Aamir Khan’s Dangal set new benchmarks in the film industry. There were many records that the film broke.

Here are five records that were broken by Dangal as it was setting up new benchmarks.

Fastest film to reach Rs 300 crore: Dangal was the fastest film to touch the mark.

Widest release for an Indian film in north America: It was given more screens than any other film in north America. 

Most earning in the opening weekend: Dangal was the highest grosser for any film in the opening weekend. 

Highest grosser on a Sunday: Dangal grossed the highest money on any Sunday in the history of Bollywood. 

Highest grosser in Australia: Dangal earned the most in Australia than any other Bollywood film ever released there.