Kamal Haasan’s Indian 2 surpasses expectations! Massive earnings on Day 9 revealed

Kamal Haasan’s highly anticipated film “Indian 2” witnessed a noticeable growth in its earnings on its second Saturday. According to Sacnilk.com, the film has garnered over ₹73 crore in India since its release. The movie, a sequel to the 1996 classic, opened to mixed reviews on July 12 but continues to draw audiences to the theaters.

On the ninth day, “Indian 2” earned an impressive ₹2 crore nett in India across all languages. This brings the total collection to ₹73.70 crore. Breaking down the figures, the film’s earnings in week one totaled ₹70.4 crore, with Tamil contributing ₹48.7 crore, Hindi ₹5.4 crore, and Telugu ₹16.3 crore. The eighth-day earnings stood at ₹1.3 crore, split into ₹92 lakh for Tamil, ₹3 lakh for Hindi, and ₹35 lakh for Telugu.

“Indian 2” stars Kamal Haasan as Senapathy, affectionately known as ‘Indian Thatha,’ who combats corruption using the ancient Indian martial art ‘varma kalai.’ Directed by S Shankar, the film also features prominent actors Kajal Aggarwal, Siddharth, and Rakul Preet Singh. It is produced by Lyca Productions and Red Giant Movies.

In a recent move to enhance viewer experience, the runtime of “Indian 2” was reduced by 12 minutes. The original duration of 180 minutes has been trimmed down to offer a more streamlined edition. Lyca Productions announced this update on their official X page, inviting audiences to enjoy the crisper version in cinemas.

From an industry perspective, the sustained box office performance of “Indian 2” reflects the enduring appeal of Kamal Haasan and the effective promotional strategies employed by Lyca Productions and Red Giant Movies. The mixed reviews have not deterred the film’s target audience, demonstrating the strong fan base and the significance of nostalgic value attached to the sequel.

The impressive box office performance of “Indian 2” on its ninth day highlights the film’s resilience and Kamal Haasan’s star power. Despite mixed reviews, the movie has managed to captivate audiences, showcasing the strategic execution of its production and promotional campaigns. As the film continues its run in theaters, it remains a significant player in the Indian cinema landscape.