Baby John was highly anticipated to be one of the biggest films of 2024, with Varun Dhawan in a never-before-seen avatar in this action entertainer.
However, what was expected to bolster the box office quickly turned into a nightmare for the actor upon its release.
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The film failed to capture fans’ attention and became a massive disaster at the box office within its first week.
With collections nearing ₹40 crores, Baby John fell short of becoming the game-changer it was hyped to be for Varun Dhawan.
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While critics and viewers have offered various reasons for the film’s failure, legendary actor Rajpal Yadav, who also starred in Baby John, shared his insights.
He stated that the film’s potential was already diminished when it was revealed to be a remake of Theri.
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According to Yadav, had the film been an original concept rather than a remake, Baby John could have been the biggest blockbuster of 2024.
He also praised the plot and the message about women’s empowerment and safety, which were highlights of the movie.
Varun Dhawan delivered a phenomenal performance in certain sequences, but despite a strong script, the label of being a remake invited comparisons to the original, where Baby John failed to measure up.
With 2025 on the horizon, Bollywood’s Bhediya star Varun Dhawan looks to make a comeback with his upcoming rom-com Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, featuring Jahnvi Kapoor.
It remains to be seen how Varun will bounce back after his recent box office setbacks.
