War 2 blasted into theatres and didn’t waste a second making its presence felt at the Indian box office. Ayan Mukerji’s got the director’s chair this time, with Yash Raj Films throwing their weight behind the project.
It’s a collision of star power: Hrithik Roshan back in action and Jr NTR joining the franchise, something fans have been buzzing about for ages.
#War2 Day 1 Worldwide Gross: ₹82.80 Cr (approx.). 3rd biggest opener of 2025 after #Coolie & #GameChanger.
DISAPPOINTING OPENING. 🤦🏻♂️ pic.twitter.com/m9Mi91eMae
— Bollywood Box Office (@Bolly_BoxOffice) August 15, 2025
War 2 Box Office
War 2 on day one raked in a hefty Rs 51.5 crore net across India. Hindi audiences contributed Rs 29 crore, Telugu viewers brought in Rs 22.25 crore, while the Tamil version added a modest Rs 0.25 crore.
Momentum didn’t drop on day two, thanks in no small part to the Independence Day holiday. Early figures say Friday’s take hit Rs 56.5 crore, so in just two days, War 2 clocked Rs 108 crore. That’s a strong jump, suggesting the film’s building real buzz, especially in the Hindi and Telugu markets where theater occupancy only went up.
War 2 isn’t just another big release. It’s already one of the fastest movies this year to touch the Rs 100 crore mark. Of course, it’s not cruising alone. Rajinikanth’s Coolie is right there in the race, and the box office rivalry is all anyone can talk about.
Coolie performs well in Tamil Nadu
Coolie seems to have a tight grip in Tamil Nadu and overseas, but War 2 is holding its own in North India and the Telugu belt, largely thanks to Jr NTR’s devoted fan following.
Hrithik Roshan returns as Kabir, with Jr NTR playing a character who’s both an ally and a rival, adding a fresh edge to the franchise. The supporting cast includes Kiara Advani, Ashutosh Rana, and Anil Kapoor.
Critics and fans alike are praising the film’s polished action, slick production, and Mukerji’s energetic direction, saying War 2 really delivers that pan-India blockbuster feel.
With the Independence Day weekend still rolling, trade insiders expect War 2 could surge even higher through Saturday and Sunday. If early trends hold, it’s poised to lock in its place as one of this year’s biggest hits.
