The year 2023 was filled with eager anticipation as movie lovers looked forward to a promising lineup of highly anticipated films. However, as the curtains lifted and screens flickered to life, it became clear that not all that glittered was cinematic gold. Here are the most hyped movies of 2023 that, regrettably, failed to live up to the lofty expectations. From big-budget blockbusters to highly anticipated sequels, these productions left audiences yearning for more, ultimately becoming huge disappointments. Join us as we delve into the realm of cinematic letdowns, dissecting what went wrong in these much-anticipated titles.
1. Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani
We were very excited when Karan Johar announced a coming-of-age romantic drama starring Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt. However, whatever makes Karan Johar’s movies special seems to be missing. There were no heart-touching moments, no powerful chemistry between the lead pair, and no timeless, mesmerizing songs. ‘Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani’ was a huge disappointment for many who grew up watching his classics like ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai‘ or ‘Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham.’ (Also Read: Things That Left Us Disappointed About Karan Johar’s Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani)
2. Bawaal
When the director of the superhit movie ‘Dangal,’ Nitesh Tiwari, announced his movie ‘Bawaal’, our expectations were high. Known for his entertaining movies with powerful messages like ‘Chhichhore’ and ‘Dangal,’ Nitesh Tiwari rarely disappoints. Unfortunately, ‘Bawaal’ failed to impress, neither in its plot nor in the performances of Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor.
3. Gadar 2
The announcement of Sunny Deol’s return to the screen in a ‘Gadar’ sequel thrilled many fans. However, while ‘Gadar 2’ managed to ride on the success of the original movie, the sequel turned out to be a huge letdown. Also Read: Gadar 2 Is A Huge Let Down; Here’s Why?
4. Adipurush
Made on a massive budget of 500 crores, the Prabhas and Kriti-starrer created a lot of buzz. However, when the movie was released in theaters, it faced a lot of criticism. From poorly written dialogues to subpar VFX, weak character development, and numerous plot holes, the movie turned out to be a disaster.
5. Tu Jhoothi Main Makkar
When it comes to romantic comedies, Ranbir Kapoor has always delighted his fans, be it with ‘Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani‘ or ‘Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani.’ However, ‘Tu Jhoothi Main Makkar’ was a departure from Ranbir Kapoor’s earlier movies. Sadly, many felt that Shraddha Kapoor was overly objectified in the movie, and it leaned more toward misogyny than a romantic comedy.
6. Pathaan
There’s no doubt that ‘Pathaan’ broke numerous box office records. However, when SRK returned after a 4-year hiatus under the Yash Raj Banner, our expectations were much higher. ‘Pathan’ became a huge hit because SRK fans were eager to see him on the big screen again. Unfortunately, the movie’s weak plot, action sequences that felt familiar, and video game-like VFX left many fans disappointed. Many would agree that the movie didn’t live up to the hype it generated.
7. Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan
Salman Khan’s starrer, ‘Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan,’ has been in the news for quite some time. Despite multiple title changes, when this multi-starrer finally hit the theaters, it left audiences thoroughly disappointed, leading to a brutal box office failure.
8. Animal
There is no doubt that Ranbir Kapoor’s ‘Animal’ was one of the most anticipated movies of 2023. While Ranbir Kapoor’s performance received much appreciation, the movie turned out to be a letdown. Apart from its misogyny, the film was plagued by numerous unnecessary scenes and sub-plots, ultimately disappointing fans. The illogical storyline, such as the absence of police or law enforcement agencies in Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s ‘Animal,’ left audiences perplexed.
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