Thugs of Hindostan collects Rs. 52.25 cr on opening day

Yash Raj Films, the production and distribution company, claimed the film has earned Rs. 50.75 crore (Hindi version) and 1.50 crore coming from Tamil and Telugu dubs, making it the highest all time opening.

Thugs of Hindostan, which released on Thursday, stars acting legend Amitabh Bachchan, Bollywood veterans Aamir Khan and Katrina Kaif along with young Fatima Sana Shaikh, who has earned fame for her role in Dangal.

The film is set to treat audiences across all age groups with its action sequences along with an epic adventure and war on the seas.

The plot of the film deals with conflicts between the East India Company and the Indians who wanted to free their country from Britain.

Bachchan, who is playing the role of Khudabaksh, will be seen in the trailer fighting for India's freedom. Aamir, playing the character of Firangi, has been portrayed as seemingly loyal to Lord John Clive, who was the commander of the company.

The character of Lord Clive, who is the villain in the film, has been portrayed by British actor Lloyd Owen.

Katrina, who is Suraiyaa in the film, could be seen in a glamarous avatar with her dancing skills. A few close scenes between Katrina and Aamir, who are working together for the second time after Dhoom 3, are tough to ignore.

Fatima's character has been named as Zafira.

Thugs of Hindostan is the first film where Bachchan and Aamir are sharing screen space. Aamir had earlier worked with Fatima in Dangal, which released in 2016.