Bollywood has repeatedly timed major releases to capitalize on Holi’s extended holidays. Luv Ranjan’s ‘Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar’ (2023) perfectly encapsulated modern romance and became a hit. In contrast, Akshay Kumar’s ‘Bachchan Pandey’ (2022) delivered disappointment and resulted in a resounding flop. The rousing ‘Kesari’ (2019) dominated its Holi release with record-breaking collections, and the Varun-Alia charm offensive in ‘Badrinath Ki Dulhania’ (2017) surfed the vacation wave to superhit glory. While ‘Angrezi Medium’ (2020) faced lockdown challenges, Irrfan Khan’s performance was a highlight. Conversely, ‘Saina’ (2021) and ‘Himmatwala’ (2013) struggled for traction. Holi releases underscore that success hinges on content quality amid the revelry.
Top Holi Movie Releases: Hits and Flops from Kesari to Race
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