Alia Bhatt and Vedang Raina’s ‘Jigra’: Director Vasan Bala Opens Up on the Film’s Box Office Struggles

Alia Bhatt and Vedang Raina’s film Jigra has recently become a hot topic of discussion, especially after its underwhelming performance at the box office. While the film was expected to be a big hit, it turned out to be one of Bhatt’s lowest openers, collecting only Rs 22 crore in its first week despite facing minimal competition.

In a recent interview with Fever FM, the film’s director, Vasan Bala, candidly shared his thoughts on the movie’s disappointing performance. Bala emphasized the importance of delivering at the box office, recognizing that filmmaking is both an art and a business. He stated, “It is my responsibility to deliver box office results because we are in the business of filmmaking. So, something has happened where people have stayed away. They didn’t feel the need to come to the theater.”

Bala further reflected on the unexpected nature of the failure, saying, “We don’t set out to fail. Jigra is a straightforward film with universal emotions, so the flop came as a surprise to me.” He acknowledged that the movie may not have resonated with the audience in the way he had hoped, which is a key takeaway for him as a filmmaker.

Although Jigra did not meet commercial expectations, it is still significant that it managed to pull in Rs 22 crore in its first week, showing that the star power of Alia Bhatt continues to attract audiences, even in challenging situations.

As the team reflects on the factors behind the film’s performance, it is clear that the expectations placed on big-budget Bollywood films are always high. However, Vasan Bala remains introspective and committed to improving with each project. He also mentioned the importance of making sure that any future projects provide value for both the audience and the actors who dedicate their time to the craft.

With the discussion around Jigra still ongoing, fans and critics alike are curious about what lessons will be learned and how the creative team will evolve from this experience.