Shraddha Kapoor shines as Stree 2 sets new records at Box Office

| Updated: 19 August, 2024 7:45 pm IST

NEW DELHI: Shraddha Kapoor has cemented her place as one of Bollywood’s top stars with the massive success of her latest film, Stree 2. The horror-comedy sequel has taken the Indian box office by storm, grossing an astonishing ₹172 crore within just three days of its release.

 Kapoor’s star power and the film’s unique blend of horror and comedy have struck a chord with audiences, setting a new benchmark for female-led films in Bollywood.

 

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Stree 2 debuted with a remarkable ₹64.8 crore, marking the highest opening for a female star this year. According to figures shared by Sacnilk.com, the film made approximately ₹46 crore on its opening day, with special premieres pushing the total to ₹54.25 crore before the official release day.

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 These record-breaking numbers reflect the overwhelming anticipation surrounding the film and Kapoor’s magnetic appeal.

Despite clashing with two major releases—Akshay Kumar’s Khel Khel Mein and John Abraham’s Vedaa—Stree 2 emerged as the clear box office winner. By the end of its third day in theatres, the film had collected an impressive ₹135.7 crore, further solidifying its place as one of the top-grossing films of the year.

Fans have flooded social media with praise for Kapoor’s performance, hailing her as a “box office queen.” Many have called Stree 2 a “paisa vasool” (worth every penny) experience, indicating that the film delivers on its promise of entertaining value.

 

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 Kapoor’s portrayal of her character in the sequel has added another hit to her already impressive track record, showcasing her ability to shine in a genre often dominated by male leads.

With the film’s global box office collection reaching ₹283 crore, Stree 2 has also garnered praise from Bollywood celebrities, including actress Bhumi Pednekar. Kapoor’s success with Stree 2 sets a high bar for future female-led projects in Indian cinema, proving that horror-comedy when done right, can captivate and entertain audiences on a massive scale.

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