Special report!Bollywood movie tackles illegal immigration fight with box office success

Mumbai: The special report observes that Bollywood films with illegal immigration themes always face challenges at the box office, with recent releases like Dhanki falling short of expectations. When examining multiple films that have explored this theme, a pattern emerges of poor performance despite involving famous actors and directors.

Danki (2023):

Starring Shah Rukh Khan, the film follows the journey of five young men from Punjab who decide to migrate to the UK in search of a better life. Despite the fascinating story, the film’s box office performance is considered to be unsatisfactory considering the high expectations for superstar and director Rajkumar Hirani.

Street Dancer (2020):

The film includes an important track on illegal immigration and depicts the struggles individuals face in London. Despite a compelling story and Varun Dhawan’s star power, the film faces a challenge in winning the sympathy of the audience.

Namaste England (2018):

Directed by Vipul Shah, the film depicts the perilous journey of Arjun Kapoor’s character from Punjab to London. Like “Danki,” the story involves challenges such as traveling by ship and hiding in a container, which contributes to the film’s underwhelming performance.

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Carfila (2007):

The film, starring Sunny Deol, was released on the same day as ‘Chak De India’ and focuses on a Pakistani military officer who helps illegal immigrants invade Europe. Despite its related themes, the film did not receive much attention at the box office.

Refugee (2000):

Abhishek Bachchan and Kareena Kapoor Khan’s debut film revolves around a family of illegal immigrants crossing the border. Despite the novelty of its original theme, the film was an average success, falling short of box office expectations.

Love Sonia (2018):

The film deals with the disturbing subject of human trafficking and showcases illegal transportation to different countries. Although highly praised at film festivals, it fails to translate its critical success into large-scale box office success.

Charo America (1999):

A little-known film about three young men who attempt to immigrate to the United States illegally. The film has struggled to gain attention and faces challenges in making box office returns.

Surkabu (2015):

The film, starring Barkha Madan, is about obtaining a fake visa to enter Canada. Despite having interesting plot points, the film sank without a trace due to limited hype and awareness.

This special report highlights the consistent underperformance of Bollywood films dealing with illegal immigrants and urges further investigation into audience preferences and industry trends.

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Credit: Bollywood Hungama