Mumbai: Son Of Sardaar 2, featuring Ajay Devgn and Mrunal Thakur, opened to a lacklustre start at the Indian box office on its first day. Despite being a sequel to the successful 2012 comedy Son Of Sardaar, the film underperformed, registering just ₹8 crore net on Day 1 — the lowest among Ajay Devgn’s post-COVID sequels.
Mixed Reviews and Low Buzz Impact Opening
Directed by Vijay Kumar Arora, the film released on August 1 and received mixed to negative reviews from critics. Audiences too gave it a lukewarm response, with many citing the absence of genuine humour that made the first film a hit.
Pre-release promotions failed to generate buzz, and the film struggled with just 23% occupancy throughout the day. Night shows marginally boosted collections, preventing a worse outcome.
Tough Competition at the Box Office
Son Of Sardaar 2 faced stiff competition from Dhadak 2, Saiyaara, and Mahavatar Narsimha, all of which continued to pull in audiences across the Hindi-speaking belt. With these titles occupying screens and strong word-of-mouth for some of them, Son Of Sardaar 2’s weekend prospects remain uncertain.
Comparison With Ajay Devgn’s Post-COVID Sequels
Despite high expectations, the sequel’s performance is underwhelming compared to Ajay Devgn’s recent franchise entries:
Ajay Devgn’s Post-COVID Sequel Day 1 Collections:
- Raid 2 – ₹19.71 crore
- Drishyam 2 – ₹15.38 crore
- Son Of Sardaar 2 – ₹8 crore
| Movie Title | Release Year | Day 1 Collection (₹ Crores) | Opening Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raid 2 | 2025 | ₹19.71 Cr | Strong |
| Drishyam 2 | 2022 | ₹15.38 Cr | Impressive |
| Son Of Sardaar 2 | 2025 | ₹8.00 Cr | Underwhelming |
Son Of Sardaar 2 was initially projected to open around ₹15 crore, but the underwhelming response to its promotional content contributed to its poor debut.
With a disappointing start, all eyes are now on the weekend trend. If the film shows growth on Saturday and Sunday, it might recover some ground. However, with competition intensifying and word-of-mouth being mixed, the road ahead looks tough for this family entertainer.
Stay tuned for further updates on Son Of Sardaar 2’s box office journey.
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