‘War 2’ Roars at Box Office: Day 1 Collection Crosses ₹52.5 Crore, Trails Rajinikanth’s ‘Coolie’
Mumbai, August 15 — Bollywood’s Independence Day blockbuster, War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, and Kiara Advani, has stormed the box office with a Day 1 collection of ₹52.5 crore (early estimates), making it one of the biggest openers of 2025.
Directed by Ayan Mukerji and produced by Yash Raj Films, War 2 marks Jr NTR’s high-voltage Bollywood debut and continues the YRF Spy Universe saga. The film released across five languages—Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada—and in premium formats like IMAX and 4DX.
Regional Power Boosts Earnings
While the Hindi version contributed ₹29 crore, it was Jr NTR’s Telugu fanbase that delivered a knockout punch with ₹23.25 crore. The Tamil version added ₹25 lakh, helping the film comfortably cross the ₹50 crore mark.
| Language | Day 1 Net Collection |
|---|---|
| Hindi | ₹29 crore |
| Telugu | ₹23.25 crore |
| Tamil | ₹0.25 crore |
| Total | ₹52.50 crore |
Clash of Titans: War 2 vs Coolie
Despite its strong start, War 2 couldn’t dethrone Rajinikanth’s Coolie, which earned a staggering ₹65 crore in India and an estimated ₹150 crore worldwide on Day 1. The clash between Bollywood and Tamil cinema has set the stage for a fierce weekend battle.
Occupancy & Audience Buzz
- Hindi shows recorded 29.24% occupancy
- Tamil shows saw a stronger 42.41% turnout
- Fan celebrations included firecrackers, milk abhishekam, and even blood tilaks on posters
Trade Talk
Initial predictions pegged War 2 at ₹43 crore, but the film outperformed expectations. However, it still trails behind Shah Rukh Khan’s Pathaan (₹55 crore) and its predecessor War (₹53.35 crore).
With the Independence Day holiday and weekend ahead, War 2 has a golden chance to close the gap with Coolie. Mixed reviews may affect long-term momentum, but the star power and action-packed narrative could keep audiences hooked.
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