As 2024 draws to an end, Bollywood reflects on a year marked by significant box-office challenges. While some films soared, others struggled to connect with audiences, leaving a trail of financial and critical setbacks. This year-end analysis reveals seven high-profile movies that failed to make the anticipated impact.
Top 7 Bollywood Flop Movies of 2024
Jigra (Netflix) IMDb Rating: 6.5/10
‘Jigra’ emerged as one of the most notable disappointments. Directed by Vasan Bala and starring Alia Bhatt, the film tells the story of a sister's desperate attempt to rescue her brother from jail. Despite the promising premise, the movie collected merely Rs 55.05 crore, falling far short of expectations.
Sarfira (Disney+ Hotstar) IMDb Rating: 7/10
‘Sarfira’ presented another significant letdown. Sudha Kongra's aviation-themed drama boasted an impressive cast including Akshay Kumar, Seema Biswas, Paresh Rawal, and Radhikka Madan. However, the film managed to collect only Rs 30.02 crore, demonstrating the challenges of converting star power into box office success.
Bade Miyan Chote Miyan (Netflix) IMDb Rating: 3.8/10
The action thriller ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’ represented a particularly striking example of unfulfilled potential. Featuring an ensemble cast of Akshay Kumar, Tiger Shroff, Manushi Chhillar, Alaya F, and Sonakshi Sinha, the film generated significant pre-release buzz. Despite collecting Rs 102.16 crore, it failed to meet the astronomical expectations set by its star-studded lineup.
Yodha (Amazon Prime Video) IMDb Rating: 5.7/10
‘Yodha’, inspired by historical aeroplane hijackings, starred Sidharth Malhotra, Raashii Khanna, and Disha Patani. The film struggled to capture audience's imagination, collecting a modest Rs 35.56 crore. Its narrative, which drew from real-life historical events, failed to translate into commercial success.
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Chandu Champion (Amazon Prime Video) IMDb Rating: 7.9/10
‘Chandu Champion’ represented a unique disappointment in the biographical sports drama genre. Directed by Kabir Khan and starring Kartik Aaryan, the film told the inspiring story of Murlikant Petkar, India's first Paralympic gold medallist. Despite the powerful narrative, it collected Rs 88.14 crore, falling short of industry expectations.
Maidaan (Amazon Prime Video) IMDb Rating: 8/10
‘Maidaan’ attempted to bring the inspiring story of Syed Abdul Rahim, the architect of Indian football, to the big screen. The film collected Rs 71 crore but failed to create the anticipated impact, highlighting the challenges of translating important historical narratives into commercial cinema.
Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video (Netflix) IMDb Rating: 5.5/10
‘Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video’ rounded out the list of disappointing films. The comedy centred around a stolen private video, struggled to resonate with audiences, further emphasising the unpredictable nature of film success in 2024.
The year 2024 demonstrated the complex and often unpredictable nature of the Bollywood film industry. Even films with compelling narratives, star-studded casts, and significant production values struggled to convert potential into box office success.
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