Marathi cinema is witnessing an extraordinary run in 2026, and leading the charge is the social drama Krantijyoti Vidyalay Marathi Madhyam. Directed by Hemant Dhome, this film has captured the hearts of the audience and the wallets of the box office. In just 15 days, the film has not only neared a major milestone but has also redefined career peaks for its lead star, Sachin Khedekar.
Massive Jump on Day 15: The Sankranti Effect
The film’s performance on its 15th day was nothing short of spectacular. Benefitting from the Makar Sankranti holiday, Krantijyoti Vidyalay saw a massive 42% growth in collections compared to the previous day.
According to official figures, the movie raked in 1.28 crores on Day 15. This surge is a testament to the strong positive word-of-mouth that continues to draw families to the theaters even in its third week.
Box Office Breakdown: From Budget to Super-Hit Status
Made on a modest budget of 4 crores, the film has proven to be a goldmine for its producers. By the end of its 15th day, the total India net collection reached 14.90 crores.
The financial success of the film is staggering:
- Total Profit: 10.90 crores
- Return on Investment (ROI): 272.5%
- Verdict: SUPER-HIT
The week-wise growth shows a rare trend where the second week (8.76 crores) actually outperformed the extended eight-day first week (6.14 crores), proving that the film’s momentum is only increasing.
Sachin Khedekar’s New Career Milestone
With its Day 15 collections, Krantijyoti Vidyalay Marathi Madhyam has officially surpassed the lifetime earnings of the 2024 drama Juna Furniture, which stood at 12.45 crores.
This feat makes it Sachin Khedekar’s second highest-grossing Marathi film of all time. While it still trails behind the legendary Me Shivajiraje Bhosale Boltoy, the gap is closing.
Sachin Khedekar’s Top Marathi Grossers (India Net):
- Me Shivajiraje Bhosale Boltoy (2009): 25.50 crores
- Krantijyoti Vidyalay (2026): 14.90 crores (and counting)
- Juna Furniture (2024): 12.45 crores
Krantijyoti Vidyalay Box Office Summary
The film continues to exhibit a rock-solid grip at the ticket windows. Here is a quick look at the stats:
| Category | Details |
| Production Budget | 4 Crores |
| India Net Collection | 14.90 Crores |
| India Gross Collection | 17.58 Crores |
| ROI Percentage | 272.5% |
| Official Verdict | Super-Hit |
As the film moves toward the 20-crore mark, the industry is keen to see if it can challenge the all-time record of Me Shivajiraje Bhosale Boltoy. Given the current pace, the “Megastar” of Marathi social dramas is back in full force.







