The excitement surrounding War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR, and Kiara Advani, is palpable as its advance booking opened on August 10, 2025, ahead of its August 14 release. As part of Yash Raj Films' Spy Universe, this high-octane action sequel has already generated massive buzz, with its trailer and teaser fueling anticipation. However, the first 24-hour advance booking figures at national cinema chains (PVR, INOX, and Cinepolis) have sparked curiosity about whether War 2 can compete with the likes of Jawan, Pathaan, and other Bollywood blockbusters.
According to early reports, War 2 has sold 22,500 tickets in the first 24 hours at national chains. While this is a promising start, it trails behind the record-breaking performances of other major Hindi films in recent years. Here's how War 2's 24-hour advance booking stacks up against the top performers:
- Jawan: 155,000 tickets
- Pathaan: 117,000 tickets
- Pushpa 2: The Rule (Hindi): 95,000 tickets
- Tiger 3: 65,000 tickets
- Animal: 52,500 tickets
- Dunki: 42,000 tickets
- Stree 2: 41,000 tickets
Jawan holds the top spot with an impressive 155,000 tickets sold in its first 24 hours, driven by Shah Rukh Khan’s star power and the film’s pan-India appeal. Pathaan, another Shah Rukh Khan starrer, follows closely with 117,000 tickets, while Pushpa 2: The Rule (Hindi) secured a strong 95,000 tickets, reflecting Allu Arjun’s massive following. War 2’s 22,500 tickets, while modest in comparison, come with 3-4 days left for advance bookings to gain momentum, and the film’s multi-language release (Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil) could boost its numbers significantly.
The initial 24-hour figure for War 2 suggests a slower start than expected, given its ₹400 crore budget and the hype surrounding the Hrithik Roshan-Jr. NTR face-off.
