Love Guru Beats Akshay Kumar’s Housefull 5 – A Triumph for Pakistani Cinema
In a stunning turn of events at the UK box office, the Pakistani film Love Guru has outshined the Bollywood blockbuster Housefull 5 starring Akshay Kumar. Produced by Humayun Saeed and Salman Iqbal, Love Guru is directed by Nadeem Baig and penned by the witty Vasay Chaudhary. The film features a brilliant star cast including Mahira Khan, Ahmed Ali Butt, Humayun Saeed, Mani Liaquat, Javed Sheikh, Ainie Zaidi, and Ramsha Khan.
Since its release, Love Guru has been setting impressive records at the box office. Within just two weeks, it amassed around 55 crores globally, making it one of the highest-grossing Pakistani films of the year so far.
UK Box Office Showdown – Pakistani Film Takes the Lead
According to recent data reported by Diva Magazine, Love Guru surpassed Housefull 5 by earning £75k in its second weekend in the UK. In comparison, Akshay Kumar’s Housefull 5 pulled in £56k during the same period. The total UK earnings for Love Guru now stand at £266k, which translates to over PKR 10 crore in just nine days.
This accomplishment is not just a win for one film but a reflection of the evolving landscape of Pakistani cinema. A strong script, commendable direction, and a family-oriented storyline helped Love Guru strike a chord with audiences in both domestic and international markets.
Audiences React – “It’s Worth Watching!”
Social media is buzzing with praise for Love Guru. One viewer wrote, “Just watched Love Guru a couple of days ago and honestly, it is worth watching.” Another commented, “It’s decent and family-oriented and has no vulgar scenes like Bollywood films.”
There are mixed responses too, with one user stating, “It’s unfair to compare it with an Akshay Kumar film – he does 24 movies a year!” Another viewer doubted the results, saying, “That was a Bollywood movie, not a Lollywood one which can be beaten.” Yet, these skeptical opinions have been countered by enthusiastic fans who believe that Pakistani films are now competing neck-and-neck with mainstream Bollywood offerings.
A New Era for Lollywood?
Love Guru’s performance at the international box office is a testament to the growing appeal of Pakistani films. With high production quality, engaging storytelling, and relatable content, movies like Love Guru are proving that Lollywood is ready to make its mark on the global stage.
Whether you’re a die-hard fan of Pakistani cinema or a casual moviegoer, Love Guru offers a wholesome and entertaining experience that’s capturing hearts far beyond its home turf.