This Shah Rukh Khan-starrer was considered the biggest budget film of its time, yet failed to make a mark in audiences’ hearts.
Shah Rukh Khan has appeared in over 80 films throughout his 35-year career. His movies secure a special place in audiences’ hearts, hoping to see him portray different characters on-screen. In response, King Khan keep on experimenting with various roles for his fans. While some turn out to be successful, others don’t always hit the mark. As was a case with the film Ra.One.
Released in 2011, the superhero film was bankrolled by Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan under their banner, Red Chillies Entertainment. Along with Khan in a dual role, it also starred Arjun Rampal, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Armaan Verma in pivotal roles.
Made under the budget of Rs 130 crore, the film earned just Rs 114 crore in India. Despite heavy VFXs and a star-studded cast, the film performed average at the box office and received mix reviews from the audience. Moreover, Priyanka Chopra also had a cameo in the action-drama.
Ra.One was considered the biggest budget film of its time due to 3D conversion and VFX. This was also Kareena Kapoor and SRK’s last film together. After its failure, the duo didn’t collaborate again for any project.
Filmmaker Anubhav Sinha, who is known for helming movies such as Thappad and Article 15, spoke about Ra-One’s failure. In an interview with Connect FM Canada, Sinha said, “I think I failed Shah Rukh Khan. I did not make a good enough film but it was such a great opportunity, I should have made a better film.”
Sinha was also asked if there would ever be a sequel of Ra.One. “It’s a very presumptuous thought. Such big films happen, you don’t plan them. When I thought of Ra.One, I had just delivered the biggest flop of my career thus far, Cash, and I thought of that film and it happened, which is quite surprising to say the least,” stated the director.
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