This Independence Day weekend witnessed a massive cinematic showdown between two biggies – War 2 and Coolie. Both were released on August 14, 2025, amidst high expectations, and audiences were excited to catch both movies in cinemas.
Unexpectedly, both the movies received mixed reactions, with neither standing tall or clearly superior at the box office. However, audiences made their choices.
By the end of three days, the Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR-starrer spy action saga War 2 made around Rs. 210 crore gross, which is somewhat disappointing. Meanwhile, Rajinikanth’s Coolie is slaying with Rs. 325 crore and more gross at the global box office.
In ticket sales, both at the Indian and global box office, Coolie outshines War 2, even though it also received mixed reviews. War 2 lags behind by around Rs. 100 crore, despite being a YRF banner release.
Trade analysts expect Sunday collections to improve over Saturday, while Monday will pose the biggest test for both films.
