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Time of India
5 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Siddhu Jonnalagadda returns Rs 4 crore fee after 'Jack' flops at box office: Reports
's latest film 'Jack' failed to meet expectations at the box office, resulting in a disappointing run despite the hype surrounding its release. Now reports suggest that the actor has returned a part of his fee back to the producers. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Directed by the film was eagerly awaited due to Siddhu's previous successes with movies like 'DJ Tillu' and 'Tillu Square'. However, Jack struggled to connect with audiences, earning only around Rs 8-9 crores worldwide as per Sacnilk, which fell far short of the projections. Siddhu returns Rs 4 crore As per a Gulte report, Siddhu Jonnalagadda has taken responsibility for the film's failure. The actor has returned nearly half of his remuneration, amounting to Rs 4 crores, to help ease the burden on the film's makers. The film's underperformance upon its release on April 10, led to criticism and disappointment among viewers, who found the story confusing and the overall execution lacking. Despite the setback, 'Jack' later made its OTT debut on Netflix. Plot of the film The film is a spy action comedy that follows the story of Pablo Neruda, also known as Jack. Jack is a highly skilled but unconventional individual who aspires to become a RAW (Research and Analysis Wing) agent. Despite being an engineering topper, he rejects traditional job offers, keeping his true ambitions secret from his worried father. The film stars , Prakash Raj and others in key roles. What's next for Siddhu? Looking ahead, Siddhu is gearing up for his next project, 'Telusu Kada', a Telugu romantic film directed and written by Neeraja Kona. The movie features Siddhu alongside leading actresses Raashii Khanna and Srinidhi Shetty. 'Telusu Kada' is scheduled to be released on October 17, 2025.
Hans India
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Siddhu Jonnalagadda's Jack to Stream on This OTT Platform
After the blockbuster success of Tillu Square, actor Siddhu Jonnalagadda returned with his next film, 'JACK', directed by Bommarillu Bhaskar and produced by BVSN Prasad. Actress Vaishnavi Chaitanya plays the female lead. Released in theatres on April 10, 2025, JACK was promoted as a spy-action comedy. However, the movie failed to impress audiences and turned out to be a major box office disaster, ending Siddh's potential hat-trick hit streak. Pre-release business: ₹18 crores Andhra Pradesh & Telangana: ₹16 crores Rest of India + Overseas: ₹2 crores Break-even target: ₹18 crores Total gross (2 weeks): ₹9.27 crores Share earned: ₹7.86 crores Total budget (with promotions): ₹35 crores Result: The film incurred heavy losses for the producers. OTT Release Update According to industry sources: JACK is expected to stream on Netflix from May 1, 2025 It will be available in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada An official confirmation on the OTT date is expected in the next two days
Hans India
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Sidhu Jonnalagadda's Jack to Stream on This OTT Platfrom
After the blockbuster success of Tillu Square, actor Sidhu Jonnalagadda returned with his next film, 'JACK', directed by Bommarillu Bhaskar and produced by BVSN Prasad. Actress Vaishnavi Chaitanya plays the female lead. Released in theatres on April 10, 2025, JACK was promoted as a spy-action comedy. However, the movie failed to impress audiences and turned out to be a major box office disaster, ending Sidhu's potential hat-trick hit streak. Pre-release business: ₹18 crores Andhra Pradesh & Telangana: ₹16 crores Rest of India + Overseas: ₹2 crores Break-even target: ₹18 crores Total gross (2 weeks): ₹9.27 crores Share earned: ₹7.86 crores Total budget (with promotions): ₹35 crores Result: The film incurred heavy losses for the producers. OTT Release Update According to industry sources: JACK is expected to stream on Netflix from May 1, 2025 It will be available in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada An official confirmation on the OTT date is expected in the next two days
Time of India
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Jack OTT release update Netflix: When to expect Siddhu Jonnalagadda & Vaishnavi Chaitany's Telugu film online
Jack OTT release date update: This Telugu-language spy action comedy film, which hit theaters on April 10, 2025, is set to make its OTT debut soon. While Netflix secured the streaming rights earlier, the release date remained unconfirmed. However, according to a report by OTTPlay, Jack is expected to stream on Netflix by the end of April 2025. Here are more details about the movie before you watch it online. Jack plot summary The film follows Jackson "Jack" (Siddhu Jonnalagadda), an unconventional anti-terrorist agent who goes against his superiors to stop a major attack on the country. The story blends action, comedy, and romance, with Jack's mission resulting in surprising partnerships and conflicts. The film was largely shot in Nepal. Jack reviews Despite a promising premise, Jack received mixed to negative reviews upon its release. Critics pointed out issues with the film's pacing and narrative coherence, although Siddhu Jonnalagadda's performance stood out for its energy and commitment. Before Jack, Siddhu had gained recognition for his role in the successful sequel Tillu Square (DJ Tillu 2). The film's box office performance followed the critical reception, with reports indicating a sharp decline in collections shortly after its release. Jack cast and crew Jack stars Siddhu Jonnalagadda, Vaishnavi Chaitanya, and Prakash Raj, with a strong supporting cast. Directed and written by Bommarillu Bhaskar, the film is produced by BVSN and Bapineedu. The music is composed by Achu Rajamani, with V.R. Vaidhhy handling the background score. The technical crew includes Vijay K. Chakravarthy as the DOP, Navin Nooli as the editor, and Kolla Avinash as the production designer. Executive production is handled by Narasimhachary Chennoju, while the film's marketing is managed by Walls and Trends. Digital rights are overseen by Nani, and PR is managed by Vamsi Kaka.
