‘Son of Sardaar 2’ Day 4 Box Office Plummets 70%, Yet Beats Dhadak 2 in Close Race

Son of Sardaar 2 kicked off its theatrical run on August 1, 2025, with a modest ₹7.25 crore net on Day 1. Following slight growth to ₹8.25 crore on Day 2 and ₹9.25 crore on Day 3, it wrapped its opening weekend with approximately ₹24.75 crore net in India, just shy of making it into Bollywood’s top weekend earners for 2025.

Day 4 Collapse: ₹2.5 Crore and a 70% Drop

The steepest decline came on Day 4, when collections plunged to approximately ₹2.5 crore, marking a sharp ~70% drop from its Sunday peak. Despite this collapse, Son of Sardaar 2 still narrowly beat Dhadak 2 in daily earnings—a modest win amid broader underperformance.

Faced With Fierce Rivals—Saiyaara and Mahavatar Narsimha

The film launched alongside powerhouse releases such as Saiyaara, Mahavatar Narsimha, and Dhadak 2. While the Ajay Devgn starrer edged past Dhadak 2, it trailed massively behind Saiyaara—whose sustained momentum and Mahavatar Narsimha—whose word‑of‑mouth surge left Son of Sardaar 2 fighting for theatre space.

Budget vs Box Office: A Risky Investment

With a reported production budget nearing ₹80–90 crore, the steep early drop poses a serious recovery concern. To break even, stronger weekday performance and extended repeat audience behavior would be essential. Without that, the film is risking earning just a fraction of its cost within its theatrical window.

Content or Cast? The Disconnect in 2025

Critics argue that the film relied heavily on nostalgia and star power, but failed to deliver strong storytelling or fresh content. In contrast, risk-driven films like Saiyaara resonate more deeply with younger audiences—even with newcomers leading the cast. Son of Sardaar 2 appears to be a cautionary tale: star power alone may no longer guarantee success in Bollywood’s evolving landscape.

Final Verdict: Fading Weekend, Uncertain Future

While Son of Sardaar 2 showed some initial stability over its opening weekend, the Day 4 crash is a serious concern. Despite beating Dhadak 2 in numbers, it now battles steep competition and a content-savvy audience. Unless collections stabilize despite heavy competition, the film could struggle to justify its budget and fade quickly in box office charts.