Certain films etch themselves into the memories of audiences, not only for their gripping narratives but also for their unparalleled box office success. One such film that has captivated the nation and taken the film industry by storm is Gadar 2. Directed by Anil Sharma the film, which takes the story of 2001 Sunny Deol – Ameesha Patel starrer Gadar – Ek Prem Katha forward hit screens last week on Friday. With rave reviews and positive audience feedback, since its release Gadar 2 has been seeing its collections grow at an exponential rate.
After fast crossing the Rs. 100 cr and Rs. 200 cr mark, Gadar 2 has now managed to cross the Rs. 300 cr mark. Collecting Rs. 305.13 cr in just 8 days, the film has now emerged as the second movie of 2023 after the Shah Rukh Khan starrer Pathaan, which took 6 days to enter the highly exclusive Rs. 300 Crore Club. This monumental achievement has not only solidified the film's status as a blockbuster but also underlined the enduring power of storytelling and the emotional connection that films can forge with audiences.
As this cinematic saga continues to inspire, trade predictions state that the business of the film will see a spurt in collections over its second weekend. In fact, early estimates claim that Gadar 2 could see a further 40 cr coming in over its second Saturday and Sunday running, taking its overall collections closer to the Rs. 350 cr mark by the end of its second weekend.
Fastest Rs. 300 cr grossers of 2023 at a glance:
Pathaan – 6 days
Gadar 2 – 8 days
