Released yesterday across 4000 screens, War has lived up to all expectations by amassing an outstanding opening day collection of Rs. 53.35 cr and making history in the process. This Hrithik Roshan – Tiger Shroff starrer, produced by Yash Raj Films, was one of the most anticipated releases of 2019; that is why no effort was spared when it came to its promotion. Consequently, advance bookings opened five days prior to the film’s release creating a buzz around it which culminated with its monumental success at the box office. Here at Bollywood Hungama we delve deeper into some of these records set by War with its incredible first-day haul.
On its very first day of release, War made history by grossing an impressive Rs. 53.35 cr and emerging as the biggest one–day grosser ever in the Hindi film industry!
Breaking all records, War has become the highest-grossing original film in Hindi cinema to have debuted on Day 1 – despite not being a sequel or spin-off of an existing property. This is a huge achievement for the movie, especially when compared to the immense popularity of its predecessor, Baahubali 2 – The Conclusion, which already had legions of fans prior to its release.
Filmmakers often look to capitalise on the potential of a holiday release when planning box office success. For War, it turned out that Gandhi Jayanti was an ideal choice as the star–studded movie grossed an unprecedented Rs. 53.35 crore, becoming the most successful Gandhi Jayanti film launch ever seen! Hrithik Roshan and Tiger Shroff’s pairing only served to heighten this spectacular feat.
On its opening day, War shattered YRF’s record with an astonishing collection of Rs. 53.35 cr – outperforming Aamir Khan–starrer Thugs of Hindostan’s collections (Rs. 52.25 cr). With this victory, War is now the biggest opener in the history of Yash Raj Films to date.
