War 2 Box Office Collection Day 1 Worldwide Collection
War 2 earns ₹52.50 crore nett in India, ₹92 crore worldwide on Day 1, marking 2025’s biggest Bollywood opening despite competition from Coolie.
The film closed its opening day with ₹52.50 crore nett in India and an estimated ₹62.00 crore India gross. Overseas markets contributed a solid ₹30.00 crore, taking the worldwide total to approximately ₹92.00 crore on Day 1.
While War 2 delivered the biggest Bollywood opening of 2025 so far, it fell short of matching its predecessor and lagged behind Coolie by ₹16.50 crore nett on the same day. With the Independence Day holiday providing a natural boost for Day 2, the film still holds potential for a strong extended weekend.
| Parameter | Amount (₹ Crore) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| India Nett Collection | 52.50* | Across Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil versions |
| India Gross Collection | 62.00* | Includes GST and entertainment tax |
| Overseas Gross | 30.00* | Strong hold in Middle East, North America, and select Asian markets |
| Worldwide Gross | 92.00* | Sum of India gross + overseas gross |
| Opening Day Occupancy | ~30% (Hindi), ~75% (Telugu), ~42% (Tamil) | Regional versions boosted overall average |
| Screens (Worldwide) | ~4,000+ | Wide YRF release across formats |
| Shows (Worldwide) | — | Exact figure not disclosed |
| Highest Performing Circuit | Telugu-speaking regions | Jr NTR’s star power drove ₹23.25 crore nett from the Telugu version |
| Competition | Coolie – ₹69.00 | War 2 trailed by ₹16.50 crore nett on Day 1 |
*Provisional figures — final confirmed data will follow after full distributor reconciliation.
Day 1 India Breakdown:
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Hindi Version: ~₹29.00 crore nett; moderate given expectations for a YRF Spy Universe entry.
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Telugu Version: ~₹23.25 crore nett; a massive contribution fueled by Jr NTR’s fanbase.
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Tamil Version: ~₹0.25 crore nett; minimal share but added to overall numbers.
Occupancy trends revealed contrasting patterns: Hindi markets started slow but picked up in evening shows, while Telugu regions saw near-capacity turnout from morning onwards. Premium formats such as IMAX and 4DX in metro cities also reported strong advance sales, boosting overall gross.
Why This Opening Matters:
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Marks the biggest Hindi film opener of 2025, despite stiff competition.
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Demonstrates the growing bilingual advantage in big-ticket Bollywood films, with Telugu markets accounting for over 40% of the Day 1 nett.
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Highlights the 12.50 crore nett gap to Coolie, underscoring the unmatched pull of Rajinikanth’s release.
With Day 2 coinciding with Independence Day and positive audience response in Telugu-speaking regions, War 2 could post a sharp uptick, setting up a competitive race for the extended weekend crown.
