The highly anticipated film War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR, may have flopped at the box office, but it's making waves on Netflix. Despite receiving mixed reviews and underwhelming audiences in theaters, the film has become India's most watched title on the streaming platform, with 3.5 million views between October.
War 2 collected Rs 236.55 crore at the domestic box office and Rs 364.35 crore worldwide. However, its OTT performance tells a different story. The film's digital debut on Netflix has garnered significant attention, with many viewers seemingly drawn to it out of curiosity. Directed by Ayan Mukerji, War 2 features Kiara Advani, Anil Kapoor, Ashutosh Rana, and Varun Badola in pivotal roles.
Despite its star studded cast and high octane action sequences, War 2 received lukewarm responses from audiences and critics alike. The film's weak script and hollow emotions were cited as major drawbacks. Popular critics called it the "weakest film in the YRFSpyUniverse," criticizing its lack of emotional depth.
War 2's success on Netflix raises questions about the evolving dynamics between theatrical and digital releases. Is the audience's viewing behaviour shifting towards streaming platforms? Can films that flop in theaters still find success online? These are questions worth exploring further.