The unexpected wave created by Dhurandhar in theatres has taken trade experts by surprise. Audiences are finally stepping out to buy tickets, bringing some relief to exhibitors.
However, the upcoming release lineup has raised fresh concerns. While Avatar: Fire and Ash is expected to draw massive crowds, doubts remain over Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri and Border 2.
Trade circles believe Border 2 has managed to generate some early buzz. In contrast, the fate of Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri depends entirely on audience acceptance.
Ranveer Singh’s film has already crossed Rs. 500 crores worldwide. At present, similar confidence is missing for Kartik Aaryan and Sunny Deol’s upcoming releases.
Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri is struggling with low buzz. The music has failed to become popular, and its youth-focused theme is not attracting interest.
Family audiences are currently leaning towards Dhurandhar due to its strong content. This shift has further weakened prospects for lighter films at the box office.
Border 2 has also come under heavy trolling on social media. Many users are criticising the VFX quality and questioning the casting choices.
Ahan Shetty, in particular, is being compared to his father, leading to mixed reactions online. These comparisons have added pressure on the film’s reception.
There are also doubts about Border 2’s box office potential. This is mainly because Jaat did not perform strongly after the blockbuster success of Gadar 2 two years ago.
Trade experts expect Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri to open weakly due to the ongoing Dhurandhar wave. Only a sudden turnaround could change its fate.
Border 2 may still work if its patriotic theme connects with audiences. A response similar to Gadar 2 could improve its prospects.
For now, neither film is expected to match Dhurandhar’s success. Reaching or crossing the spy thriller’s figures appears difficult.
This could mean a slow end to the year at the box office. The beginning of the next year may also face similar struggles, as recreating a Dhurandhar-like wave seems unlikely soon.
