Mumbai: The euphoria surrounding the box office sensation that is ‘Stree 2’ culminated in a grand celebration as the film’s team hosted a success bash. Leading stars Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao graced the event with their dazzling presence, marking the phenomenal performance of the film. Also in attendance were celebrated personalities like Nimrat Kaur and Anaita Shroff Adajania who shared glimpses of the evening on their respective social media accounts, adding to the festivity.
Anaita Shroff Adajania took to her Instagram handle to post a series of lively pictures capturing the vibrant atmosphere of the party. “Stepped out to celebrate the success of #Stree2. Let’s cheer them on!! Hugest congratulations to the team,” she captioned her post, showcasing shimmering images of Shraddha Kapoor and other prominent guests reveling in the film’s triumph.
This much-anticipated sequel, starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, faced tough competition at the box office, clashing with ‘Khel Khel Mein’ and ‘Vedaa’ on its Independence Day release. However, ‘Stree 2’ emerged victorious, solidifying its position as the foremost choice for cinema lovers, far outpacing its competition.
Nimrat Kaur also offered an inside look at the festivities through her Instagram feed, expressing her feelings about the event in heartfelt words. “LOVE BOMBING RED ALERT… #Stree2 has felt like a personal victory from the first day, first show I caught at the theatre. As a die-hard fan of this horror-comedy multiverse, here’s celebrating the loveliest, gorgeous super girl @shraddhakapoor, the forever perplexingly brilliant @rajkummar_rao, the man of the moment, director extraordinaire @amarkaushik, ethereally stunning @tamannaahspeaks, endlessly gifted @pankajtripathi ji, @nowitsabhi and @aparshakti_khurana and all the others whose blood, sweat, and tears have made this mammoth success possible,” she penned. She offered particular praise to producer Dinesh Vijan, calling him a “daredevil, champion visionary” and congratulated @maddockfilms for “creating history, shattering records!”
A pivotal figure in the film industry, trade analyst Taran Adarsh likened the film’s performance to natural phenomena, highlighting the unstoppable force it became. “Call it a STORM or a TSUNAMI or a TYPHOON… #Stree2 records a SENSATIONAL extended weekend. The two major #Hindi films that released alongside it [#KhelKhelMein, #Vedaa] were severely impacted by the #Stree2 wave. #Stree2 has hit a DOUBLE CENTURY [Rs 200 cr NBOC] in just 4 days, a feat accomplished by only a select few #Hindi biggies in the past..
.. A HISTORIC feat for a mid-sized film,” he wrote, detailing the astounding figures. Continuing, Adarsh stated, “#Stree2 hit the ball out of the stadium on Day 4 [Sun], creating HAVOC by surpassing its Day 1 [Thu] numbers [#IndependenceDay]. It only goes to prove once again that a well-made desi entertainer will always be embraced by the audiences. Expect another big, fat total today [#RakshaBandhan partial holiday].”
According to Adarsh’s detailed statistics, ‘Stree 2’ earned Rs 204 crore in India alone within the first five days of its release, smashing records and setting new benchmarks for a mid-sized film. The day-wise breakdown of the film’s earnings presented staggering numbers: Wed previews at Rs 9.40 crore, Thu at Rs 55.40 crore, Fri at Rs 35.30 crore, Sat at Rs 45.70 crore, and Sun at Rs 58.20 crore. The total amounted to an impressive Rs 204 crore, a true testament to the film’s mass appeal and solid execution.
Directed by Amar Kaushik, the film boasts a special cameo by popular actor Varun Dhawan, aligning a star-studded cast to elevate the project. The original ‘Stree’ was released in 2018 and declared a hit, setting high expectations for this successful sequel. The sequel officially hit theaters on August 15, further captivating audiences with its unique blend of horror and comedy.
The movie industry continues to buzz with excitement as ‘Stree 2’ propels forward, shattering records and enjoying widespread acclaim. Fans, critics, and the stars themselves are toasting to the film’s success, which has set an exemplary standard for mid-sized films in the future. Anchored by outstanding performances from Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao and guided by Amar Kaushik’s visionary direction, ‘Stree 2’ truly stands tall as a cinematic marvel.
As the box office numbers soar and the film garners even more attention, ‘Stree 2’ reaffirms its position as a modern-day blockbuster, embraced wholeheartedly by audiences across the nation. Here’s looking forward to more such enthralling adventures from the ‘Stree’ universe, echoing the sentiments of all the fans and industry stalwarts who have contributed to this historic feat.
