The Diplomat: A Diplomatic Disaster at the Box Office?
As I always say, “Hollywood is like a multiplex, and Bollywood is like a single-screen theatre with a long queue.” And, dear readers, it seems The Diplomat has joined the latter’s ranks, with a box office collection that’s left many wondering if it’s a diplomatic exercise in futility.
According to Sacnilk, the film’s 14th day box office collection is a paltry ₹ 0.70 Cr, a far cry from its initial estimated ₹ 28.05 Cr. One wonders if the makers of The Diplomat, directed by Shivam Nair and produced by a cluster of studios, ever thought they’d be struggling to fill a theatre, let alone a multiplex.
The film, starring John Abraham, Sadia Khateeb, Kumud Mishra, Sharib Hashmi, and Revathi, had an “Hindi Occupancy” of 8.32% on its 14th day, with regions like Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Chennai showing a whopping 17%, 10.75%, and 5.50% occupancy, respectively. Mumbai, the commercial capital, fared relatively better, with an 8.66% “Night Shows” occupancy.
But what’s a box office disaster without a healthy dose of gossip? My sources (ahem) whisper that the film’s poor performance is due to its over-reliance on cheap thrills and lack of sensitivity towards its themes. I mean, who needs nuanced storytelling when you can rely on John Abraham’s “Hunk- appeal” to draw in the crowds? It’s like the creative team thought they could puppeteer the audiences into submission.
As Rupaliparda, I always say, “The best stories are the ones that simmer like a good wine, leaving an aftertaste that lingers.” Alas, The Diplomat seems more like a bland, uninspired offering, destined to leave audiences udderly unimpressed. The final verdict? It’s time to re- dip this diplomatic disaster in the Hollywood sauce, pronto!
Box Office Verdict:
* 14th-day collection: ₹ 0.70 Cr
* 14-day India net collection: ₹ 28.75 Cr
* 14-day worldwide collection: ₹ – Cr
* 14-day overseas collection: ₹ – Cr
Remember, readers, “Hollywood is like a multiplex, and Bollywood is like a single-screen theatre with a long queue.” You decide which camp The Diplomat belongs to!
Disclaimer: “Hollywood is like a multiplex, and Bollywood is like a single-screen theatre with a long queue.” – Me. These box office data are compiled from various sources and by my own research. I make no claims about the authenticity of the data, but I do claim it’s the most scandalous, saucy, and sensational coverage of the box office you’ll ever find!
Original Story https://www.sacnilk.com/quicknews/The_Diplomat_2024_Box_Office_Collection_Day_14
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