The Indian box office in August 2025 has turned into a battleground with three massive releases — Rajinikanth’s Coolie, Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR’s War 2, and the animated spectacle Mahavatar Narasimha. Each film represents a different cinematic space: a mass action entertainer, a big-budget spy thriller, and a mythological animated feature. Yet, all three are drawing huge audiences, keeping the box office buzzing with record-breaking numbers.

Coolie Box Office Collection – Day 11

Rajinikanth’s Coolie has emerged as the clear leader among the recent releases. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, the movie blends high-voltage action with Rajinikanth’s larger-than-life screen presence. On its second Sunday (day 11), the film collected ₹11.02 crore, taking its total box office earnings to ₹257.02 crore.

The film had a powerful opening week and has sustained well in its second weekend, thanks to family audiences, repeat viewers, and Rajinikanth’s unmatched mass pull in both urban multiplexes and single screens. The second-weekend trend indicates that Coolie is set for a ₹300 crore lifetime run, a figure that looks achievable if collections remain steady through weekdays.

War 2 Box Office Collection – Day 11

Starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR, directed by Ayan Mukerji, War 2 was expected to dominate given its grand scale and connection to the YRF Spy Universe. However, while the film has done strong business, it is clearly trailing behind Coolie.

On its 11th day (second Sunday), War 2 earned ₹6.60 crore, bringing its total collection to ₹221.10 crore. Compared to Saturday, the film did not see a major jump in earnings, showing signs of slowing momentum. Despite action-packed sequences and the star power of two pan-India actors, audience reception has been mixed, especially on repeat viewing, which has impacted its long-term growth potential.

Coolie vs War 2: The Box Office Clash

Both films released in the same week and carry massive budgets. While War 2 had higher pre-release hype and strong promotional backing, Coolie’s emotional connect and Rajinikanth’s legacy have given it the upper hand.

• Coolie’s total after 11 days: ₹257.02 crore

• War 2’s total after 11 days: ₹221.10 crore

The difference of nearly ₹36 crore after just 11 days shows that Coolie has clearly outperformed War 2 at the box office.

Mahavatar Narasimha Box Office Collection – Day 31

Amid these two big-budget action films, the animated film Mahavatar Narasimha has been the silent game-changer of 2025. Even after 31 days (5th Sunday), the mythological saga is showing extraordinary hold at the box office.

On its 31st day, the film earned ₹6.15 crore, taking its total to ₹231.75 crore. Such consistency after a month highlights the film’s strong word-of-mouth and its appeal among families, students, and spiritual audiences.

Interestingly, Mahavatar Narasimha has managed to collect more than War 2 in its 5th weekend, which is a remarkable achievement for an animated film in India. This success may well pave the way for more big-budget mythological animated features in the future.

Factors Behind the Box Office Trends

1. Rajinikanth’s Mass Appeal: Coolie’s biggest strength lies in its superstar’s charisma. The film’s action sequences, especially Rajinikanth’s iconic bike-riding scene, have become viral highlights, pulling crowds across generations.

2. Mixed Reception for War 2: Despite grandeur and scale, War 2’s plot has been considered predictable by many viewers. While the Hrithik-Jr NTR pairing is a major attraction, the film lacks the repeat value that boosts long-term box office success.

3. The Surprise of Mahavatar Narasimha: Traditionally, animated films in India have been niche, but Mahavatar Narasimha has changed the perception. Its mythological storyline rooted in Indian tradition has given it universal appeal, helping it sustain beyond the initial weeks.

Future Outlook

• Coolie is expected to comfortably cross ₹275–280 crore by the end of its second week, making it one of the biggest hits of Rajinikanth’s career in recent years.

• War 2 may settle in the ₹250–260 crore range, but it is unlikely to match Coolie’s momentum unless weekday collections surprise.

• Mahavatar Narasimha could inch closer to the ₹250 crore mark in its lifetime run, cementing its place as one of the most successful animated films in Indian cinema history.

Conclusion

As of August 24, 2025, the box office battle is tilted heavily in favor of Coolie, with Rajinikanth proving once again why he remains the undisputed superstar of Indian cinema. While War 2 struggles to keep pace, the surprise package Mahavatar Narasimha continues to roar even in its fifth week, showing the diversity of Indian audiences and their love for both mass entertainers and culturally rich content.

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