Stree 2 Release and Review Live Updates: Shraddha Kapoor, Rajkumar Rao starrer Stree 2 released in theatres on August 15 and is being loved by the audience. The film is expected to open at Rs 40 cr at the box office.
Stree 2 Release and Review: Live Updates
Stree 2, featuring Shraddha Kapoor, Rajkummar Rao, Pankaj Tripathi, Aparshakti Khurana, and Abhishek Banerjee, made its theatrical debut on Independence Day, August 15th. The film also held a few preview shows on Wednesday, which received positive feedback, with viewers praising it as a complete entertainment package.
Box Office Performance:
Stree 2’s performance at the box office is already setting records and continues to gain momentum as Independence Day progresses. The film is poised to become the year’s biggest box office opener, with projections indicating that it could surpass ₹40 crore on its opening day. According to industry tracker Sacnilk, Stree 2 has already grossed over ₹23 crore. The film is expected to benefit from an extended weekend, stretching through to Monday, a public holiday for Raksha Bandhan.
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The Original Stree:
The first Stree film, which was released in 2018, was a horror-comedy that captivated audiences. Directed by Amar Kaushik, the story was set in the town of Chanderi, where a spirit abducts men. The lore of Stree involved locals writing “O Stree Kal Aana” on their walls to ward off the spirit.
The Sequel:
Stree 2 picks up where the original film left off. This time, the residents of Chanderi unite with Shraddha Kapoor’s enigmatic character to confront another ghost known as ‘Sarkata.’ The original cast, including Rajkummar Rao, Aparshakti Khurana, and Abhishek Banerjee, returns, alongside Pankaj Tripathi’s character Rudra.
Competition:
Stree 2 faces competition from John Abraham’s Vedaa and Akshay Kumar’s Khel Khel Mein, but neither has generated significant buzz. Stree 2 is relying on its loyal fanbase to become the biggest hit of the year, with expectations that it could surpass ₹100 crore within the first few days.
Live Updates:
- 09:29 (IST), 15 Aug 2024: Shubhra Gupta of The Indian Express reviewed Stree 2, awarding it 2.5 stars. She noted that while the film maintains a light and silly tone, it struggles with pacing and includes some objectionable scenes.
- 09:10 (IST), 15 Aug 2024: At a promotional event, Rajkummar Rao expressed confidence in Stree 2, describing it as a film full of surprises. He credited the first Stree film for boosting their careers and hopes the sequel will have a similar impact.
- 09:00 (IST), 15 Aug 2024: A social media user praised Shraddha Kapoor’s performance, calling her the standout in Stree 2.
- 08:58 (IST), 15 Aug 2024: As Stree 2 continues to dominate advance bookings, Akshay Kumar’s Khel Khel Mein and John Abraham’s Vedaa are lagging far behind, with significantly lower earnings.
- 08:31 (IST), 15 Aug 2024: Stree 2 is expected to outshine South Indian films like Mr. Bachchan and Thangalaan, thanks to its massive opening.
- 08:17 (IST), 15 Aug 2024: Stree 2 has already earned over ₹23 crore from advance bookings, setting the stage for a box office tsunami.
- 08:14 (IST), 15 Aug 2024: A Twitter review hailed Stree 2 as the best film of the year.
- 08:12 (IST), 15 Aug 2024: The Stree 2 team has urged viewers to avoid sharing spoilers, especially regarding star-studded cameos.
- 08:10 (IST), 15 Aug 2024: Trade analyst Taran Adarsh praised Stree 2 as a fantastic follow-up to the original, highlighting the perfect blend of humour, horror, and music. He also commended the performances of the main cast, including Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao.
Pre-Release Buzz:
- 21:47 (IST), 14 Aug 2024: Rajkummar Rao reflected on how the first Stree film boosted their careers, expressing hope that Stree 2 will do the same.
- 21:26 (IST), 14 Aug 2024: Producer Jyoti Deshpande commented on Stree 2’s clash with Khel Khel Mein, emphasising the competition due to limited release windows.
- 21:05 (IST), 14 Aug 2024: Abhishek Banerjee shared how his friendship with co-stars Rajkummar Rao and Aparshakti Khurana enhanced their performances in the film.
- 19:59 (IST), 14 Aug 2024: Trade expert Atul Mohan predicted that Stree 2 would have a landslide win over its competition.
Advance Bookings and Shows:
- 19:37 (IST), 14 Aug 2024: Stree 2 is scheduled for 1,239 shows in the Delhi-NCR region on opening day, with ₹3.5 crore already collected from advance ticket sales.
- 19:24 (IST), 14 Aug 2024: Stree 2 will have over 11,540 shows on its opening day, making it a significant release.
- 18:58 (IST), 14 Aug 2024: Rajkummar Rao shared a supernatural experience from the set of Stree 2, recalling an incident where a crew member felt pushed after ignoring a local superstition.
- 18:28 (IST), 14 Aug 2024: Rajkummar Rao revealed that his first salary was ₹300, earned from giving dance classes, which he used to buy groceries.
- 17:57 (IST), 14 Aug 2024: Stree 2 has received a U/A certification, with a runtime of 2 hours and 29 minutes.
