War 2 Box Office Collection Report: Hrithik Roshan–Jr NTR Starrer Struggles to Recover ₹400 Crore Budget
War 2, the most ambitious and expensive entry in Yash Raj Films’ Spy Universe, opened with strong numbers but has struggled to sustain momentum. Starring Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, and Kiara Advani, the film was produced on a massive ₹400 crore budget. Three weeks into its theatrical run, mixed reviews and stiff competition have dented its recovery prospects.
A massive ₹400 crore budget
Yash Raj Films invested heavily in production and marketing, placing War 2 among India’s costliest projects. Trade analysts originally set the break-even target at around ₹500–600 crore worldwide. Despite a strong opening week, later-week dips have put that target out of easy reach.
India box office performance
The film posted a roaring opening, with first-week net collections close to ₹200 crore. By the end of Week 2, India net stood at roughly ₹227 crore. Subsequent days showed a weakening trend:
| Day | Estimate (India Net) |
|---|---|
| End of Week 2 | ≈ ₹227 crore |
| Day 15 | Crossed ₹230 crore |
| Day 16 (Friday) | ₹0.65–0.71 crore |
| Day 17 (Saturday) | ₹0.96–1.26 crore |
| Day 18 (Sunday) | Crossed ₹234 crore |
| Current India Net | ₹232–241 crore (source variance) |
Worldwide collections
Overseas markets contributed roughly ₹77 crore, bringing the global gross to approximately ₹361 crore. While this is a substantial number, it still falls short of the film’s ₹400 crore production cost, leaving profitability in doubt.
Comparison with other 2025 releases
Recent hits such as Param Sundari and Coolie ate into War 2’s later-week collections. Although War 2 has achieved milestones—surpassing Hrithik’s Bang Bang and ranking among the year’s top grossers—the film is also being tracked as the lowest-performing entry in the YRF Spy Universe to date.
Audience and critical response
Reviews were mixed. Audiences praised the action choreography and the star pair’s screen presence but criticized the screenplay and emotional depth. Weak word-of-mouth likely contributed to the sharp mid-week drops after the first fortnight.
Is War 2 a hit or a flop?
At ~₹361 crore worldwide, War 2 has not yet recouped its ₹400 crore production budget. Trade estimates suggest the film needed at least ₹500 crore worldwide to be labeled a clear hit. On current trends, industry observers categorize it as an underperformer rather than a commercial success.
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