The highly anticipated fourth installment of the "Dhamaal" franchise, simply titled "Dhamaal 4," has officially hit screens, starring Ajay Devgn in a lead role. Directed by Indra Kumar, the film plunges a group of greedy individuals into a chaotic pursuit of the fabled 'Treasure of Life,' encountering numerous challenges along their adventurous journey.
Initial Twitter Reactions: Laughter and Criticism
Following its release, social media platforms, particularly Twitter, have been abuzz with reactions from viewers. Many netizens have lauded "Dhamaal 4" as a "perfect family package" and a source of "non-stop laughs." Performances by the ensemble cast, which includes Arshad Warsi, Riteish Deshmukh, and Jaaved Jaaferi, alongside Ajay Devgn, have received particular praise. Jaaved Jaaferi's portrayal of Adi and his chemistry with Arshad Warsi's Manav, characters from the original film, were highlighted as maintaining the franchise's comedic soul.
One user called it "the best comedy film of the year," praising Ajay Devgn's brilliant performance and Riteish Deshmukh's scene-stealing moments. Another specifically noted Ajay Devgn's leadership in the film, particularly mentioning a recreated "Ram Ram sequence" from his earlier film, Ishq.
However, the film's reception isn't entirely positive. A significant point of contention among some viewers has been the alleged use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the movie's production, particularly for backstory montages. Critics on Twitter expressed disappointment, suggesting that the quality of AI implementation was subpar, with one user remarking, "Makers are too lazy using Cheap quality Ai to Show Back story montage." Other critical feedback touched on the distribution of screen time and comic timing among the cast.
Cast, Budget, and Box Office Expectations
Beyond Ajay Devgn, the extensive cast features familiar faces like Arshad Warsi, Riteish Deshmukh, Jaaved Jaaferi, Sanjay Mishra, and Ravi Kishan, alongside new additions such as Anjali Anand, Upendra Limaye, Sanjeeda Sheikh, Esha Gupta, and Vijay Patkar. The film's reported budget stands at an estimated ₹200 crore.
Industry analysts predict a decent opening at the domestic box office, with initial day collections estimated to be between ₹14.5 crore and ₹17 crore. The "Dhamaal" franchise's strong track record and the recent underwhelming performance of other major releases are expected to contribute positively to "Dhamaal 4"'s box office prospects.