Arun Kumar, more commonly known by his moniker Atlee, is a famed filmmaker hailing from India. He has risen to fame in his native country due to his exceptional work in the film industry, particularly his success in churning out hit after hit. Atlee is regarded as one of the most successful young filmmakers in Bollywood cinema and is often included in discussions about the industry’s top talents.
However, in 2023, Atlee’s fame has crossed over to Hollywood thanks to the astounding success of his blockbuster film, Jawan. The film’s performance marked Atlee’s first major breakthrough in the international film scene and reinforced his position as a highly sought-after director in India and abroad. So, let’s take a deep dive into Jawan and break down its astonishing success.
What Is Jawan About?
Shah Rukh Khan is a legendary Bollywood actor who has appeared in numerous blockbuster films throughout his career. He is best known for his roles in iconic films such as Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, and Dil To Pagal Hai. However, in recent years, Khan’s career has needed somewhat of a revival – which came in the form of Jawan. However, prior to this, Khan starred in Pathaan, which was a major success at the box office. This glaring success put him back on the map and created a lot of buzz for Jawan.
Jawan is an action packed thriller led by Khan, who stars as Vikram, a man driven to rectify wrongs in society. The plot sees Vikram set out on a mission to destroy the villainous Kalee and make a series of demands of the government, setting the stage for a high-stakes and thrilling confrontation. Despite its action packed premise, the movie also conveys a powerful social message on issues including the dysfunctional political system, difficulties farmers endure, and shortcomings in the healthcare system.
Unveiling the Glaring Box Office Success of Jawan
Jawan hit movie theaters across the world on September 7, 2023. By September 25, the movie had a worldwide release and quickly started building some massive momentum. After returning to epic form with Pathaan, fans of Bollywood cinema were gearing up to see Khan in action again. This, in turn, did wonders for Jawan. Furthermore, Khan did absolutely no press to promote the movie, a bold move that only ramped up the hype for Jawan even further.
By September 29, 2023, according to Red Chillies Entertainment, the production business owned by Khan, Jawan had taken in ₹1,043 crore, which converts to approximately $125 million. To that, the word was out about he film and it kept climbing. As a result, Jawan has now smashed records for the biggest opening day, opening weekend, and opening week in Hindi movie history.
What’s more, the film made it into the top 5 at the US Box Office for September 2023 releases, marking a remarkable moment for Indian cinema. The fact that this achievement was made in only 826 cinemas makes it even more astounding. As of the time of this writing, Jawan has grossed over ₹757.89 crore in India and ₹386.34 crore overseas. This brings the box office worldwide total to over ₹1,144.23 crore, which converts to $140 million.
Will There Be a Jawan Sequel?
After the gargantuan success of Jawan, it seems inevitable that a sequel will follow. After shattering so many box office records, the film has pushed Bollywood cinema further into mainstream pop culture. As a result, both Atlee and Khan are now household names, and moviegoers across the world are keen to see a Jawan follow up. To that, Atlee has confirmed he has plans to make a sequel, however, it won’t be anytime soon, and most likely no earlier than 2026. When speaking with Pinkzilla, Atlee was asked about the possibility of a sequel, he divulged:
“Every film of mine has an open end but to date, I have never thought of doing a sequel to any of my films. For Jawan, if anything strong comes to me, I will make a part two. I have kept an open end and I can come up with a sequel now or later. But definitely will come up with a sequel to Jawan one day.”
For those too impatient to wait for Jawan 2, Jawan is still in cinemas worldwide and is continuing its dazzling climb. Additionally, with the movie being declared the number one Hindi movie of all time, certain streaming giants have become interested. Jawan is expected to land on Netflix within the coming months.
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