‘Dashavatar’ Gets a Sensational Weekend Opening with ₹5.22 Crores!

Touted as one of the grandest films in Marathi cinema, Zee Studios’ Dashavatar has taken the box office by storm from the moment it released. Audiences have been flocking to theatres in huge numbers to witness its grandeur, with the film receiving overwhelming appreciation from critics, industry insiders, and viewers alike. In just its first three days, the film collected an impressive ₹5.22 crores, cementing its success and winning hearts across Maharashtra.

Buzz around the film had already begun well before its release. The curiosity sparked by the posters was further fueled by the teaser, and the trailer pushed excitement to its peak. That anticipation translated into numbers at the box office: Dashavatar opened across 325 screens with 600 shows, which grew to 800 shows on Saturday and 975 on Sunday — almost all of them housefull.

Through Dashavatar, audiences are treated to a vibrant showcase of Konkan’s rich traditions, folk art, and cultural heritage. The gripping storyline, coupled with powerful performances, has kept viewers thoroughly engaged. Stunning visuals, soulful music, and the grand scale of direction have added to the film’s strength, making it a complete cinematic experience.

Director and producer Subodh Khanolkar expressed his joy, saying, “The response to Dashavatar feels like a dream come true. Audiences have embraced not only the story of Konkan’s art and culture but also the message of environmental preservation woven into the film. This proves once again that when a story is told with honesty, audiences welcome it wholeheartedly. Every bit of hard work has been worth it.”

Bhavesh Janvalekar, Business Head of Zee Studios Marathi, added, “The discerning Marathi audience has always stood firmly behind quality cinema. Dashavatar is receiving fantastic response not only in Mumbai and Pune but across Maharashtra. Remarkably, it is also being celebrated in Belgaum, Bengaluru, Indore, Hyderabad, and Goa. We believe the film will once again reaffirm the strength and influence of Marathi cinema. On behalf of Zee Studios, I extend heartfelt gratitude to the audience for this unprecedented response.”

With its breathtaking scale, striking visuals, and powerful storytelling, Dashavatar is drawing viewers back to theatres repeatedly. The film is already being hailed as a milestone in Marathi cinema — not only ruling the box office but also capturing the hearts of audiences. The enthusiastic response also underlines how theatre owners are more inclined to extend and prioritize Marathi films when audiences turn up in such strong numbers.

Presented by Zee Studios and produced by Ocean Film Company and Ocean Art House, Dashavatar is written and directed by #SubodhKhanolkar. The film is co-produced by Sujay Hande, Omkar Kate, Ashok Hande, Aditya Joshi, Nitin Sahasrabuddhe, Mrunal Sahasrabuddhe, Sanjay Dubey, and Vinayak Joshi, with Ajit Bhure as creative producer. The stellar cast includes Dilip Prabhavalkar, Siddharth Menon, Priyadarshini Indalkar, Mahesh Manjrekar, Bharat Jadhav, Vijay Kenkre, Sunil Tawde, Ravi Kale, Lokesh Mittal, Abhinay Berde, and Aarti Wadagbalkar in pivotal roles.

By Keerti Kadam