Sunny Deol's Jaat is still holding up at the box office despite competition from Akshay Kumar’s Kesari 2. With his latest film Jaat, Sunny Deol has nearly recreated the magic of one of his most iconic blockbusters: Gadar. On its 11th day at the box office, Jaat has raked in a total of Rs 74.5 crore, just shy of the lifetime earnings of Gadar (2001), according to Sacnik.com.
Directed by Gopichand Malineni and also starring Randeep Hooda and Vineet Kumar Singh, Jaat is shaping up to be more than just a post-Gadar 2 victory lap for Sunny. It’s a reminder that his appeal hasn’t faded — it’s evolved. The film opened with a solid Rs 9.5 crore and wrapped up its first week with Rs 62 crore, despite facing hurdles along the way.
One of the key moments in Jaat’s box office journey was the controversy surrounding a scene, which led to backlash from certain religious groups. The makers quickly edited out the scene, allowing the film to stabilize just in time for the competitive second weekend, where it faced off against Akshay Kumar’s Kesari 2. Though Kesari 2 made a strong start with Rs 7.5 crore on its opening day, Jaat held its own, bringing in Rs 4 crore on Good Friday and gradually increasing to Rs 5.15 crore on Sunday.
Despite not being expected to hit Gadar 2 numbers — which had a monstrous run last year — Jaat has managed a rare consistency at the box office. The total now stands at Rs 74.5 crore in 11 days, and that’s a massive number considering the film didn’t have a festive holiday release or a pan-India push.
What’s particularly interesting is the parallel between Jaat and Gadar — both films tapped into themes of honor, defiance, and high-octane drama, a zone Sunny Deol has owned since the early 2000s. While Gadar became a cultural juggernaut but Gadar 2 brought Deol back into the ₹500 crore club and Jaat showing signs of staying power, it’s clear that the actor is in the midst of a late-career renaissance.
Now the question on everyone’s mind: Will Jaat cross ₹100 crore?
That will depend on how it performs through its third weekend, especially as Kesari 2 continues to gain traction. But if the current trend continues, it’s highly likely that Jaat will reach that milestone, albeit slowly.
All eyes on Jaat 2 and Border 2
Sunny Deol expressed gratitude to fans for the overwhelming response to his latest action film Jaat, which was released April 10. The makers have already announced a sequel, with Deol promising it will be even better. The film, directed by Gopichand Malineni, also stars Randeep Hooda, Regina Cassandra, and others. It is produced by Mythri Movie Makers and People Media Factory. Deol will soon resume work on Border 2, the sequel to his 1997 hit, which is slated for release on January 23, 2026.
Directed by Gopichand Malineni and also starring Randeep Hooda and Vineet Kumar Singh, Jaat is shaping up to be more than just a post-Gadar 2 victory lap for Sunny. It’s a reminder that his appeal hasn’t faded — it’s evolved. The film opened with a solid Rs 9.5 crore and wrapped up its first week with Rs 62 crore, despite facing hurdles along the way.
One of the key moments in Jaat’s box office journey was the controversy surrounding a scene, which led to backlash from certain religious groups. The makers quickly edited out the scene, allowing the film to stabilize just in time for the competitive second weekend, where it faced off against Akshay Kumar’s Kesari 2. Though Kesari 2 made a strong start with Rs 7.5 crore on its opening day, Jaat held its own, bringing in Rs 4 crore on Good Friday and gradually increasing to Rs 5.15 crore on Sunday.
Despite not being expected to hit Gadar 2 numbers — which had a monstrous run last year — Jaat has managed a rare consistency at the box office. The total now stands at Rs 74.5 crore in 11 days, and that’s a massive number considering the film didn’t have a festive holiday release or a pan-India push.
What’s particularly interesting is the parallel between Jaat and Gadar — both films tapped into themes of honor, defiance, and high-octane drama, a zone Sunny Deol has owned since the early 2000s. While Gadar became a cultural juggernaut but Gadar 2 brought Deol back into the ₹500 crore club and Jaat showing signs of staying power, it’s clear that the actor is in the midst of a late-career renaissance.
Now the question on everyone’s mind: Will Jaat cross ₹100 crore?
That will depend on how it performs through its third weekend, especially as Kesari 2 continues to gain traction. But if the current trend continues, it’s highly likely that Jaat will reach that milestone, albeit slowly.
All eyes on Jaat 2 and Border 2
Sunny Deol expressed gratitude to fans for the overwhelming response to his latest action film Jaat, which was released April 10. The makers have already announced a sequel, with Deol promising it will be even better. The film, directed by Gopichand Malineni, also stars Randeep Hooda, Regina Cassandra, and others. It is produced by Mythri Movie Makers and People Media Factory. Deol will soon resume work on Border 2, the sequel to his 1997 hit, which is slated for release on January 23, 2026.
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