Filmmaker Anubhav Sinha says the box office performance of two releases—"Mirzapur The Movie" and "Hanuman Ansh"—is sending a message about how films succeed. He points to a strong opening for "Mirzapur The Movie" and describes "Hanuman Ansh" as a surprise hit that builds after an initially modest start.
Sinha’s comments emphasize that the results do not fit simple, one-size-fits-all assumptions about what audiences want. He attributes "Mirzapur The Movie"’s debut strength to the existing popularity of the "Mirzapur" series, while highlighting that "Hanuman Ansh" shows notable growth beyond early expectations. Across the coverage, Sinha frames the box office as evidence of broader, ongoing audience and market patterns that the industry should pay attention to.
While the outlets largely repeat the same remarks, they vary slightly in focus: some highlight the timing and trajectory of each film’s performance, while others stress the overarching takeaway that box office figures reflect wider trends rather than only isolated outcomes.