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Dacoit Box Office: Adivi Sesh Film Hits Rs 39.50 Cr

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Arjun Singh
24 April 20263 min read
Dacoit Box Office: Adivi Sesh Film Hits Rs 39.50 Cr

"Dacoit: A Love Story" starring Adivi Sesh grosses Rs 39.50 crore in India over 14 days. Mixed reviews meet strong performances and a tense plot.

Dacoit Box Office: Adivi Sesh Film Hits Rs 39.50 Cr

Ever wondered how a film that pairs romance with revenge would perform at the box office? Well, "Dacoit: A Love Story" dives right into this thrilling mix with notable stars like Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur. Released on April 10, 2026, and directed by Shaneil Deo, it's indeed quite the rollercoaster, both with its plot and its earnings.

Box Office Journey: Rs 39.50 Crores and Counting

The film kickstarted its journey with an impressive worldwide opening of ₹14.75 crore. Not bad for a romantic action flick, right? Over the opening weekend, it raked in ₹38.49 crore globally, setting a pretty strong pace. By the end of the first week, the box office numbers climbed past ₹45 crore. How's that for a thrilling debut?

As of now, "Dacoit" has grossed ₹39.50 crore in India in just 14 days, despite mixed reviews. The film’s worldwide earnings have crossed ₹50.60 crore, showcasing its steady appeal across different regions.

If you're a numbers nerd like me, these figures hint at a film that's found its footing despite a tough market. It's that mix of revenge, love, and heist drama that managed to capture audiences. Hats off to them!

Star Power & Mixed Reviews

With Adivi Sesh as the convict Haridas "Hari" and Mrunal Thakur as the elusive Saraswati aka "Juliet," the film promises fiery performances. And while their acting chops had audiences buzzing, the film itself had a tougher time completely winning over critics. Many felt the writing needed tightening, even if the performances were on point.

Besides, who doesn't love a film with unexpected twists and turns? But for some critics, it seems a few more were needed. There's something about an intense, revenge-driven story that entices people to the theater, whatever the critiques might say.

The Team Behind "Dacoit"

Shaneil Deo took the reins as director for the first time, making his transition from cinematography. Pretty bold, right? The movie's musical backdrop, composed by Bheems Ceciroleo, did get a few nods, though it still faced some criticism. As usual, you can't have it all pleasing everyone.

In the project, you'd also spot Anurag Kashyap and Prakash Raj bringing life to their roles, alongside others like Sunil and Atul Kulkarni. It's a strong lineup for sure, driving the film's ambition to capture audiences across different languages.

Overall, "Dacoit: A Love Story" is proving to be quite the topic of discussion. And honestly, whether you're a fan of action, romance, or simply Adivi Sesh, there's enough on-screen drama to keep you hooked. Just goes to show, sometimes it's the thrill of the chase that matters!

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Arjun Singh

Film Critic & Industry Analyst

Arjun grew up watching Hindi films in Lucknow and did not see a Telugu film until he moved to Hyderabad for engineering at nineteen. He went to see one because his new roommate insisted, expecting nothing, and came out genuinely unsettled by how good it was. Over the next few weeks he watched about a dozen more and started thinking seriously about why nobody in his circle back home was paying attention to this stuff.

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