Coolie Tops War 2 at Box Office as Spy Universe Faces Questions

Two high profile releases, War 2 and Coolie, squared off at the box office with contrasting early results as the extended Independence Day weekend faded into a slower weekday pace. Coolie, led by Rajinikanth, has continued to hold the lead in domestic markets and has delivered a robust global tally, while War 2 has faced a steadier decline after a blockbuster opening, raising questions about its long term trajectory.

In India, Coolie established a dominant weekend and extended its momentum into the second week. By the end of the first week it had surpassed the 200 crore mark domestically and continued to post strong numbers through the second weekend, with steady weekday performances that kept its total well ahead of War 2 in several regions. Tamil Nadu remains a stronghold for Coolie, reflecting Rajinikanth’s enduring appeal, while the Hindi and other language versions contributed to a broad pan Indian footprint. In contrast War 2 has shown stronger form in North India and certain regional pockets, but its overall domestic lift has slowed considerably after the opening burst. By mid week, War 2’s India net was hovering around the 200 crore level, with daily figures trending...