The Malayalam coming-of-age comedy drama 'Vaazha 2: Biopic of a Billion Bros', starring Hashir, has turned into a historic blockbuster. The film is rewriting box office records in Kerala and has surpassed the previous benchmark set by 'Lokah: Chapter 1 – Chandra' starring Kalyani Priyadarshan.
Record-Breaking Run in Kerala
The film's performance in Kerala has been exceptional. It has steadily climbed the charts since its release. According to Sacnilk, 'Vaazha 2' has collected Rs 140.25 crore in India gross within 26 days. Its India net collection currently stands at Rs 121.35 crore. The third week collections show the comedy film’s consistency, earning Rs 17.45 crore during the week. On day 23 (fourth Friday), it collected Rs 1.95 crore. The numbers rose to Rs 2.50 crore on day 24 (fourth Saturday). On day 25 (fourth Sunday), the film recorded Rs 3.05 crore.
Language-Wise Contribution and Storyline
The Malayalam version dominates the earnings with Rs 118.60 crore, while the Telugu version contributed Rs 2.75 crore. Savin SA's directorial follows four friends labelled as troublemakers. They face increasing social pressure and begin a journey of self-discovery. Over time, they learn to take responsibility and find success on their own terms. The Hashir starrer is relatable to the majority of audiences, which is the reason for the film's success.
Worldwide Box Office Performance
'Vaazha 2' has also delivered a strong performance worldwide. It crossed Rs 100 crore globally within two weeks. The film then continued its upward trend and went past Rs 200 crore gross. Overseas markets, especially the Gulf region, played a key role in boosting collections. Made on a budget of around Rs 10 crore, the sequel has already grossed over Rs 220 crore worldwide. The film is now expected to finish close to Rs 250 crore globally.
Critical Reception
ETimes gave the film a rating of 3.5 stars out of 5. The review reads: 'The film also explores sibling bonds, and not just within one generation. It doesn't gloss over everything with rosy, feel-good moments, but rather shows how these bonds develop through experiences. It also touches upon the UK dreams of the current generation, painting a realistic picture for an average student. The music (composed under Ankit Menon's supervision) is spot on and adds to the overall feel of the film. The female presence, while not non-existent, is not very substantial either. But they really did not forget the women here. The mothers, sisters, girlfriends and classmates are catalysts to the plot.'
Disclaimer: The box office numbers and data in this article are compiled from public and industry sources. All figures are approximate unless explicitly mentioned, offering a fair representation of the movie's box office performance. These totals may change as official studio data is updated or as additional international market reports are finalized. This data is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only.
