Filmmaker Vikram Bhatt says his horror film “Haunted 3D: Echoes of the Past” nearly never reaches theatres due to a prolonged period of difficulties. According to Bhatt, the project faced financial problems and legal disputes that disrupted production and release planning. He also describes being imprisoned during the process, stating he spent 75 days in prison. In addition to legal and financial setbacks, Bhatt says the film encountered post-production challenges, contributing to delays and uncertainty around its release. Despite the disruptions, the film ultimately opens and becomes a surprise box office success. The outlets also report that audiences respond positively to the supernatural thriller, helping it overcome the obstacles that delayed or threatened its launch. Together, the accounts portray a troubled production and release period followed by commercial results that differ from early expectations.