Actor Varun Sharma, who is currently riding high on the success of his latest release ‘Fukrey 3’, spoke about what makes his endearing character Choocha a common man’s reflection. Varun told the entertainment portal: “I think Choocha is a common man’s reflection because he derives happiness from the smallest of things. He just wants to be happy with his friends at that moment.”
“I think every individual wants to just do that. Be happy in that present moment that he or she is, and be comfortable and spread love amongst the group that one is in,” he added.
The 33-year-old actor made his Bollywood debut in 2013 with Fukrey. He was then seen in Dolly Ki Doli, Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon, Dilwale,Raabta, Fukrey Returns, Khandaani Shafakhana, Chhichhore and Roohi.
“I think every individual wants to just do that. Be happy in that present moment that he or she is, and be comfortable and spread love amongst the group that one is in,” he added.
The 33-year-old actor made his Bollywood debut in 2013 with Fukrey. He was then seen in Dolly Ki Doli, Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon, Dilwale,Raabta, Fukrey Returns, Khandaani Shafakhana, Chhichhore and Roohi.
- 10/9/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actor Varun Sharma, who is currently riding high on the success of his latest release ‘Fukrey 3’, spoke about what makes his endearing character Choocha a common man’s reflection. Varun told the entertainment portal: “I think Choocha is a common man’s reflection because he derives happiness from the smallest of things. He just wants to be happy with his friends at that moment.”
“I think every individual wants to just do that. Be happy in that present moment that he or she is, and be comfortable and spread love amongst the group that one is in,” he added.
The 33-year-old actor made his Bollywood debut in 2013 with Fukrey. He was then seen in Dolly Ki Doli, Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon, Dilwale,Raabta, Fukrey Returns, Khandaani Shafakhana, Chhichhore and Roohi.
“I think every individual wants to just do that. Be happy in that present moment that he or she is, and be comfortable and spread love amongst the group that one is in,” he added.
The 33-year-old actor made his Bollywood debut in 2013 with Fukrey. He was then seen in Dolly Ki Doli, Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon, Dilwale,Raabta, Fukrey Returns, Khandaani Shafakhana, Chhichhore and Roohi.
- 10/9/2023
- by Agency News Desk
The third installment of the enormously popular Fukrey franchise, Fukrey 3, is getting ready to once again release its madcap hilarity on audiences. The Fukrey cast, including Pulkit Samrat, Varun Sharma, Manjot Singh, Pankaj Tripathi, along with Richa Chadha, are back and ready to entertain you again when the film hits the big screen on September 28th!
It all began with Fukrey in 2013 when we were first introduced to this zany, fun Fukrey world. Then, the second film, Fukrey Returns (2017), was released, and another hit was born. Now, with Fukrey 3, director Mrighdeep Singh Lamba adds even more excitement, funny moments, and, once again, a miracle to the adventures of Hunny, Choocha, Lali, Panditji, and Bholi Punjaban.
In a lively and heartfelt interview, Pulkit Samrat and Varun Sharma talked with Stacey about their love of this movie franchise, how much the support of the fans means to them, and so much more!
It all began with Fukrey in 2013 when we were first introduced to this zany, fun Fukrey world. Then, the second film, Fukrey Returns (2017), was released, and another hit was born. Now, with Fukrey 3, director Mrighdeep Singh Lamba adds even more excitement, funny moments, and, once again, a miracle to the adventures of Hunny, Choocha, Lali, Panditji, and Bholi Punjaban.
In a lively and heartfelt interview, Pulkit Samrat and Varun Sharma talked with Stacey about their love of this movie franchise, how much the support of the fans means to them, and so much more!
- 9/26/2023
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Actor Pulkit Samrat, who is all geared up for the upcoming release ‘Fukrey 3’ opened up about his shooting experiences, and shared the difficulties the team had faced while working in the extreme heat of Delhi’s summers.
‘Fukrey 3’ is a comedy film directed by Mrighdeep Singh Lamba and produced by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani under the banner of Excel Entertainment. The film is the third installment of the ‘Fukrey’ franchise, after Fukrey (2013) and Fukrey Returns (2017). It stars an ensemble cast of Pulkit Samrat, Varun Sharma, Manjot Singh, Richa Chadha and Pankaj Tripathi.
Pulkit, who plays the character of Hunny shared: “Delhi has a special place in the hearts of the ‘Fukrey’ family, and the city’s energy is infectious. However, Delhi’s heat can be unforgiving, but having been a Delhi boy, I kinda knew what we were getting into.”
“I trained myself accordingly to stay fit...
‘Fukrey 3’ is a comedy film directed by Mrighdeep Singh Lamba and produced by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani under the banner of Excel Entertainment. The film is the third installment of the ‘Fukrey’ franchise, after Fukrey (2013) and Fukrey Returns (2017). It stars an ensemble cast of Pulkit Samrat, Varun Sharma, Manjot Singh, Richa Chadha and Pankaj Tripathi.
Pulkit, who plays the character of Hunny shared: “Delhi has a special place in the hearts of the ‘Fukrey’ family, and the city’s energy is infectious. However, Delhi’s heat can be unforgiving, but having been a Delhi boy, I kinda knew what we were getting into.”
“I trained myself accordingly to stay fit...
- 9/15/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Actor Pulkit Samrat, who is all geared up for the upcoming release ‘Fukrey 3’ opened up about his shooting experiences, and shared the difficulties the team had faced while working in the extreme heat of Delhi’s summers.
‘Fukrey 3’ is a comedy film directed by Mrighdeep Singh Lamba and produced by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani under the banner of Excel Entertainment. The film is the third installment of the ‘Fukrey’ franchise, after Fukrey (2013) and Fukrey Returns (2017). It stars an ensemble cast of Pulkit Samrat, Varun Sharma, Manjot Singh, Richa Chadha and Pankaj Tripathi.
Pulkit, who plays the character of Hunny shared: “Delhi has a special place in the hearts of the ‘Fukrey’ family, and the city’s energy is infectious. However, Delhi’s heat can be unforgiving, but having been a Delhi boy, I kinda knew what we were getting into.”
“I trained myself accordingly to stay fit...
‘Fukrey 3’ is a comedy film directed by Mrighdeep Singh Lamba and produced by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani under the banner of Excel Entertainment. The film is the third installment of the ‘Fukrey’ franchise, after Fukrey (2013) and Fukrey Returns (2017). It stars an ensemble cast of Pulkit Samrat, Varun Sharma, Manjot Singh, Richa Chadha and Pankaj Tripathi.
Pulkit, who plays the character of Hunny shared: “Delhi has a special place in the hearts of the ‘Fukrey’ family, and the city’s energy is infectious. However, Delhi’s heat can be unforgiving, but having been a Delhi boy, I kinda knew what we were getting into.”
“I trained myself accordingly to stay fit...
- 9/15/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Nov 19 (Ians) Actor Ishtiyak Khan got to work with filmmaker Anurag Basu in the recent release, Ludo. He says Basu treats actors with love and never makes them feel low when they make mistakes.
"This the first time I got to work with Anurag sir and I was really excited for this one because his films are phenomenal. He is the one who already maps out everything in mind, from character's timing to background score and scene timings. He visualises everything in advance which the best thing that I have learnt from him," said Ishtiyak, who has featured in films like Tamasha and Fukrey Returns.
Sharing an anecdote from the set of Ludo, he said: "There was a scene with Aditya Roy Kapur where I was supposed to shout at him. It was my first day on set and was challenging for me. Anurag sir doesn't give scripts in advance.
"This the first time I got to work with Anurag sir and I was really excited for this one because his films are phenomenal. He is the one who already maps out everything in mind, from character's timing to background score and scene timings. He visualises everything in advance which the best thing that I have learnt from him," said Ishtiyak, who has featured in films like Tamasha and Fukrey Returns.
Sharing an anecdote from the set of Ludo, he said: "There was a scene with Aditya Roy Kapur where I was supposed to shout at him. It was my first day on set and was challenging for me. Anurag sir doesn't give scripts in advance.
- 11/19/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Are you fans of Hunny, Choocha, Bholi Punjaban and Zafar from Fukrey? Then there's good news for you. The comedy franchise has been renewed for yet another installment.
The successful series had the first and the second parts hitting the bull's eye at the box office. In fact, Riteish Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar's Excel Entertainment produced Fukrey Returns starring Pulkit Samrat, Varun Sharma, Ali Fazal and Richa Chadha in leading roles, raked in over Rs 100 crore worldwide as well.
Now, in friendly banter on social media, both Pulkit and Riteish almost confirmed an encore to Fukrey.
A source says, "Fukrey 3 has been in the works for some time now. They just needed to announce it and what better than this day to announce it. Fukrey Returns released exactly today two years ago and now, Riteish has raised eyebrows with his response to the post.
While Pulkit questioned if part 3 is in the making,...
The successful series had the first and the second parts hitting the bull's eye at the box office. In fact, Riteish Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar's Excel Entertainment produced Fukrey Returns starring Pulkit Samrat, Varun Sharma, Ali Fazal and Richa Chadha in leading roles, raked in over Rs 100 crore worldwide as well.
Now, in friendly banter on social media, both Pulkit and Riteish almost confirmed an encore to Fukrey.
A source says, "Fukrey 3 has been in the works for some time now. They just needed to announce it and what better than this day to announce it. Fukrey Returns released exactly today two years ago and now, Riteish has raised eyebrows with his response to the post.
While Pulkit questioned if part 3 is in the making,...
- 12/9/2019
- GlamSham
The Bollywood film franchise "Fukrey" now has an animated version called "Fukrey Boyzzz".
Discovery Kids is bringing the animated series "Fukre Boyzzz" based on the Bollywood franchise. "Fukery Boyzzz" will be launched in six languages -- English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada.
Also Read:?From Choocha to Sexa, how Varun Sharma made a mark in Bollywood
"For the first time ever, Excel Entertainment will be extending itself to developing content for kids with 'Fukrey Boyzzz'. This is a huge step forward for us and brings with it, its own sense of accomplishment," said, Ritesh Sidhwani, Co-Founder of Excel Entertainment.
The franchise revolves around the life of a Hunny, Choocha, Laali and Bholi Punjaban. It stars Pulkit Samrat, Manjot Singh, Ali Fazal, Varun Sharma, Pankaj Tripathi and Richa Chadha. "Fukrey" released in 2013, and the second part "Fukrey Returns" came out in 2017. Third part is also in the pipeline.
"The nuances...
Discovery Kids is bringing the animated series "Fukre Boyzzz" based on the Bollywood franchise. "Fukery Boyzzz" will be launched in six languages -- English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada.
Also Read:?From Choocha to Sexa, how Varun Sharma made a mark in Bollywood
"For the first time ever, Excel Entertainment will be extending itself to developing content for kids with 'Fukrey Boyzzz'. This is a huge step forward for us and brings with it, its own sense of accomplishment," said, Ritesh Sidhwani, Co-Founder of Excel Entertainment.
The franchise revolves around the life of a Hunny, Choocha, Laali and Bholi Punjaban. It stars Pulkit Samrat, Manjot Singh, Ali Fazal, Varun Sharma, Pankaj Tripathi and Richa Chadha. "Fukrey" released in 2013, and the second part "Fukrey Returns" came out in 2017. Third part is also in the pipeline.
"The nuances...
- 9/20/2019
- GlamSham
Actor Ali Fazal is all set to feature in a modern-day adaptation of Agatha Christies famous novel "Death On The Nile". The film is toplined by "Wonder Woman" star Gal Gadot, along with "The Man From U.N.C.L.E" actor Armie Hammer and Letitia Wright of "Black Panther" fame.
The film is the second adaptation of an Agatha Christie novel by Irish actor-director Kenneth Branagh, after 2017's "Murder On The Orient Express".
Also Read:?Ali Fazal to share screen space with Gal Gadot
How does it feel to be a part of such a major international project? "It feels good but I'm also a little nervous because I have to start the work now -- the preparation and everything," Ali told Ians.
"Agatha Christie has started following me on Twitter," he declared, and then realising the acclaimed writer of crime novels passed away 43 years ago, quickly explained he meant the Agatha Cristie Foundation.
The film is the second adaptation of an Agatha Christie novel by Irish actor-director Kenneth Branagh, after 2017's "Murder On The Orient Express".
Also Read:?Ali Fazal to share screen space with Gal Gadot
How does it feel to be a part of such a major international project? "It feels good but I'm also a little nervous because I have to start the work now -- the preparation and everything," Ali told Ians.
"Agatha Christie has started following me on Twitter," he declared, and then realising the acclaimed writer of crime novels passed away 43 years ago, quickly explained he meant the Agatha Cristie Foundation.
- 9/14/2019
- GlamSham
Pulkit Samrat who is now making all the right noise recently shared his dashing looks from his upcoming movie Pagalpanti. Pulkit who has delivered a power-packed performance in his movies like Sanam Re, Fukrey and Fukrey Returns is now back with a new movie.
Pulkit took to his social media post giving us a glimpse from the sets. Here we see him wearing a black T-shirt and pants paired up with spectacles against a backdrop of three men who stand with guns in their hands. It seems as if he may essay a negative role in the upcoming movie. His post read, "Do. Not. Touch. My F????D! ???????? #PagalpantiOnSet ?@aunali_19 @rockysoni2668"?
Pagalpanti is produced by Bhushan Kumar and Krishan Kumar's T-Series and Kumar Mangat Pathak and Abhishek Pathak's Panorama Studios. It is co-produced by Aditya Chowksey and Sanjeev Joshi.
It features an ensemble of actors including Anil Kapoor,...
Pulkit took to his social media post giving us a glimpse from the sets. Here we see him wearing a black T-shirt and pants paired up with spectacles against a backdrop of three men who stand with guns in their hands. It seems as if he may essay a negative role in the upcoming movie. His post read, "Do. Not. Touch. My F????D! ???????? #PagalpantiOnSet ?@aunali_19 @rockysoni2668"?
Pagalpanti is produced by Bhushan Kumar and Krishan Kumar's T-Series and Kumar Mangat Pathak and Abhishek Pathak's Panorama Studios. It is co-produced by Aditya Chowksey and Sanjeev Joshi.
It features an ensemble of actors including Anil Kapoor,...
- 7/30/2019
- GlamSham
Known for adding a flavour of laughter to the films he has featured in, actor Varun Sharma says he is not scared of getting pigeonholed in the comedy space.
Varun Sharma, who is fondly remembered as his character name Choocha, made his debut in Bollywood in 2013 with the film Fukrey. He later featured in films like Dolly Ki Doli, Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon, Raabta and Fukrey Returns.
Also Read:?Varun Sharma wants to be remembered for this reason
"I am not scared of getting typecast. It is always good to be cast in films with good stories and content, made by such amazing banners and directors. For an actor it's a task to work in films like these. So to be typecast, comes much later," the Fukrey actor told the publication.
The actor says the comedy genre has given him a lot of love.
"It has given me the name that I have today.
Varun Sharma, who is fondly remembered as his character name Choocha, made his debut in Bollywood in 2013 with the film Fukrey. He later featured in films like Dolly Ki Doli, Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon, Raabta and Fukrey Returns.
Also Read:?Varun Sharma wants to be remembered for this reason
"I am not scared of getting typecast. It is always good to be cast in films with good stories and content, made by such amazing banners and directors. For an actor it's a task to work in films like these. So to be typecast, comes much later," the Fukrey actor told the publication.
The actor says the comedy genre has given him a lot of love.
"It has given me the name that I have today.
- 7/5/2019
- GlamSham
With four films in his kitty and a quiz show on a digital platform, Fukrey?famed Bollywood actor Varun Sharma says this is an exciting year for him as he is not only exploring different characters in movies but also other avenues like anchoring and becoming a wholesome entertainer.
Varun's first digital non-fiction show "Bollywood Buzzinga" started streaming on Ott platform Mx Player earlier this month. He anchors the show.
Talking about the new role, Varun told Ians here: "Of course I am an actor but I consider myself as an entertainer as well. While acting is a passion, hosting is fun. I always had an interest in hosting, and earlier I (have) hosted a few award shows as well. Hosting a game show is quite interactive and non-fictional shows are a part of entertainment."
"So in a way whether I am acting or hosting, I am entertaining my audience.
Varun's first digital non-fiction show "Bollywood Buzzinga" started streaming on Ott platform Mx Player earlier this month. He anchors the show.
Talking about the new role, Varun told Ians here: "Of course I am an actor but I consider myself as an entertainer as well. While acting is a passion, hosting is fun. I always had an interest in hosting, and earlier I (have) hosted a few award shows as well. Hosting a game show is quite interactive and non-fictional shows are a part of entertainment."
"So in a way whether I am acting or hosting, I am entertaining my audience.
- 5/14/2019
- GlamSham
TechnologyData analytics firms study star value, popularity and sentiment generated by a film among audiences, to help producers in their promotion strategy.Priyanka RichiWe often get bombarded on Facebook with commercials of those exact products we were browsing through on an e-commerce website, say an hour ago. We no longer need to search for the next episode of our favourite series on YouTube because it helps us continue from where we stopped. Delivery apps seem to gauge our food choices better than we ourselves do, and we are no longer surprised with these human-like qualities of our machines because data analytics is now a reality and has inarguably invaded almost every corner of our social life. If you are social media savvy and have declared your undying love for a particular actor, your choice of a city or even a dress that you like, by all chances Facebook can hit...
- 1/24/2019
- by Priyankar
- The News Minute
10th March 2017 – This was when Varun Dhawan and Alia Bhatt’s Badrinath Ki Dulhaniya hit the screens and emerged as a major Superhit.
2nd March 2018 – This is when Pulkit Samrat and Kriti Kharbanda’s Veerey Ki Wedding released and is a fun family entertainer.
“Call it coincidence but both films have a wedding as the central theme,” says an observer, “Badrinath Ki Dulhaniya, second in the ‘dulhaniya’ franchise from Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions after Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhaniya, had Varun Dhawan rooting for Alia Bhatt. The challenges that he faced and the obstacles that he clears in order to finally get his ‘dulhaniya’ was what the film was about. Now Veerey Ki Wedding is on the same lines as well. This time around, Pulkit Samrat and Kriti Kharbanda are in love and to ensure that their love finally wins, they need to make sure that their parents like each other as well.
2nd March 2018 – This is when Pulkit Samrat and Kriti Kharbanda’s Veerey Ki Wedding released and is a fun family entertainer.
“Call it coincidence but both films have a wedding as the central theme,” says an observer, “Badrinath Ki Dulhaniya, second in the ‘dulhaniya’ franchise from Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions after Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhaniya, had Varun Dhawan rooting for Alia Bhatt. The challenges that he faced and the obstacles that he clears in order to finally get his ‘dulhaniya’ was what the film was about. Now Veerey Ki Wedding is on the same lines as well. This time around, Pulkit Samrat and Kriti Kharbanda are in love and to ensure that their love finally wins, they need to make sure that their parents like each other as well.
- 3/5/2018
- by BollySpice Editors
- Bollyspice
When it rains, it pours! The adage could well hold true for Pulkit Samrat who is now enjoying three films in a span of mere three months. While his Fukrey Returns arrived in December and turned out to be a smash superhit, he would now have two more releases in March and that too onRead More
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- 2/22/2018
- by Joginder Tuteja
- BollywoodHungama
SandalwoodThe film’s team zeroed in on Priya Anand after her performance in ‘Rajakumara’ won her accolades.Digital NativeDigital NativePriya Anand’s debut in the Kannada film industry with the Puneeth Rajkumar starrer Rajakumara was a huge hit and has been fetching the actor several new offers. According to reports, she has signed a new project in Kannada titled Orange and it will be directed by Prashanth Raj. Incidentally, Orange will bring back the winning combo, Prashanth Raj and Ganesh, after the success of Zoom. The shooting for the film commenced on February 11 and is progressing at a rapid pace. Sources close to the film unit say that when the team was scouting for a suitable heroine to play Ganesh’s love interest in this rom com, they zeroed in on Priya Anand after her performance in Rajakumara won her accolades. The technical crew of Orange includes Joshua Sridhar as the music composer, Santhosh Rai Pataje as the cinematographer and Ravi Varma as the stunt director. Prashanth Raj made his directorial debut with Love Guru in 2009 which fetched him several awards. He then went on to direct movies such as Gaana Bajaana, Whistle and Zoom. Ganesh’s last release was Chamak last year and he currently has a couple of films on hand, including Orange. He also has Nicotine (C10H14N2), which will be directed by Pawan Kumar. The shooting for this film is expected to commence soon and it is in the pre-production mode right now. Priya Anand made her debut with the Tamil movie Vaamanan in 2009. She has acted in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam and Hindi movies till now. Her last release was the Bollywood film Fukrey Returns. For upcoming films, she currently has the Malayalam movie Kayamkulam Kochunni, in which she will share screen space with Nivin Pauly and Mohanlal, and now the Kannada movie Orange. (Content provided by Digital Native)...
- 2/20/2018
- by Editor
- The News Minute
Last few months have gone well for the comedies. Judwaa 2, Golmaal 3, Fukrey Returns – each of these fun filled laughter affairs has emerged as good success at the Box Office. Hence, now that Welcome To New York is set to hit the screens, the industry is hopeful that yet again audiences will give thumbs up to a comic affair.
“Of course, Judwaa 2 and Golmaal 3 were big ticket affairs. These films boasted of big starcast, big canvas, big budget and big presentation. They were catering to masses across A, B and C centers. While former hit a century, latter entered the 200 Crore Club. Then there was a major surprise success in the form of Fukrey Returns. It did double the business of what was expected out of it. For a small film like this to go past 80 crore mark was truly unbelievable. Clearly, audiences wanted their dose of laughs and gags,...
“Of course, Judwaa 2 and Golmaal 3 were big ticket affairs. These films boasted of big starcast, big canvas, big budget and big presentation. They were catering to masses across A, B and C centers. While former hit a century, latter entered the 200 Crore Club. Then there was a major surprise success in the form of Fukrey Returns. It did double the business of what was expected out of it. For a small film like this to go past 80 crore mark was truly unbelievable. Clearly, audiences wanted their dose of laughs and gags,...
- 2/17/2018
- by Joginder Tuteja
- Bollyspice
Varun Sharma had made a mark in Bollywood prior to Fukrey Returns without doubt. But nobody realized that he can be turn to be a crowd puller. He has a major contribution in getting Fukrey Returns cross the Rs. 80 crore mark which is a huge feat. The journey however hasn’t been easy for Varun Sharma, now popularly known as ‘Choocha’ after his character in Fukrey. Hailing from a small town in Punjab, it was the Shah Rukh Khan starrer Darr that played a huge role in his life.
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- 1/16/2018
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
Richa Chadha had a great end to 2017 with her blockbuster move Fukrey Returns; she now has a packed 2018 with upcoming movies like DaasDev, 3 Storeys and Luv Sonia. Apart from her movies, Richa will also star in a music video with Dr. Zeus. Famous international singer and music producer Dr. Zeus who isRead More
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- 1/16/2018
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
Loosely based on the true story of the rescue of 40 Indian nurses held captive by Isis in 2014, Tiger Is Alive (Tiger Zinda Hai) lacks the tautness and twists of the 2012 original, There Was a Tiger (Ek Tha Tiger), but an exciting music score and high-quality fight scenes go a long way toward keeping interest up during its two-hour-45-minute running time.
Thanks to lead Salman Khan's reputation as a reliable box- office dynamo, commercial expectations are high for this sequel, which is expected to beat out a competing comedy, Fukrey Returns.
At the end of There Was a...
Thanks to lead Salman Khan's reputation as a reliable box- office dynamo, commercial expectations are high for this sequel, which is expected to beat out a competing comedy, Fukrey Returns.
At the end of There Was a...
- 12/23/2017
- by Lisa Tsering
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The comic caper Fukrey Returns released on December 8 worldwide. Starring Pulkit Samrat, Varun Sharma, Richa Chadha, Manjot Singh and Ali Fazal, this Mrighdeep Singh Lamba-directed film had a decent opening. The word of mouth is positive and that would surely benefit the film in the long run. In this box office report we takeRead More
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- 12/21/2017
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
2017 has almost come to a close but before we dive into 2018, here's looking back at what really worked this year that was in Bollywood. Interestingly, 2017 proved to be a year for successful sequels that was proved with the success of films like Baahubali - The Conclusion, Golmaal Again, Judwaa 2 or for that matter Fukrey Returns that stormed the box office. On the other hand, big star names found the going a bit tougher with certain big ticket releases underperforming at the box office. However, 2017 spelt a good year for the versatile actor Akshay Kumar who seems to have captured the essence of what works with the audience.
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- 12/21/2017
- by Subhash K. Jha
- BollywoodHungama
The recently released film Fukrey Returns that features the original cast of Ali Fazal, Richa Chadha, Varun Sharma, Pulkit Samrat and Manjot Singh has been doing very well at the box office. The film, contrary to expectation opened on a good note and continued to rake in the moolah as the days progressed. Now afterRead More
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- 12/21/2017
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
The comic caper Fukrey Returns released on December 8 worldwide. Starring Pulkit Samrat, Varun Sharma, Richa Chadha, Manjot Singh and Ali Fazal, this Mrighdeep Singh Lamba-directed film had a decent opening. The word of mouth is positive and that would surely benefit the film in the long run. In this box office report we takeRead More
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- 12/20/2017
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
The comic caper Fukrey Returns released on December 8 worldwide. Starring Pulkit Samrat, Varun Sharma, Richa Chadha, Manjot Singh and Ali Fazal, this Mrighdeep Singh Lamba-directed film had a decent opening. The word of mouth is positive and that would surely benefit the film in the long run. In this box office report we takeRead More
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- 12/19/2017
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
The second instalment in the Fukrey franchise released two weeks ago. Titled Fukrey Returns the film which saw the cast members from the first film return for a second outing was well received by the audience. In fact the film can easily be classified as one of the sleeper hits of 2017. In this boxRead More
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- 12/19/2017
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
The comic caper Fukrey Returns released on December 8 worldwide. Starring Pulkit Samrat, Varun Sharma, Richa Chadha, Manjot Singh and Ali Fazal, this Mrighdeep Singh Lamba-directed film had a decent opening. The word of mouth is positive and that would surely benefit the film in the long run. In this box office report we takeRead More
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- 12/18/2017
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Fukrey Returns has done something that not even those associated with it would have ever imagined. The film has not just gone past the lifetime total of Shah Rukh Khan and Anushka Sharma starrer Jab Harry Met Sejal [Rs. 64.50 crore], it has managed to do that in real quick time, what with the featRead More
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The post Box Office: Fukrey Returns goes past Jab Harry Met Sejal lifetime in 10 days appeared first on Bollywood Hungama.
- 12/18/2017
- by Joginder Tuteja
- BollywoodHungama
The comic caper Fukrey Returns released on December 8 worldwide. Starring Pulkit Samrat, Varun Sharma, Richa Chadha, Manjot Singh and Ali Fazal, this Mrighdeep Singh Lamba-directed film had a decent opening. The word of mouth is positive and that would surely benefit the film in the long run. In this box office report we takeRead More
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- 12/18/2017
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
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The comic caper Fukrey Returns released on December 8 worldwide. Starring Pulkit Samrat, Varun Sharma, Richa Chadha, Manjot Singh and Ali Fazal, this Mrighdeep Singh Lamba-directed film had a decent opening. The word of mouth is positive and that would surely benefit the film in the long run. In this box office report we takeRead More
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- 12/16/2017
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Tera Intezaar, had an extremely poor run at the box office. The film had dismal numbers on the first day and collections didn’t improve over the week due to negative word of mouth. The week 1, as a result, was disastrous at Rs. 1.90 crore and Week 2 was horrible due to lesser number of screens and huge competition from the surprise super hit of the year, Fukrey Returns. Its second week collections were just Rs. 4 lakhs.
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The post Box Office: Tera Intezaar collects Rs. 4 lakhs in Week 2; total collections at Rs. 1.94 cr. appeared first on Bollywood Hungama.
- 12/16/2017
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Firangi, starring TV’s funnyman Kapil Sharma in a leading role didn’t perform as per expected at the box office. It had a wide release due to lack of significant releases. But the film had a poor opening and collections didn’t increase over the weekend as the film didn’t carry positive reports. The Week 1, as a result, ended at Rs. 9.50 crore. In Week 2, it got a really tough competition from the sleeper super hit Fukrey Returns, Its second week collections were just Rs. 76 lakhs. This brings the two-week total to Rs. 10.26 crore.
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- 12/16/2017
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Fukrey Returns is now set for bigger glories, what with collections staying on to be quite consistent in the second week as well. This was pretty much on the cards as there was zero competition from within Bollywood in the current week. However, the fact still remains that the numbers stay on to be quite strong even on an absolute number, as indicated by 3.31 crore that came on its eight day.
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- 12/16/2017
- by Joginder Tuteja
- BollywoodHungama
The comic caper Fukrey Returns released on December 8 worldwide. Starring Pulkit Samrat, Varun Sharma, Richa Chadha, Manjot Singh and Ali Fazal, this Mrighdeep Singh Lamba-directed film had a decent opening. The word of mouth is positive and that would surely benefit the film in the long run. In this box office report we takeRead More
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- 12/15/2017
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In one week flat, Fukrey Returns has emerged as a Superhit at the Box Office. It was a classic case of everything going right for a film which means it opened well, grew well and then sustained well too, hence turning out to be successful venture in a real quick time. The film has collectedRead More
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- 12/15/2017
- by Joginder Tuteja
- BollywoodHungama
The comic caper Fukrey Returns released on December 8 worldwide. Starring Pulkit Samrat, Varun Sharma, Richa Chadha, Manjot Singh and Ali Fazal, this Mrighdeep Singh Lamba-directed film had a decent opening. The word of mouth is positive and that would surely benefit the film in the long run. In this box office report we takeRead More
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- 12/14/2017
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Fukrey Returns is managing to achieve the kind of feat that on one would not have expected from it right through its making or even till day of release. It is all set to go past the Rs. 50 crore mark in just one week, what with Rs. 4.30 crore more coming in on Wednesday. With this the overall total stands at Rs. 46.65 crore and that is simply superb.
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- 12/14/2017
- by Joginder Tuteja
- BollywoodHungama
The comic caper Fukrey Returns released on December 8 worldwide. Starring Pulkit Samrat, Varun Sharma, Richa Chadha, Manjot Singh and Ali Fazal, this Mrighdeep Singh Lamba-directed film had a decent opening. The word of mouth is positive and that would surely benefit the film in the long run. In this box office report we takeRead More
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- 12/13/2017
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Fukrey Returns is maintaining a steady run rate as the Rs. 40 crore milestone has been surpassed in just five days flat. The film gathered Rs. 5.05 crore on Tuesday which is a good number again. With this, the overall total has reached Rs. 42.35 crore, hence ensuring that the Rs. 50 crore total wouldRead More
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- 12/13/2017
- by Joginder Tuteja
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The surprise success of Mrigdeep Lamba’s Fukrey Returns has brought a smile to the frowning face of the film fraternity. The film which earned approximately Rs. 8.10 crores on Friday leapt to around Rs. 11.30 crores on Saturday. It has garnered approximately Rs. 32.20 crores over the weekend, which is astounding. The film’s team is over the moon. Says actor Varun Sharma who plays the popular character Choocha,Read More
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- 12/13/2017
- by Subhash K. Jha
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The comic caper Fukrey Returns released on December 8 worldwide. Starring Pulkit Samrat, Varun Sharma, Richa Chadha, Manjot Singh and Ali Fazal, this Mrighdeep Singh Lamba-directed film had a decent opening. The word of mouth is positive and that would surely benefit the film in the long run. In this box office report we takeRead More
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- 12/12/2017
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
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The comic caper Fukrey Returns released on December 8 worldwide. Starring Pulkit Samrat, Varun Sharma, Richa Chadha, Manjot Singh and Ali Fazal, this Mrighdeep Singh Lamba-directed film had a decent opening. The word of mouth is positive and that would surely benefit the film in the long run. In this box office report we takeRead More
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- 12/11/2017
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Fukrey Returns has embarked on a decent start in the overseas markets. The movie has collected approx. 755k Usd [Rs. 4.86 cr.] at the close of the opening weekend. Weekend: 8 December – 10 December, 2017 United States of America Rank Movie Weekend Weekend Gross ($) Screens Total Gross ($) Total Gross (Inr) 25 FukreyRead More
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- 12/11/2017
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Earlier this year when Jagga Jasoos and Half Girlfriend released, expectations were of a good weekend on the cards. However, neither of the films really met expectations though the weekend numbers were still decent enough at Rs. 33.17 crore and Rs. 32.04 crore respectively. The next best weekend number of the year after these two filmsRead More
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- 12/11/2017
- by Joginder Tuteja
- BollywoodHungama
The comic caper Fukrey Returns released on December 8 worldwide. Starring Pulkit Samrat, Varun Sharma, Richa Chadha, Manjot Singh and Ali Fazal, this Mrighdeep Singh Lamba-directed film had a decent opening. The word of mouth is positive and that would surely benefit the film in the long run. In this box office report we takeRead More
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- 12/10/2017
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Fukrey Returns is a Hit. After a very good Friday which defied all expectations, the film grew further on Saturday, hence establishing loud and clear that it has been accepted well by the audiences. Though there were some stray apprehensions around whether the film would be able to live up to the new expectations especiallyRead More
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- 12/10/2017
- by Joginder Tuteja
- BollywoodHungama
The comic caper Fukrey Returns released on December 8 worldwide. Starring Pulkit Samrat, Varun Sharma, Richa Chadha, Manjot Singh and Ali Fazal, this Mrighdeep Singh Lamba-directed film had a decent opening. The word of mouth is positive and that would surely benefit the film in the long run. In this box office report we takeRead More
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- 12/9/2017
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Pulkit Samrat gave his fans a treat on Instagram today by posting a smoking hot bathroom selfie, displaying his hot abs. He tells his fans that Fukrey Returns marketing head Vishal Ramchandani predicted that the film’s first day collections would be at Rs. 8 crores. Pulkit didn’t think and told Vishal that he’ll post a bathroom selfie if he loses the bet. Pulkit lost the bet since the film opened at Rs. 8.10 crore. He then took no time in doing the needful.
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- 12/9/2017
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The comic caper Fukrey Returns released on December 8 across the globe. Starring Pulkit Samrat, Varun Sharma, Richa Chadha, Manjot Singh and Ali Fazal, this Mrighdeep Singh Lamba directed film came at a great time when there was no other significant Hindi film playing in theatres. The promos were quirky and the marketing was doneRead More
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The post Box Office: Worldwide collections and day wise break up of Fukrey Returns appeared first on Bollywood Hungama.
- 12/9/2017
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
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The comic caper Fukrey Returns released on December 8 worldwide. Starring Pulkit Samrat, Varun Sharma, Richa Chadha, Manjot Singh and Ali Fazal, this Mrighdeep Singh Lamba-directed film had a decent opening. The word of mouth is positive and that would surely benefit the film in the long run. In this box office report we takeRead More
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The post Box Office: Fukrey Returns Day 1 in overseas appeared first on Bollywood Hungama.
- 12/8/2017
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
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