Box office showdown: Stree 2, Vedaa, Khel Khel Mein and Double iSmart set for an epic clash | Find out when

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It is not new for Bollywood movies to seek to cash in on certain occasions. While big makers choosing the same date to release their movies is not a novelty, what's truly exciting is the evolving nature of the box office battle. The fight for audiences’ attention now extends far beyond the initial opening weekend. Each day after release brings a new twist and a new strategy that keeps moviegoers excited.

For instance, according to reports, Street 2 (starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao), Vedaa (headlined by John Abraham), Khel Khel Mein (starring Akshay Kumar and Taapsee Pannu), and Double iSmart (with Ram Pothineni and Sanjay Dutt) will all be released on Independence Day, August 15, 2024. So, which movie will you watch? We help you decide by giving you a glimpse into each movie:

Stree 2

This horror-comedy is the sequel to the 2018 film Stree, which is now streaming on Disney+ Hotstar. After numerous speculations and sneak peeks, Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao are ready to take your breath away once again with Stree 2. The sequel follows the events of the first installment. The village of Chanderi is plagued by the new horror of a headless entity kidnapping women.

Vedaa

After Pathaan’s (2023) massive success, John Abraham will be seen next in Vedaa. This action-thriller is about a young woman’s courageous fight against oppression as she defies a restrictive system and challenges the darkness, embodying the spirit of resilience. It also stars Tamannaah Bhatia and Maharaj-actress Sharvari Wagh.

Khel Khel Mein

This comedy drama has a star-studded cast that includes Akshay Kumar, Fadeen Khan, Taapsee Pannu, Vaani Kapoor, Ammy Virk and Aparshakti Khurana. The movie is about how a group of friends' perfect dinner get-together takes a dramatic turn after some lies are exposed. It is said to be the Hindi remake of the Italian hit, Perfect Strangers (2016).

Double iSmart

This action-thriller stars Ram Pothineni and Sanjay Dutt. This Telugu movie is said to be in the science fiction genre. The story follows a skilled assassin who gains the memory of a dead police officer through a transplant. He unexpectedly teams up with a police team to solve a complex case.