The Indian film industry has been buzzing with three major releases: NTR Jr and Janhvi Kapoor‘s Devara: Part 1, Shraddha Kapoor‘s Stree 2, and Shah Rukh Khan‘s Jawan. Each film brings its unique flavor—be it the intense action-packed narrative of Devara, the horror-comedy of Stree 2, or the high-octane thrills of Jawan. The big question on everyone’s mind is: which movie emerged victorious at the box office on Day 1? Let’s take a look at how these films performed on their opening day.
Devara: Part 1 – Day 1 Collection
Directed by Koratala Siva, Devara: Part 1 marks the much-anticipated return of NTR Jr to the big screen after his global success in RRR. The film opened to a stellar collection of ₹77 crore in India on its first day, surpassing the opening-day earnings of both Stree 2 and Jawan. Worldwide, Devara grossed a whopping ₹140 crore on its opening day, making it a major box-office success across multiple languages.
Here’s the breakdown of Devara‘s collections across different regions:
- Telugu Region: ₹68.6 crore
- Hindi Version: ₹7 crore
- Kannada Version: ₹0.3 crore
- Tamil Version: ₹0.8 crore
- Malayalam Version: ₹0.3 crore
With a global gross of ₹140 crore on its first day, Devara: Part 1 has solidified its position as one of the biggest openers of 2024. The film is expected to maintain strong momentum, especially given NTR Jr‘s massive fan base and the film’s wide release.
Stree 2 – Day 1 Collection
The highly anticipated sequel to the 2018 hit Stree, Stree 2: Sarkate Ka Aatank, directed by Amar Kaushik, brought a unique blend of horror and comedy to the big screen. Starring Shraddha Kapoor and featuring a special cameo by Akshay Kumar, the film opened to positive reviews from critics and audiences alike.
On its first day, Stree 2 collected ₹46 crore at the box office, making it a solid performer. Including the ₹8.35 crore from its preview showings, Stree 2‘s total earnings for Day 1 reached ₹54.35 crore, positioning it as one of the highest-grossing Hindi films of 2024 so far.
While Stree 2 did not surpass Devara‘s opening-day collection, its strong performance is indicative of the horror-comedy genre’s growing popularity. The film’s light-hearted yet thrilling storyline is expected to draw in more audiences over the weekend.
Jawan – Day 1 Collection
Before Devara hit theaters, Shah Rukh Khan‘s action-thriller Jawan held the record for the biggest opening-day collection in the history of Hindi cinema. Directed by Atlee and co-starring Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi, and Deepika Padukone in a special appearance, Jawan grossed ₹129.6 crore worldwide on its opening day, with ₹75 crore coming from India alone.
Jawan continues to be a force at the box office, thanks to its pan-India appeal and Shah Rukh Khan’s massive fan following. The film was released in multiple languages, including Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, further boosting its box office numbers. Although Devara has now overtaken Jawan in terms of opening-day earnings in India, Jawan‘s global presence and wide release made it a formidable competitor.
Comparing the Opening Day Collections
| Movie | India Collection (Day 1) | Worldwide Collection (Day 1) |
|---|---|---|
| Devara: Part 1 | ₹77 crore | ₹140 crore |
| Stree 2 | ₹46 crore | ₹54.35 crore (including previews) |
| Jawan | ₹75 crore | ₹129.6 crore |
Devara’s Triumph Over Stree 2 and Jawan
On its opening day, Devara: Part 1 emerged as the top performer with an impressive ₹77 crore domestic collection. The combination of NTR Jr‘s star power, Koratala Siva‘s direction, and a strong promotional campaign helped the film surpass both Stree 2 and Jawan in terms of opening-day earnings.
However, while Devara claimed victory on Day 1, Jawan still holds a strong position globally, with its ₹129.6 crore worldwide collection on its first day. Stree 2 also carved out a niche for itself with its successful horror-comedy formula, which continues to resonate with Indian audiences.
What’s Next?
The box office race is far from over. With strong word-of-mouth and positive reviews for all three films, the competition is expected to heat up over the weekend. Devara is likely to continue its dominance, but both Stree 2 and Jawan have their own fan bases and appeal, making the upcoming days crucial for each film’s long-term success. More
Fans and critics alike are eagerly waiting to see how these films perform as they enter the second day of their theatrical run.
