Starring Akshay Kumar and Emraan Hashmi, Selfiee failed to impress at the box office.
Thugs of Hindostan was one of the much talked about films of Aamir Khan but received poor reviews from the audience.
In the world of cinema, success is often attributed to a riveting plot, stellar acting performances and a star-studded cast. However, even with renowned names like Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar and Shah Rukh Khan, box office success isn’t always guaranteed. Here’s a rundown of films featuring A-listers that received negative reviews despite their commercial performance:
Selfiee (February 24, 2023):
Starring Akshay Kumar and Emraan Hashmi, Selfiee failed to impress at the box office. Directed by Raj Mehta, this Hindi remake of a Malayalam film received poor reviews, with a total business of Rs 23 crore against a budget of Rs 100 crore.
Tubelight (June 23, 2017):
Salman Khan’s Tubelight faced criticism for its storyline and Khan’s acting skills. Directed by Kabir Khan, the film garnered mixed reviews despite earning Rs 211 crore worldwide against a budget of Rs 100 crore.
Zero (December 21, 2018):
Shah Rukh Khan’s Zero received mixed to negative reviews from both critics and audiences. Directed by Aanand L Rai, the film, made on a budget of Rs 200 crore, earned only Rs 191.43 crore at the box office.
Thugs of Hindostan (November 8, 2018):
Although highly anticipated, Aamir Khan’s Thugs of Hindostan disappointed viewers with its storyline. Directed by Vijay Krishna Acharya, the film performed moderately well, earning Rs 335 crore against a budget of Rs 200-300 crore.
Heropanti 2 (August 29, 2022):
Despite being a sequel to Tiger Shroff’s successful film, Heropanti 2 failed to make an impact. Directed by Ahmed Khan, the film, made on a budget of Rs 70 crore, earned only Rs 35 crore at the box office.
Cirkus (December 23, 2022):
Headlined by Ranveer Singh and Varun Sharma, Cirkus received poor reviews for its lacklustre storyline and over-the-top comedy. Directed by Rohit Shetty, the film earned Rs 61.47 crore against a budget of Rs 150 crore.
Race 3 (June 15, 2018):
The third instalment of the Race franchise, directed by Remo D’Souza and featuring Salman Khan and Anil Kapoor, was criticised for its weak plot. Despite its star-studded cast, the film underperformed at the box office.
These examples serve as a reminder that success in the film industry goes beyond star power, showing the importance of compelling storytelling and audience engagement.
