John Abraham is one of the top heroes in Bollywood, and he is currently in the spotlight with his film ‘Veda,’ co-starring Shahrukh Vagh. Released on August 15, the film debuted alongside two other major movies: ‘Stree 2’ starring Shraddha Kapoor and ‘Khel Khel Mein’ featuring Akshay Kumar.
Overview of the Box Office Performance
While ‘Stree 2’ is making impressive strides at the box office and ‘Khel Khel Mein’ is gradually gaining momentum, John’s ‘Veda’ has unfortunately been overshadowed. The film, which has been released in Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi, has not received the expected response and is underperforming critically and commercially.
John Abraham’s Response to ‘Veda’s Performance
In a candid interview with Radio City, John acknowledged the film’s lackluster performance while expressing his unwavering support for the project. He stated, “This film did not perform well at the box office, but I stand by it. It has a strong narrative, and I wanted to collaborate again with Nikhil after ‘Batla House.’ Honestly, we are sharing a message through this film that transcends its commercial success. If audiences want to see light-hearted and good films, they will appreciate ‘Veda.’ I respect this film, but undeniably, you have to confront whether it flopped or succeeded by the end of the day.”
Pride in Craftsmanship
John further elaborated, “I take immense pride in the fact that we created a quality film. This is definitely one of the best works from Nikhil and me. Often, when your film does not succeed at the box office, you do feel regrets and disappointment. The success or failure of a film can be unpredictable. However, with ‘Veda,’ we executed every phase correctly. Our actors performed excellently, and each department—from cinematography to action—put in their utmost effort. Audience members will find elements worth discussing in the screenplay, which is perfectly acceptable. We respect everyone’s opinions. But I am proud that we produced a good film.”
Insights and Future Aspirations
In earlier discussions, John mentioned that ‘Veda’ addresses various facets of its narrative. He also indicated that his priority has always been and continues to be achieving commercial success for his films. Unfortunately, ‘Veda’ has now joined the ranks of underperforming films at the box office. Prior to this, he was seen in the blockbuster ‘Pathaan,’ where he played the role of an antagonist. Other recent films like ‘Attack: Part 1,’ ‘Mumbai Saga,’ and ‘Ek Villain Returns’ also struggled to make a significant mark at the box office.
Production and Revenue Details
It is reported that ‘Veda’ was produced with a budget of approximately ₹50 crores. However, within the first ten days of its release, the film has managed to collect around ₹18 crores, indicating a performance well below expectations.
Conclusion
While the box office numbers may not reflect the hard work and dedication put into ‘Veda,’ John Abraham’s commitment to the film and its message stands firm. As audiences continue to seek quality cinema, it is evident that the journey of ‘Veda’ will remain a point of discussion within the industry.
