As near the Independence Day weekend, the stage has been determined for one of the biggest box office clashes of the year – ‘Cooli’ vs ‘War 2’. Trade analyst Ramesh Bala and the theater owner and business specialist Vishk Chauhan offer a preview that a thunder promises to be a thunder’s Independence Day clash.

“Cooli” is clearly a pioneer in terms of pre-relief buzz and social media traction, “says Bala. He said, “Audio launch was a huge incident, and the star cast is a big draw-you have Rajinikanth, Nagarjuna, Upendra, Shobana and Aamir Khan. This pan-India appeal is working in its favor,” she says.

While Hrithik Roshan and Junior NTR starrer YRF’s ‘War 2’ is part of the successful spy universe, it has taken a relatively quiet east-localize route. Bala explains, “War 2” has not yet had a major event. She has only kept trailrs and songs out, so traction is slow, especially abroad, “Bala explains.

Overseas Advantage: Cool leads

Advance booking is already running in international markets, and Cool has taken an edge. “In North America and other foreign areas, ‘Kali’ is currently ahead in the case of advance booking,” confirms Bala. “In India, advance booking usually opens just a week before its release. So we will get a clear picture by the end of this week.”

Screen Count: Hindi vs South Dominance

According to Bala, the screen allocation is expected to vary regional. “In the Hindi belt, the war will dominate 2. But in the south, the coolie will have the upper hand,” they explain. “War 2” is being dubbed in Tamil and Telugu, so it can find a good number of screens in Telugu states due to JR NTR, but Tamil Nadu will largely favor ‘Coolie’. “

He said, both films are expected to be widely released abroad. “Developed countries have enough screens to accommodate both, although formats such as IMAX may have some overlap,” Bala says.

“In North India, ‘War 2’ is definitely going to be very big. It is an established franchise, part of the detective universe, and Hrithik Roshan is a huge star in the north. So yes, ‘War 2’ will have a huge inauguration in that area. Tamil Nadu and other traditional markets, ‘War 2’ will definitely take a strong battle in the south for the presence of NTR,” War 2 will definitely take a strong battle in the south.

The dream of 100-million weekend is still alive

Despite the conflict, Bala remains optimistic about the four -day weekend. “It’s not a three-day weekend-it is four days with Independence Day on Friday. It gives enough room to both films. If the word of the mouth is decent, both of them can kill Rs 100 crore in India.”

Chauhan said, “I believe the inauguration of Rs 100 crore is very high on the weekend card-even with conflict. ‘War 2’ should dominate the Hindi belt and Telangana, which will contribute significantly to the clan. Meanwhile, ‘Cooli’, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, and Era-Talangana as well as a dish.

On the expectations of the initial day, Bala says: “Cool can gross Rs 80-90 crore in India and around Rs 150 crore worldwide.

He also explains why net collections do not always make for appropriate comparison. “In Bollywood, we often use a pure collection within India. But when a film has a strong South appearance and a bridge abroad, the gross is more suitable metric. Thus, you are comparing apples to apples.”

Star Power: Kali commands 60% buzz

Asked if it is a single star fight between Rajinikanth, Hrithik Roshan and Junior NTR, Bala says the scale suggestions in favor of ‘Cool’. “The five big names of the coolie are-Rajnikanth, Nagarjuna, Upendra, Shobana, and Aamir Khan.

See the trailer here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qevft2iliu0000

Metro vs. Tier 2, but North vs South

Bala denied the idea that this struggle would play as the story of Metro vs. Tier 2-3. “This is not that kind of division. It is more than a northern vs. South position. ‘War 2’ lies in Bollywood, while ‘Cooli’ is a South-based film with a national appeal that is thanks to its casting.”

Chauhan said, “Both films complete all the volumes of the audience and are being released very wide. They are not limited to metros or non-metros-the appeal to cut geography, from north to south, east to west. These are classic Big-Ticut Hindi films. If they work, they will work across the board.”

See the trailer here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mjbym9ukth4

Last word: It is all about the word of the mouth

While both films are expected to open up, Bala underlines the last decider – the reception of the audience. “Once the first show is over and reviews are over, the word of the mouth becomes important. As long as neither the film gets a very negative response, both should be done well. But if one stumbles, the other can take a clear leadership.”

On August 14, the screen becomes light. The only question is which film will set at the box office first?