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The Bollywood entertainment industry is abuzz with drama as a feud unfolds between Alia Bhatt and Divya Khossla Kumar, inadvertently pulling Ranbir Kapoor into the center of the conflict. The tension ignited after Divya publicly criticized Alia's recent film 'Jigra,' which has faced a lackluster performance at the box office. The situation is complicated by the fact that Divya is married to Bhushan Kumar, the head of T-Series, the production house backing Ranbir's upcoming film 'Animal Park.'
On October 12th, following the release of 'Jigra,' Divya took to Instagram to express her accusations against Alia. She claimed that Alia had misrepresented the film's box office numbers, stating, 'Went to Citi Mall PVR for Jigra show. Theatre was totally empty… all theatres going empty everywhere. #Aliabhatt me sach mein Bahut #Jigra hai… khud hi tickets karide aur fake collections announce kar diye.' Divya's post included a picture of an empty cinema along with hashtags like '#truthoverlies' and '#weshdnotfooltheaudience,' suggesting her belief that the media was ignoring the truth about the film's performance.
'Jigra' has indeed struggled at the box office, earning only Rs 11 crore in its first two days. This poor performance has fueled ongoing accusations of inflated box office figures, with critics suggesting that corporate bookings may have been used to create a false impression of success. The controversy surrounding 'Jigra' has left fans wondering how Ranbir Kapoor will navigate this delicate situation. Will he stand by his wife, Alia, in the face of these allegations, or will he prioritize his professional commitments to T-Series, the producer of 'Animal Park'?
Social media has been flooded with mixed opinions about Ranbir's potential response. Some users have expressed their expectations for him to show solidarity with his wife, while others have argued that he shouldn't be expected to choose sides in a personal conflict. However, some fans have taken a more nuanced perspective, emphasizing the importance of separating personal matters from professional commitments. They argue that Ranbir's choices as an actor should not be influenced by social media drama.
Amidst the speculation, some have suggested that Ranbir might not have to choose sides at all, pointing to rumors about the state of Divya and Bhushan's marriage. The feud has also been fueled by allegations of story theft. Divya's film 'Savi,' featuring a similar jailbreak narrative, has been mentioned in the context of 'Jigra.' Both films revolve around a character attempting to rescue a loved one from prison, though the roles and motivations differ. Divya has accused the makers of 'Jigra' of borrowing elements from 'Savi,' further intensifying the rivalry.
The controversy has also extended to the director of 'Jigra,' Vasan Bala, who has claimed that the film's producer shared the raw script with Alia without consulting him. This has sparked further criticism regarding nepotism, with many arguing that Alia was not the original choice for the role. In response to the mounting drama, Karan Johar, a prominent figure in the industry, shared a cryptic message on social media that many interpreted as a subtle jab at Divya's comments. He wrote, 'Silence is the best speech you will ever give to fools,' hinting at the controversy without directly addressing it.
'Jigra' continues to face scrutiny, and its performance at the box office has been disappointing. On its first day, the film earned approximately Rs 4.25 crore, primarily from its Hindi version, while the Telugu dub saw a mere Rs 5 lakh. Reports suggest some morning shows in key Telugu regions had zero occupancy, raising further doubts about its commercial success. 'Jigra' tells the story of a sister's quest to save her brother from a foreign prison, a narrative that aims to resonate with audiences but has been overshadowed by controversy and criticism.