Key Points
- Jolly LLB 3, starring both Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi, is scheduled to release on September 19, 2025.
- The film’s opening day box office collection is predicted to be between ₹10-20 crore based on advance booking trends.
- The movie has reportedly been made on a budget of ₹120 crore, significantly higher than its predecessors.
- This marks the first time both franchise leads – Arshad Warsi (from part 1) and Akshay Kumar (from part 2) – appear together in the same film.
Mumbai: Jolly LLB 3 is generating unprecedented excitement as it brings together both franchise leads for the first time. While Arshad Warsi headlined the original Jolly LLB and Akshay Kumar took over for the second installment, the third film features both actors, creating significantly more buzz than either of the previous entries. This unique casting decision has heightened audience anticipation and is expected to drive stronger box office performance.
The courtroom comedy franchise has established itself as a reliable entertainer, with each installment addressing social issues through humor and drama. The combination of both popular leads is seen as a strategic move to maximize the film’s commercial appeal.
Box Office Predictions and Advance Bookings
Industry analysts are cautiously optimistic about Jolly LLB 3’s box office prospects. Based on current advance booking patterns, the film is projected to earn over ₹10 crore on its opening day, which is considered a decent start given the movie’s budget and genre. However, some trade experts believe that if the film generates strong word-of-mouth and benefits from positive audience response, the opening day collection could potentially reach ₹20 crore.
These predictions take into account factors such as the star power of both Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi, the franchise’s proven track record, and the film’s wide theatrical release planned across the country.
Budget and Financial Expectations
According to media reports, Jolly LLB 3 has been produced on a budget of approximately ₹120 crore, representing a significant increase from its predecessors. For context, the original Jolly LLB was made on a modest budget of ₹12 crore and collected around ₹50 crore at the box office. The second installment, Jolly LLB 2, had a budget of ₹45 crore and went on to gross approximately ₹200 crore worldwide.
The substantial budget increase for the third film reflects the higher production values, the inclusion of both lead actors, and the makers’ confidence in the franchise’s commercial viability. However, this also means the film will need to perform exceptionally well at the box office to be considered a financial success.
Given the franchise’s consistent performance and the unique appeal of having both Jolly LLBs in one film, industry watchers and audiences alike have high expectations for the September 19 release.
