By Mixed Reception for ‘Indian 2’: Fans Disappointed with Shankar’s Outdated Screenplay
After completing its first week in theaters, the eagerly anticipated sequel ‘Indian 2‘, helmed by director Shankar and starring Kamal Haasan, showcased a mixed performance. By the seventh day, the film witnessed a notable decline in box office earnings. Early estimates from Sacnilk suggest that the pan-India production grossed approximately Rs 2 crore on its seventh day across all languages, bringing its total India collection to Rs 70.45 crore. Despite significant pre-release buzz, the film delivered an average performance, registering an overall 11.75% occupancy in Tamil Nadu on Thursday, July 18, 2024.
- Directorial Legacy: Shankar’s follow-up to the 1996 hit ‘Indian’.
- Return of Kamal Haasan: Reprises iconic role as Senapathy.
- Star-Studded Cast: Includes Siddharth, Bobby Simha, Rakul Preet Singh, Vivek, Nedumudi Venu, and Gulshan Grover.
- Musical Score: Composed by Anirudh Ravichander.
- Critical Response: Mixed reviews, with criticism aimed at Shankar’s screenplay for feeling outdated despite high expectations.
Despite its release in multiple languages across India, ‘Indian 2’ faced challenges in making a substantial impact at the box office. While initial excitement surrounded its release, the film failed to maintain momentum throughout the week, experiencing a significant decline in audience turnout by the seventh day. Opening with Rs 25 crore on day one, followed by Rs 18 crore and Rs 15.35 crore on the second and third days respectively, ‘Indian 2’ has struggled to achieve double-digit figures at the box office since its opening weekend.
