'Raees', 'Kaabil' create 'fantastic' buzz on opening day
Mumbai
26 Jan , 2017
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khans 'Raees' and actor Hrithik
Roshan-starrer 'Kaabil' have both managed to create a strong buzz at the box
office, despite a clash. While 'Raees' raked in Rs 20.42 crore, 'Kaabil', which
had a slow start, managed to collect Rs 10.43 crore, according to trade pundits.
Both the films released on Wednesday.
Despite releasing in mid week, 'Raees', which also stars Nawazuddin
Siddiqui and Pakistani actress Mahira Khan, collected Rs 20.42 crore, read a
statement on behalf of the film's makers.
'Raees' has a fantastic Day 1. Wednesday Rs 20.42 crore. Today
(Thursday; Republic Day) will witness humongous biz again,' tweeted trade analyst
Taran Adarsh.
Trade guru Amod Mehra said the first day collections of 'Raees'
turned out to be 'fantastic'.
Bhumika Tewari, Head - Programming and Film Marketing, Cinepolis,
said: 'Larger than life character and as big an opening. 'Raees' is living up
to the expectations and euphoria it created before the release.'
Set against the backdrop of prohibition in Gujarat, 'Raees'
touches upon how the alcohol industry crumbled and several illegal activities
followed.
In the film, the 'Chennai Express' star essays the title role
of Raees, a bootlegger.
According to Adarsh, business for 'Kaabil' should escalate
on Thursday -- a national holiday -- too.
Another trade expert, Komal Nahta, had on Wednesday said that
'Kaabil' started slow because of 'Raees' in opposition. However, he expressed
confidence that the film will witness an increase in its numbers due to strong
word of mouth. The film industry and critics have given a thumbs up to 'Kaabil'
for its unique storyline.
A romantic thriller, 'Kaabil' features Hrithik and actress
Yami Gautam playing a visually impaired couple.
Mumbai
26 Jan , 2017
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khans 'Raees' and actor Hrithik
Roshan-starrer 'Kaabil' have both managed to create a strong buzz at the box
office, despite a clash. While 'Raees' raked in Rs 20.42 crore, 'Kaabil', which
had a slow start, managed to collect Rs 10.43 crore, according to trade pundits.
Both the films released on Wednesday.
Despite releasing in mid week, 'Raees', which also stars Nawazuddin
Siddiqui and Pakistani actress Mahira Khan, collected Rs 20.42 crore, read a
statement on behalf of the film's makers.
'Raees' has a fantastic Day 1. Wednesday Rs 20.42 crore. Today
(Thursday; Republic Day) will witness humongous biz again,' tweeted trade analyst
Taran Adarsh.
Trade guru Amod Mehra said the first day collections of 'Raees'
turned out to be 'fantastic'.
Bhumika Tewari, Head - Programming and Film Marketing, Cinepolis,
said: 'Larger than life character and as big an opening. 'Raees' is living up
to the expectations and euphoria it created before the release.'
Set against the backdrop of prohibition in Gujarat, 'Raees'
touches upon how the alcohol industry crumbled and several illegal activities
followed.
In the film, the 'Chennai Express' star essays the title role
of Raees, a bootlegger.
According to Adarsh, business for 'Kaabil' should escalate
on Thursday -- a national holiday -- too.
Another trade expert, Komal Nahta, had on Wednesday said that
'Kaabil' started slow because of 'Raees' in opposition. However, he expressed
confidence that the film will witness an increase in its numbers due to strong
word of mouth. The film industry and critics have given a thumbs up to 'Kaabil'
for its unique storyline.
A romantic thriller, 'Kaabil' features Hrithik and actress
Yami Gautam playing a visually impaired couple.
Tags: Shahrukh KhanMahira KhanNawazuddin SiddiquiSanjay GuptaHrithik RoshanYami GautamRaeesKaabil