Ayan Mukerji has always been considered one of Bollywood’s brightest directorial voices, and with War 2 racing past the Rs. 100 crore mark in just four days, he now has another box office triumph to his name. The highly anticipated action entertainer collected Rs. 120 crore during its extended opening weekend, making it Mukerji’s third film to enter the prestigious 100 crore club. Released on 14th August 2025, War 2 opened with a robust Rs. 28 crore, capitalized on the Independence Day holiday with a massive Rs. 45 crore on Friday, and though it dropped on Saturday (Rs. 24 crore) and Sunday (Rs. 23 crore), the film’s cumulative total ensured a comfortable passage into the century club. For Mukerji, who is celebrated for combining large-scale spectacle with emotional depth, this success further cements his standing as a filmmaker who delivers both grandeur and numbers.
According to the latest rankings, Rohit Shetty leads the directors’ 100 crore club with a staggering 10 entries, while Kabir Khan, Siddharth Anand, and Sanjay Leela Bhansali each have four. Rajkumar Hirani also boasts four blockbusters past the century mark, while directors like S.S. Rajamouli and Amar Kaushik have carved a niche with three each. With War 2, Ayan Mukerji joins this tier, marking his third 100 crore grosser after Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani (2013) and Brahmāstra: Part One – Shiva (2022).
Mukerji’s box office journey is particularly noteworthy because of the diversity of his successes. Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, a romantic drama featuring Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone, emerged as a cultural phenomenon with Rs. 188.57 crore, redefining youth-centric cinema for a generation. Nearly a decade later, Brahmāstra attempted to push Bollywood into the cinematic universe space, collecting Rs. 257.44 crore despite polarized reviews, and marking him as a filmmaker unafraid of ambitious storytelling. Now, with War 2, Mukerji steps into the action-thriller zone, delivering a spectacle-driven project that has opened to strong audience interest.
While Mukerji has only three films in the 100 crore club, his average stands at an impressive Rs. 188 crore per film, placing him alongside directors who are regarded as masters of consistency. For instance, Siddharth Anand, with four Rs. 100 crore films including the monumental Pathaan (Rs. 543.05 crore), leads the action genre, while Rajkumar Hirani’s unmatched record includes Sanju and PK.
Mukerji’s strength lies in his ability to create films that resonate deeply with audiences while still achieving scale. His versatility is evident — from the heartwarming nostalgia of YJHD to the VFX-heavy ambition of Brahmāstra and now the adrenaline rush of War 2. Each outing reflects a conscious attempt to push creative boundaries, a trait that sets him apart in an era where formulaic content often dominates.
With War 2 already proving to be a strong opener, industry experts expect it to continue building momentum in the coming weeks. If it sustains, the film could surpass Brahmāstra to become Mukerji’s highest grosser yet.
For now, War 2’s entry into the 100 crore club not only gives Ayan Mukerji his third big win but also reaffirms his place among Bollywood’s most exciting storytellers — a director who balances youthful energy, creative ambition, and box office pull with rare finesse.
Ayan Mukerji’s Rs. 100 cr Grossers till date:
Brahmastra – Part One: Shiva - Rs. 257.44 cr
Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani - Rs. 188.57 cr
War 2 - Rs. 120 cr
