Breaking News: Indian 2, starring Kamal Haasan and directed by Shankar, trimmed by 20 minutes on its second day of release.
Indian 2, directed by S Shankar and starring Kamal Haasan, Rakul Preet Singh, Siddharth and others, is now playing at a theatre near you. The ambitious sequel to the 1996 blockbuster, Indian, had an ordinary start of Rs 55 crores on the first day. The day 2 numbers are expected to surpass the Rs 100 crore gross worldwide mark. The big news on the second day of release is that Indian 2 has been trimmed by about 20 minutes, now with a revised runtime of 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Indian 2 Gets Trimmed By 20 Minutes On The Very Second Day Of Release
Indian 2 received mixed to negative feedback from audiences on its first day, with criticism on its repetitive and lengthy nature. The makers have taken a bold step by reducing the runtime considerably on the second day, showing that they have listened to the feedback received.
It Is To Be Seen If Revising Indian 2’s Runtime Can Benefit Its Prospects
It remains to be seen whether the revised runtime of Indian 2 will have a positive impact on its prospects. Adjusting the runtime can sometimes send mixed signals to potential audiences. Once reviews of the new version are out, it will provide more clarity.
Indian 2 Is An Expensive Film; Part 3 Will Require Extra Effort To Promote
Indian 2 is a high-budget film, as is its sequel, Indian 3. If the second part fails to connect with the audience, the third part may face challenges and need more effort to gain acceptance. The makers of Indian 2 and 3 are in a delicate situation.
Watch the Indian 2 Trailer
About Indian 2
The story of Indian 2 begins in modern-day India, where corruption has once again taken over society, causing distress for the common people. The film follows a group of youngsters who run a YouTube channel called Barking Dogs, aiming to make India a better place.
Despite their efforts and social media following, corruption continues to thrive. The group starts a trend on social networks with “#ComeBackIndian” to make a difference.
The film focuses on Indian returning to his vigilantism with a two-track mission called Zero Tolerance.
Indian 2 In Theatres
Indian 2 is now showing at a theatre near you. The Telugu version is titled Bharateeyudu and the Hindi version is titled Hindustani 2. Have you purchased your tickets yet?
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