Sunny Deol, who recently tasted impressive success with his film Gadar 2, has taken to social media to express his excitement and congratulations to the team of Stree 2 for their remarkable achievement at the box office. The horror-comedy, featuring Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor, has become a blockbuster, much to the delight of cinema lovers and industry insiders alike.
On Thursday, Sunny Deol shared a post on his Instagram stories featuring the movie poster of Stree 2, alongside an enthusiastic note celebrating the film’s success. “Congratulations to team Stree 2 for bringing heavy monsoons to the box office and cheer for exhibitors,” he wrote, with evident pride for another well-made Indian film enjoying widespread acclaim.
The film, which faced stiff competition from ‘Khel Khel Mein’ and ‘Vedaa’ upon its release on August 15, has rapidly surged ahead, becoming the top choice among moviegoers. This victory has been described by trade analysts as nothing short of a phenomenal event. Noted trade analyst Taran Adarsh likened the film’s performance to a natural calamity due to its overwhelming dominance. He stated, “Call it a STORM or a TSUNAMI or a TYPHOON… #Stree2 records a SENSATIONAL extended weekend… The two major #Hindi films that released alongside it [#KhelKhelMein, #Vedaa] were severely impacted by the #Stree2 wave.”
According to Adarsh, Stree 2 shattered records by hitting a double century, grossing Rs 200 crore in net box office collections (NBOC) within just four days. This is a significant feat, typically achieved only by major Hindi blockbusters in the past. He emphasized that Stree 2’s numbers escalated dramatically on its fourth day, even surpassing its impressive opening day figures on Independence Day, further underlining the film’s strong market pull. “A HISTORIC feat for a mid-sized film. #Stree2 hit the ball out of the stadium on Day 4 [Sun], creating HAVOC by surpassing its Day 1 [Thu] numbers [#IndependenceDay]… It only goes to prove once again that a well-made desi entertainer will always be embraced by the audiences. Expect another big, fat total today [#RakshaBandhan partial holiday].”
Providing an in-depth breakdown, Adarsh shared the film’s earnings across its opening week: “[Week 1] Wed previews 9.
.40 cr, Thu 55.40 cr, Fri 35.30 cr, Sat 45.70 cr, Sun 58.20 cr. Total: Rs 204 cr. #India biz. #Boxoffice.”
Directed by Amar Kaushik, ‘Stree 2’ maintains the momentum established by its predecessor, ‘Stree,’ released in 2018, which was also a major hit. The continuation of the story has evidently resonated well with the audience. Interestingly, Varun Dhawan makes a special cameo in the sequel, adding an extra layer of appeal for viewers.
The original ‘Stree’ had set a high bar with its successful blend of horror and comedy, a somewhat unconventional genre in Indian cinema, but one that captured the audience’s imagination. It appears that ‘Stree 2’ has not only lived up to but exceeded these high expectations, managing to create a stronger connection with its viewers, evidenced by its box office performance.
Sunny Deol’s commendation comes from a place of understanding the intricacies of the film industry. Having experienced a similar wave of success with Gadar 2, he recognizes the significance of achieving such milestones, especially in a competitive market where multiple films vie for the top spot.
The buzz around Stree 2 is also reflective of the ever-evolving tastes of the Indian audience. This success story reinforces the notion that Indian audiences are willing to embrace variety and are appreciative of well-crafted, entertaining films, irrespective of their genre. Films like Stree 2 are pivotal in setting new benchmarks and breaking the conventional norms of Bollywood storytelling.
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As ‘Stree 2’ continues its successful run at theaters, it is evident that it has carved its own niche, establishing itself as a benchmark for future mid-sized films aiming to make a significant impact at the box office.
