The Indian box office is witnessing an intense battle between two of the year’s biggest releases, Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR’s War 2 and Rajinikanth’s Coolie. Both films are drawing massive crowds, setting new records within days of release.
War 2’s Strong Opening
Directed by Ayan Mukerji, War 2 has quickly crossed the ₹150 crore mark in India within four days of release. Featuring Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, and Kiara Advani, the action thriller has benefited from strong word-of-mouth and star power, though earnings dipped slightly on day three before rebounding on Sunday.
Coolie Extends Its Lead
Meanwhile, Rajinikanth’s Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, is racing ahead in the box office contest. By Sunday, the Tamil action entertainer had closed in on ₹170 crore in domestic collections, buoyed by Rajinikanth’s pan-India fan following and strong support in South markets.
Global Box Office
On the international stage, Coolie has surged past the ₹320 crore worldwide gross within its opening weekend, making it one of the fastest Tamil films to achieve the milestone. War 2, while trailing domestically, has shown strong overseas traction, crossing ₹200 crore globally by Saturday.
The Bigger Picture
The success of both films underscores the growing influence of Indian cinema on the global stage. While Coolie demonstrates the unparalleled mass appeal of Rajinikanth, War 2 reaffirms Bollywood’s ability to deliver high-octane spectacles with international reach.
With both films sustaining momentum, the coming week will determine whether War 2 can catch up to Coolie’s blistering pace or if Rajinikanth’s latest blockbuster will continue its dominant run at the global box office.
