Ranveer Singh, who is on a high after recording his biggest hit with Padmaavat and is receiving appreciation for his portrayal of Alauddin Khilji in the film, says box office numbers are a validation for him. "It feels amazing. As an entertainer, box office numbers are a validation that I am being able to entertain audiences and, to me, that's everything," says Singh. Padmaavat has earned the actor commercial and critical acclaim. The movie, since its release on January 25 after much uproar, has minted over Rs 200 crore so far.