The first indication that Veer may not go the Wanted way, was when the collections first dipped on Saturday and later dropped quite significantly on Monday. Republic day (Tuesday) business helped the film get close to the first week numbers of Wanted, but the huge crash on Friday (Week 2) and further drops on Saturday and Sunday has meant that the film is highly unlikely to attain HIT status.
The fact that the distributors share is high from single screens has ensured the “moderate success” tag for the film, but business overall has been well below expectations.
Here is a comparison between Wanted and Veer
| Day | Wanted | Veer |
| Friday | 5.5 crores | 7 crores |
| Saturday | 6.5 crores | 6 crores |
| Sunday | 6.5 crores | 7.5 crores |
| Weekend Total | 18.5 crores | 20.5 crores |
| Monday | 7.25 crores (Holiday) | 3 crores |
| Tuesday | 5.5 crores (Holiday in some parts) | 6.5 crores (Holiday) |
| Wednesday | 2.5 crores | 2 crores |
| Thursday | 2.25 crores | 1.50 crores |
| Week 1 Total | 36 crores | 33.50 crores |
| Friday | 2.25 crores | 1.5 crores |
| Saturday | 2.50 crores | 1.75 crores |
| Sunday | 3.75 crores | 2 crores |
| Monday | 3 crores (Holiday) | 1 crore |
| 11 day Total | 47.5 crores | 39.75 crores |
The table above gives a pretty clear indication as to how both movies have trended, while Wanted opened slow and remained steady, Veer opened better but crashed quickly.
Few other points to be noted
- The multiplex business of Veer is lower than Wanted.
- The costs of Veer is much higher, hence the film needs much more for hit status.
- The lifetime nett of Veer is likely to fold up under 45 crores, with a distributors share of around 25 – 26 crores.
Most likely verdict : Average
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Planet bollywood..
Ahh, I have grown my hair long and worked out my feeble biceps in order to stand tall with Sallu bhai as a barbarian! While some went for Aamir’s “Ghajini” hairdo, I have gone all out…even though I look rather ridiculous! Any other actor would look ridiculous as well, but Salman Khan has proven time and again that he can carry off a look like no other actor in Bollywood. He’s also perceived as the crazy guy with a heart, who tells it like it is…and of course, he is the beloved people’s champion!
Yet, to say that I was not looking forward to this film is an understatement. Don’t get me wrong, I’ve followed Salman’s career for the last twenty plus years, and even have most of his movies on DVD (yes, that includes such “classics” as “Jaagruti”). So, I do appreciate his rather eclectic style of acting (or charismacting as I like to call it as it’s mostly charisma that holds the audiences attention). He’s had his moments though, and recently it seems that he’s been putting more of an effort into the films he is in.
Still, from the author of “Chandramukhi”, one doesn’t expect much. If you’ve seen that movie, I feel bad for you. If you haven’t, then you are one lucky soul. That movie came from Salman’s creative side and was a mish mash of the Hollywood film “Big” and every mystical mumbo jumbo Bollywood cliché you can think about. Oh, and did I mention that it also featured Sridevi?
So, when I heard that Salman had the story of “Veer” burning within his creative soul for decades, I at once shuddered and was curious. Would this film, be “Suryavanshi” part 2? If you recall, in that film, he famously said, “Goodbye, Namaste, Salaam…..Sat Shri Akal”, as he donned the barbarian costume and looked absolutely ridiculous.
Well, I grabbed on to my sword (no pun intended), and as the lights went down in the jam-packed theater I let out a barbaric yell in anticipation. Then the movie began and the crowd was (for the most part) mesmerized. There were cheers, some jeers, some laughter, and more. So read on, for the TUTD, action/reaction to “Veer”.
The concept of the film is based on Salman Khan in his avatar as a writer, but Shailesh Verma and Shaktimaan Talwar (dialogues) write the screenplay. Though the idea for the story/plot is intriguing the leaden pacing and dialogue hamper what could otherwise have been a gripping story. It’s not often that Bollywood is capable of producing a non-cheesy variety of period movie (with “Jodhaa Akbar” being a recent exception), and the story borders on campy at times, which isn’t helped by actors hamming up in certain scenes (Mr. Shroff, I speak of you). If there’s one thing that you can’t go wrong with, it’s bashing the British in apna films. There’s a built in cheer factor in any movie that covers that ground, and that is here as well. Added to that foundation is a love story between the children of two mortal enemies. Salman Khan is Veer; the barbaric yet cultured hero and rebel rouser hero of the Pindaris. Zarine Khan (who purely by chance, looks a bit like Katrina Kaif), plays Yashodhara, the daughter of the Pindaris hated (and stereotypically eeeeeeeevil) enemy Madavgarh (played by Jackie Shroff). Mithun Chakraborty is Veer’s dad, whose dishonor by Madavgarh has to be avenged by his heroic and muscular son.
The story takes the audience from the hallowed halls of London, to the blood soaked battles of India and in between is a bittersweet love story wrapped in a sweet roll crème gone bad. What were you expecting? A classic? No, “Veer” is not a classic, but it’s not that bad either. It’s got the right amount of masala to hold onto the viewer’s interest and cheer for Salman’s heroic avatar.
The film suffers not only with its labored screenplay, but also by the lackluster direction by Anil Sharma. Sharma (“Gadar”) is quite heavy handed and shows a lack of fluidity that hurts the choreography of the fight scenes (though that is not completely the director’s fault, but rather of his and the fight choreographer). The director also shows a distinct lack of ability in being able to bring forth the best from the cast. Jackie Shroff is decent, but in a non-threatening love to hate me kind of way. Mithun Chakraborty has a moment to shine, but I wish he had been given more to do. Sohail Khan is simply the court jester that he always is, though the actor has talent if given the right kind of director. Zarine Khan, is a better actor than Katrina Kaif in terms of expressiveness, but is hindered by her having her dialogue dubbed by another actress, which always takes away from a performance.
Now, let’s get to Salman Khan. His performance is not perfect, but his acting’s flawed facets pull the viewer into the character he is portraying. The silver screen sizzles every time he appears, and he is able to make one believe that he is the title character. It’s not a performance that will win awards for best actor, but it is one of his best and one that will appeal to a lot of people as the hero who will win no matter what the odds. Many critics love to trash him, but no one can deny that the man has a lot of charisma, and is able to carry off revenge tales like no other.
The music by Sajid-Wajid is beautiful and engaging, with the highlights being “Taali” and “Surili Akiyon Wale”. The melodies are beautiful (with mood setting lyrics by famed poet Gulzar) as is the musical arrangement (very tricky with a period film as you have to be careful that the instruments fit in with the time period). Monty Sharma composes a thrilling background score, which should be released as an album that could stand on its own. The cinematography by Gopal Shah shows an adept hand at using the right kind of film filters to emphasize the moods of varying scenes. The fight choreography Tinu Verma is interesting when focusing on Salman, but sloppy when focusing on the larger soldier (army) clashing scenes.
So what’s the final say? The movie is better than a lot of films that Bollywood has released, but doesn’t rise to any form of excellence. Salman Khan has to be respected for putting so much into a genre that doesn’t always do well at the box office and it takes guts for the producers to spend so much money on a film that had so much going against it even before it was released (if the rumors of creative differences between Anil Sharma and Salman Khan are true). Yet, the film should be given a chance to live or die on its own sword (merits). It’s enjoyable, with a performance by Salman that will thrill the audiences, and irritate the would be thespians providing critiques. “Veer” is a flawed but entertaining film that is far more enjoyable than it has a right to be, just don’t go in expecting a richly classy film that emphasizes substance over style and you won’t be disappointed. The film is crassly entertaining…and certainly paisa vasool. As the gladiators used to say, those who live by the sword die by the sword, and so it is Salman’s fans that will prove that the sword is mightier than the critic’s pens (or keyboards).
…Those who live by the sword die by the sword…… hmm realy gud review..loved it.thnx most wanted
To all Salman fans.
i know am a bit late sayin it and its off topic, but Salman kicked ass in da star screen awards. dem kids rocked azwll. its moments like dat, which make me proud to be Salman’s fan. ive watched it so many times and i cant stop.
wat do other Salman fans think
also Salman fans, dont worry VEER is a moderate success. lets hope Salman’s upcoming releases do well. dey certainly seem interesting
its still a flop film!!!!
what else do u expect from the writer of chandramukhi and suryavanshi but a flop…
there are approx 25 states in indoa ..average collection for each state for 2wks is 1,5 crores… and u call this a hit???? surely u guys need to do your maths..!!!
megha u still here talking about veer, guys you know what i think about megha she enjoyed veer so much that shes always talking about the film 3rd week going stll yap yap about it megha i think your in love with the fim hehe
ofcourse i enjoyed the film it was horribe hahahhaha
Naveed I am agree with u Salman gave a rocking performance at star screen awards…he was looking also fresh…that attitude of Salman..is too gd…should not be tensed anytime…should lead a stressfree life…if u want to keep yourself healthy…
megha
dont try to be a so rude. sallu’s fan get frustreait with with veer. dont bother them.plz i request you.
bristi
r u girl thts nice im boy … hahahahah
so wat you think about date???
U supposed to go with Prity…u both r diehard Sallu fan..
Adii….we r not frustrated with veer.. Salman was gd there undoubtedly…so don’t use that again..
Bristi
who says im sallu’s fan????
Adiii..kidding..yaar..i know..u r not..how i can forget u used to be so rude at Salman….
veer is a flop ..r8 megha!! As far as I know 1st week dist. share of veer is placed only 4th to 3i,ghajni nd rbdj(1st week). 4 veer 70% of the collection came from single screen.Try to compare veer with other period dramas..difference will b crystal clear..
@Megha@Adii same person just try to face reality we admit veer didnt get hit status but its average or above average film not flop .Megha i think you should first learn math calculation coz adii using megha i know him.Both of your mentality look same and both of u r one.Stupid
Given advise to fools (ADII,MEGHA,MYSTIC) like given medicine to dead man.
Adii or Megha tm log bohat hasate ho tm dono pagloo ko tmhare ghar wale kaise bardasht krta ha adii tere biwi bhag gae ge shadi ke 1st week or megha tera husband to tujhe hafta baad he maar da ga .Tm dono ke zindage ke kundli to meina bata de confirm ha.HAHHAHAHA
Mystic tm to acha bhale insaan the adii or megha kutia ka sath reh kr tm bhe bandar ban gae.Pagal khana tm teeno ko band krna pare ga
NEW FILM TEEN TATTI (@ADII,@MEGHA,@Mystic River) Hahahahaha
hahahahahahaha shankar u r very jolly
Nice movie name :). shankar.
SALAAM 2 all
&
sallu fans
this sallu haters were not faithful to there stars they had atleast given 1 star 2 star naa,
but wait sallu fans when there star films will come in that page
we will even not going to give – star …
because – also have value so wait and watch at there stars film releasing …
if they will not change the behaviour for sallu bhai hatred ….
then we will not going to give any stars in our reviews
b’coz if they are making sallu bhai let down then see what sallu fans will do for your stars to get down .
Adii and megha are great joker and shamless people.guy’s don’t worry about veer.it would atleast get avarage tag and dabang is what kind of action movie?like wanted or don
now salman bhaai is having all good projects like…….
dabang
tom and jerry
mr india 2
the most wanted
kick
no entry 2
all will be blockbusters dekhna
salman bhaai jindabad………………….
@Zeeshan ..Nice to know about u too.But m more specifically electrical engineer with specialization in computers.
@Mystic River ..let them hate me.I love challenges.The thing is no matter how much they try to insult Salman or Veer what they are doing actually is that they are cementing more Salman’s Space in our hearts.The more they hate him the more we love Sallu.So its blessing is disguise :)
@Azeem n afrid khan ..Thankyou so much.M also proud of u ppl.Keep it up the good work.
Khaled
yes u r write i am psycho and i am getting treatment so be aware of me kion ke Pagal par koi bhi case nahi hota.
Mano i never supported Sallu haters. i always say right and truth, Doesn’t matter it goes to favor of sallu or against.
and dont worry if i will find any akki’s movie bad i will be 1st person who will criticize.
and dont worry about Kajra re because Himesh is also not worry abt that.
@shankar vai read that post again..im nt supporting people like megha or adii..i would rather die peacefully…at my home..:-)
@nauman
you never see your own mistake this is not the first time i corrected you or shown your own mistake so dont say that
next is don’t you support sallu bhai fans bcoz you are like the arm knife bolta kuch hai karta kuch hai samjha
@Hina hmm i did software eng and ms in comp eng from fast Lahore.
Veer achieved average movie status so such expensive movie if get such status i think its great.Otherwise asoka and Mangal panda didnt show magic in boxoffice.Only salman fans power helped veer to achieve this.
Arshan
i am ignoring u
@nauman
that’s good yaar bcoz if you can’t deal or debate with the person you have to ignore him m gkad you did that
Arshan
yes i am looser and u won
now happy ???
chalo ab doodo pio aur so jao shama ko tuition bhi jana hai aap ko