Sunny Deol and Akshay Kumar smash records! See how Gadar 2 and OMG 2 set Box Office ablaze
In a cinematic tidal wave, Sunny Deol’s ‘Gadar 2’ is making waves, hurtling past the Rs 283 crore mark in just a week, according to the trusted trade portal, Sacnilk. Hot on its heels, ‘OMG 2’, featuring megastar Akshay Kumar, is gearing up to dazzle as it approaches the Rs 100 crore milestone.
Directed by the visionary Anil Sharma, ‘Gadar 2’ exploded on the box office scene with a staggering Rs 40.10 crore on its debut, and has consistently delivered smashing numbers. With an impressive Rs 17 crore projected for Day 8, the film is set to break the Rs 300 crore ceiling, an unprecedented feat in modern cinema.
But the competition isn’t lagging far behind. ‘OMG 2’, a satirical masterpiece by Amit Rai, garnered an outstanding Rs 84.72 crore in a week, with each day’s collection testifying to its magnetic pull among cinema enthusiasts.
In a thrilling turn of events, the Producers Guild of India (PGI) and the Multiplex Association of India (MAI) declared August 11-13 as the “busiest single weekend” post-pandemic, with ‘Gadar 2’ and ‘OMG 2’ collectively raking in a jaw-dropping Rs 177.99 crore!
With hearts full of gratitude, Akshay Kumar took to X (previously Twitter) to express his appreciation. Using the trending hashtag #OhMyGadar, the actor thanked fans for making this “the greatest week in Indian Film History”, reflecting the collective blockbuster success of both sequels.
‘Gadar 2’, a sequel to the iconic 2001 hit “Gadar: Ek Prem Katha”, transports viewers to 1971, tracing Tara Singh’s perilous journey to Pakistan, aiming to save his son from the clutches of the Pakistani Army. Featuring an ensemble cast including Sunny Deol, Ameesha Patel, and Utkarsh Sharma, the film is a cinematic experience not to be missed.
Meanwhile, ‘OMG 2’ throws light on contemporary societal issues, blending humor with profound insights. With Pankaj Tripathi and Akshay Kumar at the helm, the film delves deep into teenage dilemmas and underscores the importance of sex education, resonating with audiences far and wide.