In the glamorous world of Bollywood, where big budgets and star power often dictate the fate of a film, success at the box office is the ultimate measure of triumph. However, there are instances when even the most anticipated movies fail to live up to their expectations, resulting in massive losses for the producers and investors. From Adipurush to Laal Singh Chaddha, here are a series of Bollywood films that incurred a loss of more than INR 100 Crores, leaving their makers in a state of dismay.Â
Adipurush To Zero: Bollywood Movies That Lost More Than Rs. 100 CrÂ
1. Laal Singh Chaddha
Budgeted at a whopping 180 crores, Laal Singh Chaddha, starring Aamir Khan, was touted as one of the most anticipated films of recent times. With a heartwarming storyline and a stellar cast, the movie had all the ingredients for success. However, despite the initial hype, Laal Singh Chaddha struggled to connect with the audience, resulting in a disappointing box office collection of just 50 crores. The film’s failure left the producers reeling from a substantial financial loss of more than 100 crores.Â
2. Adipurush
With a budget of a staggering 500 crores, Adipurush was one of the most ambitious projects in Bollywood history. Starring Prabhas in the lead role, the movie aimed to recreate a mythical epic on the big screen. However, despite the massive investment and the anticipation surrounding the film, Adipurush failed to captivate the audience as expected. The movie managed to collect 200 crores at the box office, resulting in a significant loss of 300 crores. [Also Read: Adipurush Honest Reviews]
3. Shamshera
Featuring Ranbir Kapoor in a dual role, Shamshera promised to be an action-packed extravaganza with a budget of 180 crores. The film had all the elements of a potential blockbuster, including a talented cast and a compelling storyline. However, it failed to generate enough buzz and struggled to make a mark at the box office. With a collection ranging between 65-75 crores, Shamshera fell short of expectations, resulting in a substantial financial setback for its producers. [Also Review: Shamshera Honest Reviews]
4. Zero
Top on the list of Bollywood’s big-budget torturous movies is SRK’s Zero. Directed by Aanand L. Rai and featuring superstar Shah Rukh Khan, Zero was one of the most highly anticipated films of its time. However, it turned out to be a colossal disappointment. The story revolved around a vertically challenged man, played by Shah Rukh Khan, who embarks on a journey to find love. Despite an impressive ensemble cast, the film’s weak plot, nonsensical sequences, and inconsistent narrative made it a painful watch. The movie was made on a massive budget of INR 200 Crores. It merely managed to collect ₹97 Cr nationwide!
5. Prithviraj Chauhan
A historical drama based on the life of the legendary Rajput king, Prithviraj Chauhan boasted a star cast led by Akshay Kumar. However, the film failed to leave a mark. The uninspiring screenplay, underdeveloped characters, miscasting, and lack of historical accuracy made Prithviraj Chauhan a forgettable experience. And, how can we forget to mention the countless mistakes and goof-ups? Despite its potential, the film failed to capture the grandeur and heroism associated with the iconic historical figure. Akshay’s period drama left the audience feeling mentally exhausted The movie made on a massive budget of almost ₹200 Cr managed to collect only ₹68 Cr nationwide. The movie made the massive loss of more than ₹100 Cr .
6. Bachchan Pandey
Featuring Akshay Kumar in the lead role, Bachchan Pandey was an action-comedy film with a budget of 150 crores. The movie had all the ingredients for success, including a popular star and a commercial genre. However, it failed to resonate with the audience, resulting in a lackluster box office performance. With a collection of just 50 crores, Bachchan Pandey suffered a significant financial loss of more than 100 Crores, leaving its producers in a state of disappointment.
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