Raid 2 Box Office Collection Day 4: Ajay Devgn's Film Crosses Rs 70 Crore

Ajay Devgn's film Raid 2 has achieved a remarkable milestone, crossing the Rs 70 crore mark in its first four days of release, outperforming contemporaries like Kesari 2, Jaat, and Sikandar, with a total domestic collection of Rs 70.75 crore.

The film's success can be attributed to its positive word-of-mouth and favorable reviews, with many moviegoers flocking to theaters to catch the action. Raid 2 has also surpassed its predecessor Raid in terms of opening weekend collection, minting Rs 39.50 crore compared to Raid's Rs 30.97 crore. With a strong occupancy rate, the film is eyeing to cross the coveted Rs 100 crore mark.

The film's success highlights the enduring appeal of sequels and franchises in the Hindi film industry. Devgn's recent box office openers reveal a trend where sequels and franchise films consistently outperform his standalone projects. His top post-pandemic openers are almost exclusively sequels, indicating the commercial advantage of tapping into existing fan bases and narrative universes.

Ajay Devgn's versatility in genre-hopping and franchise film commitments has contributed to his success. His future lineup includes a slew of sequels, including De De Pyaar De 2, Son of Sardaar 2, Dhamaal 4, Drishyam 3, and Golmaal 5, solidifying his position as a key figure in the "sequel economy." The success of Raid 2 demonstrates that audiences remain invested in familiar worlds, and the trend of building cinematic universes or recurring franchises is likely to continue.

As Raid 2 continues its successful theatrical run, it faces competition from Bhool Chuk Maaf, releasing on May 9. However, with its current momentum, the film is poised to become one of the highest-grossing films of the year, cementing Ajay Devgn's position as a leading figure in the Hindi film industry.