The long-awaited films of popular actors, Akshay Kumar's 'OMG 2' and Sunny Deol's 'Gadar 2,' have finally made their way to the theaters on August 11th. The third-day box office figures have been unveiled, revealing that 'Gadar 2' has exceeded expectations, while 'OMG 2' is encountering some challenges.
Sunny Deol's 'Gadar 2':
According to a report from Sacnilk.com, 'Gadar 2' amassed an approximate net collection of 52 crore rupees within India on its third day, though official data is still pending. This achievement marked the second-highest collection for a Bollywood film on a Sunday, making it a remarkable milestone. The film's opening weekend was exceptional, raking in around 135 crores net, securing the second-highest position of all time.
Notably, 'Gadar 2,' starring Sunny Deol and Ameesha Patel, arrives 23 years after its predecessor 'Gadar: Ek Prem Katha,' a romantic-action drama set against the backdrop of India's partition. The original movie had made history at the box office upon its release in 2001.
Akshay Kumar's 'OMG 2':
Early assessments from Sacnilk.com indicate that 'OMG 2' garnered a net collection of approximately 17.50 crores on its third day within India. The movie's third opening weekend brought in a net total of 43.50 crores. This cinematic offering, serving as a sequel to the previous film starring Paresh Rawal and Akshay Kumar, was released in theaters to engage audiences once again.
In summary, the release of these highly anticipated films has captured the attention of cinema enthusiasts, with 'Gadar 2' marking significant success and 'OMG 2' grappling with certain challenges in the box office arena.