Himesh Reshammiya, last seen in Happy Hardy and Heer (2020), has made a theatrical comeback with his latest release, Badass Ravi Kumar. Touted as an ’80s type ki picture’, this musical action-comedy is a spin-off of his 2014 film, The Xposé. In this new venture, Himesh reprises his role as Ravi Kumar, bringing a mix of nostalgia and high-energy entertainment.
Box Office Performance
Badass Ravi Kumar has started strong at the box office. Directed by Keith Gomes, the film is expected to open in the range of Rs 4 crore to Rs 4.5 crore. If on-spot bookings remain strong, the movie might even touch Rs 5 crore on its opening day. Given the current dull phase at the box office, this film has high expectations to inject fresh energy into cinema halls.
Clash with Other Releases
The film has entered theaters alongside Loveyapa and the re-releases of Interstellar and Sanam Teri Kasam. Despite the competition, Badass Ravi Kumar has been embraced by the audience, selling approximately 43,000 advance tickets in top national chains such as PVR Inox and Cinepolis. This impressive pre-sale performance reflects the enthusiasm for Himesh’s signature style.
Potential Game-Changer in the Spoof Genre
Featuring Kirti Kulhari and Prabhu Deva in key roles, Badass Ravi Kumar is expected to make an impact in Bollywood’s spoof-action genre. The film’s over-the-top dialogues and catchy songs have generated immense buzz, making it a hot topic among fans. If positive word-of-mouth continues, it could be a successful venture for Reshammiya.
Can Himesh Finally Deliver a Hit?
With nine underwhelming films in his acting career, Himesh Reshammiya is still waiting for his first box-office success. Can Badass Ravi Kumar break the streak and become his first hit? Only time will tell.
