War 2 Box Office Run Slows Abroad as It Misses Century Mark Overseas

When War 2 lifted off at the box office, it soared domestically—crushing the ₹200 crore mark within its first week. However, the overseas response has whetted expectations less than hoped. Though the film crossed ₹75 crore internationally early on, it hasn’t cleared the $100 million (₹830 crore) milestone, a benchmark often used to signal major global popularity for Indian action films.

Day-Wise Overseas Glance

Here’s how War 2 has fared abroad since release:

• Opening Weekend: Crossed ₹40–45 crore overseas—boosted by strong premieres in North America and key overseas markets.

• Mid-Run: Reached around ₹68 crore in the first seven days—a moderate pace compared to other recent spy-entertainment films.

• Second Weekend: Crossed ₹75 crore overseas, fending off competition from other Bollywood releases abroad.

Despite surpassing some past titles in the Spy Universe, War 2 hasn’t produced the explosive global surge that franchises like Pathaan achieved.

Reality Check: Budget, Reach, and the Overseas Gap

With a production budget pegged close to ₹325 cr, like previous franchise entries, War 2 needed robust global earnings to become truly profitable. While home numbers look solid, the overseas dip may lead the film to fall short of the profit zone that prequels largely enjoyed.

Where War 2 Stands in the Spy Universe

Still, it remains a strong performer—currently ranking as one of the top grossers of 2025, and a top five film in the Spy Universe. Yet, relative to peaks set by megahits like Pathaan, it’s clear War 2 is operating on a more tempered scale.

Final Thought

War 2 captures attention with action and star power. But when the numbers don’t follow overseas, it underscores how global success in today’s world demands more than spectacle—it needs sustained, wide-ranging appeal. Among India’s Spy Universe entries, War 2 remains significant, even if it didn’t dominate the global box office stage.