With just a night left until its grand theatrical release, all eyes are on the War 2 Box Office performance. The clash between superstars Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR starrer War 2 and Rajinikanth’s Coolie has generated immense hype, but after a surprisingly sluggish start, the advance booking numbers are finally telling a clearer, more complicated story.
While the films have picked up pace recently, the initial projections have been re-evaluated, suggesting an opening day that is solid but falls short of the colossal expectations initially set for the action extravaganza. Both films hurt each other and business is suffering.
Saiyaara Stands Tall Against Biggies
Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR starrer War 2 sold 1,53,000 tickets in advance booking in national chains for day one. Other biggie Rajinikanth’s Coolie sold 36,000 tickets in national chains for day one. In comparison to these biggies, Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda starrer Saiyaara sold 1,93,000 tickets in advance bookings before release. Even combined sales of War 2 and Coolie is less than Saiyaara.
Saiyaara: 1,93,000
War 2: 1,53,000
Coolie: 36,000
Now the question is whether either of the film will be able to cross lifetime of Saiyaara, only time will answer this question.
What Drives Saiyaara’s Success?
For a youth‑centric romantic drama with debut actors, Saiyaara’s performance is nothing short of remarkable. The film, released on July 18, has already amassed over ₹330 crore domestically by its 26th day in theatres. Critics and trade experts point to its compelling music, strong emotional resonance, and positive word‑of‑mouth as key factors. Despite War 2 and Coolie demanding visibility, Saiyaara continues to ride its own wave of success into this competitive release window.
The Road Ahead And The Holiday Factor
The performance of new releases in the coming days will be critical. The big Independence Day holiday on Friday, its second day in theatres, provides a massive opportunity for growth. The ultimate box office trajectory of War 2 and Coolie will now heavily rely on strong audience word-of-mouth. If the content clicks with viewers, the film could see huge jumps on the holiday and throughout the weekend, potentially compensating for the lower-than-expected start and still reaching a blockbuster total.
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