Despite competition from Salman Khan’s Sikandar, The Diplomat holds firm with ₹35.87 crore in 22 days, surpassing Sanam Teri Kasam’s re-release and eyeing the fourth spot next.
April 7, 2025: John Abraham’s The Diplomat continues its quiet yet steady run at the box office. Entering its fourth week amidst heavy competition from Salman Khan’s big-budget Sikandar, the political thriller has now achieved a significant milestone. With a 22-day total of ₹35.87 crore, it has overtaken the re-released Sanam Teri Kasam (₹35.55 crore), becoming the 5th highest-grossing Hindi film of 2025.
Day 22 Collection
On its fourth Friday (Day 22), The Diplomat earned ₹44 lakh, a respectable figure considering minimal buzz before release and stiff competition since its debut.
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Box Office Journey So Far
- Opening Day (Holi holiday): ₹4.03 crore
- Current total (Day 22): ₹35.87 crore
- Expected lifetime run: ₹38–39 crore net
While the film saw a considerable drop during weekdays post its opening, it has shown remarkable resilience and consistency in its niche political thriller genre.
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What’s Next?
The film now eyes the fourth position in the 2025 Hindi box office list by surpassing the Hindi-dubbed version of Game Changer (₹37.47 crore). However, its theatrical run may be nearing its end, with Sunny Deol’s Jaat releasing this Thursday.
With its unexpected climb and favorable word-of-mouth, The Diplomat has proved that content-driven cinema still finds its audience—even without star-studded hype or aggressive promotions.
Stay tuned for further updates on its final lifetime figures!
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