Dangal has finally released all across the world today, following some promising teasers, videos and reviews. As everyone knew, Dangal would be an immediate success among the audience because of two main reasons, first being Mr Perfectionist Aamir Khan and second being the compelling storyline.
Dangal is more than just any Bollywood or sports movie, it’s about Mahavir Singh Phogat and his daughters, Geeta and Babita’s struggle to achieve what they have always dreamt of. The movie is about women empowerment and struggles that every sportsman has to go through.
The movie already has some great reviews to its name and praises from some of the big names in the industry and the audience:
Dangal!! WHAT A FILM! Fully Dhaakad!So inspiring & entertaining with such amazing performances. @aamir_khan sir you make us proud! Hats off!
— Kriti Sanon (@kritisanon) December 23, 2016
https://twitter.com/sonakshisinha/status/812138321820282881
Shaabbaashh …!!! 🌟🌟🌟Can t stop thinking what a superlative film #Dangal Aamir has made , the risks he has taken&dedication he has put in.
— Juhi Chawla (@iam_juhi) December 23, 2016
#Dangal is perfection in every department of film making.This film will stay in my heart for a long time. Superb casting of brilliant actors
— Arshad Warsi (@ArshadWarsi) December 23, 2016
Doesn't "Dangal" make all the award functions that have happened so far without including it, redundant ?? #justasking
— Anurag Kashyap (@anuragkashyap72) December 22, 2016
My Family saw #Dangal today evening and thought it was a much better film than #Sultan. Love u personally Aamir but hate u professionally ! pic.twitter.com/sJlDG7u95c
— Salman Khan (@BeingSalmanKhan) December 22, 2016
However, there are some other people too, who are not with Aamir Khan. Last year, Khan became the centre of controversy due to his statement on India being an intolerant country. He was thrashed and bashed a lot on media and on the Internet, and it seems that the people have not forgotten it, yet.
#BoycottDangal was trending today on twitter, one because of his earlier remarks and two, because, few days back in an interview, Aamir said about India being tolerant. After this statement, Twitterati were back again and started calling Aamir’s statement a publicity stunt and decided to boycott the film.
Here are the tweets:
https://twitter.com/Tweetutva/status/811917259979493376
https://twitter.com/me_sourish/status/812159092697530368
He himself doesn't know how 2 respect Motherland then how can he give message of women empowerment? It's all about the money #BoycottDangal pic.twitter.com/pIaMjSkMjZ
— Karn (@01Karn) December 23, 2016
Dear Amir Khan, We have not forgot your intolerance remarks against my India. #BoycottDangal
— Mahesh Herambha (@MahiHerambha) December 23, 2016
https://twitter.com/socialmediatbn/status/812223617953972224
If you have an iota of self respect left you will #BoycottDangal and not give a single rupee to someone who calls you intolerant…
— FASCIST ਅੰਕੁਰ ਜੈਨ अंकुर जैन – जय श्री राम। (@vastalitech) December 23, 2016
While some have already made plans to watch Dangal, some have decided to boycott it, however, according to Trade Analyst, Taran Adarsh, the film is going to be a massive success on the box-office and in the number game. The movie has already started with a good beginning in both national and international market.
#Dangal takes a SUPERB start in key intl markets…
UAE-GCC: Thu AED 2.5 million [₹ 4.62 cr]
UK: Thu previews £ 118,487 [₹ 98.67 lacs]— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) December 23, 2016
#Dangal advance booking is TERRIFIC… Armed with TREMENDOUS critical acclaim + AWESOME word of mouth, this movie will be a game changer!
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) December 23, 2016
Let's begin the day with some heartening news… #Dangal morning shows open to packed houses… Respite for the industry, finally!
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) December 23, 2016
#Dangal [released in USA-Canada on Wed] embarks on a FLYING START…
USA: $ 282,280
Canada: $ 42,816
Total: $ 325,096 [₹ 2.21 cr] @Rentrak— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) December 22, 2016
Now the question arises, would Dangal be able to have a much bigger collection than Sultan and whether or not, it would be able to break PK’s record?
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23 December 2016
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