War 2 box office Day 1: Hrithik, Jr NTR’s spy thriller mints Rs 50 crore in India

Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR’s latest movie, ‘War 2’, has made a significant impact on its first day at the box office, collecting Rs 52.50 crore nett (gross minus taxes), trailing behind Rajinikanth and director Lokesh Kanagaraj’s ‘Coolie’. Although advance bookings suggested a modest start, the film exceeded these initial expectations.

The film’s Hindi version contributed Rs 29 crore nett to the opening day figures. This performance, although commendable, fell short of past franchise entries like ‘Ek Tha Tiger’. Industry analysts are optimistic that the upcoming Independence Day holiday and weekend will provide further opportunities for box office growth.

The Telugu version of ‘War 2’ provided a significant boost to the overall earnings, adding Rs 23.25 crore. Jr NTR’s strong fan base played a crucial role in driving these numbers, while the Tamil version contributed Rs 25 lakh. This helped ‘War 2’ is minting Rs 52.50 crore nett (according to tracking website Sacnilk) in India.

Despite the impressive start, ‘War 2’ faces stiff competition from ‘Coolie’ in the southern markets. The regional performance of both films has been noteworthy, with a combined estimated total of Rs 117.50 crore (‘Coolie’ earned Rs 65 crore) on the first day.

Audience response to ‘War 2’ has been mixed, with praise for its action sequences but some criticism regarding pacing. The film’s ability to maintain its momentum and outpace competition will be a key factor in its long-term success. Industry observers note that while the Hindi market performance was solid, it is crucial for ‘War 2’ to maintain its appeal across all regions to sustain its box office trajectory.

The coming days will be critical for ‘War 2’ as it seeks to build on its initial success. With the potential for strong weekend figures, the film aims to consolidate its position in the box office race.