Rajkumar Hirani reveals that Shah Rukh Khan knew that Dhanki was a ‘slow burner’. “He always told me not to expect big numbers from the early numbers” : Bollywood News

Shah Rukh Khan’s 2023 has been nothing short of phenomenal. After a four-year hiatus, he has returned to the silver screen with not one, but three of his blockbusters. pathan, Jawanand Danki.meanwhile pathan and Jawan It set the box office ablaze with its high-octane action sequences and crossed the coveted Rs 1,000-crore mark at the worldwide box office. Danki I took a different route.

Rajkumar Hirani reveals that Shah Rukh Khan knew that Dhanki was a ‘slow burner’. “He always told me not to expect big early numbers,” he says.

The heartwarming comedy-drama, directed by the acclaimed Rajkumar Hirani, opened to a solid opening box office collection of Rs 2,920 crore, but relied on word of mouth to steadily grow its global box office. , the worldwide box office revenue exceeded 292 billion rupees. 30 billion.

In a recent exclusive interview with News18 Showsha, Hirani revealed some interesting insights about Khan’s approach. Danki.Contrary to expectations, superstars did not expect pathanThe box office revenue of Hirani’s films is – level. “After doing two action films in quick succession, Shah Rukh was looking forward to his next. Danki” Hirani said.

“He was happy to do something different, something heartfelt. He was a very intelligent person and knew that audiences were currently drawn to action movies. always told me not to expect big early numbers. Danki. He knew this was a slow-burn movie, one that would capture people’s hearts and ultimately bring families to theaters. He prepared me for this more than anyone, and that’s exactly what happened.I’ve seen a lot of families coming together to watch it. Danki” Hirani said.

Danki It features an ensemble cast with a diverse cast of characters played by exceptionally talented actors including Shah Rukh Khan, Boman Irani, Taapsee Pannu, Vicky Kaushal, Vikram Kochhar and Anil Grover. JIO Studios, Red Chillies Entertainment, Rajkumar Hirani Film Presentation. Produced by Rajkumar Hirani and Gauri Khan and written by Abhijat Joshi, Rajkumar Hirani and Kanika Dhillon. Danki It was released on the screens on December 21st.

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