Mumbai’s Theatrical Buzz: ‘Gadar 2’ and ‘OMG 2’ Make Waves | Jailer Box Office Collection
Gadar 2: A Resounding Return
After a hiatus of 22 years since the release of the original ‘Gadar,’ directed by Anil Sharma, the much-anticipated sequel, ‘Gadar 2,’ has finally graced the silver screen on August 11. The fervor among fans to witness this sequel has reached a fever pitch, resulting in sold-out shows across theaters. Sunny Deol’s portrayal in the film has ignited excitement among fans, leading to enthusiastic applause and vocal appreciation for the movie’s dialogues.
Notably, the audience’s connection with the film extends beyond mere cinematic enjoyment. The crowds have been passionately chanting ‘Hindustan Zindabad’ (Long Live India), underscoring the patriotic spirit that the film encapsulates. The enthusiastic reception from the audience has translated into exceptional box office numbers, marking a triumphant opening for ‘Gadar 2.’ Early trends reported by Sacnilk indicate an impressive opening collection of Rs 40 crore at the box office. The film boasts a star-studded cast, including Sunny Deol, Ameesha Patel, Utkarsh Sharma, Manish Randhawa, Simrat Kaur, and Gaurav Chopra.
‘OMG 2’: Akshay Kumar’s Divine Act
Coinciding with the release of ‘Gadar 2’ is the much-anticipated ‘OMG 2,’ starring Akshay Kumar and directed by Amit Roy. This film presents an intriguing blend of mythos and drama, with Akshay Kumar portraying Lord Shiva’s messenger. Alongside Akshay Kumar, the movie features stellar performances by Pankaj Tripathi, Yami Gautam, Arun Govil, Pawan Malhotra, and Govind Namdev. Despite the excitement surrounding ‘OMG 2,’ it has trailed ‘Gadar 2’ in its initial day’s performance. According to Sacnilk’s early trends, ‘OMG 2’ has debuted with an opening collection of Rs 9.50 crore at the box office.
‘Jailor’: Rajinikanth’s Strong Debut
While the spotlight remains on the two sequels, South Superstar Rajinikanth’s film ‘Jailor’ has also emerged as a box office contender. The film made an impressive debut, raking in Rs 48.35 crore on its first day. The momentum carried into the second day, as per early trends reported by Sacnilk, with the film accumulating a substantial Rs 27 crore from various languages. This brings ‘Jailor’s total collection to an impressive Rs 75.35 crore.
As the weekend unfolds, the performance of these three films will be closely watched by enthusiasts and critics alike. With their unique narratives and star-studded casts, ‘Gadar 2,’ ‘OMG 2,’ and ‘Jailor’ promise an exciting cinematic experience for audiences and have the potential to rewrite box office records.