SUMMERS: We've just got to talk about these incredible dance parties. There's always a heightened realism in these films, and they just go all-in. It's not afraid to make its action heroes look as glorious as possible. And I think that's something that Indian cinema does that Hollywood doesn't. He just looks like the ultimate action star. And within the first 5 minutes, he's just there, you know, abs rock hard, hair blowing in the breeze. I mean, he has been the king of Bollywood for close to, I want to say, four decades now. SUMMERS: I have to imagine that there are a lot of people out there who are really excited to see him back on the screens. And that, coupled with the return of Shah Rukh Khan, who's known as the king of Bollywood, after a four-year hiatus, I think you've just got the perfect storm for a massive Bollywood blockbuster hit. So it kind of builds on three films that have gone before. But "Pathaan" is also like the fourth installment in a very successful action franchise known as the Yash Raj Films spy universe. And so he's got to contend with double agents, stolen viruses and a whole host of spectacular action sequences to save the day. It stars Shah Rukh Khan as an Indian super spy who is basically caught up in a plot by an international cabal of terrorists who are trying to launch an attack on India. So "Pathaan" is very much in the vein of a "Mission Impossible," "Fast & Furious" film. SUMMERS: So just to get us started, for people who have not seen this film, give us a brief description of what this movie's all about, but please don't give us any spoilers. Film writer Timon Singh reviewed the movie for Empire Online, and he joins us now. And this film is also burning up all kinds of records at the box office with the biggest opening weekend sales of all time for a Bollywood film in India and also here in North America, where it is playing on 700 screens. SUMMERS: Seriously, these videos are incredible. SUMMERS: And with its catchy soundtrack, it is sparking dance parties in India's theaters as the credits roll. UNIDENTIFIED ACTOR #3: (As character) So are you in or are you out? Jetpacks, motorcycle chases down snow-covered ski slopes and a ton of explosions. UNIDENTIFIED ACTOR #2: (As character) They're planning a massive attack, and their target - India. UNIDENTIFIED ACTOR #1: (As character) Ma'am, we have a red flag. Interestingly, there have also been reports in recent weeks that an additional Rs 100 Crore was spent on improving the VFX quality, which would make Adipurush the single most expensive India movie ever made.Īdipurush is scheduled to premiere in theatres on June 16 and will be available in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam audio languages.The Bollywood spy thriller "Pathaan" has all the ingredients of a great action film. Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy (2019) – Rs 200 Crore.Thugs of Hindostan (2028) – Rs 200 Crore.“While it’s an expensive film from Indian standards, it’s not an expensive film given the global standards, because it does involve a lot of technology, which is quite state of the art and used by a lot of films across the world.” Speaking on the delay back in November 2022, director Om Raut shared how the postponement was needed “in order to give a complete visual experience to the viewers” adding that “Adipurush is not a film, but a representation of our devotions to Prabhu Shri Ram and commitment towards our sanskriti and history.”Īccording to Pinkvilla, the movie was made on an outstanding budget of Rs 500 Crore (approximately $61 million), making it one of the most expensive Indian movies ever produced however, everything has to be considered within the context of modern filmmaking, said Raut. The film was then postponed again until Summer 2023 in order to avoid a further clash with Veera Simha Reddy, as well as to revisit the VFX that had come under severe criticism from the original teaser trailer. To see our Indian films, especially one that is so close to me, Adipurush, reach the global stage makes me extremely proud not only as an actor but as an Indian too.”Īdipurush was originally scheduled to release in August 2022 but was delayed until January 2023 due to a clash with Laal Singh Chaddha. Lead actor Prabhas added, “It’s an absolute privilege to be a part of a project that mirrors the ethos of our nation. “This very premiere at Tribeca Festival is truly surreal for me as well as the entire team as we get to showcase a story at global stage that has been very ingrained in our culture! We are truly thrilled and excited to see audiences reaction at the world premiere.”
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