Bollywood sensation Vicky Kaushal recently shared his thoughts on the upcoming box office clash between his highly anticipated film, “Sam Bahadur,” and Ranbir Kapoor’s “Animal.” Both movies are scheduled for a simultaneous theatrical release on the same day, and Vicky Kaushal expressed his excitement for the competition. This candid conversation occurred during the teaser launch event for “Sam Bahadur.”
Vicky Kaushal emphasized that the clash between the two films is not just a clash for the filmmakers but, more importantly, an opportunity to delight and entertain the audience. In his own words, “I think that Friday, we both are gonna eventually hand over our films to the audience. It will be the audiences’ day more than our day. In today’s time, we, as an industry, should give the option of multiple films on the same day to the audience. That’s how we will flourish as an industry.”
The talented actor continued, “We have those many weeks in a year, but as an industry, we cannot limit ourselves to making those many films in a year. We will have to make multiple films and we will have multiple releases on the same day. We have to build an atmosphere where multiple films can work on the same day. We have the strength in the audience, we have the strength at the exhibitor level, so, why not?”
Vicky Kaushal passionately believes in expanding the horizons of the Indian film industry and sees simultaneous releases as a step in the right direction. He stated, “I think we kind of also need to push the envelope now. Given today’s scenario now, the excitement that the audiences have, I think, if they resonate with two films and both films are good, both can work. So, I am as excited for ‘Animal’ as anybody else. As long as it is a great day for the audience. We work for them, not for each other.”
In “Sam Bahadur,” Vicky Kaushal takes on the iconic role of Sam Manekshaw, who served as the Chief of the Army Staff during the 1971 Indo-Pakistani War. Directed by Meghna Gulzar, the film also stars Sanya Malhotra and Fatima Sana Shaikh and is slated to release on December 1, promising a gripping cinematic experience for the audience.
Amidst the discussion about the box office clash, Vicky Kaushal light-heartedly addressed his unique situation of having two films releasing in close proximity to those of his wife, Katrina Kaif. With a smile, he quipped, “Conversations at home… She is excited for my film, and I am excited for her film. And she has not just got one film after my film but she has got one film two weeks before my film also. I am sandwiched between her films, and it is a great spot to be in.”
Vicky Kaushal’s charm and humor shine through as he navigates this exciting and unique chapter in his career, embracing the spirit of healthy competition and support within the film industry.
The audience can mark their calendars for December 1st, when “Sam Bahadur” hits the theaters, and join in the excitement of witnessing two remarkable films on the same day.
