Most expensive Bollywood fop film, Ajay Devgn and Kajol played lead roles, was full of stars, film was.., budget was Rs...
In the glitzy and glamorous world of Bollywood, where the formula of success remains unresolved, a promising star cast is often considered a coveted asset. However, even after this, there are films that don't deliver as per the expectations and fail to strike a chord. One such similar tale is of a film that featured celebrated actors of its time, yet the promising combination didn't hit the mark. Raju Chacha – High Expectations That Remained Unmet
The film we are talking about is none other than Raju Chacha. Released in the year 2000, this film featured a star-studded cast including Ajay Devgan, Kajol, Sanjay Dutt, and Rishi Kapoor. But the lead, Ajay Devgn, wasn't just acting in the film; he also ventured into the role of producer for this film with the support of his father, Veeru Devgn. Since the film featured real-life partners Ajay and Kajol and other stellar actors in supporting roles, the expectations were high. How Much did Raju Chacha Earn?
Despite the high expectations, the film felt flat at the box office, even after its grand scale of production and popular faces. The film was made on a budget of Rs 25 crores, making it one of the expensive films of the year. However, it only collected Rs. 20 crores, falling short of recovering its budget. This failure not only cost financially, but it also left a deep setback for Ajay Devgan. Kajol Devgn once revealed in an interview that Ajay was emotionally distressed after Raju Chacha's failure.
The plot of the film revolved around a single father and his three children, with Ajay Devgan playing the role of an outsider who becomes involved in a property inheritance plot. Kajol played the role of the kids' caretaker., However, the audience couldn't connect with the story, and it received only 5.1 on IMDb
Raju Chacha's story shows that sometimes even the biggest star cast and huge investment cannot guarantee box office success.
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