CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: A pivotal moment in the career of Bollywood’s “Box Office Sultan,” Salman Khan, is one he might never wish to revisit. Despite its hefty ₹19 crore budget, this film failed to win audiences’ hearts, earning only ₹2.29 crore at the box office and marking a significant flop in his career.
Marigold: The Truth Behind Salman Khan’s Flop
Though Salman Khan is often crowned as the “Box Office Sultan,” his 2007 film Marigold challenged this title. Directed by Hollywood’s Willard Carroll, Marigold was a romantic musical comedy with famed Hollywood actress Ali Larter starring opposite Salman.
Budget and Earnings:
With a production budget of ₹19 crore, a considerable amount for the time, Marigold earned only ₹2.29 crore, making it one of the biggest flops of Salman Khan’s career.
Salman in the Role of “Prem”:
Interestingly, Salman played the character “Prem” once again, a role that fans typically adore. However, this time, the audience responded quite negatively, excluding the movie from their favorites list.
Reasons for the Film’s Failure:
Experts suggest that the film’s weak storyline, lackluster direction, and lack of chemistry between Salman Khan and Ali Larter contributed to its failure. Additionally, the film didn’t meet the expectations associated with a Salman Khan release, further contributing to its poor performance.
Salman’s Reaction:
Despite the failure, Salman Khan maintained a positive outlook for his fans. He took lessons from Marigold and went on to deliver several blockbuster hits in Bollywood.
Conclusion:
Marigold remains a chapter in Salman Khan’s career that he may prefer to forget. Yet, the film’s failure motivated him to work even harder, adding new heights to his successful Bollywood journey.
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