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Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Hindustan Times
War 2 worldwide box office collection day 3: Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR film again loses to Coolie, still crosses ₹200 crore
After a revival on Independence Day, War 2, Yash Raj Films' latest spy thriller again saw a dip on day 3, Saturday. The film, which stars Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR, did not get a spectacular opening, but recovered on the day after that. On Saturday, it was business as usual once again for the film, which has been hampered by poor reviews and average word of mouth. Despite that, the I-Day momentum meant War 2 was able to cross ₹200 crore worldwide, inching closer to breaking even, which is its biggest goal now. War 2 worldwide box office collection: Jr NTR and Hrithik Roshan play Indian agents who face off in Ayan Mukerji's film. War 2 worldwide box office update War 2 earned ₹142 crore net ( ₹170 crore gross) in India in its first three days. On Saturday, the film earned ₹33.25 crore, down a worrying 42% from its Friday haul of ₹57.35 crore. Both the Hindi and Telugu versions of the film are down by over 40% despite the weekend. Internationally, the film has fared well, earning just over $5 million ( ₹45 crore) overseas. This gives it a worldwide gross of ₹215 crore in three days. Given that the Ayan Mukerji film has a reported landing cost of around ₹400 crore, it still has a long way to go before it breaks even. On Friday, War 2 had overtaken Rajinikanth's Coolie in net domestic earnings on the day. Both films released on Thursday, with Coolie taking the early lead. But War 2 turned the tables on Friday. But on Saturday, Coolie once again edged ahead, earning ₹38.60 crore to War 2's ₹33.50 crore Hrithik and NTR react to War 2's box office collections But War 2 is still not dead in the water. A decent Sunday may just give the film some momentum going forward. The film's cast and crew are hopeful of that. On Saturday, the two leads of the film took to their respective social media handles to thank fans for the love they have shown the film. Hrithik wrote on his Instagram: "Witnessing all your cheers & celebrations in cinema halls makes my heart fuller!" Similarly, NTR wrote, "I am seeing your love for #War2 and I love you back for it... Incredible to see the public support for our film, which we made with a lot of passion. Let's gooo!" War 2 also stars Kiara Advani in a pivotal role. The film is part of the larger YRF Spy Universe, which includes Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan and Salman Khan's Tiger series. War 2's post-credits scene features Bobby Deol setting up the Spy Universe's next release, Alpha.


Mint
a day ago
- Mint
Shah Rukh Khan asked about on-set tantrums by fan, his answer is pure wit
Shah Rukh Khan surprised fans on Saturday evening by holding a special interactive #AskSRK session on his official X (formerly Twitter) account. During the chat, the Bollywood superstar answered questions ranging from his next film to his recent injury, and even spoke about his National Award win. When a fan asked, 'When is your next movie releasing? Is it King or any other movie?' the actor confirmed, 'Just KING….naam toh suna hoga?' Responding to another query about his project, Shah Rukh revealed that filming for King is already underway. He said, 'Did some good shoot….starting soon again. Only leg shots then move to upper body….Insha Allah will be done fast. @justSidAnand is working hard to finish.' The film is being directed by Siddharth Anand. A fan cheekily asked him about the most epic tantrum he had ever thrown on a film set, the superstar replied with characteristic humor:'Nobody allows me to throw tantrums on sets. Now on King even less, the director is so too strict and organised.' Shah Rukh recently won his first-ever National Award for Jawan. When a fan asked about the achievement, he responded, 'YAY!!!!! I feel like the King of the Nation!!! Too much honour and too much responsibility to try and excel and work harder!!' He had earlier expressed his gratitude on social media, writing, 'Thank you for honouring me with the National Award. Thanks to the jury, the I&B ministry… Iss samman ke liye Bharat Sarkar ka dhanyawaad. Overwhelmed with the love showered upon me. Half a hug to everyone today….' On the professional front, Shah Rukh was last seen in Rajkumar Hirani's Dunki, alongside Taapsee Pannu, Vicky Kaushal and Boman Irani. His next big project, King, is currently in the making and marks his on-screen collaboration with daughter Suhana Khan.


Time of India
a day ago
- Time of India
Shah Rukh Khan on his first National Award for Best Actor with Jawan: 'I feel like the King of the Nation'
Bollywood's Badshah Shah Rukh Khan recently won his maiden National Award for Best Actor for his blockbuster Jawan, directed by Atlee. The recognition, coming more than 30 years into his career, has set off celebrations not just in the industry but across the globe among his legion of fans. On Saturday, SRK decided to interact with his admirers through a surprise AMA on Twitter. Fans poured in congratulatory messages, and one curious follower asked him the golden question: 'How do you feel after winning the National Award? National Award ya janta ka pyaar?' In his signature style, the superstar quipped, 'YAY!!!!! I feel like the King of the Nation!!! Too much honour and too much responsibility to try and excel and work harder!!' — iamsrk (@iamsrk) 'Overwhelmed with gratitude' Though Jawan brought him the big win, Shah Rukh shared the Best Actor honour with Vikrant Massey for 12th Fail. Post the announcement, SRK appeared before fans in a laid-back look, beanie, T-shirt, denim, and a sling on his arm owing to an injury, and delivered a moving speech. 'I am overwhelmed with gratitude, pride and humility. Receiving a National Award is an honour I will remember for the rest of my life. Thank you to the jury, the chairman, the I&B ministry, and everyone who thought I deserved this recognition,' he said. Salman sings 'Saare Jahan Se Accha' while SRK and AbRam post picture with Tricolour SRK also acknowledged the people who made the win possible. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo 'I'd like to thank all of my directors and writers, particularly for 2023 — Raju sir, Sid, and most importantly Atlee sir and his team for believing in me with Jawan. And, of course, my family — Gauri, Aryan, Suhana, and AbRam.' For him, the National Award is more than a trophy. 'It's a reminder that my efforts are worth it. It pushes me to keep going, learning, creating, and serving cinema. In a world full of noise, being truly heard is a gift.' On the work front, Shah Rukh will be seen in King, which also stars his daughter Suhana Khan. "Get the latest news updates on Times of India, including reviews of the movie Coolie and War 2 ."