Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava needs just Rs 84 lakh to replace Shraddha Kapoor’s Stree 2 to become 7th biggest hit of Indian cinema

Vicky Kaushal’s historical epic Chhaava is on the brink of a major box office milestone. After 52 days in theatres, the film has amassed a remarkable Rs 597.15 crore at the Indian box office. Now, it stands just Rs 84 lakh short of surpassing Stree 2 (Rs 597.99 crore) to become the 7th highest-grossing Indian film of all time.

Directed by Laxman Utekar, Chaava has been a roaring success at the box office, right from Day 1 the film has held its audience captive and despite facing off with big ticket films like Salman Khan's Sikandar and Prithviraj and Mohanlal's L2: Empuraan the film stood strong. .The film has shown staying power at the box office thanks to strong word-of-mouth, repeat audiences, and a compelling story rooted in Maratha history. Vicky Kaushal’s portrayal of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj has been lauded for its depth, intensity, and emotional resonance—earning him widespread acclaim and significantly contributing to the film’s longevity in theatres.
Stree 2, starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, had set the benchmark earlier this year with its impressive Rs 597.99 crore collection. The horror-comedy sequel was a crowd-puller with its mix of scares, laughs, and a tightly packed narrative, making it one of the most successful Bollywood films of 2024.

However, Chaava’s performance—particularly in Maharashtra, Gujarat, and parts of North India—has been consistently strong. The film also did well in international markets, but its domestic success has been the cornerstone of its box office climb.
With just Rs 84 lakh separating Chaava from Stree 2, trade expects the milestone to be crossed by next weekend, especially if the film continues to draw family audiences and students over the weekend. Once it overtakes Stree 2, Chaava will join the elite club of the top 7 highest-grossing Indian films—a list that includes juggernauts like Pathaan, Jawan, Baahubali 2, and RRR.
For Vicky Kaushal, this would mark the biggest commercial success of his career, firmly establishing him as both a critically acclaimed actor and a bankable box office star.