Akshay Kumar-starrer 'OMG 2' is all set to release in theatres on August 11 after much await. Even though the movie faced a lot of issues due to its certification, fans have high expectations from the film due to the success of its first instalment. It was earlier reported that 'OMG 2' will directly release on OTT due to the underwhelming performance of Akshay Kumar's recent films. But the makers decided to go for theatrical release. As per the latest reports, JioCinema has brought the streaming rights of 'OMG 2'.

OMG 2 OTT Rights:

According to a report by OTTplay, the digital rights of 'OMG 2' have been bought by JioCinema for Rs 150 crore. The movie is reportedly to stream on OTT after eight weeks of its theatrical run.

OMG 2 Advance Bookings:

'OMG 2' will be clashing with Sunny Deol-starrer 'Gadar 2' at the box office. The movie has received an A certificate from the censor board and therefore, its advance bookings are less than 'Gadar 2'. According to The Indian Express, 'OMG 2' has sold over 45,000 tickets on BookMyShow and the movie can open up to Rs 8 to 10 crore. According to Taran Adarsh, the movie sold over 24,000 tickets till 4:30 PM on August 9 in three national chains.

 
 
 
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Apart from Akshay Kumar, 'OMG 2' also stars Pankaj Tripathi, and Yami Gautam in the lead roles. The movie revolves around a staunch devotee of Lord Shiva, Kanti Sharan Mudgal, whose son is blamed for immoral conduct and thrown out of school. He decides to leave the town with his family until he has a divine intervention that steers him towards truth.

The first instalment of 'OMG' was directed by Amit Rai and starred Akshay Kumar and Paresh Rawal in the lead role. It revolved around Kanji Lalji Mehta, who is an atheist but owns a shop of Hindu idols and antiques. After his shop gets destroyed due to an earthquake, he sues god as he is not able to get insurance.