3 September 2023, Mumbai: Ayushmann Khurrana’s ‘Dream Girl 2’ is creating waves at the box office, marking a triumphant return to success for the talented actor after a series of film setbacks. The film has not only found its footing but has also witnessed a substantial surge in numbers during its second weekend.
Dream Girl 2 Box Office Collection
As it ventured into its second weekend, the comedy-drama directed by Raaj Shaandilyaa experienced a significant jump in its box office earnings. On Saturday, it raked in an impressive ₹6.00 croreThis boost has propelled the film’s nine-day collection to an impressive ₹77.70 crore. Despite fierce competition from Sunny Deol’s blockbuster ‘Gadar 2’ and Akshay Kumar’s ‘OMG 2’, Ayushmann’s ‘Dream Girl 2’ has firmly established its presence in the market. The film managed a 27.41% occupancy rate in the Hindi market, with night shows proving to be the audience’s top choice, followed by evening, afternoon, and morning screenings.
Dream Girl 2 to Strike Competition with SRK’s Jawan
‘Dream Girl 2’, featuring Ananya Panday alongside Ayushmann Khurrana, kicked off its box office journey with an opening of ₹10.69 crore. It continued to impress during its first weekend, raking in ₹14.02 crore and ₹16 crore, respectively. While the film did experience a decline in collections during the weekdays, the second weekend resurgence has undoubtedly brought some relief. However, the looming release of Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Jawan’ on Thursday will likely pose a challenge, as it’s expected to dominate the screens and leave limited space for other films.
The Filmy Charcha’s Review Of Dream Girl 2
Rating: ⭐⭐½
Review:
Khurrana’s comedic prowess shines as he navigates the chaotic narrative, while Ananya Panday’s portrayal of Pari adds innocence to the film. However, the execution stumbles with inconsistent subplots and a lackluster second half. The promising humor starts strong but fades, leaving the comedy’s soul missing. Despite standout performances, the film struggles to maintain engagement, making it a mixed experience.
Performances
Ayushmann Khurrana’s portrayal of Karam, who transforms into ‘Pooja,’ is a testament to his comedic prowess. He effortlessly slips into the role of the quirky character, infusing life into the chaotic narrative. Khurrana’s performance is the film’s driving force, salvaging certain scenes with his impeccable timing and charisma.
Ananya Panday delivers a commendable performance as Pari, albeit within the constraints of her limited role. Her portrayal brings a touch of innocence to the character, enhancing the overall dynamics of the film. However, it’s evident that the romantic track could have benefitted from stronger writing to fully showcase her talents. While Panday’s performance is good, there remains room for improvement in terms of maximizing her potential within the narrative
Overall Review
Dream Girl 2, despite Ayushmann Khurrana’s standout performance, struggles to maintain the promised humor throughout its runtime. The inconsistent execution of subplots and a lackluster second half contribute to the film’s underwhelming impact. While it offers moments of laughter, the soul of the comedy seems missing, leaving viewers with a mixed experience. An OTT viewing may be preferable.
Ayushmann Khurrana’s Roaring Return to Silver Screen
For Ayushmann Khurrana, ‘Dream Girl 2’ marks a return to the limelight after a string of less successful films. His recent projects, including ‘An Action Hero,’ ‘Doctor G,’ ‘Anek,’ and ‘Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui,’ had struggled to attract audiences to theaters. ‘An Action Hero’ earned ₹10.89 crore, ‘Doctor G’ made ₹26.45 crore, ‘Anek’ collected ₹8.15 crore, and ‘Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui’ brought in ₹28.26 crore during their respective runs, as reported by Bollywood Hungama. Even prior to the pandemic, Ayushmann’s last release, ‘Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan,’ could only muster ₹60.78 crore in total earnings. Remarkably, ‘Dream Girl 2’ surpassed this mark in its very first week.
Biggest hit of Ayushmann’s career
The film is part of the ‘Dream Girl’ franchise, which initially became the biggest hit of Ayushmann’s career when it earned ₹142.26 crore upon its release in 2019. While breaking this record seems unlikely, especially with the imminent release of ‘Jawan,’ ‘Dream Girl 2’ has certainly rekindled Ayushmann Khurrana’s box office appeal and reminds us of his prowess as a crowd-puller in the world of Indian cinema.
‘Dream Girl 2’ Starcast
In addition to Ayushmann Khurrana and Ananya Panday, the film features a stellar ensemble cast that includes Paresh Rawal, Manjot Singh, Seema Pahwa, Annu Kapoor, Rajpal Yadav, Abhishek Banerjee, Asrani, Vijay Raaz, and Manoj Joshi, all contributing to its Overall success.
By Yashika Desai