Akshay Kumar’s latest comedy film Welcome to the Jungle (also called Welcome 3) is winning hearts at the theatres. Released on June 27, 2026, the movie has collected a huge amount of money in just two days. It is proving to be one of the strongest openers of the year.
According to makers and trade trackers like Sacnilk, the film has earned Rs 59.40 crore worldwide in two days. In India, it collected around Rs 19.40 crore gross on Day 1 and Rs 21.02 crore on Day 2 (Saturday). This takes the domestic total to Rs 40.42 crore. Overseas markets added Rs 11.70 crore. On Day 2 alone, it showed a healthy 31% growth over the first day.
The big-budget comedy is directed by Ahmed Khan with a story by the late Neeraj Vohra. It brings together a massive star cast including Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Raveena Tandon, Disha Patani, Jacqueline Fernandez, Arshad Warsi, Paresh Rawal, and many more popular actors. The film is full of silly jokes, chaos, and family-friendly laughter that audiences are enjoying a lot.
People are calling it a “stress buster” and “brain-rot comedy” that works perfectly in theatres. Occupancy jumped during evening and night shows on Saturday, reaching over 50% in many places. Trade experts like Taran Adarsh and Joginder Tuteja praised the strong word-of-mouth and growth even after a holiday opening. On Sunday (Day 3), it is expected to do even better, possibly Rs 24-26 crore, making the opening weekend massive.
Ticket sales on platforms like BookMyShow saw a huge 574% jump on Saturday morning. This shows real excitement among viewers. Many families are going together because the movie is clean and entertaining for all ages.
Reviews say the film delivers nonstop laughter and works best with a full crowd. It may not be perfect but succeeds as a fun weekend entertainer. Akshay Kumar’s comic timing and the big ensemble cast are getting special praise.
With excellent buzz and strong collections, Welcome to the Jungle is on track for a big success. It proves that good old-fashioned Bollywood comedy still has a strong fan base. If you like laughter-filled movies, this one is worth watching in theatres with family and friends.
