After years of anticipation and many delays, Brahmastra starring Ranbir Kapoor, Amitabh Bachchan and Alia Bhatt, which hit theaters on September 9, opening to huge numbers, bringing much relief to the cinemas. The film, directed by Ayan Mukerji, received mixed reviews from critics and audiences, but its reign at the box office seems unstoppable. But both Ranbir and Alia admit that industry support has been huge for the film, even though there was negativity towards Hindi projects.
EXCLUSIVE: Ranbir Kapoor admits there was negativity towards movies before Brahmastra – “Everyone was waiting for good energy to be back”
In an exclusive interview with Bollywood HungamaAlia Bhatt said: “I don’t think I’ve ever gotten that many ‘all the best’ messages for a movie. Everyone wished and prayed that the movie would do well. That spirit of the industry, even before its release, was very special to see.”
Ranbir Kapoor added: “On the first Friday we also saw so many actors going to the theaters to see the film. That was also such a heartwarming site to see, to see that kind of support. Because actors usually ask for a trial or see it in the comfort of their home. We felt there was a lot of support… because there was so much negativity towards movies and things going on on social media, so everyone was just waiting for good energy to get back to the movies.”
Ever since Brahmastra is a trilogy, the second part Brahmastra Part 2 – Devthat will follow Dev’s life will hit theaters in 2025. The plan is to film the second and third parts in line with this.
Meanwhile, Ranbir Kapoor is now embarking on the next schedule of Animal, aided by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, in October. It stars Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol and Rashmika Mandanna. He also has Luv Ranjan’s following with Shraddha Kapoor. It is set for Holi 2023 release. On the other hand, Alia Bhatt has already packed Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani. Directed by Karan Johar, it stars Ranveer Singh, Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan and Shabana Azmi. It is scheduled for release in 2023.
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More pages: Brahmastra – Part One: Shiva Box Office Collection, Brahmastra – Part One: Shiva Movie Review
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