Ajay Devgn, one of Bollywood’s most bankable stars, is all set to return with Son of Sardaar 2, the sequel to his 2012 hit film Son of Sardaar. The original film, co-starring Sanjay Dutt, was a major success—winning over audiences and raking in impressive numbers at the box office. Now, 13 years later, the sequel faces a new era of competition and expectations.

The Original Set a High Benchmark

Released in 2012, Son of Sardaar was made on a budget of around ₹70 crore. It collected approximately ₹105 crore in India and crossed ₹150 crore worldwide, earning it the status of a superhit. Devgn’s portrayal of the quirky and fearless Sardaar was widely appreciated, and the film’s action-comedy blend made it a crowd favorite.

The Road Ahead for Son of Sardaar 2

The sequel comes with a heavier budget of ₹100 crore, and naturally, the stakes are higher. To break even and be declared a box office hit, Son of Sardaar 2 will need to earn at least ₹100 crore. But to outperform the original, the film must cross ₹150 crore worldwide.

Challenges This Time

While the sequel benefits from the goodwill of its predecessor, it’s releasing at a time when multiple strong contenders are already performing at the box office. The trailer has received mixed responses, indicating that the film will have to rely heavily on word-of-mouth publicity and strong opening weekend numbers to stay in the race.