The buzz surrounding the Dhamaal 4 Review (2026) has been intense as the comedy franchise returns for its fourth installment. Hitting Indian screens on July 10th, the movie aims to provide another massive dose of laughter to its audience. According to early box office data, the film managed to secure over Rs 21 crore in gross worldwide collection on its debut day. While Dhamaal 4 could not surpass the India net collection record set by Total Dhamaal, which premiered in February 2019, the chaotic chemistry between Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, and Arshad Warsi is expected to drive a surge in footfalls over the weekend.
Box Office Performance Metrics
Data from Sacnilk indicates that Dhamaal 4 was screened across 10,699 shows on its first day. Within India, the film recorded a net collection of Rs 13.75 crore, with gross collections reaching Rs 16.50 crore. When factoring in international performance, the movie added another Rs 5 crore to its tally, bringing the total worldwide collection to approximately Rs 21.50 crore. For context, Total Dhamaal had pulled in Rs 16.50 crore in India net collection on its opening day, leaving Dhamaal 4 slightly behind in that specific metric.
Budget and Financial Trajectory of the Franchise
Financially, Dhamaal 4 stands as the most expensive entry in the series, boasting a staggering budget of Rs 200 crore. In comparison, Total Dhamaal was produced on a budget ranging from Rs 90 crore to Rs 100 crore and went on to generate a total box office revenue of Rs 228.27 crore, currently the highest-earning installment. The original Dhamaal (2007) and Double Dhamaal (2011) recorded lifetime revenues of Rs 50.73 crore and Rs 70.54 crore, respectively. Whether Dhamaal 4 can achieve blockbuster status remains to be seen, as Total Dhamaal provided more than double the returns against its cost, and Double Dhamaal delivered 143% returns on a Rs 29 crore budget. The all-time leader in returns remains the 2007 original, which turned a Rs 10 crore budget into a 407% return.
Critical Reception and Ratings
Film critic Taran Adarsh awarded Dhamaal 4 a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, stating that it lives up to its title by taking the madness to a new level. He labeled the film a stressbuster, noting that the first half is packed with laughter and the post-interval portion is excellent. Adarsh highlighted director Indra Kumar's knack for throwing every entertaining element—from slapstick humor and treasure hunts to pirates, horror, and even an octopus, crocodile, tiger, and snake—into the mix. Another critic described it as a highly entertaining family package that honors the franchise's legacy while functioning as a loud, colorful multiplex entertainer built specifically for the big screen. Conversely, some reviews have been harsh, with critics labeling it the weakest installment that fails to deliver on most fronts. Complaints include a lack of genuine humor, the heavy reliance on AI-generated visuals, and exaggerated scenes. Most ratings from critics range between 2 to 3 stars, with one reviewer granting as low as 1.5 stars.
Plot and Star-Studded Cast
The plot of Dhamaal 4 revolves around a group of eccentric, money-hungry misfits who engage in a race against each other to locate a mythical treasure hidden on a remote island. Their journey is complicated by a bumbling crew of modern-day pirates who are also in pursuit of the same prize. Directed by Indra Kumar, the film is produced by T-Series Films, Panorama Studios, Devgn Films, Maruti International, and Anand Pandit Motion Pictures. The star-studded ensemble cast features Ajay Devgn, Arshad Warsi, Riteish Deshmukh, Jaaved Jaaferi, Ravi Kishan, Sanjay Mishra, Upendra Limaye, Anjali Anand, Sanjeeda Sheikh, Esha Gupta, and Vijay Patkar.
