Overview
- The sequel, released worldwide on May 1, drew an estimated $114 million on opening day according to trade reports, with roughly $32–33 million from the U.S. and stronger results overseas.
- In India, Sacnilk-based estimates show about ₹5 crore on Day 1 including previews and ₹4 crore on Saturday, bringing the two-day net to roughly ₹9.5 crore and the gross to about ₹11.37 crore.
- Early reaction skews positive as reviewers praise the returning leads and the film’s slick look, while some note slower early pacing and a familiar story.
- The film reunites Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci and adds Kenneth Branagh, Justin Theroux and Simone Ashley, while critics highlight its focus on the pressures facing print media in a digital-first era.
- Meryl Streep said recent films often flatten heroes and villains and called this sequel “messier,” as trade trackers project a strong opening weekend and the studio continues the global rollout.