The sensational box office run of Dhurandhar 2 across India and overseas has clearly lived up to its massive hype. Ever since the first installment turned out to be a surprise blockbuster, trade analysts strongly believed that very few films could withstand a clash with its sequel.
Kannada star Yash initially sounded confident about facing the competition, repeatedly stating that he wouldn’t step back from a box-office clash. However, as the release date approached, the situation changed. His film, which was originally scheduled for March 19, was later pushed to June, reportedly due to major North Indian multiplex chains prioritizing Dhurandhar 2 and limiting screens for other releases.
At the same time, Ranveer Singh’s film is witnessing a phenomenal response, with expectations of record-breaking opening weekend numbers in India. In North America too, it is on track to set new benchmarks, potentially surpassing the opening weekend collections of Kalki 2898 AD.
On the flip side, Pawan Kalyan appears to have faced the impact of this box-office wave. Ustaad Bhagat Singh is struggling, especially in overseas markets like North America, where it is finding it difficult to post even decent numbers.
In hindsight, Yash’s decision to postpone his film now looks like a smart and strategic move rather than a reluctant one, as it helped him avoid a potential box-office setback against a dominant release.
Divi Vadthya Disappointed with Role in Pushpa 2
Actress Divi Vadthya has candidly opened up about her disappointment with her role in Pushpa 2: The Rule, starring Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil.
During her appearance on the Visual Talks Podcast, Divi revealed that she was initially told her character would have significant importance in the film. With those expectations, she joined the project with great excitement.
However, things took a disappointing turn after she watched the final cut. Divi shared that she had dedicated nearly 20 days to shooting and spent another 10 days dubbing for her role, which made the end result even more surprising and disheartening.
She admitted that she felt very upset seeing how her role ultimately appeared on screen. Despite the setback, Divi maintained a practical outlook, stating that in such situations, the only option is to motivate oneself and move forward.
Her comments have now sparked conversations among film audiences, highlighting a common issue in the industry—where actors are promised substantial roles during filming, but their screen presence gets significantly altered in the final edit.