Stree 2, the sequel to the 2018 hit Stree, has taken the box office by storm, raking in over ₹125 crore worldwide within just two days of its release.
Directed by Amar Kaushik, the horror-comedy continues to captivate audiences both in India and abroad, with significant earnings reported from international markets.
According to Sacnilk.com, Stree 2 amassed ₹125.05 crore globally, with ₹15 crore coming from overseas collections.
The film, starring Shraddha Kapoor and RajKummar Rao in lead roles, opened in Indian theatres on August 15 to an overwhelmingly positive response from viewers.
The sequel benefits from its star-studded cast, including special appearances by Akshay Kumar and Varun Dhawan, and the return of popular actors Pankaj Tripathi, Aparshakti Khurana, and Abhishek Banerjee.
Despite facing stiff competition from Khel Khel Mein and Vedaa at the box office, Stree 2 has managed to hold its ground, drawing large crowds to theatres.
Critical reception has also been favorable. The Hindustan Times praised the film's pacing, credited to Niren Bhatt, who handled the story, screenplay, and dialogues.
"The first half is excellent, with a steady stream of jokes that keep the audience engaged. The film is naughty, original, and exactly what viewers expect," the review noted.
RajKummar Rao’s performance has been singled out as a highlight, with critics lauding his versatility.
"He gets it all so correct that you forget for a moment that he’s the same guy who played vastly different roles earlier this year," the review added.
The film has also garnered attention from industry peers. Actor and politician Kangana Ranaut recently took to Instagram to congratulate the Stree 2 team.
She praised director Amar Kaushik for his role in the film's success, stressing on the importance of recognising and appreciating directors in the Indian film industry.
"Movie Stree has shattered all records. Congratulations to the entire team, but the real hero of a film is the director," Kangana wrote.
She urged fans to learn more about directors and their work, highlighting the need for greater appreciation of their contributions to cinema.
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