Stree 2 becomes 4th biggest Bollywood film ever, collects Rs 527 crore nett in 25 days

Bollywood's horror-comedy Stree 2 has set a new benchmark at the box office, becoming the fourth highest-grossing Bollywood film of all time in India. Directed by Amar Kaushik, the movie continued to dominate the charts well into its fourth weekend, accumulating a net total of Rs 527 crore in just 25 days.

This staggering achievement saw Stree 2 surpass Sunny Deol's Gadar 2 which had previously enjoyed a long reign, finishing its box office journey at Rs 525.7 crore.

A Phenomenal Journey at the Box Office

Released to packed audiences, Stree 2 showcased a powerful narrative combining horror and comedy, a genre that has proven to be a hit with the Indian audience. Over the first weekend itself, it became evident that the film had struck a chord, raking in impressive collections. By the end of the first week, Stree 2 had managed to collect Rs 291.65 crore. Despite competition from other releases, it maintained its momentum in the second week, pulling in an additional Rs 141.4 crore. By the third week, even with a slight dip, the film still garnered Rs 70.2 crore, proving its strong staying power at the box office.

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Strong Weekend Figures

The fourth weekend was crucial for Stree 2. On its 25th day, the film maintained its hold on the audience with a Rs 10.75 crore collection on its fourth Sunday. The performance of the film slightly declined compared to the previous weekend, but it remained strong enough to secure its position as the fourth-highest-grossing Bollywood film in India.

Breaking down the numbers after 25 days:

- Week 1: Rs 291.65 crore

- Week 2: Rs 141.4 crore

- Week 3: Rs 70.2 crore

- Fourth Friday: Rs 4.5 crore

- Fourth Saturday: Rs 8.5 crore

- Fourth Sunday: Rs 10.75 crore
This brings the film to a total collection of Rs 527 crore nett, marking a monumental success for this horror-comedy.

One of the most impressive aspects of Stree 2's box office journey is how it overtook Gadar 2 which had previously set the bar high with Rs 525.7 crore. Sunny Deol’s Gadar 2 was a highly anticipated film, but Stree 2's ability to surpass it speaks volumes about its widespread appeal. The film's blend of laughter and scares made it a crowd-puller, cutting across various demographics.

However, the journey is not yet over for Stree 2. With a clear window ahead and relatively less competition in the coming weeks, the movie could continue to add to its already impressive tally.

While Stree 2 has firmly secured its position as the fourth-highest-grossing Bollywood film in India, it still has a few milestones ahead. Next in its sights is Pathaan which has accumulated Rs 543.09 crore. Directed by Amar Kaushik Stree 2 will need to push forward to surpass Pathaan's total.

The ultimate goal for Stree 2, however, is to become the highest-grossing Bollywood film of all time by overtaking Jawan, which stands at a towering Rs 640.25 crore. Reaching this target might require sustained audience interest and continued strong box office performance.

Here’s the current top 5 list of highest-grossing Bollywood films at the Indian box office, based on nett collections:

1. Jawan: Rs 640.25 crore

2. Pathaan: Rs 543.09 crore

3. Stree 2: Rs 527 crore

4. Gadar 2: Rs 525.7 crore

5. Dangal: Rs 387.38 crore

Interestingly, while Stree 2 is currently the fourth-highest-grossing Bollywood film, it holds the position of the eighth-highest-grossing film of all time in India, when factoring in the immense success of South Indian films. The list of highest-grossing films in India is dominated by South Indian hits such as Baahubali 2 (Rs 1030.42 crore), KGF 2 (Rs 859.7 crore), RRR (Rs 782.2 crore), and Kalki 2898 AD (Rs 646.27 crore).

The road ahead for Stree 2 appears smooth, with no major releases expected to challenge its box office dominance for the time being. Despite the film's pace slowing down after the fourth weekend, industry experts predict that it will continue to attract audiences and perform steadily in the coming days.

While it may not yet be clear whether Stree 2 will be able to overtake Jawan or Pathaan, the film has certainly established itself as a powerhouse. With its blend of humor and horror, it has resonated with both mass and niche audiences alike.