War 2 Telugu Box Office Loss: YRF Compensates Distributor Naga Vamsi with ₹22 Crore

War 2 Telugu Box Office Loss: YRF Compensates Distributor Naga Vamsi with ₹22 Crore

War 2 Box Office Struggles in Telugu States: YRF Reportedly Offers Compensation

Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR’s much-anticipated film War 2 has reportedly faced challenges at the box office, particularly in the Telugu states. Despite the buzz surrounding the film, poor word-of-mouth and online criticism appear to have impacted its performance.

Yash Raj Films Steps In

According to reports from Great Andhra, Yash Raj Films has allegedly offered a compensation package to distributor Naga Vamsi and his partners, who had acquired the Telugu distribution rights for around ₹80 crore. The compensation is said to total ₹22 crore, structured as follows:

  • ₹10 crore for Nizam

  • ₹7 crore for Andhra

  • ₹5 crore for Ceded

Naga Vamsi had reportedly expected earnings of over ₹100 crore from the Telugu market alone. However, the film’s negative reception and early backlash made it difficult to meet box office expectations.

Clarification from Naga Vamsi

Amid rumors that Naga Vamsi might exit the film industry due to the losses, the producer clarified his stance on X (formerly Twitter). In Telugu, he humorously addressed the speculation, saying fans seemed to be “missing him too much” and that his exit is not happening anytime soon. He assured that he has at least 10–15 more years left in the business and promised to return soon with his next project, #MassJathara.

Film Background

War 2, produced by Yash Raj Films on an estimated budget of ₹300–400 crore, features a stellar cast including Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, Kiara Advani, Anil Kapoor, and Ashutosh Rana. Despite high expectations, the film has received mixed reviews from both critics and audiences.

Currently, War 2 is inching towards the ₹200 crore mark at the global box office. However, the Telugu states’ underperformance has raised concerns among trade experts.

Conclusion

While War 2 continues its run in theaters, the reported compensation from Yash Raj Films highlights the financial challenges distributors face when films underperform. With star power and a big budget, the film still remains one of the year’s most talked-about releases, but its mixed reception serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of the box office.

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