'Laalo' Hindi release: 50 lakh budget film to compete with Ranveer Singh led 'Dhurandhar' and Prabhas starrer 'The Raja Saab'

'Laalo – Krishna Sada Sahaayate' is releasing in Hindi today, January 9, 2026. The film first came out in Gujarati and slowly went on to become big, critically and commercially It was made on a very small budget of just Rs 50 lakh. At first, the film did not do well in theatres. But after the third week, robust word of mouth helped the film mint money at the box office. The film had families flocking the theaters and slowly the collections began increasing, leading it to be the first Gujarati film to become a sleeper hit. It smashed all the previous records and is also the only Gujarati film to reach this milestone.

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Hindi release of 'Laalo – Krishna Sada Sahaayate' and box office clash

Now, 'Laalo' will face tough competition at the box office. It is releasing on the same day as Prabhas’ much-awaited film 'The Raja Saab' and is also competing with 'Dhurandhar,' which is showing no signs of slowing down at the box office. Even with big films around, the 'Laalo' team is hopeful.

Director Ankit Sakhiya opens up about 'Laalo'

In an exclusive chat with ETimes, director Ankit Sakhiya shared his feelings about the film and the Hindi release. He said, "Laalo is a product of dedication and honesty. I believe something truly divine transpired during the entire process of making the film, and that is why it's so fulfilling to see the enormous love and appreciation the film has received. From senior citizens to children, every single person has thoroughly enjoyed the film and that is what gives Laalo the universal appeal. As for the hindi release, I love the way the hindi trailer is being received, so many people are excited to watch it in theatres and all I hope for the film is that it receives as much love from Hindi audiences as it did from the Gujarati ones."

Cast, crew and what makes 'Laalo' special

'Laalo – Krishna Sada Sahaayate' stars Reeva Rachh, Shruhad Goswami, Karan Joshi, Mishty Kadecha and Anshu Joshi in important roles. The film is written and directed by Ankit Sakhiya. The story is simple, emotional, and easy to connect with. That is why people of all ages enjoyed it. With its Hindi release today, the makers are hoping the magic repeats once again on a bigger stage.