New Delhi: The excitement surrounding Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao’s highly awaited sequel, Stree 2, is not just palpable; it’s translating into record-breaking ticket sales. According to industry insiders, the film’s advance booking has ignited a frenzy among cinephiles.
As noted by esteemed film critic and trade analyst Taran Adarsh on platform X (formerly known as Twitter), the pre-sales of Stree 2 have roared to an outstanding start. Adarsh’s update read: “ADVANCE BOOKING UPDATE: ‘STREE 2’ TICKET SALES ARE ON … The film industry can finally breathe a sigh of relief… #Stree2 is poised for a sensational start at the #BO… The pre-sales – which are growing rapidly by the hour – indicate a #Blockbuster start for this horror-comedy.”
Such enthusiastic reception is a much-needed relief for the film industry, which has recently seen fluctuating box office successes. Stree 2’s outstanding pre-sales numbers are a testament to the film’s positive anticipation and the returning popularity of the horror-comedy genre.
Further affirming the film’s success, according to Sacnilk.com, Stree 2 has already surpassed 1 lakh tickets sold across the top three national cinema chains—PVRINOX and Cinepolis. At approximately 1.03 lakh tickets sold, Stree 2 has shot past advance booking numbers of even major blockbusters like Salman Khan’s Tiger 3 and Ranbir Kapoor’s Brahmastra, which managed to sell 72,000 and 65,000 tickets respectively within their first 38 hours of pre-sales.
In comparing these figures, it is apparent that Stree 2 is on a trajectory similar to that of other blockbusters, such as Animal. Animal set new benchmarks by selling around 90,000 tickets within the same timeframe at the leading cinema chains and ultimately hit approximately 4.56 lakh tickets by the eve of its release. Should Stree 2 continue on this current path, it is poised to challenge and possibly eclipse these records as well.
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The release of Stree 2 is scheduled for August 15, aligning it with the significant Independence Day holiday in India, potentially maximizing box office draw. Directed by Amar Kaushik, this horror-comedy stars Shraddha Kapoor, Rajkummar Rao, Abhishek Banerjee, Aparshakti Khurrana, and Pankaj Tripathi—all reprising their roles from the first film.
In contrast, other Independence Day releases such as John Abraham’s Vedaa and Akshay Kumar’s Khel Khel Mein have witnessed relatively sluggish advance bookings. Despite their star power, both films have not yet managed to generate the same level of pre-release excitement as Stree 2. Nonetheless, industry experts remain hopeful that ticket sales for these titles may experience a surge closer to their release dates.
The strong start for Stree 2 bodes well for the film industry, which has been cautiously optimistic about the overall performance of big-budget films this year. Such trends suggest a healthy return of audiences to theaters, a vital trend for sustaining the economic viability of large-scale film productions.
It is worth noting that this sequel, like its predecessor, has drawn in audiences with its unique blend of humor and horror, making it a beloved franchise among moviegoers. The palpable enthusiasm around Stree 2’s release is not just a reflection of the star cast and compelling storyline but also a nod to the film’s innovative marketing strategies.
In conclusion, the advance booking figures for Stree 2 mark it as a formidable competitor in the upcoming box office race. With exceptional ticket sales already recorded and industry analysts predicting an outstanding opening, the anticipation for Stree 2 is building to an all-time high. As we edge closer to the film’s release date, it will be interesting to see if it manages to not only meet but exceed the expectations set by its prequel.
Stay tuned as we bring you more updates on Stree 2 and other ongoing developments in the world of cinema.
