Stree 2, the horror-comedy sequel starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao has taken the box office by storm. Released on August 15, 2024, the film has quickly become a massive hit. Within just the first seven days, it crossed the Rs 400 crore mark globally, making it the fastest Bollywood film to do so. This remarkable achievement surpasses previous records held by big-budget films like Jawan, Animal, and Pathaan.
The movie, produced by Maddock Films and directed by Amar Kaushik, opened to an impressive Rs 51.8 crore on its first day. The film’s momentum continued, with collections peaking on the first Sunday at Rs 55.9 crore. As of its eighth day, the movie’s total earnings stood at Rs 401 crore worldwide, with Rs 342 crore coming from India alone.
Stree 2 not only broke records but also proved a significant point in Bollywood. It highlighted that strong content can be more powerful than star-studded casts or extravagant budgets. Despite being made on a modest budget of Rs 50 crore, the film’s success has surprised many industry insiders. The previous film in the series, Stree, was also well-received, but Stree 2 has far exceeded expectations.
The film features an ensemble cast, including Rajkummar Rao, Shraddha Kapoor, Abhishek Banerjee, Pankaj Tripathi, and Aparshakti Khurana, all of whom have delivered strong performances. The engaging storyline, combined with solid direction and production, contributed significantly to its success.
This film’s success serves as a reminder to Bollywood that quality content is key to winning over audiences. Stree 2 is now not just a hit, but a game-changer proving that films with innovative stories and good direction can achieve monumental success regardless of their budget or the star power involved.
