Ayan Mukerji’s high-octane spy thriller War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, and Kiara Advani, has stormed into the ₹100-crore club within just two days of its theatrical release. The film, which hit screens on August 14, witnessed a significant box office jump on Day 2, fueled by the Independence Day holiday and strong regional turnout.
Day-Wise Collection Breakdown:
- Day 1 (August 14): ₹51.5 crore net (India), with ₹29 crore from the Hindi version and ₹22.25 crore from Telugu.
- Day 2 (August 15): ₹56.5 crore net (India), marking a near 10% growth.
- Total (2 Days): ₹108 crore net across all languages.
The Hindi version saw a remarkable 50% jump on Day 2, collecting approximately ₹45 crore, compared to ₹30 crore on Day 1. Occupancy rates surged throughout the day, peaking at 63.86% in the evening. Chennai led regional performance with a staggering 94.75% occupancy, followed by Hyderabad (80%) and Lucknow (73.75%).
Production & Franchise Context:
- War 2 is the sixth installment in Yash Raj Films’ Spy Universe.
- The film is reportedly made on a budget of ₹325 crore.
- It has already surpassed the two-day totals of War (₹77.77 crore) and Tiger 3 (₹103.75 crore).
Box Office Clash: The film is currently competing with Rajinikanth’s Coolie, which has performed strongly in Tamil Nadu and overseas. While Coolie led on opening day, War 2 reclaimed momentum with its pan-India appeal and Jr NTR’s fan base in Telugu-speaking regions.
Outlook: With the Independence Day weekend still underway and Krishna Janmashtami adding another partial holiday, trade analysts expect War 2 to continue its upward trajectory. If the momentum holds, the film could emerge as one of the biggest blockbusters of 2025.
