Shah Rukh Khan feels we analyze cinema too much, says Pathaan and Jawan were not 'massy' films

Shah Rukh Khan is currently in the news for his movie Dunki, that is doing brisk business at the BO. This is Khan's third release of the year, after the juggernauts Pathaan and Jawan, which were massive hits. While Dunki is an emotional roller-coaster, Pathaan and Jawan were said to be adrenaline pumping 'massy' movies, a term Khan does not agree with.


While talking to Zoom, King Khan said that he feels that we analyze films too much, categorizing them as mass-oriented or content-oriented. He believes films are meant for entertainment, regardless of their theme. He further added that he does not see Jawan or Pathaan as mass cinemal; they are simply entertaining films.



While on Dunki, the film has strongly resonated with audiences, particularly those residing in Australia and New Zealand, evoking a shared sentiment of relatability. The portrayal of the NRI experience has struck a chord with millions, prompting them to express the emotional connection they felt while watching 'Dunki.'

As 'Dunki' continues to garner immense love from audiences in Australia and New Zealand, it has also made a significant impact at the box office, marking Shah Rukh Khan's third blockbuster opening in the region this year. The film's success is a testament to the affectionate reception it has received from viewers in Australia and New Zealand, reflecting the widespread admiration for 'Dunki' in these regions.

Shah Rukh Khan's 'Dunki,' despite a non-holiday release, experienced a strong opening day at the box office. Directed by Rajkumar Hirani, the film, which is SRK's third release of the year, has garnered an impressive collection of Rs 30 crores. Notably, it recorded a significant advance booking collection of Rs 15.41 crore.

As the film competes with Prabhas' 'Salaar,' all eyes are on 'Dunki' to observe how it holds its ground and provides stiff competition to the Telugu film.Despite performing well at the box office, 'Dunki' fell short of surpassing the opening day records set by Shah Rukh Khan's two previous releases in 2023, namely 'Pathaan' and 'Jawan.'

'Pathaan' raked in an impressive opening day collection of Rs 57 crore, while 'Jawan' soared even higher with a collection of Rs 74.50 crores across all languages in India. Although 'Dunki' couldn't surpass these benchmarks, it has still garnered significant attention and business.


'Dunki' boasts an ensemble cast, bringing together a talented array of actors including Boman Irani, Taapsee Pannu, Vicky Kaushal, Vikram Kochhar, Anil Grover, and Shah Rukh Khan. The film, presented by JIO Studios, Red Chillies Entertainment, and Rajkumar Hirani Films, is produced by Rajkumar Hirani and Gauri Khan. With a screenplay crafted by Abhijat Joshi, Rajkumar Hirani, and Kanika Dhillon, 'Dunki' is now captivating audiences on the big screen.
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