Indiatimes

‘Munna Bhai MBBS': Vidhu Vinod Chopra reveals how South distributor’s rejection led to unexpected success: 'Nobody outside of Mumbai...'

Vidhu Vinod Chopra revealed that 'Munna Bhai MBBS' faced South Indian distributor rejection due to its Mumbai dialect. Despite no initial audience, a single Chennai screening earned over Rs 1 crore.
Bollywood Hungama

Vidhu Vinod Chopra recalls Munna Bhai MBBS earning Rs 1 crore at a single centre in Chennai after being rejected by South Indian distributors: “It’s the film that made me ...

In an interview with Screen, Chopra revealed that the now-iconic film had a rocky start, with distributors doubting its potential beyond Mumbai. He recalled, “Munna Bhai MBBS opened to empty theatres.
Hindustan Times

Vidhu Vinod Chopra says distributors in South India rejected Munna Bhai MBBS, recalls being told ‘this film won’t work’

Vidhu revealed that nobody bought Munna Bhai MBBS outside Mumbai and said, "Munna Bhai MBBS opened to empty theatres. Munna Bhai MBBS is the movie that made me rich, but that’s because nobody bought ...

From 'KGF' to 'Leo': 'The Raja Saab' actor Sanjay Dutt's top South Indian films

Sanjay Dutt, known for his powerful on-screen presence, is set to star as the antagonist in Prabhas' 'The Raja Saab'. Beyond ...