Despite a steady decline in collections and reports of canceled shows, Varun Dhawan's latest film Baby John has seen an uptick in box office earnings, pushing its total domestic earnings to ₹23.90 crore. The film faced tough competition from Pushpa 2 but managed to pull in ₹4.25 crore on its fourth day, showing signs of a potential recovery.
Varun Dhawan's 'Bawaal' Faces Production Issues, Release Date Pushed Back
Amidst the recent box office success of Varun Dhawan's latest film "Bhediya," the production of his upcoming film "Bawaal" has encountered some setbacks.
Box Office Earnings and Competition
Despite a lackluster opening weekend for "Bhediya," the film has gradually gained momentum and witnessed an upsurge in collections. As of its fourth day, the film has amassed a total of ₹23.90 crore in domestic earnings. While "Bhediya" faced stiff competition from "Pushpa 2: The Rise," it managed to garner a notable ₹4.25 crore on its fourth day, indicating a potential recovery.
Production Issues and Release Date Delay
However, the production of "Bawaal" has hit a snag. The film, initially scheduled for release in April 2023, has been postponed due to delays in obtaining necessary permissions for international filming. The new release date is yet to be announced.
Background
Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, "Bawaal" is an action-adventure film that stars Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor in the lead roles. The film was announced in March 2022 and principal photography commenced in April.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
1. What is the reason for the production delay of "Bawaal"?
A. Delays in obtaining permissions for international filming.
2. What is the new release date for "Bawaal"?
A. The new release date has not yet been announced.
3. What is the box office performance of "Bhediya"?
A. "Bhediya" has witnessed a gradual uptick in collections, earning a total of ₹23.90 crore in domestic earnings as of its fourth day.
4. What were the challenges faced by "Bhediya" at the box office?
A. "Bhediya" faced stiff competition from "Pushpa 2: The Rise."
5. What is the plot of "Bawaal"?
A. "Bawaal" is an action-adventure film that follows a young couple on a journey filled with adrenaline and emotions.
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