“Stree 2,” the highly anticipated sequel to the 2018 hit “Stree,” has made a strong impact both critically and commercially since its release on August 15, 2024. Starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, the film opened with a record-breaking ₹83.48 crore, marking the highest opening day for a Hindi film in 2024. It also set the second-highest opening day record for a Hindi film ever, just behind “Jawan.” As of August 17, the film has grossed ₹172.14 crore in India and ₹26.86 crore internationally, bringing its worldwide collection to an estimated ₹199 crore (India Today) (Wikipedia).
Critics have had mixed reactions to “Stree 2.” While some praised the performances of Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor, others felt that the film didn’t quite capture the fresh, nuanced commentary that made the original a success. Despite this, the film’s strong box office performance suggests that it has resonated well with audiences (Wikipedia).
“Stree 2” was made on a budget of over ₹50 crore, making it a mid-budget film by Bollywood standards. Given its impressive early box office figures, it’s well on its way to becoming a hit. The film needs to earn at least ₹65-70 crore domestically to be considered a success, a target it is expected to surpass with ease (FilmiBeat).
The film’s success is also attributed to its strategic release during the Independence Day weekend, which has significantly boosted its earnings. With positive word-of-mouth and high audience interest, “Stree 2” is poised to continue its winning streak at the box office in the coming weeks (India Today) (FilmiBeat).