Shraddha Kapoor The highly anticipated sequel to the horror-comedy hit, ‘Stree 2,’ has electrified the Bollywood box office, rapidly emerging as the highest-grossing Hindi film of 2024. Directed by the acclaimed Amar Kaushik and featuring the dynamic pairing of Shraddha and Rajkummar Rao, ‘Stree 2’ has not only surpassed industry expectations but has also set new records in its brief yet astonishingly successful run.
In just under five days, ‘Stree 2’ has significantly outpaced Hrithik Roshan’s ‘Fighter,’ which had set a high benchmark with its own impressive box office performance. Released during the Republic Day weekend, ‘Fighter’ had raked in approximately Rs 212.75 crores net and Rs 255 crores gross throughout its theatrical run. However, ‘Stree 2’ has eclipsed these figures with remarkable speed, grossing over Rs 30 crores net in just its first five days. This brings its total domestic collection to an impressive Rs 220 crores net, establishing it firmly as the top-grossing Bollywood film of the year so far.
This extraordinary accomplishment not only dethrones ‘Fighter’ from its position at the top but also highlights ‘Stree 2’ as the most lucrative Hindi film of 2024 to date—a title it appears well-positioned to maintain given its current momentum. The film’s triumph is a testament to its broad appeal and the enduring popularity of the horror-comedy genre within Bollywood.
In addition to its box office triumph, ‘Stree 2’ has marked a significant milestone for Kapoor. By its fourth day of release, the film had surpassed the total earnings of Kapoor’s previous highest-grossing films, including ‘Chhichhore’ (Rs 153 crores net), ‘Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar’ (Rs 147 crores net), and ‘Saaho’ (Rs 145 crores net). This makes ‘Stree 2’ Kapoor’s highest-grossing film in the Hindi language, showcasing her increasing stature in the industry. Notably, this achievement marks Kapoor’s seventh film to cross the Rs 100 crores net milestone and her first to break through the Rs 200 crores barrier domestically.
This remarkable feat further elevates Kapoor’s status as one of Bollywood’s most bankable and influential stars. As of its fifth day, ‘Stree 2’ has already secured its position as the 31st highest-grossing film in the history of Hindi cinema. With its current trajectory, it is anticipated that the film will soon break into the top 25, cementing its place in the annals of Bollywood history.
In the broader context of the 2024 Hindi film landscape, ‘Stree 2’ now stands as the second highest-grossing film of the year, trailing only behind the colossal success of ‘Kalki 2898 AD,’ which has amassed over Rs 293 crores net. Despite this, industry analysts are optimistic that with its continued positive reception and strong word-of-mouth, ‘Stree 2’ may close the gap in the coming weeks and potentially challenge ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ for the top spot.
The success of ‘Stree 2’ is a significant win not only for its cast and crew but also for the genre of horror-comedy in Bollywood. The film’s unique blend of humor, suspense, and supernatural elements has resonated strongly with audiences, proving that there is a substantial demand for innovative and engaging storytelling within Indian cinema.
As ‘Stree 2’ continues its record-breaking run, all eyes are now on the forthcoming weekend to see if it can sustain its box office supremacy and possibly even challenge ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ for the title of the highest-grossing film of 2024. With its current momentum and enthusiastic audience reception, ‘Stree 2’ is poised to make a lasting impact on Bollywood’s box office landscape.
Stree 2 success bash: Shraddha Kapoor, Rajkummar Rao party with friends from the industry
Maddock Films’ latest offering, Stree 2, featuring the dynamic duo of Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, has taken the box office by storm. Since its debut on August 14, the film has amassed a staggering Rs 229 crore in India and an impressive Rs 322.5 crore globally, marking it as a massive hit.To commemorate this monumental success, the team behind Stree 2 threw an extravagant success party on August 19. The celebration was graced by the film’s leading stars, Shraddha and Rajkummar Rao, who were joined by a host of industry friends including Nimrat Kaur, Anaita Shroff Adajania, and other notable personalities.Among the distinguished guests was Tamannaah Bhatia, who made a notable appearance at the event. Bhatia, who dazzled audiences with her sizzling dance number in the film, was a highlight of the bash.
Nimrat Kaur took to social media to share a glimpse of the celebration, posting exclusive behind-the-scenes photos and expressing her excitement with a heartfelt message. She wrote, “LOVE BOMBING RED ALERT! #Stree2 has felt like a personal victory from the very first day, first show at the theater. As a devoted fan of this horror-comedy universe, I’m overjoyed to celebrate the stunning @shraddhakapoor, the eternally brilliant @rajkummar_rao, and the visionary director @amarkaushik. Huge applause also to the ethereal @tamannaahspeaks, the incredibly talented @pankajtripathi ji, @nowitsabhi, @aparshakti_khurana, and everyone else who poured their heart and soul into this monumental success. Special thanks to the fearless, visionary, and dear Dinesh Vijan for his bold and intuitive approach. Congratulations @maddockfilms on this historic achievement! Here’s to many more milestones ahead! 🌟”
Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor were visibly elated, and their joy was evident as they posed for photos during the celebration. Anaita Shroff Adajania also took to social media, sharing her excitement and congratulating the team. She posted, “Stepped out to celebrate the success of #stree2. Huge congratulations to @stree2 @maddockfilms #dineshvijan! Let’s keep cheering them on! 🎉”
In addition to the success party, Shraddha Kapoor was recently spotted alongside Varun Dhawan, who made a special cameo in Stree 2, as they interacted with their fans. The film continues to thrive, having collected an impressive Rs 38.1 crore on its fifth day of release.
Stree 2 also features stellar performances from Pankaj Tripathi, Abhishek Banerjee, and Aparshakti Khurana in pivotal roles, contributing to the film’s outstanding reception and success.