What to Expect from the Latest Installment of the Welcome Franchise: Welcome To The Jungle

The latest film in the Welcome series, Welcome To The Jungle, has made waves at the box office with a mixed reception. Directed by Ahmed Khan, the film features a star-studded cast including Akshay Kumar and Jacqueline Fernandez. With a budget reportedly under Rs 200 crore, it has grossed over Rs 129 crore globally. As it faces competition from other releases, the film's unique plot and ensemble cast are drawing attention. Read on to find out more about its performance and what makes this installment intriguing.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 2, 2026, 03:23 IST

Overview of Welcome To The Jungle

The film Welcome To The Jungle marks the third chapter in the popular Welcome series. It has received a mixed response from audiences and critics alike. With a production budget exceeding Rs 100 crore, the film has managed to earn Rs 129.20 crore globally within its first six days, while its net earnings in India have surpassed Rs 80 crore. Before facing competition from Alia Bhatt and Sharvari’s Alpha and Huma Qureshi’s Baby Do Die Do, Welcome To The Jungle had a strong initial performance. Directed by Ahmed Khan, the movie boasts an ensemble cast of 34 prominent actors.

Box Office Performance on Day 6

Welcome To The Jungle box office day 6

According to reports from Sacnilk, the film earned Rs 6.00 crore on its sixth day in theaters. The net collection in India has reached Rs 87.50 crore, while the gross collection stands at Rs 104.25 crore. Additionally, the film's overseas gross is reported to be Rs 24.95 crore.

Director Ahmed Khan Discusses Budget

Ahmed Khan reveals Welcome To The Jungle budget

In an exclusive interview, Ahmed Khan clarified that the budget for Welcome To The Jungle has not exceeded Rs 200 crore. He stated, “I haven't gone beyond Rs 115 crore to Rs 120 crore, or perhaps Rs 125 crore. If you include interest, I haven't surpassed the budget.” He emphasized that spending between Rs 200 to Rs 250 crore would be unwise. The director mentioned that the investment has been recovered through various rights, including digital, satellite, music, and international. “Now, whatever the film earns is profit. They are fully benefiting from it,” he added.

Star-Studded Cast of Welcome To The Jungle

Welcome To The Jungle star cast

Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Disha Patani, Jacqueline Fernandez, Arshad Warsi, Jackie Shroff, Paresh Rawal, Raveena Tandon, Lara Dutta, Farida Jalal, Johny Lever, Shreyas Talpade, Tusshar Kapoor, Rajpal Yadav, Krushna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda, Daler Mehndi, Aftab Shivdasani, Mukesh Tiwari, Yashpal Sharma, Kiran Kumar, Zakir Hussain, Vindu Dara Singh, Urvashi Rautela, Hemant Pandey, Brijendra Kala, Feroze Khan (Arjun), Late Pankaj Dheer, Puneet Issar, Sudesh Berry, Jeetu Verma, Vrihi Kodvara, Adityaa Singgh, and Bhagya Bhanushali are among the notable cast members of the film.

Plot Summary of Welcome To The Jungle

The storyline of Welcome To The Jungle follows a group of aspiring actors who are led to believe they are part of a high-budget film, which is actually anticipated to perform poorly at the box office. The film, set in a real jungle, involves the residents of a struggling village named Azadgarh and revolves around a fictitious production with a budget of Rs 2000 crore. As the actors realize that the threats depicted in the film are real, the filmmaking approach undergoes a significant transformation.