Sunny Deol’s Gadar 2 has crossed Rs 200 crore at the box office in just five days since its release. As per early estimates of industry tracker Sacnilk, the film registered its biggest single-day haul yet on Independence Day with Rs 55 crore.
The film made Rs 40 crore on day one, Rs 43 crore on day two, Rs 51 crore on day three, Rs 38 crore on day 4, and Rs 55 crore on day five, for a combined net total of Rs 229 crore in India.
Directed by Anil Sharma, the film is a sequel to Deol's 2001 blockbuster Gadar: Ek Prem Katha. The actor has reprised his iconic role of Tara Singh in the film which released in theatres on August 11.
In a press note, the makers said Gadar 2 has shattered "records and emerged as an unprecedented cinematic triumph, setting a new benchmark" in Indian cinema.
"With an astounding footfall of over 1.55 crores patrons in just the first 5 days, Gadar 2 has achieved a milestone as the biggest non-solo release of all time. The numbers speak volumes, with a staggering net collection of Rs 55.40 crore achieved just yesterday, contributing to an impressive total net collection of Rs 228.98 crore," the note read.
Produced by Zee Studios, the movie also features Ameesha Patel returning as Sakeena and Ukarsh Sharma as Charanjeet.
Gadar 2 is set in 1971 and follows Tara Singh's journey to Pakistan to rescue his son, Charanjeet Singh from the Pakistani Army. The original was set during the Partition.
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