Despite the buzz, 'Fighter' failed to achieve significant opening numbers. The film's subdued reception can be attributed to factors such as the lack of connection with the masses in marketing campaigns, the film's technical theme and lack of emotional connect, and the absence of a strong antagonist.
Trade analyst Komal Nahata spoke on the overall reception of Fighter, calling the film 'lacklustre' with a dull screenplay deeming it to be one the primary reasons why it failed to resonate with audiences. He said, "The film is not as good as 'War' or 'Pathaan' because it is a bad film. There is no other reason.
'Fighter' starring Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone made its OTT debut after a successful box office run. It earned a total collection estimated at Rs 359 crore, thus earning 'Hit' status. The film is now the only Hindi movie of the year to cross the 300 crore milestone in the first quarter.
The makers of Fighter might have taken the Pathaan route and didn't promote the film on a large scale, thinking that it would develop a sense of curiosity among the audiences, but destiny played 'reverse UNO' and the lacklustre promotions made Fighter's reach limited.
I like Hrithik and im happy that he did an aerial action film, also Sid Anand's direction has improved with this one but lets be real, Fighter was not that big of a success to be honest.
Unlike Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan which released in January 2023, Fighter could not pick an impressive pace at the box office. Nonetheless, Fighter managed to score beyond its estimated budget of $30 million within a month.
Filmmaker Siddharth Anand claimed that 'Fighter' failed because 90% of Indians have not flown in planes. This comment has sparked hilarious reactions, with users making sarcastic remarks about other films.
While The Fighter is extremely accurate in retelling real events compared to other biopics, Ward's boxing stats are the only element where the film takes major creative liberties. In the movie, Ward's career record is 30-7, with 20 KOs, when he fights Shea Neary. However, in real life, his record was 34-9 with 25 KOs.
It leans on a clichéd jingoistic narrative, revolving around Pakistan and Muslim characters, ultimately leaving the audience with a disappointing storyline. Despite its flaws, "Fighter" is a worthwhile one-time theatrical watch, scoring 3.5/5 or 7/10 stars for its gripping action and cinematic elements.
337 Crores Worldwide: Emerges as the First Hit of 2024. Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone starrer Fighter released in theatres on January 25. The film has surpassed Rs.
In the end, Patty finally decided to let go of the past and confessed his feelings to Mini. He also reconciled with Rakesh. Taj was rescued, and together with Patty, Mini, and Rakesh, the Indian Air Force soldiers returned.
Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone, and Anil Kapoor star in 'Fighter', a high-voltage action adventure film inspired by the real-life Balakot airstrike. The movie pays tribute to the Indian armed forces and specifically focuses on Squadron Leader Shamsher Pathania, whose aviator call sign is 'Patty'.
In May 2023, a source reportedly told Pinkvilla that Anand intended to work on Fighter 2 after he was done with Tiger vs Pathaan. It is currently unclear whether the film's moderate performance will have any impact on these plans.
The movie “Fighter,” directed by Siddharth Anand and starring Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone, and Anil Kapoor, is indeed based on a true story. Anand clarified in an interview that the film is based on real incidents and portrays events that are already public knowledge.
While the characters and messages are ultimately positive, the movie is filled with boxing violence, some of it bloody, and strong language, including "f--k" and "s--t." There's no nudity, but characters are shown flirting, kissing, and sleeping together.
However, a song from the film was also deleted before its release as the censor board felt didn't go well with the theme of the film. But the makers of Fighter have released the romantic song ahead of Valentine's week.
Because Fighter is about fighter jets, the instant analogy was that it's Top Gun. I think eventually when you saw the trailer, you realise that there is nothing to do with Top Gun.” The filmmaker added, “But the only reference point is Top Gun so they'll say that 'oh they have copied Top Gun'.
The film has impressive performances by the lead actors, especially Hrithik Roshan, who portrays Patty with charisma and intensity. Deepika Padukone and Anil Kapoor also deliver convincing performances as Mini and Rocky, respectively.
The film received seven Academy Award nominations, winning two with Best Supporting Actor for Bale and Best Supporting Actress for Leo, marking the first film to win both awards since Hannah and Her Sisters in 1986.
Factual errors. In real life, Micky Ward was never knocked down during the fight with Shea Neary. In a montage, Ward is shown fighting boxers named Manetti, Collins and Hernandez. In real life, Ward never fought anyone by those names.
So in 1991, Micky Ward retired from professional boxing to concentrate on being a father to his daughter and to work and live a regular blue-collar life. BACK home full-time in Lowell, Ward was doing in his retirement from boxing exactly what he planned to do: He spent as much time as he could with Kasie.
The film 'Fighter' that was made on a budget of ₹250 crore gained momentum over the weekend. Siddharth Anand directorial and film managed to collect ₹197 crore net in India within its 18-day run in theatres, according to industry tracker Sacnilk.
