Sardaar Ji 3 is a Punjabi horror-comedy starring Diljit Dosanjh, Neeru Bajwa, Hania Aamir, and Gulshan Grover. Directed by Amar Hundal, it was released on June 27, 2025, only in overseas markets due to controversy in India.
💸 Budget
- Made with a budget of ₹35 crore, reflecting strong production value.
🌍 Box Office Collection
- Overseas gross (10 days): Approximately ₹42–43 crore (~$5 million), performing very well in markets like North America, the UK, Pakistan, Australia, Middle East, and more.
- India release: Skipped due to political controversy, so no domestic box office numbers.
- Worldwide gross: Entirely based on overseas earnings, totaling around ₹42–43 crore.
✅ Hit or Flop?
- With ₹42–43 crore gross against a ₹35 crore budget, the film recovered its cost and earned profit.
- It ranks as the highest-grossing Punjabi film of 2025 in overseas markets and one of Diljit’s top performers internationally.
- Given strong earnings without Indian release, it is a clear hit.
🎯 Why It Succeeded
- Strong overseas fanbase, especially in Canada, UK, and Pakistan.
- Diljit Dosanjh’s popularity and catchy music drew audiences despite the controversy.
- The film created buzz through carefully released teasers, trailers, and a well-timed overseas release.
- Piracy leak happened but didn’t affect its early overseas earnings.
📋 Quick Summary Table
Item | Detail |
---|---|
Budget | ₹35 crore |
Overseas Gross | ₹42–43 crore |
Domestic Release | No theatrical release in India |
Worldwide Gross | ₹42–43 crore |
Verdict | Hit (profitable via overseas markets) |
🌟 Final Take
Sardaar Ji 3 broke expectations by performing strongly overseas without Indian release. It earned more than its budget, became a top Punjabi international hit of 2025, and proved Diljit Dosanjh’s global appeal. Despite the India ban, it stands as a clear success in modern Punjabi cinema.