Hrithik Roshan’s action-packed and much-awaited movie, War 2, hit theatres on August 14, clashing with the release of Rajinikanth’s Coolie. Releasing just a day before the 79th Independence Day holiday, the film attracted large crowds, especially in Hindi-speaking regions, though it slightly lagged behind Coolie on opening-day numbers.
Produced by Yash Raj Films and directed by Ayan Mukerji, War 2 stars Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, and Kiara Advani. The months-long buzz around the sequel to 2019’s War helped the film open strong. According to early estimates from industry tracker Sacnilk, War 2 collected Rs 56.50 crore net on its second day, taking its total box office collection to Rs 108 crore across all languages.
The film started with Rs 29 crore net on day one but saw a remarkable recovery on day two, due to the Independence Day boost. The Hindi version of War 2 is estimated to have earned Rs 43–45 crore net on Thursday, bringing its two-day Hindi total to around Rs 73 crore net. Despite mixed responses from audiences online, the film’s day-two performance has been impressive, helping it cross the Rs 100 crore mark within just two days, making it one of the fastest films of 2025 to achieve this milestone.
Box Office clash with Rajinikanth’s Coolie
The box office clash with Rajinikanth’s Coolie has added excitement to trade discussions. While Coolie is doing very well in Tamil Nadu and overseas, War 2 is performing strongly in North India and Telugu-speaking regions, thanks to Jr NTR’s huge fan base.
War 2 star cast
In War 2, Hrithik Roshan returns as Kabir, while Jr NTR plays the villain. Kiara Advani, Ashutosh Rana, and Anil Kapoor complete the cast. The film has been praised for its action, high production quality, and Ayan Mukerji’s stylish direction, making it popular across India.
Weekend box office predictions for War 2
Trade experts say the Independence Day weekend could push War 2’s earnings even higher, with Saturday and Sunday expected to bring big numbers. If the momentum continues, the film could become one of the year’s biggest blockbusters. It would also strengthen Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR’s popularity across India.
With its star cast, action-packed scenes, and festive timing, War 2 is expected to dominate the box office this weekend. Fans are rushing to the theatres, and the strong start could lead to record-breaking collections.