The Bollywood scene faced a tough stretch after the pandemic, with filmmakers finding it hard to get folks back into theaters. Between 2020 and 2022, we saw a mix of hits and major flops, leaving many questioning the future of Hindi cinema. But then, Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Pathaan’ came in like a superhero, changing the game for everyone.
Rani Mukerji, the spouse of YRF big shot Aditya Chopra, spilled the beans on the tough times. Movies that kicked off before the pandemic had a rocky ride. COVID-19 shook things up, pushing many films straight onto digital platforms. Everyone wanted a piece of the streaming pie, but Aditya Chopra stood firm, believing YRF films belonged on the silver screen. The mood at the YRF office was gloomy, until ‘Pathaan’ came along.
Rani Mukerji shared that despite the pressure, Aditya Chopra stuck to his guns. While other big releases struggled, ‘Pathaan’ turned into a blockbuster, rewriting YRF’s story. The film’s success not only saved the day but also brought back the magic of cinema for YRF.