Comparison Freshness: Jan 25, 2026
RRRVSDangal
RRR
HIT
Comparison
Rating
Vote Count
Release Date
Runtime
Budget
Revenue
Genres
🏆 Rating Winner
Dangal
HIT
Battle Verdict: Who Wins?
In this cinematic clash of Action hits, Dangal takes the audience favorite trophy with a +0.2 lead in ratings. However, Dangal continues to dominate the cultural conversation when it comes to worldwide collections.
★ 7.7
Audience Rating
★ 7.9
$160,000,000
Box Office
$311,000,000
$69,000,000
Budget
$10,400,000
185 min
Runtime
161 min
Mar 24, 2022
Release Date
Dec 21, 2016
Deep Dive Analysis
🎭 Audience & Critical Reception
In terms of audience reception, both RRR (7.7) and Dangal (7.9) stand on equal footing. They both managed to capture the cultural zeitgeist of their respective release years (2022 and 2016), proving that quality storytelling resonates regardless of the sub-genre.
💰 Box Office Performance
In the theater aisles, Dangal was the undisputed heavyweight champion, pulling in significantly higher global collections than RRR. Its financial success in 2016 was a testament to its broad marketing reach and "must-see" status.
🎬 Thematic & Style Clash
The contrast between Action and Drama makes this an interesting study in style. RRR prioritizes visceral spectacle and pacing, creating a adrenaline-fueled experience. On the other hand, Dangal is all about emotional resonance and character study, leading to a much more grounded and reflective narrative.
🏆 The Final Verdict
Final Verdict: Dangal is the clear winner of this battle, sweeping both the critical ratings and the commercial earnings. It is the definitive recommendation for anyone looking for the best that Action/Drama has to offer.