Despite high anticipation and hype surrounding the release of the film “Pathaan,” starring Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan, the movie received a lukewarm response in Raipur. Crowds at the theater were reported to be less than usual, with the morning show being attended primarily by die-hard fans of Khan or those who are opposed to the call for a boycott of the film.
No incidents were reported in Raipur in relation to the call for a boycott of the movie. However, it remains to be seen how the film will perform in the coming days, as tomorrow is a national holiday and many families may choose to spend their day off watching the movie in theaters. Nevertheless, if negative reviews continue to surface, it is possible that movie-goers may choose to skip the film altogether.
It is worth noting that film industry is no stranger to calls for boycotts, be it for political or personal reasons, and it’s not always successful. The ultimate test will be box office numbers, so it will be interesting to see how the film performs in the coming days. As of now, only time will tell if “Pathaan” will live up to its hype or not.
