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★ Salman Khan opens up about releasing Radhe on OTT, the pandemic and working with Prabhudheva!
-May 14, 2021
Fulfilling the commitment was the right thing to do in the lockdown as the fans can get entertained at a very meagre cost as compared to what it would have been if they saw the film in the theatres," the actor says
Superstar, philanthropist and charismatic actor, Salman Khan is a force to reckon with. Indeed, there has been no looking back for him after his film Maine Pyaar Kiya, released a few decades ago, turned out to be a stupendous hit at the box office.
We remember in one of our earlier interactions then, Salman spoke about the anxiety he experienced when Maine Pyaar Kiya was being released. That day he drove on his motorbike down to a theatre in town to watch the reactions of the audience. Little did he know that driving his motorcycle back home would almost be impossible. He averred then, “I remember when I came out of the theatre, I was immediately surrounded by fans. I was not prepared for this. But yes, it was humbling and a different, yet memorable, feeling. I was happy and surprised by the fans' lovable reactions, which was a first-time experience for.
That was then. Today, the superstar is all set to release Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai on an OTT platform on Eid… Was he facing the same anxiety he faced during his debut film? In view of the pandemic, Salman Khan spoke to us through Zoom about his film and more. Excerpts
As much as I am missing the big screen, Radhe is missing it too. This film is made for the big screen, and we had decided that we would be coming out this Eid. We were under lockdown so theatre owners were not in favour of the release and since we all were going through a miserable time, we thought it would be better to give the OTT a go. After things got a bit better, we again announced the theatrical release of the film, but then the lockdown was imposed again. We thought the lockdown won't last for too long, and theatres would be able to operate with 30-50% occupancy, but that did not happen. However, all this I feel happened for the good because what if, God forbid, even a single audience member would have been Covid positive, I would feel this has happened because of us. But, when things go back to normal, we will re-release the film in the theatres.
Could you elaborate on Radhe’s OTT release?
We have partnered with Zee because of which we will face losses along with them. But we decided to bring the film in such unprecedented times so that the audiences could entertain themselves. The film is getting a theatrical release overseas but in India, there are few theatres operating. And, wherever the film releases, we aren't going to get anything major out of it. On other days, we charge 350, 250, and 150 but this time, we aren't charging anything. So, fulfilling the commitment was the right thing to do in the lockdown as the fans can get entertained at a very meagre cost as compared to what it would have been if they saw the film in the theatres. It is good to watch the film in the safe environment of your house.
There are people who aren't adhering to Covid protocols. What message would you like to give them?
What should I tell them? It’s been a year-and-a-half and the second wave is far more dangerous than the first one... It has reached almost every household. I pray for everyone's safety, and urge people to get vaccinated. But, taking the vaccine doesn't give anyone a freehand, it doesn't mean you won't get Covid, hence following protocols is must. I have taken the first dose, and will take the second one in 10-15 days. The problem is our medical infrastructure is exhausted — not only ours but everywhere. There is no space in the hospitals. People are dying because they are not getting beds, and the government centres are full. We have seen a lot of people losing their loved ones or close ones going through 20 days of misery. Hence, we need to be careful of how we conduct ourselves.
The film industry has come forward to lend a helping hand to the people in need. And, it was reported whatever Radhe's earnings are, they will be donated to COVID relief...
We aren't going to earn anything, we are only going to lose. And, the loss will be from our end and Zee's. You all must be thinking that we have decided to release the film because we wanted to earn money. But, we are at loss as we aren't getting a theatrical release. Whatever amount we get from the theatrical release, we earn profits from that revenue. And whatever production costs we have invested in the film, we'll be investing that as well. Last time we donated money to people and the process has be restarted. This time, around 50,000 people from the industry will get an amount, which will help them tide through this difficult phase. We are also arranging some oxygen concentrators. We just hope that things go well for the film industry and the entire world, more so for the daily wage workers.
Your jodi with Prabhudheva is superhit. What brings you together on the same wavelength?
He is a talented actor, director and choreographer. He knows the pulse of the audience and the hero's too
The film also marks a long association between you and Sajid-Wajid. And, Sajid recently said you were the one who boosted his morale when he was completely demoralised...
He lost his brother... In fact his best friend, business partner — they used to work together, and were always together. There was immense love and respect between them. But then he lost him to Covid. It was a huge jolt for him, but he picked himself up and started working hard. And, the songs he made for Radhe were already with me, along with a few others created by Wajid, which comprise of tunes, lyrics, musical stanzas, etc. In fact, I have the content for almost 100 songs — he used to come and sing for me whenever we met, I have kept those songs aside. And in the future, whenever we make a film, and if we can fit the songs that we have, we will incorporate Wajid's work so that the coming generation can listen to his creations. I think he was one of the most talented people who never got his due.
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Radhe Box Office: Salman Khan starrer collects Rs. 93,500 in 2 weeks in cinemas in India :Bollywood Box Office - Bollywood Hungama
Radhe Box Office: Salman Khan starrer collects Rs. 93,500 in 2 weeks in cinemas in India :Bollywood Box Office – Bollywood Hungama
The Salman Khan starrer, Radhe – Your Most Wanted Bhai, released on May 13 on the pay-per-view platform, ZeePlex, and also in cinemas. In India, due to the second wave of Covid-19, the action entertainer released in the first week only in the state of Tripura, that too in just 3 cinema halls. Bollywood Hungama exclusively reported the collections of the film from these 3 theatres in Week 1, which…
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Radhe Box Office: Salman Khan starrer collects Rs. 93,500 in 2 weeks in cinemas in India :Bollywood Box Office - Bollywood Hungama
Radhe Box Office: Salman Khan starrer collects Rs. 93,500 in 2 weeks in cinemas in India :Bollywood Box Office – Bollywood Hungama
The Salman Khan starrer, Radhe – Your Most Wanted Bhai, released on May 13 on the pay-per-view platform, ZeePlex, and also in cinemas. In India, due to the second wave of Covid-19, the action entertainer released in the first week only in the state of Tripura, that too in just 3 cinema halls. Bollywood Hungama exclusively reported the collections of the film from these 3 theatres in Week 1, which…
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Radhe Box Office: Salman Khan starrer collects Rs. 93,500 in 2 weeks in cinemas in India :Bollywood Box Office - Bollywood Hungama
Radhe Box Office: Salman Khan starrer collects Rs. 93,500 in 2 weeks in cinemas in India :Bollywood Box Office – Bollywood Hungama
The Salman Khan starrer, Radhe – Your Most Wanted Bhai, released on May 13 on the pay-per-view platform, ZeePlex, and also in cinemas. In India, due to the second wave of Covid-19, the action entertainer released in the first week only in the state of Tripura, that too in just 3 cinema halls. Bollywood Hungama exclusively reported the collections of the film from these 3 theatres in Week 1, which…
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Radhe revenue to go towards Covid-19 relief work
Radhe revenue to go towards Covid-19 relief work
Salman Khan-starrer Radhe is all set to release on May 13 in theatres, and on ZEE5’s pay per view service ZEE Plex and DTH services. With the country battling against Covid-19, Radhe producers Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd and Salman Khan Films have declared that a portion of the revenue generated by the movie will go towards Covid-19 relief work.
The makers said that they will be donating…
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Film exhibitor associations plead with Salman Khan not to release Radhe on OTT: ‘Films are to theatres what fuel is to a car’
Film exhibitor associations plead with Salman Khan not to release Radhe on OTT: ‘Films are to theatres what fuel is to a car’
Multiple film exhibitor associations have written to actor Salman Khan, asking him not to release his upcoming film Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai on a digital platform. The exhibitors believe that having the film release on big screen might just bring audiences back to theatres after the coronavirus lockdown.
In a letter to Salman, the exhibitors told him of the dire situation of lakhs of people…
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Film exhibitor associations plead with Salman Khan not to release Radhe on OTT: ‘Films are to theatres what fuel is to a car’
Film exhibitor associations plead with Salman Khan not to release Radhe on OTT: ‘Films are to theatres what fuel is to a car’
Multiple film exhibitor associations have written to actor Salman Khan, asking him not to release his upcoming film Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai on a digital platform. The exhibitors believe that having the film release on big screen might just bring audiences back to theatres after the coronavirus lockdown.
In a letter to Salman, the exhibitors told him of the dire situation of lakhs of people…
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★ Top stars reject direct-to digital releases!
10 Dec 2020
Salman Khan has preferred the big screen route for his action drama Radhe that is now tentatively slated for an Eid 2021 release
The mixed response to big-ticket titles shows that audiences for commercial entertainers are not to be found on digital platforms
Despite the uncertainty around the future of the cinema house business, a few top stars and makers of big-ticket films have declined offers for direct-to-digital premieres. Late last month, XB Film Creators, producers of Master, the film headlined by Tamil superstar Vijay, and distributors Seven Screen Studios, released a statement to say they would go ahead with a theatrical release despite an offer from an OTT (over-the-top) streaming service.
Salman Khan has also preferred the big screen route for his action drama Radhe that is now tentatively slated for an Eid 2021 release while actor Kartik Aaryan has added a new clause to his movie agreements stating that these titles will not premiere on an OTT platform, according to a report by movie website Bollywood Hungama.
“If the budget of a film crosses Rs100 crore, which can happen for films featuring the top stars, their expected price will tend to be higher than what a streaming platform will want to shell out," Shailesh Kapoor, founder and chief executive officer of media consulting firm Ormax said.
“Films such as Radhe and Master have a target audience that's very mass, with sizeable presence in small-towns and single screen centres. The paid OTT (SVOD or subscription video-on-demand) consumers are still heavily skewed towards the top 10 cities in India, and stars such as Salman Khan and Vijay probably realize that the film is not going to reach their fan base via OTT," Kapoor added
Hardcore, commercial films do not see OTT as a viable option. These services still cater to an upmarket, young audience that possibly has access to good Internet and big screens.
Stars such as Salman Khan and Vijay have always been pretty clear about that and their belief has only strengthened now," film trade and exhibition expert Girish Johar said.
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मुंबई: आज लगभग सभी बड़े फिल्म मेकर्स थियेटर रिलीज के बाद ओटीटी रिलीज के लिए आगे बढ़ रहे हैं. इससे दर्शकों को मनोरंजन के लिए एक अतिरिक्त विकल्प मिला है. इससे फिल्मों की कमाई बढ़ी है. सलमान ��ान (Salman Khan) ने पिछली बार अपनी फिल्म ‘राधे : योर मोस्ट वांटेड भाई’ (Radhe : Your Most Wanted Bhai)’ को डिजिटल प्लेटफॉर्म ‘जी 5’ पर रिलीज किया था, इस बार भी वे ऐसा ही करने जा रहे हैं.
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Arbaaz Khan-Malaika Arora’s divorce, Radhe, Salman Khan’s marriage: Five times Salim Khan made headlines with his statements
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Trust Salim Khan to give frank opinions even on films that star his son Salman Khan. The veteran screenwriter was asked about Salman’s last film, ‘Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai’ after its release on an OTT platform earlier this year. Salim told a news portal that ‘Radhe’ is not a great film at all, but commercial cinema has a responsibility that every person can get money. According to him,…
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Salman Khan Is Back In Action! Here’s A Glimpse Of ‘Koi Toh Aaega’ From ‘Antim: The Final Truth’
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New Delhi: ‘Antim: The Final Truth’ is one of the most anticipated movies of Salman Khan. This movie will mark Khan’s return to the big screens almost after 2 years and fans cannot wait for the film to release in theatres. Earlier this year, Salman Khan’s movie ‘Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai’ released on the OTT platform and the film got a theatrical release overseas, owing to the COVID-19…
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