Dunki: SRK Fans Kick Off 1st Day 1st Show at Gaiety Galaxy With Dhols, Fireworks; Videos Go Viral

Dunki released today, December 21, with much fanfare. The Shah Rukh Khan film, which marks the superstar’s first collaboration with director Rajkumar Hirani, hosted its first show in India at 5:55 am at Mumbai’s iconic single screen theatre Gaiety Galaxy and fans ensured it was nothing less than a celebration. In videos shared by Shah Rukh Khan fans online, a massive crowd of people came together to kick off Dunki’s release with dhol-tasha and fireworks. A big cut out of Shah Rukh Khan was also spotted at the venue.

In a video shared on Twitter, now known as X, fans of Shah Rukh Khan were seen dancing together while dhols set the mood. A few fans were seen holding up cutouts of a flight with Dunki written on it. A small stage for fireworks was also arranged. Fans were seen dancing outside the theatre while they waited for the film to premiere. Watch the videos below:

The videos received a happy reaction from SRK. The actor, who appeared to be up for the film’s release, reposted the videos from Gaiety Galaxy and said, “Thank u guys and girls have a good show and hope u all get entertained by #Dunki.”

Dunki has been granted the U/A certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification and has a run time of 2 hours 41 minutes. The trailer and songs from the movie have garnered a lot of buzz. The film follows the emotional journey of a group of friends who want to move abroad. The plot follows the exciting journey of those who choose an unconventional route known as the Donkey Flight, showing the difficulties they face on their way. Produced by Rajkumar Hirani and Gauri Khan, this film is a collaboration between JIO Studios, Red Chillies Entertainment, and Rajkumar Hirani Films. Dunki is written by Abhijat Joshi, Rajkumar Hirani, and Kanika Dhillon.