Shah Rukh Khan's Patriotic Film Tops IMDb but Flops at Box Office

The film, released around India’s Independence Day, marked a bold attempt at patriotic storytelling with Shah Rukh Khan in the lead role. Critics and audiences alike praised its narrative and performances, which translated into a strong rating on the popular movie‑rating platform IMDb. The film’s score, however, fell short of expectations, and it failed to generate the box‑office buzz that the star’s name typically guarantees. Despite a robust marketing push, the movie’s earnings remained well below projections, labeling it a commercial disappointment for the studio.