Jennifer Lawrence's 'No Hard Feelings' earns $2.15 million

Jennifer Lawrence's latest R-rated comedy film, No Hard Feelings, had a promising start at the box office with $2.15 million in previews. 

However, industry experts predict a relatively modest opening weekend of around $12 million, which raises concerns considering the movie's $45 million budget. 

The current landscape for R-rated comedies in theaters has been challenging, with the genre struggling to attract audiences. Despite the success of Cocaine Bear, which earned $87 million worldwide this year, recent comedies have not fared well at the box office.

The film is helmed by Gene Stupnitsky, known for his work as a writer and director on The Office, and he previously made his directorial debut with the R-rated comedy Good Boys in 2019.