Pathaan

Bollywood star makes a comeback as an action hero in his first film in more than four years.

Pathaan comes at a time when Bollywood is struggling to attract audiences back to the cinema. A cameo appearance by a major Bollywood star is another highlight of the film. But her shifting loyalties, and real-world distrust between India and Pakistan, add a new dimension to the coming doom Pathaan and his team are trying to stop. But with Khan's irresistible charm on full display, one cannot help but overlook Pathaan's many flaws and just immerse yourself in the action. Veteran actress Dimple Kapadia, who plays Pathaan's mentor, gives a memorable performance while Abraham, while charmingly menacing, is a bit overshadowed by his co-stars. Because Khan, who first earned fame as a romantic hero in the 1990s, is so good at being an action star.

Bollywood emerges surpreme from a troubled time with Shah Rukh Khan kicking up dust as a Bond-like action hero. Pathaan. Source: Yashraj Films. 'Pathaan'.

His heart is Indian, but he belongs to the world — a welcome return to the simplistic but humanistic nationalism of Hindi cinema. The film is also very much in line with the unbridled masculine narratives currently dominating Indian mainstream cinema: SRK may be best known for his romantic on-screen persona but he falls in line here, showing off his bare chest and rippling muscles and, in the process, scorching the screen as a full-blown action hero. Plus, there have already been multiple controversies to keep it in the public eye, including the colour of a bikini worn by SRK’s co-star Deepika Padukone. A lot is at stake when it comes to Pathaan, produced — like the previous titles in the series — by leading production house Yashraj Films. The Hindi film industry has struggled over the last few years, with big budget films failing to make a mark at the box office and political baiting by conservative fringe groups. And that will come as a relief to an embattled Bollywood.

IANS Rating: 3.5. Finally, the much-awaited Shah Rukh Khan-starrer 'Pathaan' hit the theatres on Wednesday. And, expectedly all the pre-release exhilaration ...

Shah Rukh, who needs a box office blockbuster badly, is perhaps the only actor who could have looked lethal with his six -packs and delivering lines in hushed tones that melts Padukone. Such is his impact and following! To match Khan’s young looks, he too manages to sport a dashing fresh youthful look. For this purpose, Jim, who has a past and had been double-crossed by Indians earlier, is hired. Pathaan, a diehard patriot who had retired, is called back by his boss Nandini (Dimple Kapadia). Jim leads ‘Outfit X’, a private terrorist organisation, which is planning to spread a deadly virus dubbed ‘Raktbeej’ across India.

The film directed by Siddharth Anand also stars other top Bollywood stars such as Deepika Padukone, Salman Khan, and John Abraham. Ever since its release on ...

aap sabko aur mujhe kaamyaabi mile (Growing up I only watched films in single screens. “Pathaan has taken BO by storm. “Bachpan mein saare filmein single screens par hi dekhi hain.

Pathaan Movie Review: Film critics and moviegoers have received the recent Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone-starrer well. Check out the following Twitter ...

Pathaan is the fourth collaboration between Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone after Om Shanti Om (2007), Chennai Express (2013), and Happy New Year (2014). Yet some action set pieces falter with CGI (Skates on ice and the jet pack). This comeback of Shah Rukh Khan has proven that there isn’t anyone better than him. Assistant director Palak Mehra said that 2023 has started on a good note and Shah Rukh Khan has proven there is no one better than him. YouTuber Anmol Jamwal, who runs the film review channel Tried and Refused Productions, wrote: “Pathaan is the balance of FAN SERVICE and MASS ACTION that Hindi Cinema was craving for. He is very likeable! Film trade expert Joginder Tuteja backed John Abraham for his performance and said that the actor, last seen in Ek Villain Returns, has delivered one of his best performances till date. Film critic and trade analyst Sumit Kadel said that Shah Rukh Khan brings swag, charm and humour to the character of a spy and shines in emotional as well as action scenes. This is one of his BEST performances till date. He brings tremendous swag , charm & humor in his character of a spy which set him apart from rest. Pathaan Twitter review: The Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone-starrer Pathaan has opened to positive reviews from critics, fans, and moviegoers alike. Will be the first blockbuster of 2023.”

The film is expected to break box office records, but has drawn criticism from Indian Hindu nationalists.

“I have some personal story with every release of (Khan’s) films over the past 20 years. You can support work like his with a tax-deductible donation to Report for America here: “For mothers, he’s like a second son. [How the Indian roadside trucker eatery is being reimagined in Greater Columbus](https://www.dispatch.com/story/entertainment/dining/2022/09/04/indian-roadside-trucker-dhabas-reimagined-across-us-ohio/65465090007/) For sisters, he’s like a brother. [How Franklin County became so international](https://www.dispatch.com/story/news/local/2023/01/01/how-africans-and-asians-made-franklin-county-international/69734781007/) “I love Shah Rukh Khan,” said Anjali Phougat, 40, a Delaware County-based fashion designer who moved to the U.S. [cancelling showings ](https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/hindi/2023/jan/25/right-wing-groups-protest-against-pathaan-in-mp-morning-shows-cancelled-in-some-theatres-2541297.html)at some Indian theaters. [16,000 Franklin County residents were born in India](https://data.census.gov/table?q=B05006:+PLACE+OF+BIRTH+FOR+THE+FOREIGN-BORN+POPULATION+IN+THE+UNITED+STATES&g=0100000US_0500000US39049&tid=ACSDT5Y2020.B05006), and Indians are one of Greater Columbus' [fastest-growing immigrant groups](https://www.dispatch.com/story/news/local/2023/01/01/how-africans-and-asians-made-franklin-county-international/69734781007/). [according](https://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/shah-rukh-khans-pathaan-crushes-baahubali-2-and-kgf-2-at-the-box-office-heres-how-12046882.html) to the Indian outlet First Post. ” “Indian cinema has evolved, and it’s loved globally.

'Pathaan' cast members charged a whooping salary. Here's how much amount SRK, Deepika Padukone, John Abraham took home.

The last key cast member of Pathaan took away a salary of INR 20 crores. Shah Rukh Khan is the highest-paid cast member of Pathaan. Here’s how many crores the cast took away for their role in the

As Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan is in high demand, Yash Raj Films have added new late night shows for the audience. The film trade analyst Taran Adarsh called ...

The Hindustan Times review of Pathaan read, "Pathaan doesn't bore you but does seem a tad stretched in the second half when you're longing to arrive at the climax. But Pathaan will act as oxygen for the ailing lungs of the industry...Controversy brings your film to limelight. Apart from this, several celebrities have also praised the Shah Rukh Khan-starrer and gave a shoutout on social media. Apart from this, more than 300 screens were added to meet the demand, which now stands at 8,500 worldwide, as per Taran. Film trade analyst Taran Adarsh confirmed the development, “PATHAAN’ MIDNIGHT SHOWS BEGIN… Also read: [Pathaan movie review: Shah Rukh Khan's comeback film is high on action, low on logic](https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/pathaan-movie-review-shah-rukh-khan-s-comeback-film-is-high-on-action-low-on-logic-101674629520725.html)

Shah Rukh Khan plays an R&AW agent in the film and Dimple Kapadia plays his boss. Pathaan released on Wednesday, January 25. | Bollywood.

Her 90s stint was also defined by the choices she made in unconventional films such as Rudaali and Antareen. Yet, it is one of the best appearances she has made in a Hindi film in recent times. She was among the most confident ones in that era, putting her sensuality to the best use. Shah Rukh plays a former RAW agent who is part of a special unit (funnily titled JOCR), and Dimple is the senior officer he reports to. Standing tall in front of an artist like Ashutosh Rana, Dimple's act through the film is impressive. Dimple Kapadia plays the role of Shah Rukh Khan's boss in their recent film Pathaan and she is the hero for many other reasons as well.

NEW DELHI: The audiences queued up from early morning, some groggy eyed with lack of sleep, others bright and brimming with enthusiasm at the start of a new ...

The first loud cheer came oddly when the CBFC certificate of “Pathaan” was displayed. Shah Rukh sir is coming back after 4 years and I don’t want to miss this,” an elated Wasim told PTI. Once inside, the wait continued for the film, directed by Siddharth Anand of “War” fame, to start. “Apni kursi ke peti baandh lo, mausam bigadne wala hai (fasten your seatbelts, the weather is going to be turbulent.) A far cry from the dimpled, clean shaven Rahul of so many other romantic films. They waited patiently as their tickets were scanned at the counter.

Pathaan box office collection day 1: Shah Rukh Khan's big-budget comeback delivered the big bucks on opening day. With today being a holiday on account of ...

[Deepika Padukone](https://indianexpress.com/about/deepika-padukone/) and [John Abraham](https://indianexpress.com/about/john-abraham/). [Shah Rukh Khan](https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/decoding-brand-shah-rukh-khan-undefeated-badshah-srk-pathaan-8402379/)‘s Pathaan’s box office performance has been better than expected on opening day, and that too without the help of traditional marketing tools. Pathaan is expected to extend its box office earnings on January 26, Republic Day, and comfortably enter Rs 100 crore club.

Pathaan box office: Shah Rukh Khan's action movie managed to get a great opening. The film's Hindi version earned ₹50-51 crore nett on its opening day in ...

The advance bookings for Pathaan had opened on January 20. In another tweet, he said, "Pathaan has crossed $1 million in the US by Wednesday afternoon." According to him, the film did a business of ₹25.05 crore till Wednesday evening, which was better than what Hrithik Roshan's War ( ₹19.67 crore) made on its first day at multiplex chains. Even before the release of the film, Pathaan had smashed records with its incredible advance bookings. The box office revival will begin with Pathaan, especially looking at its advance booking, which is very rare. Note: Better than War [ ₹19.67 crore], TOH, Thugs of Hindostan [ ₹18 crore] and KGF [ ₹22.15 crore] – (their) entire day numbers at multiplex chains." As per early estimates, Pathaan's Hindi version has recorded a phenomenal ₹50-51 crore nett collection on day one at the domestic box office. He said, "Pathaan takes a whopping ₹100 crore plus gross opening at the worldwide box office. The 2017 period film is directed by SS Rajamouli. The report added that the action film, which also stars On Wednesday, trade analyst Taran Adarsh took to Twitter to share Pathaan's estimated first day collections at national chains. Pathaan is directed by Siddharth Anand, and backed up Yash Raj Films.

Karan Johar took to Instagram to celebrate Shah Rukh Khan's grand return, and the success of Pathaan. He also made sure to clap back at the boycott campaign ...

But Pathaan’s commercial success — the film is estimated to have made Rs 52.5 crore on opening day — is testament to the fact that such campaigns are largely restricted to social media and fringe groups. And love you BOLLYWOOD! The charm, charisma, superstardom, desirability and sheer brilliance of @iamsrk…

Bollywood legend Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan has made a great start at the domestic box office on day one, with the movie's opening day collection surpassing ...

After recording a bumper opening yesterday, Pathaan, as expected, has shown humongous growth on day 2 i.e. Republic Day. Read on!

[Google News](https://news.google.com/s/CBIwo7yAqUE) It has left Baahubali 2 (Hindi) behind by miles and is flirting around the opening day of War and After surpassing records in advance booking, the film attracted an

Film trade analyst Ramesh Bala's early estimates suggest 'Pathaan' will mint Rs 100 cr, globally.

https://t.co/hTO0z2gbcz— Rohit Jaiswal (@rohitjswl01) https://t.co/zBvnLjXulD— Rohit Jaiswal (@rohitjswl01) The spy thriller, which opened to packed movie theatres on Wednesday (January 5), set a new record when it sold about 5,56,000 tickets in advance booking on the first day. Actor John Abraham will play the role of an antagonist in the Siddharth Anand- directorial. Deepika Padukone will be seen playing the female lead in the action thriller opposite Khan. "So many shows in Kerala and almost 80 per cent of shows in fast filling-mode. Film will touch ₹400cr at the Box Office…… Pathaan will turn out to be the biggest blockbuster for ShahRukhKhan…. Bala further added that the movie will rule the 2023 box-office with a whopping Rs 100 crore-plus (gross) collection, globally. Meanwhile, another trade analyst Rohit Jaiswal claimed that 'Pathaan' had swiftly moved towards the Rs 56 crore mark on Day 1. Breaking - 9pm - 11:59pm Shows ALL INDIA (A tier Cities) today SOLD OUT or in Fast Filling mode…… Adarsh also said that 'Pathaan' beats Kannada star Yash's 'KGF: Chapter 1' which collected Rs 22.15 crore on Day 1.

Indian media reports that the film made INR 530m at the Indian box office on its first day.

If it collects an equal or greater amount as its first day, Pathaan will become the first film in the history of Hindi cinema to make INR 1 billion in two days since its release. If Pathaan makes INR 3 billion, it will become the first-ever SRK film to do so. [Bollywood Hungama](https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/box-office-special-features/pathaan-box-office-estimate-day-1-shah-rukh-khan-starrer-collects-rs-53-55-crores-biggest-opener-history-hindi-cinema/) reports that the film set a new record in Hindi cinema by collecting between INR 530m to 550m on its opening day.

Shah Rukh Khan's film Pathaan has earned a total of ₹57 crore on the first day of the release on Wednesday and trade experts believe the film will only see ...

With its day one collection, Pathaan has surpassed the opening collection of Hrithik Roshan's War and is only behind the collections of the Hindi version of KGF Chapter 2. With a gross total of ₹75 crore for the opening day, Pathaan certainly had the best opening collection since the pandemic. Pathaan is the fourth film of our YRF Spy Universe and we are thrilled that we have been able to elevate the cinematic experience of audiences with each film from this franchise. Akshaye Widhani, CEO of Yash Raj Films, said in a press statement, “It is a historic day for Indian cinema and we are humbled to see the love and appreciation that is flowing for Pathaan globally. Akshaye added, “It is a historic return, not just for Shah Rukh Khan, but for the Hind film fraternity and the Yash Raj Films in general. He adds, “We, at YRF, are thrilled with the start that the film has got across India and we are hopeful that Pathaan brings joy to cine-goers globally in the days to come!

'Pathaan', starring Shah Rukh Khan was released on January 25 in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil. The films starring Vijay and Ajith Kumar were released in ...

[Siddharth Anand](/topic/siddharth-anand)directed the movie. Ajith's film reportedly earned Rs 1 crore on the 15th day of its release, bringing the film's total earnings to over Rs 109 crore. [Shah Rukh Khan](/panache/panache-people-101/shah-rukh-khan/profileshow/84757852.cms), the king of Bollywood, is back on the big screen with 'Pathaan'. According to early trade reports, Varisu earned 1.35- 1.50 crore India net for all languages on the 15th day of its release. On January 25, Varisu had a total Tamil occupancy of 23.88%. They are doing exceptionally well, but here is a look at how much they earned on Day 15 after the release of Pathaan.

The Shah Rukh Khan-led 'Pathaan' broke a string of records on its opening day, delivering much-needed comebacks for its star and for Bollywood.

“It is a historic day for Indian cinema and we are humbled to see the love and appreciation that is flowing for ‘Pathaan’ globally,” said Akshaye Widhani, CEO of Yash Raj Films. and continental Europe; and a further $750,000 in the rest of the world. [njoyed a release in over 100 countries](https://variety.com/2023/film/news/shah-rukh-khan-pathaan-100-country-release-1235500251/), making it one of the widest ever outings for an Indian film. [Box office](https://variety.com/t/box-office/) data for Indian films is usually expressed in net – not gross terms – and in crores (units equivalent to ten million). In response, [Shah Rukh Khan](https://variety.com/t/shah-rukh-khan/)-starring spy adventure film “ [Pathaan](https://variety.com/t/pathaan/)” has smashed local records for a Hindi film on its first day of release.