The Hindi box office has witnessed a historic moment as Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash, has emerged as the biggest first-Monday grosser of all time among Bollywood films. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the epic film delivered a spectacular performance on its fifth day in theatres, surpassing the previous record held by Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge.
According to trade estimates reported by Pinkvilla on November 10, 2026, Ramayana collected approximately Rs. 85 crore net in its Hindi version on the first Monday. This is around 45 per cent higher than the reported Rs. 58.50 crore first-Monday collection of Dhurandhar 2.
The achievement is particularly significant because first Mondays are generally considered an important test of a film’s theatrical performance. After the opening weekend, weekday collections often decline, making a strong Monday an encouraging sign of audience interest. However, Ramayana benefited from the festive holiday period, which contributed to its extraordinary numbers.
With this achievement, the Ranbir Kapoor-starrer has moved ahead of several major Bollywood blockbusters, including Tiger 3, Border 2, Gadar 2, Animal and Stree 2.
Ramayana Records the Biggest First Monday at Hindi Box Office
Ramayana witnessed a massive jump in collections on its first Monday, November 9. After recording strong numbers during its opening weekend, the film experienced an estimated 140 per cent increase compared with the previous day, according to Pinkvilla’s box-office report.
The film collected around Rs. 85 crore net in Hindi on Monday alone, taking its five-day Hindi box-office total to approximately Rs. 250.25 crore, including 3D collections.
The performance helped the film establish a new benchmark for first-Monday collections in Bollywood. Before its arrival, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge occupied the top position with an estimated Rs. 58.50 crore net.
The difference between the two films is substantial. Ramayana earned approximately Rs. 26.50 crore more than Dhurandhar 2 on their respective first Mondays, translating into a lead of nearly 45 per cent.
The film’s performance also demonstrates the importance of festive release periods. Its first Monday coincided with the post-Diwali holiday period, providing an additional advantage at the ticket window.
Dhurandhar 2 Moves to Second Position
Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, directed by Aditya Dhar, had created a major box-office milestone earlier in 2026. The spy-action sequel recorded an estimated Rs. 58.50 crore net on its first Monday, making it one of the strongest non-holiday Monday performers in Bollywood history.
The film’s performance was especially impressive because it achieved the number without the benefit of a major festive holiday.
However, Ramayana has now moved ahead of it with an estimated Rs. 85 crore Hindi net collection. While the comparison highlights the scale of the new record, the difference in holiday conditions is important when evaluating the two performances.
For Dhurandhar 2, the first Monday represented a strong continuation of its opening-week momentum. For Ramayana, the festive calendar helped create an exceptional jump.
Both films have demonstrated the box-office potential of large-scale theatrical releases, but Ramayana now holds the top position in this particular Hindi first-Monday ranking.
Tiger 3, Border 2 and Other Blockbusters in the Top 10
The all-time first-Monday list features some of the biggest Hindi box-office successes of recent years. Salman Khan’s Tiger 3 holds the third position with approximately Rs. 56 crore, while Border 2 occupies fourth place with Rs. 53.50 crore.
Sunny Deol’s Gadar 2: The Katha Continues and Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal also feature in the top five and top six, respectively.
Here is the complete top 10 list based on the figures reported by Pinkvilla.
Top 10 Biggest First Mondays at the Hindi Box Office
| Rank | Film | First Monday Collection | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ramayana | Rs. 85.00 crore | 2026 |
| 2 | Dhurandhar 2 | Rs. 58.50 crore | 2026 |
| 3 | Tiger 3 | Rs. 56.00 crore | 2023 |
| 4 | Border 2 | Rs. 53.50 crore | 2026 |
| 5 | Gadar 2: The Katha Continues | Rs. 38.50 crore | 2023 |
| 6 | Animal | Rs. 37.75 crore | 2023 |
| 7 | Stree 2 | Rs. 37.00 crore | 2023 |
| 8 | Tiger Zinda Hai | Rs. 36.50 crore | 2017 |
| 9 | Housefull 4 | Rs. 34.00 crore | 2019 |
| 10 | Krrish 3 | Rs. 29.50 crore | 2013 |
The figures are approximate trade estimates and may vary across box-office trackers. They should not be treated as certified accounting statements.
1. Ramayana – Rs. 85 Crore
The first position belongs to Ramayana, which has created a new benchmark with its estimated Rs. 85 crore first-Monday collection in Hindi.
The film features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Ravana. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the ambitious adaptation has attracted considerable attention because of its scale, casting and visual presentation.
Its Monday performance has placed it comfortably ahead of the previous record holder. The post-Diwali holiday advantage also played an important role in the extraordinary jump.
2. Dhurandhar 2 – Rs. 58.50 Crore
Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge takes the second position. Starring Ranveer Singh and directed by Aditya Dhar, the film delivered one of the strongest non-holiday first Mondays in Hindi cinema.
Its estimated Rs. 58.50 crore collection had set a formidable benchmark earlier in the year. Although Ramayana has now surpassed it, the sequel’s performance remains a major achievement.
3. Tiger 3 – Rs. 56 Crore
Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif’s Tiger 3 occupies the third position with approximately Rs. 56 crore.
Directed by Maneesh Sharma, the action thriller was released during the Diwali period in 2023. Its first-Monday performance benefited from the festive calendar and strong audience interest in the YRF Spy Universe.
4. Border 2 – Rs. 53.50 Crore
Border 2 holds the fourth position with an estimated Rs. 53.50 crore on its first Monday.
The film’s presence in the top four reflects its strong theatrical performance. Its festive release period helped it attract audiences during the crucial opening days.
5. Gadar 2: The Katha Continues – Rs. 38.50 Crore
Sunny Deol’s Gadar 2 takes fifth place with approximately Rs. 38.50 crore.
The sequel to the 2001 blockbuster Gadar: Ek Prem Katha became a major box-office success in 2023. Its popularity and audience response helped it maintain strong collections after the opening weekend.
6. Animal – Rs. 37.75 Crore
Ranbir Kapoor appears again on the list with Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Animal. The film collected approximately Rs. 37.75 crore on its first Monday.
Its strong opening and considerable audience attention made it one of the biggest Hindi releases of 2023.
7. Stree 2 – Rs. 37 Crore
Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao’s Stree 2 occupies seventh place with an estimated Rs. 37 crore.
The horror-comedy sequel benefited from strong word of mouth and the popularity of the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe. Its festive-day advantage also contributed to its first-Monday performance.
8. Tiger Zinda Hai – Rs. 36.50 Crore
Salman Khan’s Tiger Zinda Hai, co-starring Katrina Kaif, takes eighth place with approximately Rs. 36.50 crore.
Released in 2017, the Ali Abbas Zafar-directed film became one of the biggest successes of its time and strengthened the popularity of the Tiger franchise.
9. Housefull 4 – Rs. 34 Crore
Akshay Kumar’s comedy entertainer Housefull 4 ranks ninth with approximately Rs. 34 crore.
The film was released during the Diwali period in 2019 and featured a large ensemble cast. Its first-Monday collection reflects the strong festive audience turnout.
10. Krrish 3 – Rs. 29.50 Crore
Hrithik Roshan’s superhero film Krrish 3 completes the top 10 with approximately Rs. 29.50 crore.
Directed by Rakesh Roshan, the 2013 release was a major entry in the Krrish franchise and attracted audiences with its superhero story and large-scale visual effects.
Why Ramayana’s First Monday Record Is Significant
The first Monday is often considered a crucial point in a film’s theatrical journey. The opening weekend generally benefits from audience curiosity, promotional campaigns and the availability of more leisure time. Once Monday arrives, collections can decline as regular work and school schedules resume.
A strong first Monday can therefore indicate that a film has maintained audience interest beyond its initial release.
In the case of Ramayana, the estimated Rs. 85 crore Hindi collection is particularly striking. It has moved the film ahead of Dhurandhar 2, Tiger 3 and Border 2 in the reported ranking.
However, the festive calendar must be considered. Ramayana enjoyed the benefit of the post-Diwali holiday, while Dhurandhar 2 recorded its first Monday on a non-holiday. This makes a direct comparison of the two films’ audience turnout more complicated than simply comparing their reported collections.
The difference between net collections, gross collections, ticket prices, screen availability and actual footfalls also matters when analysing historical box-office records.
What This Record Means for Ramayana’s Box-Office Journey
The first-Monday milestone gives Ramayana a strong position as it moves into the next phase of its theatrical run. The film has already demonstrated its ability to attract audiences during the opening days, and the latest numbers add another major achievement to its box-office record.
The film’s scale, mythology-based subject and star cast have made it one of the most closely watched theatrical releases of 2026. Ranbir Kapoor’s portrayal of Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi’s appearance as Sita and Yash’s portrayal of Ravana have all contributed to the conversation surrounding the film.
Its record-breaking Monday performance also puts the spotlight on the changing economics of big-screen releases. Large-format screenings, premium ticket pricing, festive scheduling and audience demand can all influence a film’s reported collections.
For now, Ramayana has claimed the number-one position in Pinkvilla’s reported list of the biggest first Mondays for Bollywood films at the Hindi box office. Whether it can maintain its momentum through the rest of the week will be the next major question for trade observers.
