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Hindustan Times
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Director Tejas Deoskar on lukewarm box office response of Ground Zero: Wanted to make a realistic movie…
Director Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar, whose latest film Ground Zero released days after the terror attack in Pahalgam last month, recalls the turmoil he felt when he heard the news. 'I have seen the Kashmir where [the attack] took place. We had a screening of the film in Srinagar, just three days before this incident. Mujhe dhakka laga,' he says. Ask if he was worried about how this might affect the film's performance and Tejas replies, 'It wasn't mentally and emotionally possible for us to even think about our film when we heard the news. The entire team was shaken. If I start thinking about whether this will benefit our film, I'll be finished as a person.' Starring Emraan Hashmi, Ground Zero tells the story of Border Security Force officer Narendra Nath Dhar Dubey, who led a 2003 operation to track down Ghazi Baba, the terrorist behind the 2001 Parliament attacks. A post shared by Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar (@tejasdeoskar) Despite its theme, the film opened to mixed reviews and a tepid box-office response, collecting around ₹1 crore on opening day. 'I do not take criticism as negative reviews. The audience gives unbiased reviews and I've only received positive messages from complete strangers,' the director reflects. He does admit, however, 'A lot of people told me 'Aapki film mein koi masala nahin hai, koi heroism nahin hai', but I take that as a compliment. Achcha hai na, I'm true to the subject. I wanted to make it realistic and not a 'filmi' movie.' Does he think the film would have fared better, had it not released around the same time as Kesari 2, Raid 2, and the re-release of Andaz Apna Apna (1994)? The 42-year-old disagrees: 'We only have 52 Fridays; you can't deny the fact that there will be films before you, with you, after you, few of which will do well while others may not. If you've made a good film and have put it in the right spot, you've done your job. My job was to make a good film and I've given it my all.' However, Tejas also notes audience preferences have evolved due to the ease OTT provides. 'The response I've received personally and the collections [of the films] do not match. Some people also told me, 'We hear your film is good, will watch it when it comes on OTT'. A section of the audience now believes that if a film is good if it lands on a particular OTT platform. Viewers' yardstick and assumptions have also changed. So, there could be a number of reasons behind why the film didn't work at the box-office,' the director muses, adding, 'But I can't be disheartened thinking, 'Jitne number hone chahiye thhe utne nahin huye hain, because the film wasn't good'. That is not the case. I don't think one should spare too much thought on this.'
NDTV
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Ground Zero Box Office Collection Day 9: Emraan Hashmi's Film Fails To Cross Rs 10 Crore Mark
New Delhi: Emraan Hashmi's Ground Zero is not showing much growth at the box office. On Day 9, the action thriller collected ₹7 lakh through ticket counters, according to Sacnilk. In total, the film has earned ₹7.45 crore in the domestic market over nine days. The project's worldwide collection stands at ₹8.03 crore, the report added. Ground Zero created history by becoming the first film in 38 years to host a red-carpet premiere in Srinagar – a major milestone, especially since cinema halls in the city had shut down after the 1989 unrest. Reflecting on the experience, Emraan Hashmi told NDTV, 'It was a huge cultural event. It was quite historic. After 38 years, who would have thought a certain air of normalcy would come back in Srinagar? It is a region that has been clouded by perception and goes from the past. When we went for our shoot in Srinagar, safety norms and the entire shooting went smoothly. We did not have any issues there.' 'We wanted to have an event for the jawans, for the officers, for some of the locals over there. There were just smiles on their faces of a certain normalcy, that has come back to the city, of having a red carpet event, having people from the Hindi film industry come there and showcase their film,' the actor added. Ground Zero, directed by Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar, tells the courageous story of BSF officer Narendra Nath Dhar Dubey. The film follows his 2003 mission that led to the elimination of the notorious terrorist Rana Tahir Nadeem, widely known as Ghazi Baba. Apart from Emraan Hashmi, Ground Zero also features Sai Tamhankar, Zoya Hussain, Mukesh Tiwari, Deepak Parmesh, Lalit Prabhakar and Rockey Raina in pivotal roles.
Time of India
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Ground Zero' Box Office Collection day 7: Emraan Hashmi's film sees sharp DROP, earns just Rs 7 lakh as Ajay Devgn's 'Raid 2' hits cinemas
'Ground Zero' enjoyed a decent run during its first six days at the box office, collecting an estimated Rs. 7.26 crore net in India. As the film entered its seventh day, all eyes were on its performance to see whether it could maintain the momentum. Here's a look at 'Ground Zero's' Day 7 box office collection. Sharp Drop on Day 7 According to reports by Sacnilk, 'Ground Zero' earned around Rs. 0.07 crore (7 lakh) on its seventh day at the Indian box office. The film, which had a fair opening, has witnessed a noticeable drop in collections as the week progressed. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 3 Reasons to Plug This Into Your Home Today elecTrick - Save upto 80% on Power Bill Learn More Undo Opening Weekend Collections 'Ground Zero' began its box office journey on Friday with an opening of Rs. 1.15 crore. Directed by Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar , the film collected Rs. 1.9 crore on Saturday and Rs. 2.25 crore on Sunday, as reported by Sacnilk. Midweek Decline in Earnings On Monday, the film's earnings dropped below Rs. 1 crore, bringing in around Rs. 70 lakh. It couldn't bounce back, earning Rs. 80 lakh on Tuesday. Thursday saw a sharper dip, with the collection falling to about Rs. 0.07 crore. The total collection now stands at approximately Rs. 7.33 crore. Facing Tough Box Office Competition 'Ground Zero' has completed its first week in cinemas but now faces fresh competition from new releases such as ' Raid 2 ' and 'The Bhootnii'. It is already up against the re-release of 'Andaz Apna Apna', as well as 'Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh'. Based on a Real-Life Operation Directed by Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar, 'Ground Zero' is based on the real-life 2003 counter-terrorism operation that led to the killing of Ghazi Baba—the mastermind behind the 2001 Parliament and Akshardham attacks. Emraan Hashmi plays the lead role and has received praise from both critics and audiences for his strong performance. EXCLUSIVE | Emraan Hashmi Gets Candid: Talks About Kashmir, 'Ground Zero,' And The Return Of Awarapan
NDTV
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Ground Zero Box Office Collection Day 5: Emraan Hashmi's Film Inches Towards Rs 7 Crore
Quick Take Summary is AI generated, newsroom reviewed. Emraan Hashmi's Ground Zero is nearing ₹7 crore in box office earnings. On Day 5, the film earned ₹63 lakh, totaling ₹6.46 crore domestically. The movie recorded 11.15% occupancy in Hindi screenings on April 29. Emraan Hashmi 's Ground Zero is close to earning ₹7 crore at the box office. On Day 5, the action thriller collected ₹63 lakh through ticket windows, according to a report by Sacnilk. With this, the Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar directorial has minted ₹6.46 crore in the domestic market. Ground Zero recorded an overall 11.15% Hindi occupancy on April 29, the report added. Breaking it down – morning shows saw 5.78%, afternoon shows recorded 11.13%, evening shows had 11.07%, while night shows peaked at 16.61%. Ground Zero made history by becoming the first movie in 38 years to have a red-carpet premiere in Srinagar — a big deal considering how cinema halls had shut down there after the unrest in 1989. Speaking to NDTV about the shoot and premiere, Emraan Hashmi said, 'It was a huge cultural event. It was quite historic. After 38 years, who would have thought a certain air of normalcy would come back in Srinagar? It is a region that has been clouded by perception and goes from the past. When we went for our shoot in Srinagar, safety norms and the entire shooting went smoothly. We did not have any issues there.' 'We wanted to have an event for the jawans, for the officers, for some of the locals over there. There were just smiles on their faces of a certain normalcy, that has come back to the city, of having a red carpet event, having people from the Hindi film industry come there and showcase their film,' the actor added. Ground Zero follows the brave journey of BSF officer Narendra Nath Dhar Dubey, who led the daring 2003 mission that ended with the death of feared terrorist Rana Tahir Nadeem, better known as Ghazi Baba. In addition to Emraan Hashmi, Ground Zero also features Sai Tamhankar, Zoya Hussain, Mukesh Tiwari, Deepak Parmesh, Lalit Prabhakar and Rockey Raina in key roles.
News18
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Ground Zero Director Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar's Unique Achievement; His Marathi Film Devmanus Also Released On Friday
In a rare cinematic feat, filmmaker Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar released two feature films—Ground Zero and Devmanus—on the same day, April 25, 2025. In a rare and remarkable feat in Indian cinema, filmmaker Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar has achieved a milestone that few directors can claim: the simultaneous release of two distinct films in different languages on the same day. On April 25, 2025, Deoskar's Hindi action thriller 'Ground Zero' and Marathi psychological thriller 'Devmanus' hit theaters, showcasing his versatility and ability to navigate diverse storytelling styles across genres and languages. This unique box-office moment has cemented Deoskar's reputation as a dynamic and innovative filmmaker, captivating audiences with two powerful narratives on the same day) Ground Zero: A Gripping Tribute To An Unsung Hero 'Ground Zero' is a Hindi-language action thriller that brings to life the heroic story of BSF officer Narendra Nath Dhar Dubey, who played a pivotal role in tracking and eliminating terrorist mastermind Rana Tahir Nadeem, also known as Ghazi Baba, following the 2001 Parliament attack. Directed by Deoskar and produced by Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar under Excel Entertainment, the film stars Emraan Hashmi in the lead role as Dubey, delivering a nuanced and powerful performance that has already garnered praise for its intensity and emotional depth. Set in Kashmir during the early 2000s, 'Ground Zero' is rooted in real events and highlights the sacrifices made by BSF officers in maintaining national security. The film's raw and intense narrative, coupled with masterful storytelling, has been lauded for its ability to balance action with emotional resonance. Alongside Hashmi, the film features a strong ensemble cast, including Sai Tamhankar, Zoya Hussain, Lalit Prabhakar, and Abhay Dheeraj Singh, among others. With a runtime of 2 hours and 14 minutes, 'Ground Zero' boasts a Dolby Atmos sound mix and a score composed by Tanishk Bagchi, Rohan-Rohan, and Sunny Inder, with lyrics by Vayu, Rashmi Virag, Kumaar, and Irshad Kamil. The film made history as the first movie in 38 years to premiere in Srinagar, Kashmir, with a special screening hosted for BSF jawans in April 2025. Deoskar described the premiere as a 'full circle moment," given that the film was shot entirely in the valley, resonating deeply with local audiences. Critics have hailed 'Ground Zero' as a fitting tribute to Dubey, with reviews praising its gripping pacing and Hashmi's standout performance. Devmanus: A Marathi Thriller With Cultural Depth On the same day, Deoskar's Marathi film 'Devmanus' captivated audiences with its intense psychological thriller narrative. Produced by Luv Films and directed by Deoskar, 'Devmanus' is a reimagining of the Hindi film 'Vadh', infused with the cultural soul of Maharashtra. The film follows the story of a devout priest whose peaceful existence unravels after a moral transgression, forcing him to confront a harrowing choice between confession and making amends. Featuring a stellar cast, including Mahesh Manjrekar, Renuka Shahane, Subodh Bhave, and Sai Tamhankar, 'Devmanus' has been praised for its powerful performances and gripping storyline. Devmanus' stands out for its seamless integration of Maharashtra's cultural elements, including the portrayal of a Warkari, a Paithani saree weaver, and an electrifying Lavani performance, all woven into a suspenseful narrative. The film's teaser and soulful track 'Panduranga" have already generated significant buzz, with audiences eagerly anticipating its theatrical release. Writer Neha Shitole emphasized the film's aim to feel 'deeply personal to Marathi audiences" while delivering an immersive and entertaining experience. 'Devmanus' marks Luv Films' debut in Marathi cinema, with producers Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg backing Deoskar's vision. Deoskar has described the dual release as 'both a challenge and a privilege," noting the rarity of helming two films on the same day. 'It's overwhelming when there's just one film releasing, but having two is an entirely different kind of high," he said in an interview with Zoom. 'Both films have completely different subjects and are treated uniquely, but the common factor is that they both are powerful." The positive reception to Devmanus's teaser has fueled anticipation for Ground Zero's promotional material, with Deoskar expressing eagerness to share its teaser with audiences. Who Is Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar? Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar, born on May 14, 1983, is an Indian film director and screenwriter whose work spans Marathi and Hindi cinema. Known for his ability to craft compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences, Deoskar has established himself as a versatile filmmaker with a knack for blending entertainment with emotional depth. His career began with short films before he transitioned to feature films, earning critical and commercial success with his unique storytelling approach. Deoskar's breakthrough came with the Marathi film Ajinkya (2013), the first Marathi movie centered on basketball, which captured the flavor of the Vidarbha region and showcased his ability to tackle unconventional subjects. He followed this with Premsutra (2013), a bold romantic drama, and 'Bucket List (2018), which marked Madhuri Dixit's Marathi debut and earned praise for its heartfelt exploration of unfulfilled wishes. 'Bucket List' was a commercial and critical success, with Deoskar's direction lauded for its sensitivity and Dixit's performance celebrated widely. In 2019, Deoskar served as the creative producer for 'Baba', a Marathi film that garnered critical acclaim and secured 17 awards at national and international film festivals. The film was a competitor at the prestigious Golden Globe Awards and won three Filmfare Marathi Awards, including Best Film Critics Award, Best Story, and Best Actor for Deepak Dobriyal. Deoskar's foray into Hindi cinema came with Chhatriwali (2023), a social comedy produced by Ronnie Screwvala, which received widespread praise for its bold subject matter and Deoskar's nuanced direction. First Published:
