Arre bhai, picture toh flop ho gayi, lekin kahani toh blockbuster hai! 😅 Welcome to the world of Bollywood where drama unfolds both on and off the screen. Today, we’re diving into the curious case of Ajay Devgn’s Raju Chacha, the film that proved to be a financial rollercoaster for our very own Singham hero. Buckle up, filmy keedas, because this one’s a bumpy ride! 🎢
So, let’s rewind to the year 2000, when Ajay Devgn decided to wear the producer’s hat for the first time with Raju Chacha, a film boasting a star filled cast including Kajol, Rishi Kapoor, and Johnny Lever. With a whopping budget of Rs 25 crore, it was set to be a grand affair. But alas, the box office had other plans, and the film barely managed to recover Rs 20 crore. Arre yaar, kya karen, picture nahi chali!
In a recent chat with Ranveer Allahbadia, our action maestro Rohit Shetty spilled the beans on how this financial debacle turned Ajay Devgn into a film-making machine. The man was churning out movies left, right, and centre to cover up the loss. But here’s the twist—Ajay’s heart was as big as his losses. He made sure that every technician and crew member got their due, even if it meant holding onto his old car and phone. Wah bhai, yeh toh asli hero hai!
Johnny Lever Ki Baat Hi Kuch Aur Hai
Now, let’s talk about the legendary Johnny Lever, who showed us the true meaning of friendship. When Raju Chacha tanked, Johnny refused to take his payment, but Ajay insisted. Fast forward to 2006, Ajay approached Johnny for All the Best, and Johnny bhai put his foot down, declaring he wouldn’t take a paisa this time. "You paid me despite the flop, so this time, no charge!" said Johnny Lever, proving that dosti mein paisa nahi aata! ❤️
Raju Chacha wasn’t just another film; it was an emotional tale of family and fortune, directed by Anil Devgan, Ajay’s late cousin. Though it didn’t set the box office on fire, it sure left a mark on those involved.
Meanwhile, Ajay and Rohit are riding high on the success of Singham Again, which has already raked in over Rs 300 crore worldwide. Kya baat hai, ab toh Singham ka zamana hai!
Kiran’s Gyan: In Bollywood, it’s all about the paisa, pyar, aur picture. But remember, sometimes the real heroes are the ones who stick by you when the credits roll and the lights dim. So, dear Bollywood, thoda hatke socho, kabhi kabhi dil bhi sun lo!
Stay tuned for more masaledar stories! 📽️✨
