Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur’s much-awaited bilingual romantic action thriller Dacoit (also titled Dacoit: A Love Story) hit theaters worldwide on April 10, 2026. Directed by Shaneil Deo, the film received mixed reviews but managed a decent global opening, especially among the Indian diaspora.
According to early trade figures from Sacnilk and other trackers, Dacoit collected a solid ₹13.57 crore gross worldwide on its opening day.
Dacoit Day 1 Box Office Breakdown (April 10, 2026)
- India Net Collection: ₹6.50 Crore
- India Gross Collection: ₹7.57 Crore (across approx. 3,800 shows)
- Overseas Gross: ₹6.00 Crore
- Worldwide Gross (Day 1): ₹13.57 Crore
The Telugu version drove most of the Indian collections with around ₹5.60 crore net, while the Hindi version contributed approximately ₹0.90 crore net. Overseas markets, particularly North America, the UK, Australia, and the Gulf countries, gave a strong boost thanks to good pre-sales and Adivi Sesh’s growing popularity among NRIs.
How Did Dacoit Perform for the NRI Audience?
For the global Indian community, the film showed promising numbers in key overseas territories. Strong premieres in the US and Canada helped push the overseas total to ₹6 crore. Many NRIs appreciated the stylish action sequences and the unique “love story of two dacoits” concept, though some felt the narrative was uneven.
The movie faced tough competition from Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar 2, which is still running strong in its fourth week. Despite this, Dacoit managed to hold its own, especially in Telugu-speaking markets and among diaspora audiences looking for a fresh pan-Indian entertainer.
Budget and Expectations
Reportedly made on a budget of around ₹60–70 crore (including prints and publicity), Dacoit needs strong weekend growth and positive word-of-mouth to reach the break-even mark. Trade analysts say the film requires a worldwide gross of ₹120–140 crore for a safe profit, but early trends suggest it will depend heavily on Saturday and Sunday collections.
Adivi Sesh, who has delivered hits like Major and the HIT series, has tried a new romantic-action space here. The supporting cast, including Anurag Kashyap, Prakash Raj, and others, adds weight to the film.
Will Dacoit Pick Up This Weekend?
Early social media buzz from NRIs and audiences in India is mixed-to-positive on the action and chemistry between Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur. If the word-of-mouth improves over the weekend, the film could see a healthy jump, especially in overseas centers where weekend family viewership is high.
Hyderabad, the two Telugu states, and major NRI hubs like New Jersey, London, Toronto, and Dubai are expected to drive the numbers in the coming days.
Final Take on Dacoit Day 1 Collections
Despite a slow-to-moderate start in India, Dacoit managed a respectable ₹13.57 crore worldwide gross on its first day, with overseas markets playing a key role.
NRIs and global audiences can still catch the film in theaters this weekend. Stay tuned to NRIGlobe for Day 2 updates, weekend box office report, and detailed review of Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur’s Dacoit.
