The sequel to the hit movie “Stree” has taken the Indian cinema world by storm, far surpassing all expectations with its unprecedented box office earnings. Despite lacking a major superstar to draw crowds based solely on star power, “Stree 2” has managed to dominate the box office with sheer content and audience appeal.
In terms of genre, “Stree 2” is a horror-comedy, a far cry from the usual action-packed or superhero films that typically rake in massive earnings. It’s part of a cinematic universe, and its predecessor, “Stree,” earned ₹6.8 crores on its opening day, while “Bhediya,” another film in the universe, garnered ₹7.5 crores. The surprise hit “Munja” earned ₹4 crores. However, “Stree 2” has outshone them all, making an astounding ₹8.5 crores during its paid preview night alone, breaking the previous record held by “Chennai Express” (₹6.75 crores) in just a few hours.
By its first full day of release, “Stree 2” had collected ₹15 crores, an impressive feat considering it had no major holiday or weekend boost. This marked it as the third-highest opening for a Hindi film, trailing only “Jawan” and “Animal,” both of which had much larger budgets.
When compared to the lifetime collections of other movies in the “Stree” universe, “Stree 2” has already surpassed them within just a few days. The original “Stree” had a lifetime collection of ₹130 crores, but “Stree 2” made ₹135 crores in just three days. By the end of its opening weekend, “Stree 2” had amassed a staggering ₹191 crores, placing it among the top five highest opening weekends for Hindi films, alongside “Jawan,” “Pathaan,” and “KGF Chapter 2.”
What’s even more remarkable is that “Stree 2” achieved these numbers with a relatively modest budget, estimated at ₹50-60 crores, while its competitors had budgets ranging from ₹100 crores to ₹370 crores. This achievement makes “Stree 2” a major contender in the race for the highest-grossing films of 2024.
Looking ahead, industry experts predict that “Stree 2” could very well cross the ₹400 crores mark, entering the exclusive club of the highest-grossing Hindi films of all time. If it continues its strong performance, it may even challenge the likes of “Animal” and “Jawan” for a place among the top grossers.
In conclusion, “Stree 2” has not only lived up to its expectations but has exceeded them by leaps and bounds. It stands as a testament to the power of well-crafted cinema that resonates with audiences, proving that even a medium-budget film can compete with the giants of the industry and emerge victorious.
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