OMG 2 by Akshay Kumar: Soaring to achieve this feat in Bollywood.
Despite its adult certification, “Oh My God 2” (OMG 2), starring Akshay Kumar, is proving to be a big hit at the local box office. It has collected a substantial ₹135.9 crore net so far, as reported by Sacnilk.com. Based on the box office figures gathered by Koimoi.com, OMG 2 has now secured the position of the fourth highest-grossing Bollywood film with an adult certification. Notably, the top spot for the highest-grossing adult movie in Bollywood belongs to the 2019 film “Kabir Singh.” This success of OMG 2 shows that audience interest and support transcend the movie’s certification, contributing to its impressive performance at the box office.
5 Highest Grossing Hindi Adult Films
Kabir Singh
Fascinatingly, the movie’s adult certification hasn’t diminished its allure for the audience, highlighting that mature subjects and material can indeed strike a chord with viewers. The leading position for the most successful adult movie in Bollywood is secured by the 2019 film “Kabir Singh,” amassing an astounding ₹278.2 crore net within India. Featuring Shahid Kapoor and Kiara Advani, “Kabir Singh” was a remake of the popular Telugu film “Arjun Reddy.” This showcases how certain films can captivate the audience’s attention regardless of their certification, underlining the power of compelling storytelling and performances.
Kashmir Files
Trailing closely is “The Kashmir Files,” which garnered attention not just for its box office triumph but also for securing the Nargis Dutt Award for Best Feature Film on National Integration at the 69th National Film Awards. Helmed by director Vivek Agnihotri, the movie amassed ₹252.5 crore nett within India. Nonetheless, it wasn’t free from controversy, facing criticism for potentially fueling communal sentiments. Despite its remarkable success, the film also stirred debates due to its contentious subject matter, emphasizing the complex relationship between art, societal impact, and public perception.
Kerala Story
“The Kerala Story,” yet another adult Hindi film, achieved an impressive box office collection of over ₹238 crore nett in India. However, despite its financial triumph, the film faced backlash for perpetuating negative stereotypes about Muslims. Even Kerala’s Chief Minister, Pinarayi Vijayan, branded the narrative as ‘false’ due to its alleged manipulation of facts.
Grand Masti
Completing the top 5 list is “Grand Masti” with a collection of ₹102.5 crore. This 2013 adult comedy, directed by Indra Kumar, served as a follow-up to the 2004 film “Masti.” Notably, it featured Riteish Deshmukh, Vivek Oberoi, and Aftab Shivdasani returning to portray their characters from the original movie. The film’s successful performance at the box office showcases its popularity and how audiences embraced the continuation of the comedic storyline.
OMG 2
“OMG 2” serves as a sequel to the 2012 film “OMG – Oh My God,” which prominently starred Akshay Kumar and Paresh Rawal. The sequel, directed by Amit Rai, introduces Pankaj Tripathi as Kanti Sharan Mudgal, a devoted follower of Lord Shiva, who takes legal action against the education system for misleading his child.
In the movie, Akshay Kumar assumes the role of the messenger of Lord Shiva, while Yami Gautam portrays an attorney. The film also includes performances by Arun Govil, Aamir Naik, Fahim Fazli, Vedika Nawani, Parth Siddhpura, and others. This diverse cast brings their talents together to present the storyline, with a mix of devotion, legal drama, and a touch of divine intervention.
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) proactively took precautions to prevent potential controversy over dialogues and scenes in OMG 2. The film was ultimately given an A certificate, despite initial hopes for a UA rating with a parental advisory. Like this post? Don’t forget to check out our other short stories in our Quick Read section