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War 2 box office: Hrithik Roshan-Jr NTR starrer emerges the biggest Bollywood opener of 2025, beating Chhaava, thanks to its Telugu version
As per early reports, War 2 has earned around Rs 29.50 crore in its Hindi (original) version, approximately Rs 23 crore in its Telugu version and close to Rs 30 lakhs in its Tamil version After a long wait and anticipation, Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR and Kiara Advani starrer War 2 has finally released today at the box office. Amid high expectations, the pan-India biggie garnered mixed-to-negative reviews. However, it has managed to emerge as the biggest Bollywood opener of the year by beating Vicky Kaushal-Jr NTR starrer Chhaava (Rs 33.10 crore) by a huge margin with the help of its Telugu dubbed version. As per early reports, War 2 has earned around Rs 29.50 crore in its Hindi (original) version, approximately Rs 23 crore in its Telugu version and close to Rs 30 lakhs in its Tamil version. The opening day collections of War 2 stand around Rs 53.10 crore. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Considering the mixed word of mouth and working day, the first day of business looks up to the mark. However, with the national holiday of Independence Day followed by Janmashtami and Sunday, the movie should cross the Rs 200 crore mark in its extended opening weekend, as it boasts big names and is mounted on a huge scale. When #War2 begins, your mission is to keep the secrets safe! Say no to spoilers.#War2 ONLY in cinemas worldwide from August 14th. Releasing in Hindi, Telugu and Tamil. Book your tickets now! | — Yash Raj Films (@yrf) August 13, 2025 While the film had no business in the Tamil market due to Rajinikanth, Nagarjuna Akkineni, Aamir Khan, Upendra, Soubin Shahir, Sathyaraj and Shruti Haasan starrer _Coolie_, the Hindi version of the Lokesh Kanagaraj directorial also received a decent response in the northern part of the country. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Directed by Ayan Mukerji of Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, Wake Up Sid and Brahmastra: Part 1 Shiva fame, War 2 is bankrolled by Aditya Chopra under the banner of YRF. It is the sixth film from the Spy Universe after Ek Tha Tiger, Tiger Zinda Hai, War, Pathaan and Tiger 3.
News18
36 minutes ago
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Coolie Box Office Day 1: Rajinikanth Shatters All Records, Film Earns Rs 150 Crore On Opening
Coolie Box Office Collection Day 1: Rajinikanth's Coolie earns Rs 150 crore worldwide on Day 1, setting a new record for Tamil cinema. Coolie Box Office Collection Day 1: Rajinikanth's Coolie has delivered nothing short of a historic opening at the box office. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, the film was already creating waves with staggering advance bookings, and early estimates now confirm it has grossed around Rs 150 crore worldwide on its very first day. This makes Coolie the first Tamil film ever to achieve such a massive debut. While, day one India net collections for Coolie stand at nearly Rs 65 crore across languages, trade reports suggest Coolie collected Rs 28–30 crore from Tamil Nadu, Rs 16–18 crore from Andhra Pradesh/Telangana, Rs 14–15 crore from Karnataka, Rs 10 crore from Kerala, and a jaw-dropping Rs 75 crore from overseas markets. With these numbers, the film has surpassed Leo's record, which grossed Rs 76 crore on opening day in India, making Coolie the biggest Tamil opener yet. The timing of the release, just ahead of the Independence Day weekend, is expected to fuel even bigger box office numbers in the coming days. A Historic Box Office Opening For Rajinikanth The phenomenal Day 1 response comes despite mixed reviews from critics, proving that Coolie is critic-proof. With fans thronging theatres in India and abroad, the film has turned into a celebratory event. Industry experts believe the movie's multi-starrer format has played a crucial role. Alongside Rajinikanth, Coolie features powerhouse names like Nagarjuna, Aamir Khan, Upendra, Sathyaraj, and Soubin Shahir. Trade analyst Ramesh Bala highlighted the film's nationwide appeal, saying, 'Rajinikanth's pan-India reach, coupled with Aamir Khan's strong presence in the Hindi market, has made this a true event film. With five stars pulling their own audiences, the movie was destined for massive numbers." Adding to the frenzy, Coolie clashed with Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR's War 2, but still managed to cross Rs 100 crore in pre-sales alone, selling over 12 lakh tickets on its first day. This underlines Rajinikanth's unparalleled dominance at the box office. Coolie Marks 50 Years Of Rajinikanth Coolie also arrives at a significant milestone in Rajinikanth's career, celebrating 50 years of his unmatched stardom. Lokesh Kanagaraj has crafted a film that blends high-octane action with nostalgia, giving fans plenty of reasons to cheer. The climax, which includes Aamir Khan's cameo and several unexpected twists, has become a major talking point. News18 Showsha's review praised the spectacle, stating, 'The climax is packed not just with action, but the famous cameo appearance by Aamir Khan. The plot twists don't end there. Wait till you watch the tail-end scene to be taken back in time. Overall, Lokesh Kanagaraj has managed to bring a banger to the theatres that need to be enjoyed on the big screen with a hall filled with Rajini fans." With Independence Day festivities and the long weekend ahead, trade experts predict Coolie will continue its record-breaking spree, cementing itself as one of the biggest blockbusters in Tamil cinema history. First Published: August 14, 2025, 23:44 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
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Pavithra Menon questions Janhvi Kapoor's 'Param Sundari' accent and why a Malayali actor wasn't cast: 'Hum kam talented hote hain kya...'
Janhvi Kapoor's upcoming film, Param Sundari, faces criticism before its release. Malayalam actor Pavithra Menon questions the stereotypical portrayal of Malayalis and Janhvi's accent. Menon wonders why native actors from Kerala aren't cast for such roles. She highlights the outdated depiction of Malayalis in Hindi cinema, sparking debate on representation and cultural accuracy. Janhvi Kapoor 's latest film Param Sundari has sparked a debate even before its release. While the trailer has been praised for its cross-cultural love story, the portrayal of Janhvi's Malayali character and her accent has drawn criticism from Malayalam actor-singer Pavithra Menon, who questioned why a native actor from Kerala wasn't cast. On Wednesday, the Malayalam singer-actor took to Instagram to criticize the film's makers for the stereotypical portrayal of Malayalis in Hindi cinema, questioning why actors from Kerala are rarely cast to play local characters. She wrote in her caption: "I mean no hate to Jhanvi here but why try this hard?" Watch the video here: "I am Pavithra Menon; I am a Malayali, and I watched the trailer of Param Sundari, and this is what I think," the actor began in a video she posted on her Instagram. The video then showed a portion of the Param Sundari trailer where Janhvi's character introduces herself in heavily accented Hindi: 'Main Thekkapatil Damodaran Sundaram Pillai Kerala se.' Pavithra reacts in surprise and adds, "Wait, what? Before we go further into the trailer, I want to address this: 'What's the problem in hiring a proper Malayali actor?' Hum kam talented hote hain kya (Are we less talented)?" The actor switches to Hindi and adds, "This is not how it happens in Kerala. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 15 Most Gorgeous Women, Ranked BigGlobalTravel Undo Like how I am talking in Hindi, I can also speak Malayalam really well." Switching to Malayalam, Pavithra adds, "Is it so hard to find a Malayali to play the role in a Hindi movie." The actor then addresses the stereotypical depiction of Malayalis in Hindi films and says, "We have done such things in Malayalam films of the 90s when we had to show Punjabis (does an exaggerated balle balle). But now it's 2025. I think everybody knows how a Malayali talks, and how they are as normal as anybody else. We don't just wear jasmine flowers and do Mohiniyattam everywhere." Fans support Her post received widespread support from many of her followers. While one user wrote, 'Atleast Malayali dubbing artist would have been better,' another one added, 'I second this, even with the styling too'. A user also commented, 'Not only Malayalam but also Bengalis. There is a notion in Bollywood that all the Bengali girls just wear a saree, bindi and kohl. They always sing Tagore's' The film follows a cross-cultural romance between a Delhi-based man and a Malayali woman. Alongside Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor, it features Rajeev Khandelwal and Aakash Dahiya in key roles. Directed by Tushar Jalota, Param Sundari is scheduled for release on August 29. "Get the latest news updates on Times of India, including reviews of the movie Coolie and War 2 ."
