In a week filled with cinematic showdowns, Son of Sardaar 2 has clearly outpaced its box office competition, Dhadak 2, by earning nearly twice the revenue over its opening weekend. Featuring Ajay Devgn in a reprised role, the sequel to the 2012 hit has struck a chord with audiences, proving yet again the box office pull of high-energy action comedies. Meanwhile, Dhadak 2, led by Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri, faced an underwhelming start, despite the buzz around the lead pairing and thematic continuation from the 2018 romantic drama Dhadak.

Box Office Clash: A Tale of Two Sequels

The two films released on the same weekend, setting the stage for a competitive box office battle. However, the numbers speak for themselves. By the end of the first weekend, Son of Sardaar 2 reportedly collected over ₹24 crore, while Dhadak 2 lagged behind with an estimated ₹11 crore.

Ajay Devgn’s fanbase, combined with the film’s family-friendly action and comedy formula, seems to have translated into solid footfalls, especially in tier-2 and tier-3 cities. In contrast, Dhadak 2 received a mixed response from critics and failed to gain the same level of traction, especially among single-screen audiences.

Star Power and Familiarity Work for Son of Sardaar 2

Ajay Devgn’s return as Jassi has resonated with the audience, who were already familiar with the character from the first installment. Directed by Vijay Kumar Arora, the film benefits from a strong ensemble cast and a script that leans into crowd-pleasing masala entertainment. The presence of seasoned comic actors like Sanjay Mishra and Chunky Panday added to the film’s appeal, offering laugh-out-loud moments that balance out the action.

Another factor in the sequel’s favor is nostalgia. The original Son of Sardaar had built a loyal fanbase over the years, and the sequel cleverly capitalizes on that goodwill, while introducing enough freshness to keep the narrative engaging.

Dhadak 2 Struggles to Connect

On the other hand, Dhadak 2 faced the challenge of living up to the emotional depth and success of its predecessor. Despite Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri’s commendable performances, the film’s screenplay and direction failed to make a lasting impression. Lacking the dramatic intensity and musical charm of the original Dhadak, the sequel struggled to create a similar emotional impact.

Additionally, Dhadak 2 didn’t benefit from the novelty that Dhadak enjoyed as a Hindi remake of the Marathi hit Sairat. Without a gripping storyline or strong word-of-mouth support, the film couldn’t pull in the footfalls it needed.

What Lies Ahead?

Industry analysts suggest that Son of Sardaar 2 is likely to continue its strong run through the coming week, especially with limited competition at the box office. Dhadak 2, however, may see a steep drop unless it finds a boost from OTT or gains traction through positive reviews.

As it stands, Ajay Devgn’s Son of Sardaar 2 has comfortably dominated the weekend race, proving once again that star power, genre familiarity, and timing can significantly tip the scales in Bollywood’s ever-evolving box office battles.
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