Rajkummar Rao’s Maalik Crosses Rs 15 Crore Amid Superman Clash

The film Maalik, starring Rajkummar Rao and Manushi Chhillar, has achieved notable success at the Indian box office despite facing competition from the international Superman film. Released on July 11, 2025, Maalik has collected over ₹16 crore within its first week, demonstrating strong weekday holds fueled by positive word-of-mouth and critical acclaim for Rao's intense portrayal of a ruthless gangster. The movie experienced a significant jump in collections on its third day, with ₹5.55 crore nett, and has been praised for its gritty storyline set in 1980s Allahabad, exploring themes of ambition, power, and survival. Maalik outperformed the other Hindi release Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan and maintained steady growth globally, earning approximately $2.5 million during its debut weekend. Directed by Pulkit and produced under the Tips Films banner, Maalik marks a departure for Rao into more commercial and populist cinema while retaining his reputation for strong, character-driven performances. Meanwhile, the Superman film starring David Corenswet dominated at the box office with over ₹25 crore in India, setting new records for the franchise.