Stree 2 Smashes Records: Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao's Horror Comedy Soars at Box Office

Stree 2, starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, has set new benchmarks from its opening day. Released on August 15, the horror-comedy surpassed Shah Rukh Khan's 11-year record with impressive advance bookings and paid preview sales. Garnering nearly Rs 8 crore from previews, Stree 2 broke the previous record held by Chennai Express.

The film's advance ticket sales reached a staggering 8.24 lakh across multiplexes and single screens, resulting in a gross collection of Rs 23.36 crore. Despite facing competition from Akshay Kumar's *Khel Khel Mein* and John Abraham's *Vedaa*, *Stree 2* dominated the box office, with its competitors recording much lower ticket sales.

Trade analysts predict an opening day collection of Rs 40-50 crore for *Stree 2*, reflecting its strong audience pull. The film's unique blend of horror and comedy, along with stellar performances, has captured the audience's interest, making it a must-watch this season.