AceShowbiz - Ready or Not 2: Here I Come is currently facing a tough challenge at the box office as it competes with the Bollywood sequel Dhurandhar: The Revenge. Despite featuring a star-studded cast including Sarah Michelle Gellar, Elijah Wood, Samara Weaving, and Kathryn Newton, the horror sequel is not performing as well as expected in theaters.

In Ready or Not 2, Samara Weaving reprises her role as Grace, who finds herself in yet another brutal fight for survival after escaping the events of the first film. This time, a new family is targeting not only Grace but also her estranged sister Faith, played by Kathryn Newton, adding more tension and stakes to the story.

According to reports from Deadline, Ready or Not 2 has earned $9 million so far, but it is losing out to Dhurandhar: The Revenge, which has surpassed it with $10.5 million. Meanwhile, Project Hail Mary is also attracting more viewers, further overshadowing Ready or Not 2 at the box office. The Bollywood sequel has already broken records in India and is being hailed as a major success for director Aditya Dhar.

S.S. Rajamouli, known for his work on RRR and Baahubali: The Beginning, praised Dhurandhar: The Revenge publicly. He stated on Instagram that the sequel had surpassed the original film in "both scale and soul," highlighting the flawless writing, casting, technical work, music, and world design. He also emphasized the emotional depth of the film, which keeps audiences engaged for its four-hour runtime. Rajamouli complimented the lead actors, especially Maddy, for their powerful performances and congratulated the entire team for their success.

The underwhelming box office performance of Ready or Not 2 has surprised many industry observers. The film was positioned for success due to its release timing, the involvement of the acclaimed filmmaking duo Radio Silence, and Disney’s promotional efforts at SXSW. However, early reviews suggest that the movie itself may be the reason for its struggles. While it holds a respectable 76% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, ScreenRant’s Gregory Nussen offered a critical perspective, comparing the original to a chess match but calling the sequel "tic-tac-toe," implying a simpler and less engaging experience.

Ready or Not 2: Here I Come is currently available in theaters, but it is clear from box office numbers and critical reception that it is facing significant challenges in capturing audience interest compared to its rivals.

Ready or Not 2 is directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett and written by Guy Busick and R. Christopher Murphy. The film runs for 108 minutes and continues the story of survival and suspense that the first film established, albeit with mixed results so far in its sequel outing.

The cast also includes Shawn Hatosy as Titus Danforth, alongside Kathryn Newton as Faith MacCaulley, adding to the movie’s strong ensemble. Despite the talent involved, the film’s reception and box office results demonstrate how competitive the market remains, especially against international hits like Dhurandhar: The Revenge.

In sum, while Ready or Not 2 has the ingredients for success—recognized actors, experienced directors, and a solid fan base—the film’s box office trajectory reveals the unpredictable nature of movie releases in a global entertainment landscape increasingly influenced by diverse international productions.