
Earnings Table:
Timeframe | Domestic Earnings | International Earnings | Total Earnings | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
Opening Day | $1.37M / ₹10.50 Cr | $0.2M / ₹1.5 Cr | $1.57M / ₹12 Cr | Strong start! |
First Weekend | $5.11M / ₹39.12 Cr | $2.1M / ₹16 Cr | $7.21M / ₹55.12 Cr | Kept growing every day! |
First Week | $9M / ₹68.93 Cr | $3.5M / ₹27 Cr | $12.5M / ₹95.93 Cr | Awesome first week! |
First Month | $17.2M / ₹132 Cr | $7.3M / ₹56 Cr | $24.5M / ₹188 Cr | Super steady run! |
Yearly Total | $19M / ₹145 Cr (est.) | $8M / ₹65 Cr (est.) | $27.4M / ₹211 Cr (final) | Hit status confirmed! |
💎 Lead Actress’ Net Worth (2025)
Alia Bhatt
- Net Worth (2025): $25 million (₹200 crore, estimated).
- Major Earnings Sources:
- Movies like Gangubai Kathiawadi, RRR, and Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani.
- Big brand deals with Gucci, Maybelline, and more.
- Her own clothing line, Ed-a-Mamma, which is growing fast!
- Changes: Alia’s wealth jumped after Gangubai became a hit and her Hollywood debut in Heart of Stone (2023). She’s one of Bollywood’s top stars now!
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