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From Box Office Booms to Busts: Bollywood Movies That Made Money but Failed to Impress
Explore the intriguing phenomenon of Bollywood movies that achieved significant success at the box office yet failed to leave a lasting impression on audiences. Despite raking in substantial revenue, these films fell short of capturing the hearts and minds of viewers, leading to their classification as box office busts. From high-budget productions to star-studded ventures, delve into the reasons behind the disconnect between commercial success and critical acclaim in the Indian film industry. Uncover the stories behind these box office booms-turned-busts, shedding light on the unpredictable nature of audience preferences and the complexities of cinematic success.
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Adipurush
"Adipurush," released on June 16, 2023, faced harsh criticism from critics, particularly for its screenplay, dialogues, and visual aspects. Despite high expectations, the film failed to meet the mark and was deemed a box office bomb.
Tiger 3
This film garnered mixed reviews from critics upon its release. While the film received praise for its action sequences, music, and the performances of Katrina Kaif and Emraan Hashmi, it faced criticism for its plot and pacing.
Jab Harry Met Sejal
It premiered on August 4, 2017, receiving mixed-to-negative reviews from both critics and audiences. The film faced criticism for its direction, story, and screenplay while earning praise for its soundtrack, cinematography, production design, costumes, and the performances of Shah Rukh Khan and Anushka Sharma.
Fan
It was heavily promoted and experienced multiple delays before its international release on April 15, 2016. Upon its debut, the film received positive reviews from critics, who lauded Shah Rukh Khan's performance, the visual effects, and the action sequences. However, criticism was directed towards the editing and the loosely structured script.
Dabangg 3
The film faced negative criticism from critics for its screenplay, direction, and writing. However, Salman Khan and Sudeepa's performances were praised. The film's box office performance was also impacted by the CAA protests, resulting in it being the lowest-grossing film in the franchise.
