Rajkummar Rao’s highly anticipated courtroom drama, Prahaar – The Ujjwal Nikam Story, has officially concluded its first week at the box office. Directed by Avinash Arun Dhaware, the biographical film promised an intense cinematic experience, exploring the landmark criminal trials fought by India’s most prominent public prosecutor.
However, despite a stellar ensemble cast featuring Rajkummar Rao, Wamiqa Gabbi, Jaideep Ahlawat, and Lalit Prabhakar, the film has struggled to translate its critical appreciation into solid footfalls. Following a sudden and surprising surge in collections on Tuesday, the movie experienced heavy drops during the latter half of the week, severely impacting its overall theatrical verdict.
Here is the complete breakdown of the first-week box office collection for Prahaar, its worldwide gross, and its journey ahead!
Week 1 India Box Office: A Rollercoaster Ride
Released on Friday, October 16, 2026, Prahaar started its box office run on a slow note, minting just ₹2.35 crore nett on Day 1. While the collections saw a minor upward trend during the opening weekend—peaking at ₹3.65 crore on Sunday—the real surprise came on Tuesday (Day 5), when the film recorded a massive 65% jump to collect ₹3.30 crore.
Unfortunately, the film failed to sustain this mid-week momentum. According to early trade estimates by Sacnilk, the courtroom drama witnessed a 54% crash on Wednesday (₹1.50 crore) and dropped further on Thursday (Day 7), earning a modest ₹1.20 crore nett.
With the conclusion of its first week (7 days), Prahaar has managed to collect a cumulative India Net total of ₹17.15 crore. The domestic gross collection stands at approximately ₹20.44 crore.
Worldwide Box Office and Overseas Struggle
While Rajkummar Rao usually commands a solid overseas fanbase, Prahaar hasn’t quite managed to strike a chord with the international audience.
The overseas gross for the first week currently sits at a highly underwhelming ₹1.50 to ₹2.00 crore range. Combining the domestic and international numbers, the Worldwide Gross collection for Week 1 stands at approximately ₹21.50 – ₹22 crore.
The Verdict: A Disappointing Venture
Given the film’s production budget and the extensive marketing campaign, Prahaar is currently trailing far behind its safe zone. Trade analysts have already begun labeling the theatrical run as a “disappointing venture.”
The heavy competition from mass-entertainers and festive releases has eaten into the screen count for Prahaar. As the film enters its second week, a massive number of its shows have been slashed across multiplexes. Unless the film miraculously witnesses a 100% jump in its second weekend, it is likely heading toward a lifetime domestic wrap under the ₹25 crore mark.
Fans of the genre, however, are hopeful that the film will find its true, deserving audience once it eventually lands on OTT platforms.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Week 1 box office collection of Prahaar in India?
At the end of its first 7 days, Prahaar – The Ujjwal Nikam Story has collected an estimated India Net of ₹17.15 crore.
What is the worldwide collection of Prahaar?
The worldwide gross collection for Prahaar currently stands at approximately ₹21.50 – ₹22 crore after its first week in theaters.
Who is in the cast of the movie Prahaar?
The biographical drama stars Rajkummar Rao as public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam, alongside Wamiqa Gabbi, Jaideep Ahlawat, Lalit Prabhakar, Ashish Vidyarthi, and Sikandar Kher.
Is Prahaar a hit or a flop?
Given the slow momentum, heavy weekday drops, and low first-week total of ₹17.15 crore against a moderately high budget, trade experts are currently predicting the film’s theatrical run to be a commercially disappointing venture.
