War 2 Box Office Collection Day 29: Over 80 Crores In Deficit – A Huge Disaster For YRF!

Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR were expected to make War 2 bigger and better. YRF spent a staggering budget of 325 crores on the action thriller. The content did not live upto the mark, and it will unfortunately not even enter the 200 crore club. Scroll below for the latest box office update on day 29.

How much has War 2 earned in Hindi?

According to the official figures, War 2 accumulated only 44 lakhs in its fourth week, a 90% drop compared to 4.30 crores garnered in the previous week. The ticket windows became congested with the arrival of Param Sundari, Baaghi 4, and The Bengal Files, while Mahavatar Narsimha and Saiyaara continued to add footfalls. All hopes are relinquished as the daily earnings have fallen below 5 lakhs.

The net box office collection of War 2 (Hindi) stands at 184.99 crores after 29 days. While it has surpassed Hrithik Roshan’s Bang Bang, Ayan Mukerji’s directorial will fail to enter the top 50 Hindi grossers of all time.

Here’s the week-wise box office breakdown at the Hindi box office:

Week 1: 209.10 crores (8 days)

Week 2: 25.50 crores

Week 3: 4.30 crores

Week 4: 44 lakhs

Total: 184.99 crores

War 2 Box Office Collection (All Languages)

Along with Hindi, Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR starrer was released in Hindi and Telugu. In 29 days, it has made overall earnings of 244.32 crores, all languages included. It was made on a staggering budget of 325 crores. In almost a month, the makers could only recover 75% of the estimated cost, and will suffer losses of over 80 crores.

The action thriller is the 4th highest-grossing Bollywood film of 2025. It will, unfortunately, fail to beat Mahavatar Narsimha (246.62 crores) and enter the top 3.

War 2 Box Office Summary Day 29 (All Languages)

Budget: 325 crores

India net: 244.32 crores

India gross: 288.29 crores

Budget recovery: 75%

Verdict: Losing

Despite the failure to meet expectations, War 2 remains a significant film because of its massive scale and high-profile cast. The pairing of Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR was a highlight, and audiences were initially drawn by the promise of grand action sequences. However, as days passed, word of mouth and mixed reviews contributed to the decline in collections. This demonstrates once again how content is king, no matter how big the names associated with a project may be.

Another major factor that played against War 2 was the crowded release calendar. Films like Baaghi 4 and The Bengal Files created tough competition, while Param Sundari and Mahavatar Narsimha dominated certain markets. With so many choices for the audience, sustaining box office momentum became increasingly difficult for War 2.

Industry experts believe that YRF may have overestimated the power of the War franchise. The first War was a record-breaking success, but times have changed, and audience preferences have shifted. Viewers today demand not just action but strong storytelling and emotional depth. The failure of War 2 to deliver on these fronts left fans disappointed, ultimately impacting collections.

On the brighter side, the film’s performance in Telugu markets added some cushion to the losses. Jr NTR’s fan base helped generate footfalls in South India, but that wasn’t enough to make up for the underperformance in Hindi-speaking regions. The film’s overall recovery still falls short of expectations, leading to projected losses of over 80 crores.

War 2’s outcome has sparked discussions about the future of big-budget Bollywood action films. The industry has seen repeated setbacks where large investments do not guarantee blockbuster status. Analysts suggest that Bollywood filmmakers may need to rethink their strategies—balancing budgets, focusing on innovative content, and timing releases more carefully to avoid heavy competition.

For Hrithik Roshan, War 2 will serve as a reminder that star power alone cannot carry a film in today’s climate. While his charisma and action sequences were appreciated, the weak storyline overshadowed individual performances. Jr NTR, on the other hand, received praise from critics and fans, which may still strengthen his foothold in Bollywood despite the film’s overall failure.

Conclusion

War 2 may not have achieved the financial success YRF hoped for, but it has highlighted important lessons for the film industry. Budget control, unique storytelling, and strategic planning will be the deciding factors for future blockbusters. The failure of such a massive project also shows how unpredictable box office outcomes can be, even for the biggest stars and production houses.