Ayushmann Khurrana’s starring role in “Dream Girl 2” witnessed a robust start at the domestic box office. According to trade analyst Taran Adarsh, the film managed to garner a revenue of approximately ₹11 crores on its opening day. Directed by Raj Shandilya, the movie also features Ananya Pandey.
Dream Girl 2 Box Office Collection : Impressive Opening
Taran tweeted on a platform (formerly known as Twitter), stating that other releases like #TheKeralaStory, #ZaraHatkeZaraBachke, #SatyaPremKiKatha, #RockyAurRaniKiiPremKahaani, #Gadar2, and #OMG2 were overshadowed by the spirited start of #DreamGirl2. This fresh start by “Dream Girl 2” has indeed contributed to Bollywood’s resurgence.
It was further mentioned, “The growth in business, especially post 4 PM, clearly indicates a strong weekend on the cards. Friday’s collection was ₹ 10.69 crores. The consistent flow of successes has indeed brought back joy and optimism. Yes, Bollywood has made a comeback with a bang!”
For reference, the first “Dream Girl” movie opened with a collection of ₹10.05 crores. “Dream Girl 2” is the sequel to the successful “Dream Girl” which was released in 2019.
Movie Review
A review in the Hindustan Times stated, “One thing that always delights is Ayushmann Khurrana – be it as Karam or Pooja – he’s genuinely good. As Pooja, his portrayal is truly mesmerizing, from his body language, makeup, dance moves to his ability to speak in a feminine voice. Thankfully, he never makes crossdressing appear derogatory, save for a few scenes that were poorly scripted, yet he performs with grace. It might not be one of his best works, but it’s challenging in every sense.”
About Movie
In “Dream Girl 2”, Ayushmann portrays the character of Karamveer or Karam, appearing in the disguise of Pooja. Ananya plays the role of his love interest. This is the first time Ayushmann has worked alongside Ananya. The movie boasts a talented ensemble cast, including Manjot Singh, Rajpal Yadav, Paresh Rawal, Asrani, Manoj Joshi, Seema Pahwa, and Vijay Raaz. Produced by Ekta R Kapoor and Shobha Kapoor, the film was released in cinemas on 25th August.
Ayushmann on Dream Girl 2
Recently, Ayushmann shared with reporters that after playing a female character in “Dream Girl 2”, his respect for women has increased manifold. Discussing the challenges of portraying a character that wears women’s clothing, he mentioned the rigorous makeup sessions, wearing heavy lehengas, and donning a wig, especially in the summer heat.
“I had to shave two or three times a day; otherwise, my face would turn red. My beard would grow quickly,” Ayushmann was quoted by the news agency PTI, adding, “It was all very challenging.”
In conclusion, “Dream Girl 2” has indeed made a mark in the box office, showcasing the versatile talents of Ayushmann Khurrana and reaffirming Bollywood’s ability to entertain and resonate with the audience.
