In the Independence Day box office clash of 2024, Akshay Kumar’s Khel Khel Mein and John Abraham’s Vedaa went head-to-head with the much-anticipated Stree 2, starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao. On the sixth day of their release, Khel Khel Mein emerged as the winner in the battle between the two films.
According to Sacnilk.com, Khel Khel Mein, which also features Vaani Kapoor, Taapsee Pannu, Ammy Virk, Fardeen Khan, Pragya Jaiswal, and Aditya Seal, collected an estimated ₹1.2 crore nett in India on Tuesday. This figure marks a 40 percent decline from its previous day but still brings its total earnings to ₹17.25 crore nett domestically and ₹27.70 crore nett worldwide.
In contrast, Vedaa earned ₹0.8 crore on its sixth day, reflecting a 46.67 percent drop. The film’s total stands at ₹16.3 crore nett in India and ₹22.30 crore nett globally. Despite an initial higher opening, Khel Khel Mein has managed to outpace Vedaa in terms of box office collections.
Both films were released on the same day as Stree 2, the sequel to the 2018 hit Stree. Stree 2 has performed exceptionally well at the box office, accumulating ₹25.8 crore on its sixth day, with its total collection reaching ₹255.35 crore.
Khel Khel Mein, directed by Mudassar Aziz, is a comedy revolving around a dinner party game that takes a dramatic turn. The film’s storyline follows seven friends who agree to make their phones public property for the evening, leading to unforeseen consequences. The film is produced by Bhushan Kumar’s T-Series.
Vedaa, helmed by Nikhil Advani, focuses on a young girl named Vedaa, played by Sharvari, who fights against oppression with the help of John Abraham’s character. The film portrays her journey from training as a boxer to seeking justice through the courts. According to the Hindustan Times review, Sharvari’s portrayal of Vedaa shows a compelling evolution in her character’s confidence, culminating in a powerful climax.
As the box office race continues, Khel Khel Mein and Vedaa will be closely watched to see how they fare against the overwhelming success of Stree 2.
