The disappointing performance of Jigra at the box office has raised eyebrows in the film industry. With its underwhelming opening of ₹4.55 crore, questions are circulating—who is really responsible for the film’s failure? Is it director Vasan Bala’s creative choices or Alia Bhatt’s star power that didn’t quite hit the mark?
Vasan Bala Acknowledges Responsibility
Director Vasan Bala candidly took responsibility for the film’s performance. Speaking in an interview, Bala mentioned how Alia Bhatt trusted him with her choice to star in Jigra. He said, “It is my responsibility to deliver the box office.” Bala admitted the need to analyse what went wrong, but this hasn’t fully shielded him from criticism over the film’s lackluster response.
Alia Bhatt’s Lowest Opener in a Decade
Alia Bhatt, who has been a consistent box office draw, faced unexpected backlash as Jigra became her lowest opening in 10 years. Despite her stellar record, the movie failed to pull in her usual audience numbers, sparking debate about whether this was due to a misjudgment in the project or other external factors.
Pre-Release Controversies Cloud the Launch
Before its release, Jigra found itself surrounded by controversies, from claims of script mismanagement between Vasan Bala and Karan Johar to accusations of plagiarism and casting disputes. These distractions may have taken the focus off the film itself, contributing to its lack of success at the box office.
What Went Wrong?
While the blame game continues, it’s clear that a mix of factors—controversies, possible missteps in direction, and audience disconnect—played a role in Jigra‘s underperformance. Now, both Bala and Bhatt are left reflecting on what could have been done differently to avoid this outcome.