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War 2 storms the box office with Rs 187 crore in India in just 4 days

Hrithik Roshan, NTR Jr., and Kiara Advani’s War 2 has stormed the Independence Day weekend box office, earning Rs 187 crore net in India within four days and grossing Rs 228 crore, solidifying its place as a blockbuster spectacle.

August 18, 2025 / 16:28 IST
War 2 storms the box office with Rs 187 crore in India in just 4 days

War 2 storms the box office with Rs 187 crore in India in just 4 days

The much-anticipated action spectacle War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan, NTR Jr., and Kiara Advani, has taken the box office by storm over the extended Independence Day weekend. The film, which brings together Bollywood and Tollywood powerhouses under YRF’s spy universe, has recorded a phenomenal opening, collecting Rs 187 crore net in India within just four days. Its gross box office collections in India have already reached Rs 228 crore, setting the stage for a blockbuster run.

According to early estimates, War 2 has performed strongly across both Hindi and Telugu markets. The Hindi version alone contributed Rs 130 crore, while the Telugu version added a massive Rs 57 crore, showcasing NTR Jr.’s popularity and the pan-India appeal of the film.

Breaking down the daily earnings, War 2 opened with Rs 54 crore on Thursday, fueled by the Independence Day holiday. Friday witnessed an even bigger surge with Rs 61 crore, led by Hrithik Roshan’s star power in the Hindi belt and NTR Jr.’s dominance in Telugu states. Saturday saw a drop but still managed Rs 36 crore, while Sunday added another Rs 34 crore, ensuring a strong four-day total.

What stands out is the film’s balanced performance across markets. While Hrithik’s action persona ensured Hindi belts remained rock solid, NTR Jr.’s presence significantly boosted Telugu collections, marking a rare achievement for a Bollywood film to make such inroads in South India. Kiara Advani’s presence and the film’s high-octane action sequences also added freshness to the franchise.

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With these figures, War 2 is on track to emerge as one of the biggest hits of 2025. Trade analysts predict that the film could cross the Rs 300 crore mark in India within its first week if the momentum continues. Given the massive hype, stellar action set-pieces, and the ever-expanding spy universe factor, the film is likely to enjoy sustained audience interest.

War 2 has not just lived up to expectations—it has redefined them. The Hrithik-NTR combination is proving to be box office dynamite, making the film a festival release to remember.

Entertainment desk
first published: Aug 18, 2025 04:28 pm

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