Mumbai, Sep 25 (IANS) Aamir Khan starrer “PK”, which did roaring business at the Indian box office, has also crossed a milestone figure of over Rs.300 crore in overseas markets, turning out to be one of Bollywood’s biggest success stories internationally.
“PK”, a light hearted tale with a heavyweight message on people’s blind belief in god and godmen, has managed impressive collections in territories like China, North America, Gulf, Britain and Australia.
A source associated with the film said that “PK” has in fact, expanded territories for a Bollywood film, performing exceptionally well in non-traditional markets like Hong Kong, Taiwan, South Korea, Netherlands and Germany.
“Till now, the film has collected Rs.303 crore in overseas markets and still running in few territories like Hong Kong and South Korea. ‘PK’ had collected Rs.348 crore net in India and the combined total stands at (over) Rs.651 crore,” the source added.
Director Rajkumar Hirani is a happy man.
“This film surprises me every month. It does well wherever it opens, last being Hong Kong. All I can say is there’s happiness,” Hirani said.
Producer Vidhu Vinod Chopra added: “It’s so wonderful to know that we have crossed Rs.300 crore worldwide. To me, it means that Hindi cinema has now gone global.”
“PK” also stars Anushka Sharma and Sushant Singh Rajput as lovers from different religions, while Aamir essays an alien, who questions god-related beliefs when he accidentally gets left behind on Earth.
Aamir Sir’s movies make more sense than other big star’s films in Bollywood, he always deliver a subject that teaches something along with a great entertainment value. I am actually not his fan but a fan of his work and dedication. P.K is a awesome movie and Rajkumar Hirani made the most out of the concept. The main factor of P.K’s success in overseas is its universal appeal and the seriousness of the concept.
“while Aamir essays an alien, who questions god-related beliefs…” – report on some Bollywood movie
Does this alien question beliefs held by a peaceful community? Or, was he just curious about sanaathana dharma followers? smiles…I’ve a feeling that even this alien was bullied into silence by peaceful community!!