Bollywood films struggle at the box office, Kunal Kemmu's efforts pale against Hollywood

The year 2026 is proving to be quite volatile for Bollywood. The performance of films at the box office remains consistently uncertain. There was no significant enthusiasm among audiences for the recently released film 'Daayra'. From the second day of its release, theaters saw a lack of footfall, and the public has largely rejected it.

Similarly, Kunal Kemmu's film also appears sluggish at the box office. It was expected that this film would draw audiences to theaters, but that did not happen. Amidst the failure of these Bollywood films, the Hollywood film 'Resident Evil' has taken the lead. This film has earned more at the Indian box office than several major Bollywood releases.

This situation at the box office has increased concerns for filmmakers. The fate of big-budget films has been similar. For instance, a high-budget film like 'Toxic' had to be removed from many theaters within a month because it failed to attract audiences.

However, in this disappointing phase, there are some films that have surprised everyone. 'Hanuman Ansh', made on a budget of only two crore rupees, is the biggest example of this. The film is still earning crores in its seventh week, which proves that audiences are only looking for good stories and content.

Film experts believe that Bollywood now needs to change its strategy. Films cannot run solely on the strength of big stars or large budgets. The audience's preferences are changing, and they are now prioritizing quality content.

The consistent performance of Hollywood films in the Indian market serves as a warning for Bollywood. If Bollywood does not improve the quality of its films, it may face even greater challenges in the future.

Overall, the 2026 box office serves as a lesson for Bollywood. This year makes it clear that films do not run on marketing alone; a strong script and excellent acting are required to win the hearts of the audience.