Jolly LLB 3 Rakes in ₹30 Crore at Domestic Box Office in Two Days

The latest installment of the popular Bollywood courtroom comedy franchise, Jolly LLB 3, has achieved a strong opening at the domestic box office, amassing Rs 32.75 crore nett in its first two days of release. Starring Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi in lead roles, the film marks the third entry in the series directed by Subhash Kapoor and produced by Star Studios. It hit theatres on Friday, September 19, 2025, and has benefited from positive word-of-mouth and critical acclaim for its blend of humour, satire, and social commentary. ndtvprofit.com

According to trade analyst website Sacnilk, Jolly LLB 3 opened with Rs 12.75 crore on its debut day, followed by a significant jump to Rs 20 crore on Saturday, reflecting a growth of over 56 per cent. This performance surpasses the second-day collection of its predecessor, Jolly LLB 2, which earned Rs 17.31 crore in 2017.

The film's success underscores Akshay Kumar's draw, marking his second-best worldwide opening of the year at Rs 19.45 crore, including Rs 4.5 crore from overseas markets. The cast also includes Amrita Rao, Huma Qureshi, Saurabh Shukla, and Gajraj Rao in pivotal roles, with Shukla reprising his acclaimed judge character from earlier films. hindustantimes.com

The Jolly LLB franchise, known for its witty portrayal of India's judicial system and underdog lawyers fighting corruption, began with the 2013 original starring Arshad Warsi as Jagdish "Jolly" Tyagi, a struggling advocate from Meerut. That film, a critical and commercial hit earning over Rs 100 crore worldwide, won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi. Jolly LLB 2 shifted focus to Akshay Kumar's character, Jolly Mishra from Kanpur, grossing Rs 197 crore globally and solidifying the series' appeal through sharp dialogues and courtroom drama. Jolly LLB 3 unites both Jollies in a narrative loosely inspired by real events like the Bhatta Parsaul land grab case, emphasising themes of justice and society.

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Industry experts anticipate a robust weekend total exceeding Rs 50 crore, driven by strong occupancy rates—reaching 55 per cent in night shows on day two—and the franchise's loyal fanbase. While facing competition from other releases like Mirai and Lokah: Chapter 1, Jolly LLB 3's momentum highlights Bollywood's resilience amid evolving audience preferences for content-driven entertainers.

As the film continues its run, it reinforces the series' legacy as a benchmark for satirical legal dramas in Indian cinema, with projections pointing toward a potential blockbuster status if the positive buzz sustains.

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