Mumbai, June 28, 2026: Akshay Kumar’s ensemble comedy Welcome To The Jungle continued its positive run at the box office on its second day in theatres, registering a substantial jump in collections and crossing the ₹57 crore mark worldwide.
Directed by Ahmed Khan, the film benefited from strong weekend footfalls, particularly in mass markets and family-oriented centres, helping it strengthen its position among the notable Bollywood openings of 2026.
Day 2 Collection Shows Strong Momentum
After opening with encouraging numbers, the comedy entertainer witnessed a significant rise in earnings on Saturday.
According to early box office estimates, Welcome To The Jungle collected ₹20 crore net in India on Day 2, reflecting a growth of around 31% compared to its Day 1 earnings of ₹15.25 crore.
India Box Office Performance
| Day | Collection (Net) |
|---|---|
| Paid Previews (Thursday) | ₹3.75 crore |
| Day 1 (Friday) | ₹15.25 crore |
| Day 2 (Saturday) | ₹20 crore |
| Total India Net | ₹39 crore |
Including taxes, the film’s India gross collection has reached approximately ₹46.80 crore.
The film was screened across more than 10,300 shows nationwide, helping it maintain strong visibility in multiplexes and single-screen theatres alike.
Worldwide Collection Crosses ₹57 Crore
The film also delivered solid numbers overseas.
International markets contributed an estimated ₹6 crore gross on Day 2, taking total overseas earnings to ₹10.70 crore.
Worldwide Box Office Breakdown
| Territory | Collection |
|---|---|
| India Gross | ₹46.80 crore |
| Overseas Gross | ₹10.70 crore |
| Worldwide Gross | ₹57.50 crore |
Crossing ₹50 crore globally within two days places the film among the stronger Bollywood performers of the year so far.
Occupancy Improves Significantly on Saturday
A major highlight of Day 2 was the sharp improvement in theatre occupancy throughout the day.
The film started with a modest morning response before gaining momentum during afternoon and evening shows.
Day 2 Occupancy Report
| Show Timing | Occupancy |
|---|---|
| Morning | 12.08% |
| Afternoon | 33.38% |
| Evening | 40.38% |
| Night | 54.85% |
| Overall Saturday Occupancy | 35.17% |
The strong night-show performance suggests growing word-of-mouth support among moviegoers.
Outperforms Cocktail 2 in Audience Turnout
One of the notable developments on Saturday was the film’s performance against competing release Cocktail 2.
While Welcome To The Jungle recorded an overall occupancy of 35.17%, Cocktail 2 reportedly managed around 24% occupancy during the same period.
The difference indicates stronger audience traction for Akshay Kumar’s comedy, particularly in North Indian circuits and mass-market regions.
Among the Biggest Bollywood Openers of 2026
The film has already secured a place among the year’s top Bollywood openings.
Current rankings include:
- Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge – ₹238.60 crore opening
- Border 2 – ₹43.50 crore opening
- Welcome To The Jungle – One of the strongest comedy openings of the year
Industry observers note that comedy franchises continue to attract audiences when backed by recognizable brands and large ensemble casts.
Weekend Performance Remains Key
Trade experts believe Sunday collections will be crucial in determining the film’s opening weekend trajectory.
A strong Sunday hold could push the film comfortably beyond the ₹75–80 crore worldwide mark before the start of the weekday run.
The film is currently chasing several recent Bollywood releases and is steadily narrowing the gap with higher-performing titles in the market.
Trade Experts Remain Optimistic
Film trade analyst Taran Adarsh had earlier highlighted the film’s strong start and its ability to exceed many pre-release expectations.
According to trade observations, the film has performed particularly well in:
- Mass-market territories
- Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities
- Single-screen circuits
- Holiday and weekend-driven markets
Industry tracking also indicates that family audiences could play a decisive role in extending the film’s theatrical momentum over the coming weeks.
Can Welcome To The Jungle Sustain the Momentum?
The coming days will determine whether the film can convert its promising start into a long-term box office success. Strong weekend growth, healthy occupancy trends and franchise recognition have given the Akshay Kumar-led entertainer a solid foundation.
If Sunday collections continue the upward trajectory and weekday drops remain controlled, Welcome To The Jungle could emerge as one of Bollywood’s most successful comedy releases of 2026, further strengthening Akshay Kumar’s box office comeback story.
