Two of the most anticipated releases of the year—Coolie and War 2—went head-to-head at the theatres last week. Though the excitement was palpable leading up to the film's debuts, it quickly died down as both action flicks failed to meet expectations.
Coolie, according to industry tracker Sacnilk, minted Rs 216 crore after six days of theatrical run. However, War 2 is yet to join the 200 crore club as the struggling film currently stands at Rs 193.5 crore. While both films started strong, Coolie and War 2 earning Rs 65 crore and Rs 52 crore on opening day, they collected equal figures on Tuesday—Rs 9 crore.
Wednesday morning collections, the seventh day of theatrical run, project that Coolie will mint and additional Rs 1.34 crore, while War 2 earns Rs 1.1 crore.
About ‘Coolie’
Coolie follows an ex-gangster and gold-smuggler, Deva, who reunites with his former team to reclaim an empire he once helmed. But the task at hand is far from easy, as gangster Dayal controls the portside coolies. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, the film features Rajinikanth, Nagarjuna, Soubin Shahir, Upendra, Shruti Haasan, Sathyaraj, and Aamir Khan.
About ‘War 2’
The next instalment of the YRF Universe and a sequel to War, the film follows Kabir Dhaliwal, a once-trusted Indian intelligence agent turned rogue. To neutralise him, the government sends elite Special Units Officer Vikram, known for his tactical precision. Directed by Ayan Mukerji, the film stars Hrithik Roshan, N. T. Rama Rao Jr., Kiara Advani, Ashutosh Rana, and Anil Kapoor.