Dharmendra celebrates as Sunny Deol's Jaat beats Kesari Chapter 2 at box office, fans in awe of his 'desi dad' support"

Dharmendra celebrates as Sunny Deol's Jaat beats Kesari Chapter 2 at box office, fans in awe of his 'desi dad' support"

Dharmendra, the legendary actor known for his enduring charm, recently delighted fans with a playful Instagram story that gave off strong "desi dad vibes." The veteran star celebrated the box office success of his son Sunny Deol’s film Jaat, sharing a post that boldly declared, "Jaat beats Kesari Chapter 2 at the box office." The post was quickly picked up by Reddit users, who had a field day discussing the actor’s subtle yet supportive gesture.

In the world of Bollywood box office battles, Jaat, starring Sunny Deol and Randeep Hooda, faced significant competition when Akshay Kumar’s Kesari Chapter 2 hit theatres just a week later. While Kesari Chapter 2 had been enjoying a successful run, Jaat made a mark with impressive numbers.

As of now, Jaat has grossed Rs 111.75 crore worldwide, with Rs 82.9 crore from the domestic box office alone. In contrast, Kesari Chapter 2, though performing well internationally, lags behind with Rs 65.45 crore from domestic earnings in 10 days, though its worldwide collection was Rs 93.5 crore by day nine.

Dharmendra’s post caught the attention of Reddit, where users couldn’t help but notice his proud, unbothered demeanor. One user commented, "Dharam ji is giving desi dad vibes," while another jokingly referred to him as "Pookie dad." The post sparked further praise, with one user saying, "At that age, no one should give a f**k and just support their kids." For many, the sight of Dharmendra hyping up his son felt like the epitome of parental love and support, which is common in desi culture.

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However, not all reactions were positive. A few users criticized the post, calling it "openly petty." Regardless, the general sentiment was one of admiration for Dharmendra’s unwavering support for his son. His lighthearted post on Instagram wasn’t just a celebration of Jaat’s success but also a reflection of the strong bond between father and son.

In terms of box office performance, Jaat did outperform Kesari Chapter 2 domestically, but Akshay Kumar's film still holds a slight edge internationally. Jaat, a fictional thriller about a laborer-turned-crime boss, continues to impress audiences, while Kesari Chapter 2, a historical courtroom drama based on the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, appeals to a different set of viewers with its serious narrative.