He meets Meenamma (essayed by Padukone), the daughter of a don, only for a life-changing experience. Chennai Express’ story revolves around Rahul (played by Khan) who embarks on a journey to immerse the ashes of his great grandfather and takes the wrong train. This action-comedy is directed by Rohit Shetty and is produced by Ronnie Screwvala, Siddharth Roy Kapur, Gauri Khan, and Karim Morani.
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Starring Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone in lead roles, this movie was released in 2013. As Khan did not release his movie this time, let us look at a list of five movies that have been released on Eid in the past, which do not involve Salman Khan. This year, Salman did not release his film for Eid-al-Fitr but Ajay Devgn’s Runway 34 and Tiger Shroff’s Heropanti 2 hit the screens to entertain the audience. However, there are several other actors and filmmakers including Shah Rukh Khan, Karan Johar, and Akshay Kumar, who have tried their luck by releasing their movies during Eid. He is synonymous with Eid release and with movies such as Bodyguard, Bajrangi Bhaijaan, Kick, and Bharat, it is safe to say that ‘Bhai’ has delivered numerous blockbusters during this time of the year. Speaking of which, Eid is also considered to be one of the best times of the year to hit the big screen to receive an overwhelming response by attracting crowds in larger numbers.Īnd, when we talk about Eid, the very first actor that crosses our minds is none other than Salman Khan. Many of them manage to get their slots in Holi, Diwali, Christmas, etc. Normally, my kids don't discuss or talk about my films at home but this film they discussed a lot and I am thrilled they did it," he added.Bollywood actors and filmmakers often look for festive releases for their films to pull the audience to the theatres. My son saw the film Chennai Express with 40 of his friends and they all liked it. I feel very proud when they like my work. So when they start liking something it feels really great. "I never talk acting or films at home, neither they do. The 'King Khan' is also happy that his children Aryan and Suhana loving the film. I don't do the business, they (UTV) said we will give you 40 to 50 per cent (screen space) which we did. A desire came from there (Balaji) that look we are coming on August 15 and can you give us some theatres.
However, there were allegations made by Ekta Kapoor that Chennai Express did not not provide enough screen space to OUATIMD.Ĭlearing the air Shah Rukh Khan had said: "We had booked single screen theatres for two weeks. The release of Ekta Kapoor's Once Upon Ay Time In Mumbai Dobaara last Friday could not stop Chennai Express. He was virtually present at every mall, cineplex and multiple cities trying to connect with the masses.Īnd we must say it has paid off really well.Īs a result of its clever marketing skills, SRK and Deepika Padukone starrer Chennai Express has proven to be the biggest hit of the year, till now. Going by the figures, its SRK's marketing strategy that has made the movie reach such heights. Shah Rukh Khan had said he never keeps a tab on box office collection but with the kind of response Rohit Shetty directed Chennai Express is garnering it is becoming unavoidable for him to not pay attention to the figures.
India biz only.- taran adarsh August 24, 2013
4 films that feature in 100 cr+ grossers!- taran adarsh August 24, 2013 Rohit Shetty becomes most successful director of Hindi cinema: 3 centuries and 1 double century. Now Rohit Shetty's four films including Singham, Golmaal 3, Bol Bachchan, have made it to the Rs 100 crore club, highest amongst all the directors of Bollywood.Ĭhennai Express had also earned the fastest Rs 100 crore in just four days of its release.įilm critic Taran Adarsh tweeted the figures, thus Chennai Express has achieved this feat in mere 14 days of its release.
Shah Rukh Khan's Chennai Express has crossed the Rs 202 crore mark today beating the record set by Aamir Khan's 3 Idiots. Director Rohit Shetty's Chennai Express has broken all records in Bollywood, hence making its helmer the most successful director of Indian cinema.