Alia Bhatt’s latest film Jigra has opened to mixed reviews and, surprisingly, the actor’s lowest box office opening in a decade. Released on October 11, the action drama has so far garnered a collection of Rs 11 crore across Hindi and Telugu versions. Despite Alia’s star power, the film has struggled to captivate audiences, with critics citing a weak narrative and underwhelming performances as major drawbacks.
However, it’s not just the film’s reception that has drawn attention. Jigra has also found itself at the center of a public spat, following accusations from actress Divya Khosla, who is married to T-Series head Bhushan Kumar. Divya took to social media to claim that the film’s box office numbers were inflated. Sharing a photo of an empty cinema hall, she wrote, “Went to Citi Mall PVR for Jigra, the theatre was empty… all theaters are going empty everywhere. Alia Bhatt has bought the tickets herself and announced fake collections.” Divya further called out what she described as the “paid media” for allegedly remaining silent on the film’s poor performance.
In response, Jigra’s producer Karan Johar shot back, stating, “Silence is the best speech you can give to fools.” Divya quickly retaliated, asserting, “The truth will always offend fools.” This exchange has added a layer of controversy to Jigra’s release, with social media abuzz over the heated back-and-forth between the two.
As Jigra navigates these turbulent waters, Alia Bhatt’s fans remain hopeful that the film will pick up momentum in the coming days. Meanwhile, the industry watches as the drama surrounding the film unfolds, raising questions about the impact of social media on cinema and box office perceptions.
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