“Vicky Donor” goes places. After receiving rave reviews from the critics in addition to the audiences, it has earned Rs.13.40 crore within the opening weekend. Director Shoojit Sircar is on cloud nine and says the film’s success proves that the moviegoers have matured over the years.
“Vicky Donor” is a light-hearted tackle the taboo attached to infertility, sperm donation and synthetic insemination.
“I am pleased with the type of response ‘Vicky Donor’ has got. While writing the script, me and my writers thought we will be able to get a favorable response from young boys and girls, but with the film becoming so popular a number of the masses, it feels great,” Sircar told IANS.
“I never thought my film gets a U/A certificate from censors. It came as a shock for me. The success of the film is the largest example of audience getting mature. I ACTUALLY feel that the audiences are very clever and so they know what they would like to see,” he added.
Co-produced by Eros International and JA Entertainment, the film was released Friday over 600 screens worldwide. The film, which was made with two newcomers – Ayushmann Khurrana and Yami Gautam – in conjunction with seasoned actor Annu Kapoor, has grossed over Rs.11.40 crore in India and Rs.2 crore overseas.
“We are more than happy with the audience in addition to critics’ reactions to ‘Vicky Donor’. Sunday’s collections showed a 91 percent hop over Friday figures,” Nandu Ahuja, senior vice president, distribution, India, Eros International Media Ltd said in a statement.
“The film created a good buzz right from the launch of its trailer and has delivered on audience expectations. With its unusual subject, characters and dialogues, we hope for repeat viewings and a promising run on the box office,” he added.
Trade analyst Taran Adarsh says “Vicky Donor” success proves that content is king.
“The success of “Vicky Donor” is the triumph of its story. The script of the film is the true hero. Every character, be it Ayushmann or Kamlesh Gill or Yami, has fitted so beautifully within the film. I give full marks to the script. With a taboo topic, new actors, a small budget, the type of business the film has done is commendable,” Adarsh told IANS.
“Films starring newcomers or lesser known actors don’t discover a theatrical outlet within the international arena. The success of ‘Vicky Donor’ must also encourage distributors to head beyond the bounds of India and explore newer horizons,” he added. – IANS
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