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4 weeks ago, Arian Malitya
For more than two decades, one name has ruled the Bangladeshi cinema like no other - Shakib Khan. He is known as the king of Dhallywood, and he is not just an actor; he is a movement. From action-packed blockbusters to heart-melting love stories, Shakib Khan has pulled people to the theatres in ways that feel almost magical. Ask any Bangladeshi cine-goer and they will say — “Shakib thakle picture hit hobei!”
So let's dive into the top 10 highest-grossing Shakib Khan movies, not just with numbers but with the stories behind their success.
1. Borbaad || Budget:15cr-18cr || Collection: 83cr(BDT)
Released on May 31, 2025, it didn't just arrive; it exploded. Made on a lavish budget of around 15-18 crore BDT, this Indo-Bangla joint venture brought together Shakib Khan and Mimi Chakraborty, with Rajatava Dutta and Rahul Dev. Packed with emotion and action, it smashed all the records to become Bangladesh’s highest-grossing film ever. The audience walked out saying, “Eta toh pura blockbuster chhilo!” With a mind-blowing 83 crore collection, Borbad proved that Shakib Khan isn't just an actor, he is an industry by himself.
2. Toofan || Budget: 7cr || Collection: 56cr(BDT)
If Borbaad was a storm, Toofan was literally a hurricane. Released on June 17,2024, this political action drama had a modest 7 crore budget but turned into a 56 crore box office monster. Starring Shakib along with Mimi Chakraborty, Chanchal Chowdhury, and Nabila, Toofan showed that when politics meets masala entertainment, the result is box office fire. Even Bollywood trade analysts noticed its success.
3. Priyotoma || Budget: 2.5cr || Collection: 41cr-42cr (BDT)
Priyotoma, the film that turned Eid 2023 into a celebration beyond imagination. Made on just 2.5 crore BDT, it soared to an astonishing 41–42 crore collection. Shakib shared screen space with Idhika Paul and Shahiduzzaman Selim, and for once, it wasn’t about action or politics. This was about love, sacrifice, and emotion. Fans cried, laughed, and clapped their way through it. For many, it was Shakib’s most heartfelt role.
4. Taandob || Budget: 5cr-6cr || Collection: 30cr (BDT)
Taandob was released on January 25, 2024, which brought a new taste of powerful action with a touch of emotional depth. Presenting alongside Nusraat Faria, Shakib Khan represents a character balancing duty, justice, and personal sacrifice. Made on a budget of around 5–6 crore, the film stormed past expectations with a collection of nearly 30 crore. Audiences loved the larger-than-life action scenes and powerful dialogues, calling it a “mass entertainer.”
5. Rajkumar || Budget: 6cr-7cr || Collection: 26cr (BDT)
Released on April 11, 2024, Rajkumar took Dhallywood to Hollywood quite literally. With international shooting locations in the USA, and co-stars like American actress Courtney Coffey, Mahiya Mahi, and Tariq Anam Khan, the movie had a 6–7 crore budget and earned 26 crore. It was glitzy, glamorous, and showcased Shakib as a global star. The audience whispered, “Eta toh puro international standard!”
6. Priya Amar Priya || Budget: 4cr || Collection: 15cr (BDT) Back in 2008, long before Borbaad and Toofan, Shakib Khan became a true superstar with Priya Amar Priya. Made on a small budget, it went on to collect 15 crore — a gigantic number at the time. Starring Sahara and the legendary Razzak, this romantic-action drama established Shakib as the mass hero of Dhallywood. Even today, its songs are hummed across Bangladesh.
7. Password || Budget: 2cr-3cr || Collection: 10cr-12cr (BDT) In 2019, when cybercrime thrillers were still rare in Dhallywood, Password entered like a game-changer. With Shabnam Bubly and Amit Hasan in key roles, the movie revolved around hacking, digital crimes, and high-octane action. Made on 2–3 crore, it hacked its way to 10–12 crore earnings.
8. Dorod || Budget: 10cr || Collection: 8cr-9cr (BDT)
Released on November 17, 2024, Dorod had a whopping 10 crore budget and brought Shakib together with Indian actress Sonal Chauhan. Shot across foreign locations, it opened big in multiplexes and grossed 8–9 crore. Although not as massive as Toofan, it proved one thing: Shakib can still pull audiences with sheer star power. Viewers admitted, “Picture-ta average hoileo Shakib chhilo super.”
9. Shikari || Budget: 3cr-4cr || Collection: 7cr-8cr (BDT)
When Shikari was released on 7th July 2016, it changed how Indo-Bangla joint ventures were also seen. With Srabanti Chatterjee and Rahul Dev in the cast, this stylish action film made Shakib a pan-Bengal star. On the budget of 3–4 crore, it roared to 7–8 crore. Shakib’s portrayal of a hitman was so slick that fans called him “Banglar Salman Khan.”
10. Number One Shakib Khan || Budget: ---- || Collection: 6cr-7cr (BDT)
Back in 2010, this Eid release wasn’t just a movie; it was a declaration. Titled Number One Shakib Khan, it collected 6–7 crore, reinforcing his dominance. Co-starring Apu Biswas and Alamgir, the movie crowned him officially as the “Number One” hero of Bangladesh.
The Legacy of the King
From Priya Amar Priya to Borbaad Shakib Khan’s journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. He is the one superhero who can make Eid feel incomplete without a new release, and his box office record is proof of it. Yes, there have been hits and misses, but Shakib Khan’s magic lies in reinvention. Action, romance, politics, or family drama, he’s done it all. And as fans often chant in theatres: “Shakib Khan chhilo, achhe, aar thakbe — Dhallywood-er asli King!”
Borbaad Movie Box Office Collection
Tandob Movie Box Office Collection
So, which of these Shakib Khan films is your personal favourite? Did any scene make you shout, “Ki darun!” in the hall? Let us know!
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