Siddharth Anand and Hrithik Roshan, known for their successful collaborations on stylish box office hits such as Bang Bang and War, raised considerable anticipation with their reunion for the epic entertainer. The triumph of Sid’s Pathaan further fueled the excitement surrounding their latest venture, Fighter. Pathaan’s tremendous success had set the bar high, and the industry eagerly anticipated a similar impact from their upcoming film.
However, Fighter’s slow start today has sent shockwaves across the industry, although it doesn’t come as a complete surprise. The subdued momentum in advance bookings indicated that the film struggled to escalate the pre-release buzz to the anticipated level, resulting in a lackluster opening. Previously, it was feasible to expect a collection in the range of 35-40 crores, given the halo effect of Pathaan. Now, achieving even 25 crores seems to be a challenging task. The film’s fortunes now hinge entirely on the performance of the evening and night shows.
Despite the underwhelming start, Fighter has garnered generally positive reviews from critics, particularly for its performances, aerial sequences, and dramatic elements. This favorable reception is anticipated to attract more viewers, and the momentum is likely to improve following the lackluster commencement. The film also benefits from the Republic Day holiday tomorrow, with a 4-day extended weekend offering the opportunity to amass a substantial total.
Overall, while Fighter had the potential to easily surpass the 300 crore net mark at the Indian box office, it has encountered setbacks due to various factors, including content that may not resonate strongly with mass audiences. Nevertheless, it is expected to mark a significant comeback for Hrithik Roshan following the disappointment of Vikram Vedha.bIn its lifetime run, Fighter is anticipated to achieve a box office collection in the range of 200-220 crores in India. So on the face of it, we can find Fighter to be a decent movie with a good collection expected this year. Stay tuned for more on this and others only with us!
