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Bollywood Breaking:
In a move that reshapes the Indian box office landscape for Independence Day weekend, Rohit Shetty’s highly anticipated “Singham Again” has reportedly been pushed back from its original August 15th release date. This strategic shift comes amidst rumours of a potential clash with Allu Arjun’s mega-hit sequel, “Pushpa: The Rule.”
While an official announcement regarding “Singham Again’s” new release date is awaited, trade analysts believe the decision signifies a calculated move by the makers. “Pushpa: The Rise” took the nation by storm in December 2021, with Allu Arjun’s swag as the defiant smuggler Pushpa Raj and Rashmika Mandanna’s captivating Srivalli leaving audiences wanting more. The upcoming sequel, “Pushpa: The Rule,” is expected to capitalize on the phenomenal success of the first film, making it a formidable contender at the box office.
A source close to the production revealed, “There’s no point in having two big-budget films like ‘Singham Again’ and ‘Pushpa 2’ fight for screens and audience share on the same day. Both Ajay Devgn and Rohit Shetty are confident in their product, and they believe a solo release will allow ‘Singham Again’ to maximize its potential.” Though the official statement is yet to be confirmed Rohit Shetty and Ajay Devgun are intended for a Diwali release.
This strategic decision isn’t entirely unexpected. Clashes between big-ticket films have historically resulted in divided box office collections. In 2018, the highly-anticipated Diwali releases of Akshay Kumar’s “2.0” and Ajay Devgn’s “Golmaal Again” saw both films struggle to achieve their full potential due to audience division.
However, some industry insiders suggest the delay might not be solely strategic. Rumours swirled earlier about “Singham Again” potentially missing its August deadline due to production complexities. Rohit Shetty’s recent directorial venture, “Cirkus,” faced criticism, and some speculate the director might be taking extra time to ensure “Singham Again” meets the high standards expected from the popular cop universe franchise.
“Singham Again” marks the return of Ajay Devgn as the righteous police officer DCP Singham. This time, Singham is expected to face a formidable new villain as Arjun Kapur will be portraying Antagonist this time and Tiger Shroff might be playing a cop with a grey shade, adding a new dimension to the narrative.
While fans eagerly await a new release date for “Singham Again,” the news undoubtedly clears the path for “Pushpa: The Rule” to dominate the Independence Day weekend. The film is expected to witness a massive opening, especially in South Indian markets where the first part enjoyed cult status.
